Meridian 95

Designed by G.K. Collyer and built by Elizabethan Marine Ltd. beginning in 1972, this 30-foot masthead ketch represents classic British cruising yacht design from the early 1970s. The fiberglass construction combines traditional long keel configuration with practical accommodations for extended coastal and offshore sailing. With her substantial displacement of 11,200 pounds and generous ballast ratio, the Meridian 95 offers the stability and seaworthiness that made her popular among serious cruising sailors. The long keel design provides excellent tracking and directional stability, though at the expense of some maneuverability in tight quarters. Her comfort ratio of 31.44 indicates a motion that favors longer passages over sprightly daysailing performance. The masthead ketch rig configuration provides versatile sail handling options, particularly valuable for short-handed crews or when conditions deteriorate. This setup allows for balanced sail combinations and easier reefing, making the boat well-suited for extended coastal cruising and offshore passages where reliability trumps raw performance. Built during an era when yacht design emphasized seaworthiness over speed, the Meridian 95 appeals to sailors seeking a traditional, well-mannered cruising platform capable of handling serious blue-water voyaging with confidence and comfort.

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