Designed by Richard and Jay McFarlane in the mid-1970s, this compact Australian catamaran represents an early entry into the small multihull market that emerged during that era's catamaran boom. Built by Windrush Catamarans from 1976 onward, the boat showcases fiberglass construction typical of production multihulls of the period. At just over 14 feet in length with a generous 7.5-foot beam, this catamaran offers impressive stability and deck space for its size. The shallow 0.6-foot draft makes it ideal for exploring skinny waters, beach launching, and trailer sailing adventures. Despite weighing only 170 pounds, the boat carries a substantial 150 square feet of sail area, resulting in an exceptional sail area-to-displacement ratio of 78.26 that promises spirited performance in light to moderate conditions. The fractional sloop rig keeps the sailing plan manageable while maintaining good upwind performance. Without daggerboards, this asymmetrical hull design prioritizes simplicity and ease of handling over ultimate windward ability. The Windrush 14 suits recreational sailors seeking an uncomplicated, fast day sailor or weekend camping platform that can be easily transported and launched from beaches or shallow ramps.
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What is the Windrush 14's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Windrush 14 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 78.26. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Windrush 14's comfort ratio?
The Windrush 14 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 1.41. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Windrush 14 safe for offshore sailing?
The Windrush 14 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 5.42. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Windrush 14?
The theoretical hull speed of the Windrush 14 is 4.64 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Windrush 14 weigh?
The Windrush 14 has a displacement of 170.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 14.08 ft.
Who designed the Windrush 14?
The Windrush 14 was designed by Richard And Jay Mcfarlane, first built in 1976.