Pandora International

Designed by renowned Dutch naval architect E. G. Van De Stadt, this compact 22-footer represents solid European sailing philosophy from the mid-1970s. Built by Rydgeway Marine in the UK between 1973 and 1976, the Pandora International showcases Van De Stadt's talent for creating seaworthy small cruisers that punch above their weight class. The boat's fiberglass construction features a fin keel with transom-hung rudder configuration, providing responsive handling and good upwind performance. With a displacement of 2,500 pounds and 960 pounds of ballast, she offers reassuring stability for coastal cruising and short offshore passages. The masthead sloop rig with 216 square feet of sail area delivers respectable performance while remaining manageable for small crews. Van De Stadt's design philosophy emphasized seaworthiness over pure speed, evident in the boat's moderate dimensions and conservative comfort ratio of 14.92. The capsize screening formula of 2.04 suggests good stability characteristics for a boat this size. Hull speed reaches 5.8 knots, making her suitable for relaxed coastal exploration rather than competitive racing. This design appeals to sailors seeking a well-built, traditional small cruiser capable of weekend adventures and extended coastal voyaging with proper seamanship and weather awareness.

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