Designed by renowned naval architect Bruce Farr and built by Sea Nymph Yachts and Marten Marine in New Zealand starting in 1985, this fractional sloop represents classic Kiwi yacht design philosophy focused on performance and versatility. The lifting keel configuration makes the Noelex 30 particularly appealing for sailors who need shoal draft capability without sacrificing upwind performance. At just over 30 feet with a displacement of 4,125 pounds, this fiberglass yacht strikes an excellent balance between manageable size and seaworthy capability. The lifting keel draws 6.30 feet when fully deployed, providing solid windward ability, yet can be raised for gunkholing or trailer transport. With a sail area to displacement ratio of 25.58, the boat delivers spirited performance in moderate conditions while maintaining reasonable control in heavier weather. The Noelex 30 excels at coastal cruising and club racing, offering enough accommodation for weekend getaways while remaining responsive enough to be competitive on the race course. Its moderate displacement and well-balanced sail plan create a forgiving platform for developing sailing skills, while the lifting keel opens up shallow anchorages typically off-limits to fixed-keel boats of similar performance potential.
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What is the Noelex 30's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Noelex 30 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 25.58. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Noelex 30's comfort ratio?
The Noelex 30 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 11.53. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Noelex 30 safe for offshore sailing?
The Noelex 30 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.34. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Noelex 30?
The theoretical hull speed of the Noelex 30 is 6.94 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Noelex 30 weigh?
The Noelex 30 has a displacement of 4,125.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 30.87 ft.
Who designed the Noelex 30?
The Noelex 30 was designed by Bruce Farr, first built in 1985.