George Olson's design philosophy shines through in this 34-foot performance cruiser, representing one of the final collaborations between the renowned designer and Ericson Yachts. Built during a brief two-year production run from 1988-1990, only 39 hulls were completed, making this boat a relatively rare find in today's market. The Olson 34 Ericson strikes an impressive balance between spirited sailing performance and practical cruising capabilities. With a fin keel and spade rudder configuration paired with a masthead sloop rig, she delivers responsive handling and respectable speed potential. The boat's sail area to displacement ratio of 18.17 places her firmly in performance cruiser territory, offering enough power to satisfy sailors seeking excitement while maintaining the stability needed for comfortable coastal cruising. Her moderate displacement of 10,600 pounds and solid fiberglass construction provide structural integrity for extended offshore passages, while the comfortable beam creates spacious accommodations below. The low comfort ratio of 23.02 indicates a more performance-oriented design that prioritizes sailing ability over ultimate cruising luxury. This makes the Olson 34 Ericson particularly appealing to sailors who want a boat capable of both weekend racing and coastal exploration, embodying the best of Olson's design legacy.
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What is the Olson 34 Ericson's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Olson 34 Ericson has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 18.17. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Olson 34 Ericson's comfort ratio?
The Olson 34 Ericson has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 23.02. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Olson 34 Ericson safe for offshore sailing?
The Olson 34 Ericson has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.98. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Olson 34 Ericson?
The theoretical hull speed of the Olson 34 Ericson is 7.09 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Olson 34 Ericson weigh?
The Olson 34 Ericson has a displacement of 10,600.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 34.00 ft.
Who designed the Olson 34 Ericson?
The Olson 34 Ericson was designed by George Olson, first built in 1988.