Starlight 30

Designed by Michael Pocock and built by Blue Water Yachts Ltd. in the UK from 1976 to 1980, this 29-foot sailboat represents classic British yacht design from the late 1970s. The Starlight 30 features a modern fin keel with spade rudder configuration that delivers responsive handling and solid upwind performance. With a substantial displacement of 7,297 pounds and generous ballast ratio, this fiberglass cruiser prioritizes stability and seaworthiness over pure speed. The masthead sloop rig carries 465 square feet of sail area, providing adequate power while remaining manageable for short-handed sailing. Her moderate beam of 10 feet creates comfortable interior volume while maintaining reasonable marina costs. The boat's comfort ratio of 21.04 indicates a motion that favors stability over quick motion through waves, making her well-suited for coastal cruising and short offshore passages. Her capsize screening value of 2.07 suggests reasonable stability for experienced sailors venturing beyond protected waters, though she's most at home on coastal adventures. The Starlight 30 appeals to sailors seeking a traditional cruising boat with honest sailing characteristics. Her robust construction and conservative design philosophy make her particularly attractive to those prioritizing seaworthiness and comfort over racing performance or maximum interior space.

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