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Fractional Sloop · Fin w/transom hung rudder · 1978–1985
A Peter Norlin-designed fractional sloop with a fin keel and transom-hung rudder, built for balanced coastal cruising
Designed by Peter Norlin.
Is it for you?
Where this design lands on the numbers a shopper trusts — read straight from her own ratios.
A balanced, easily-driven cruiser — comfortable and forgiving for coastal work.
The record
The complete reference set — tap any figure to switch between metric and imperial.
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Comparable boats the fleet has actually sailed on camera: same type, within a quarter of her length. Open the boat, or watch the video.
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The family
Nearby designs by size, type, and era — worth a look alongside her.
The newsletter
One email from the fleet — boats newly added, videos newly analysed. No noise.
Hall of Fame, 20 years.
129. Fran Palacio. Sardinia Cup 2026.
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