Designed by the renowned team of Gary Mull and Shad Turner, this 39-footer represents classic early-1970s performance cruising design philosophy. Built by W. D. Schock Corp. from 1972 to 1979, only twenty hulls were produced, making it a relatively rare find on today's market. The Santana 39 strikes an appealing balance between cruising comfort and sailing performance. With a moderate displacement of 18,000 pounds and a sail area-to-displacement ratio of 16.04, she offers spirited performance without sacrificing seaworthiness. The fin keel with rudder on skeg configuration provides good directional stability while maintaining reasonable maneuverability in tight quarters. Her masthead sloop rig with 686 square feet of sail area delivers adequate power for coastal cruising and club racing. The beam of 11.67 feet creates a roomy interior while the 5.58-foot draft allows access to most harbors. The comfort ratio of 31.58 suggests she'll provide a reasonably comfortable motion at sea, while the capsize screening value of 1.78 indicates good offshore capability. This design appeals to sailors seeking a capable coastal cruiser with enough performance potential for weekend racing. The Gary Mull pedigree ensures sound sailing characteristics, making the Santana 39 an attractive option for serious cruising sailors who appreciate thoughtful design.
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What is the Santana 39's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Santana 39 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 16.04. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Santana 39's comfort ratio?
The Santana 39 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 31.58. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Santana 39 safe for offshore sailing?
The Santana 39 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.78. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Santana 39?
The theoretical hull speed of the Santana 39 is 7.46 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Santana 39 weigh?
The Santana 39 has a displacement of 18,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 39.00 ft.
Who designed the Santana 39?
The Santana 39 was designed by Gary Mull / Shad Turner, first built in 1972.