Designed with serious offshore passagemaking in mind, the Vancouver 27 is a compact bluewater cruiser with a devoted following among sailors who prioritize seaworthiness over speed. Built by Bluewater Boats in Canada, the design emerged from the tradition of heavily built, full-keel cruising yachts intended to handle challenging ocean conditions with confidence and reliability. The Vancouver 27 carries the hallmarks of classic bluewater design philosophy — a deep, long keel for directional stability, a sturdy hull built to take a beating in rough seas, and a layout focused on safety and self-sufficiency rather than racing performance. These qualities make her particularly well suited to coastal cruising, extended offshore passages, and voyaging in high-latitude or demanding environments where structural integrity matters most. Her modest size belies a capable, go-anywhere character that appeals to singlehanders and couples looking for an affordable entry into bluewater sailing. While she won't win any races, the Vancouver 27 rewards patient sailors who value dependability and sea-kindly behavior, earning a quiet but lasting reputation as a trustworthy little ship.
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What is the Vancouver 27's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Vancouver 27 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 14.18. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Vancouver 27's comfort ratio?
The Vancouver 27 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 32.29. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Vancouver 27 safe for offshore sailing?
The Vancouver 27 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.67. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Vancouver 27?
The theoretical hull speed of the Vancouver 27 is 6.42 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Vancouver 27 weigh?
The Vancouver 27 has a displacement of 8,960.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 27.00 ft.
Who designed the Vancouver 27?
The Vancouver 27 was designed by Robert B Harris, first built in 1973.