Panda 34

Built by Tashing starting in 1983, this Grant/Perry-designed cruiser earned recognition as a capable offshore sailboat during the height of Taiwan's fiberglass boatbuilding era. The Panda 34's traditional long keel configuration and cutter rig reflect classic blue-water cruising priorities, emphasizing seaworthiness over pure performance. With a displacement of 16,900 pounds and 5,800 pounds of ballast, this solidly-built cruiser offers the stability and motion comfort that serious cruising sailors appreciate. The generous beam of 11 feet provides ample interior volume, while the 5.5-foot draft strikes a reasonable balance between stability and harbor accessibility. Her comfort ratio of 35.63 indicates excellent motion characteristics in seaway conditions. The cutter rig configuration gives sailors versatile sail handling options, particularly valuable when conditions deteriorate offshore. Combined with the long keel's directional stability and forgiving handling characteristics, the Panda 34 rewards careful seamanship rather than demanding athletic crew work. Her capsize screening value of 1.72 falls well within accepted offshore sailing parameters. This design appeals most to cruising sailors who prioritize comfort, safety, and traditional sailing qualities over racing performance, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and extended offshore passages.

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