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Aloha 28
Designer: Brewer/Walstrom  ·  Builder: Aloha Yachts International (Can)  ·  First built: 1972
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About the Aloha 28

Designed by the respected team of Brewer and Walstrom, this Canadian-built cruiser enjoyed a solid 16-year production run from 1972 to 1988, establishing itself as a dependable coastal cruising sailboat. Built by Aloha Yachts International in fiberglass construction, the design emphasizes stability and comfort over pure performance, making it well-suited for weekend cruising and short coastal passages. The boat's generous beam of 9.42 feet creates a spacious interior relative to its 28-foot length, while the substantial displacement of 6,750 pounds with 3,000 pounds of ballast provides reassuring stability in varied conditions. The masthead sloop rig with 373 square feet of sail area delivers adequate power for cruising speeds, though performance-minded sailors may find it somewhat conservative. With a fin keel and transom-hung rudder configuration, the boat offers decent maneuverability while maintaining directional stability. The comfort ratio of 20.58 indicates a motion that favors comfort over speed, making it suitable for sailors who prioritize a steady, predictable ride. The capsize screening value of 2.0 suggests reasonable stability characteristics for coastal sailing, though this design is best suited for protected waters and moderate offshore conditions rather than extended ocean passages.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.00 ft / 8.53 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 24.50 ft / 7.47 m
Beam 9.42 ft / 2.87 m
Max Draft 4.33 ft / 1.32 m
Displacement 6,750.00 lb / 3,062 kg
Ballast 3,000.00 lb / 1,361 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 373.00 ft² / 34.65 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Brewer/Walstrom
Builder Aloha Yachts International (CAN)
First Built 1972
Last Built 1988
Associations Aloha Owners
Related Sailboats ["Catalina 28" · "Pearson 28 1975 80" · "S2 86" · "Grampian 28" · "Islander 28"]
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
 195
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
 16.76
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
 44.44
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
 204.91
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
 20.58
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
 2
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 6.63 kn
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
 2.62
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 824.64 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 16.74
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 35.50 ft / 10.82 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 12.00 ft / 3.66 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 30.40 ft / 9.27 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
SA Fore 213.00 ft² / 19.79 m²
SA Main 159.60 ft² / 14.83 m²
SA Total (100%) 372.60 ft² / 34.62 m²
Est. Forestay Length 37.47 ft / 11.42 m
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Aloha 28 ★
28.0 ft
Grampian 28
28.0 ft
Pearson 28 1975 80
28.0 ft
S2 86
28.0 ft
LWL
Aloha 28 ★
24.5 ft
Grampian 28
24.5 ft
Pearson 28 1975 80
24.0 ft
S2 86
22.5 ft
Beam
Aloha 28 ★
9.4 ft
Grampian 28
9.5 ft
Pearson 28 1975 80
9.3 ft
S2 86
9.5 ft
Displacement
Aloha 28 ★
6 lbs
Grampian 28
6 lbs
Pearson 28 1975 80
7 lbs
S2 86
7 lbs
Ballast
Aloha 28 ★
3 lbs
Grampian 28
3 lbs
Pearson 28 1975 80
3 lbs
S2 86
3 lbs
Sail Area
Aloha 28 ★
373 sq ft
Grampian 28
—
Pearson 28 1975 80
395 sq ft
S2 86
390 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Aloha 28 ★
195 s/nm
Grampian 28
198 s/nm
Pearson 28 1975 80
—
S2 86
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Aloha 28 ★
16.8
Grampian 28
—
Pearson 28 1975 80
16.1
S2 86
16.2
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Aloha 28 ★
44.4 %
Grampian 28
44.4 %
Pearson 28 1975 80
45.0 %
S2 86
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Aloha 28 ★
20.6
Grampian 28
—
Pearson 28 1975 80
24.9
S2 86
24.2
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Aloha 28 ★
2.00
Grampian 28
—
Pearson 28 1975 80
1.86
S2 86
1.94
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Aloha 28 ★
204
Grampian 28
209
Pearson 28 1975 80
253
S2 86
—
Hull Speed
Aloha 28 ★
6.6 kts
Grampian 28
—
Pearson 28 1975 80
6.6 kts
S2 86
6.4 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Aloha 28 ★
2.6
Grampian 28
—
Pearson 28 1975 80
2.0
S2 86
1.7
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