Designed by Pierre Rolland and built by French manufacturer Pogo Structures from 1999 to 2010, this 28-foot sailboat represents an intriguing blend of performance-oriented features and coastal cruising capability. With 180 units produced over its eleven-year production run, the Pogo 850 carved out a distinctive niche in the European sailing market. The boat's fin keel with bulb and dual rudder configuration immediately signals its performance intentions, while the fractional sloop rig and generous sail area-to-displacement ratio of 26.71 deliver spirited sailing characteristics. This setup makes the Pogo 850 particularly well-suited for coastal sailing and club racing, where its responsive handling and turn of speed can shine. Notable design elements include the unusually wide beam relative to its length, providing impressive interior volume and initial stability. The relatively low comfort ratio of 12.98 reflects the boat's emphasis on performance over heavy-weather cruising comfort, while the capsize screening formula of 2.58 suggests reasonable offshore capability for experienced sailors. The FRP composite construction typical of French production boats of this era delivers durability and relatively low maintenance requirements, making this an appealing option for sailors seeking European design flair with spirited performance characteristics.
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What is the Pogo 850's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Pogo 850 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 26.71. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Pogo 850's comfort ratio?
The Pogo 850 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 12.98. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Pogo 850 safe for offshore sailing?
The Pogo 850 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.58. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Pogo 850?
The theoretical hull speed of the Pogo 850 is 6.99 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Pogo 850 weigh?
The Pogo 850 has a displacement of 6,173.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 27.89 ft.
Who designed the Pogo 850?
The Pogo 850 was designed by Pierre Rolland, first built in 1999.