Designed by Arthur Edmunds and launched in 1976, this 26-foot sailboat represents S2 Yachts' focus on creating affordable yet capable coastal cruisers for the growing recreational sailing market. The S2 80 B Sd features a modern fin keel and spade rudder configuration that provides responsive handling and good windward performance, making it well-suited for day sailing and weekend coastal cruising. With a displacement of 4,600 pounds and a beam of 8 feet, this masthead sloop offers a reasonable balance between stability and performance. The boat's moderate draft of 2.5 feet opens up shallow anchorages and simplifies trailering, while the 289 square feet of sail area provides adequate power in light to moderate conditions. Her fiberglass construction ensures durability and relatively low maintenance. The comfort ratio of 19.54 indicates this is primarily a coastal cruiser rather than an offshore passage-maker, though her capsize screening value of 1.93 suggests reasonable stability for protected waters. Hull speed calculations show she'll cruise comfortably at around 6 knots in favorable conditions. This S2 model appeals to sailors seeking an economical entry into cruising sailboats, offering decent accommodations and sailing characteristics for coastal exploration and club racing.
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What is the S2 80 B Sd's sail area to displacement ratio?
The S2 80 B Sd has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 16.77. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the S2 80 B Sd's comfort ratio?
The S2 80 B Sd has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 19.54. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the S2 80 B Sd safe for offshore sailing?
The S2 80 B Sd has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.93. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the S2 80 B Sd?
The theoretical hull speed of the S2 80 B Sd is 6.20 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a S2 80 B Sd weigh?
The S2 80 B Sd has a displacement of 4,600.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 26.00 ft.
Who designed the S2 80 B Sd?
The S2 80 B Sd was designed by Arthur Edmunds, first built in 1976.