Pentland 32 Westerly

Designed by the respected Laurent Giles naval architecture firm and built by Westerly Marine between 1973 and 1980, this 32-foot cruiser represents solid British yacht construction from the golden era of fiberglass sailboat manufacturing. With 241 hulls produced during its seven-year run, the Pentland 32 earned a reputation as a capable coastal and light offshore cruiser. The twin keel configuration sets this boat apart from many contemporaries, offering the significant advantage of being able to dry out upright in tidal waters—a feature particularly valued by British sailors navigating shallow harbors and estuaries. This design choice makes the Pentland 32 exceptionally versatile for exploring areas where traditional deep-keel boats cannot venture. Built with Westerly's characteristic robust fiberglass construction, the boat features a masthead sloop rig that provides straightforward sail handling. The moderate sail area of 372 square feet and displacement of nearly 11,000 pounds, with substantial ballast, create a forgiving sailing character well-suited to family cruising. The comfort ratio of 30.91 indicates good motion at sea, while the capsize screening formula of 1.71 suggests reasonable stability for coastal work. With a hull speed of 6.7 knots, performance is predictable rather than exciting, making this an ideal choice for relaxed cruising adventures.

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