Designed by the renowned Philip Rhodes and built by Tachiao/Rawson beginning in 1970, this classic 32-footer represents traditional cruising yacht design at its finest. With only 29 hulls produced, the Traveller 32 remains a relatively rare find that appeals to sailors seeking proven offshore capability in a manageable size. The yacht's long keel configuration with transom-hung rudder provides exceptional directional stability and seaworthiness, making it well-suited for coastal and offshore cruising. At 14,200 pounds displacement with 5,300 pounds of ballast, she offers the substantial feel and motion comfort that serious cruisers appreciate in challenging conditions. The impressive comfort ratio of 35.01 confirms this boat's suitability for extended passages. Rhodes equipped the design with a versatile cutter rig spreading 581 square feet of sail area, allowing for flexible sail combinations in varying wind conditions. The hull's 27-foot waterline generates a theoretical hull speed approaching 7 knots, while the conservative sail area-to-displacement ratio of 15.91 emphasizes seakindliness over racing performance. Built during an era when fiberglass construction was maturing, these yachts exhibit solid engineering principles that have stood the test of time, making them sought-after vessels for discriminating cruising sailors.
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What is the Traveller 32's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Traveller 32 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 15.91. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Traveller 32's comfort ratio?
The Traveller 32 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 35.01. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Traveller 32 safe for offshore sailing?
The Traveller 32 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.68. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Traveller 32?
The theoretical hull speed of the Traveller 32 is 6.97 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Traveller 32 weigh?
The Traveller 32 has a displacement of 14,200.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 32.08 ft.
Who designed the Traveller 32?
The Traveller 32 was designed by Philip Rhodes, first built in 1970.