Windward 36

Designed by David Hale and built by Canada's Windward Marine Ltd. beginning in 1973, this 36-footer represents solid traditional cruising values wrapped in fiberglass construction. The long keel configuration and cutter rig reflect a design philosophy prioritizing seaworthiness and comfort over pure performance, making her well-suited for extended coastal cruising and offshore passages. With a displacement of 19,000 pounds and 7,000 pounds of ballast, the Windward 36 offers the stability and motion comfort that serious cruising sailors appreciate. Her impressive comfort ratio of 38.99 indicates exceptionally gentle motion in seaways, while the conservative capsize screening formula of 1.7 suggests good stability characteristics for ocean work. The long keel provides tracking ability and serves as integral ballast placement, though it does limit shallow-water exploration. The cutter rig offers versatility in sail handling, particularly valuable when cruising shorthanded or in challenging conditions. While her SA/Displacement ratio of 18.74 indicates moderate performance in light air, the 40-horsepower engine provides adequate auxiliary power. Hull speed calculations suggest comfortable passage-making speeds around 7 knots. This design appeals to sailors prioritizing comfort, safety, and traditional sailing qualities over racing performance.

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