Lacoste 36

Designed by the legendary Sparkman & Stephens naval architecture firm, this French-built cruiser represents classic offshore sailing design from the mid-1980s. Built by Yachting France starting in 1985, the Lacoste 36 embodies the traditional S&S philosophy of seaworthy, well-balanced sailboats capable of handling serious offshore conditions. With a displacement of 15,910 pounds and substantial ballast of 6,075 pounds, this masthead sloop offers the stability and sea-kindly motion that made Sparkman & Stephens designs famous among blue-water cruisers. The fin keel with rudder on skeg configuration provides excellent directional stability while maintaining good maneuverability. Her moderate sail area of 644 square feet and SA/Displacement ratio of 16.35 deliver respectable performance without sacrificing the boat's cruising character. The comfort ratio of 27.34 indicates a motion that favors long-distance cruising over racing, while the capsize screening formula of 1.94 suggests good stability for offshore work. Her 12.17-foot beam provides comfortable interior volume, and the 6.50-foot draft offers access to most harbors while ensuring adequate performance to windward. This is a boat built for serious coastal and offshore cruising, appealing to sailors who prioritize seaworthiness and comfort over pure speed.

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