Seaward Eagle

Nick Hake's Seaward Eagle represents a thoughtful approach to coastal cruising, combining moderate displacement with shoal draft accessibility for exploring shallow waters and gunkholes. Built by Hake Yachts beginning in 1996, this 34-footer strikes an appealing balance between performance and practicality with her fin keel configuration drawing just 3.50 feet. The Eagle's fiberglass construction and masthead sloop rig deliver straightforward sailing characteristics well-suited to weekend cruising and extended coastal passages. Her beam of 10.50 feet provides good interior volume and initial stability, while the 7,700-pound displacement offers enough heft for comfortable motion in moderate seas. The shoal draft fin keel opens up cruising grounds typically off-limits to deeper boats, making her particularly attractive for Chesapeake Bay, Florida waters, and other shallow coastal areas. With a comfort ratio of 16.34, the Seaward Eagle leans toward the sporty side while maintaining enough weight for reasonable sea-keeping ability. Her sail area to displacement ratio of 19.76 suggests adequate performance in light to moderate conditions. The capsize screening formula of 2.13 indicates good stability characteristics for coastal sailing, though serious offshore work would require careful consideration of conditions and crew experience.

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