Francis Sweisguth's Star International represents one of sailing's most enduring success stories, with over 7,500 hulls launched since her 1911 debut. Built primarily by the renowned German yard Abeking & Rasmussen, this 22.70-foot sloop has proven her worth across more than a century of sailing evolution. The Star's fractional sloop rig and fin keel with rudder on skeg configuration delivers exceptional performance for her size, evidenced by an impressive sail area to displacement ratio of 35.2. This spirited design characteristic makes her particularly well-suited for competitive racing, where her responsive handling and acceleration have earned countless victories in both fleet and one-design competition. Originally constructed in wood, later production included fiberglass variants, ensuring accessibility across different eras and budgets. Her modest 5.70-foot beam and 3.30-foot draft make launching and trailing straightforward, while the 1,479-pound displacement provides sufficient stability for serious sailing. The Star International excels in protected waters and coastal environments where her racing pedigree can shine. Her capsize screening formula of 2 indicates excellent stability, though her performance-oriented design favors skilled sailors who appreciate responsive, athletic sailing characteristics over creature comforts.
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What is the Star International's comfort ratio?
The Star International has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 11.01. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
What is the hull speed of the Star International?
The theoretical hull speed of the Star International is 5.89 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Star International weigh?
The Star International has a displacement of 1,479.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 22.70 ft.
Who designed the Star International?
The Star International was designed by Francis Sweisguth, first built in 1911.