Soverel 36 1965

Designed by renowned naval architect Bill Soverel and first launched in 1965, this 36-footer represents the era when fiberglass construction was revolutionizing sailboat manufacturing. Soverel Marine built these boats with a focus on performance and seaworthiness, creating a vessel that has earned respect among serious sailors over the decades. The masthead yawl rig configuration provides excellent sail handling flexibility, particularly valuable for shorthanded sailing or when conditions become challenging. With its substantial 8-foot draft and deep keel design complemented by a centerboard, this boat offers impressive windward ability while maintaining the option to explore shallower waters when needed. At 12,000 pounds displacement, the Soverel 36 strikes a balance between performance and comfort. The moderate comfort ratio of 25.31 suggests a boat capable of extended offshore passages without excessive motion, while the capsize screening formula of 1.93 indicates good stability characteristics for coastal and offshore sailing. The sail area to displacement ratio of 21.99 places this yacht in the moderate performance category, providing spirited sailing in light to moderate conditions without being overpowered in heavier weather. This combination of characteristics makes the Soverel 36 well-suited for serious coastal cruising, club racing, and offshore passages where reliability and seaworthiness are paramount.

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