Feeling 326

Designed by the French duo Harle & Mortain, this 32-foot cruiser emerged from Kirie's boatyard in 1988 as a thoughtfully balanced coastal cruiser. The Feeling 326 represents solid French construction philosophy, built with fiberglass during an eleven-year production run that concluded in 1999. With its masthead sloop rig and moderate sail area of 432 square feet, this boat strikes an appealing balance between performance and comfort. The keel/centerboard configuration with spade rudder offers versatility for both deeper waters and shallow anchorages, making it particularly well-suited for coastal cruising and gunkholing adventures. The centerboard feature opens up cruising grounds that would be inaccessible to fixed-keel boats of similar size. At 8,047 pounds displacement with 2,778 pounds of ballast, the Feeling 326 carries sufficient weight for stability while maintaining reasonable performance characteristics. The comfort ratio of 17.91 suggests a boat that prioritizes motion comfort over pure speed, ideal for extended coastal passages and weekend cruising. The capsize screening formula of 2.22 indicates good stability for coastal waters, though this isn't designed as a serious offshore passage-maker. French builders of this era were known for practical layouts and solid construction, making the Feeling 326 an attractive option for cruising couples seeking European design sensibilities in a manageable size.

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