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Aphrodite 34
Designer: Carl Beyer  ·  Builder: Rex Marin (Swe)  ·  First built: 1976
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About the Aphrodite 34

Designed by Carl Beyer and built by Swedish manufacturer Rex Marin from 1976 to 1985, this well-proportioned 34-footer represents solid Scandinavian craftsmanship from the height of the fiberglass production era. The Aphrodite 34's moderate proportions and traditional fin keel with rudder-on-skeg configuration create a balanced platform that appeals to cruising sailors seeking both comfort and performance. With a displacement of 12,125 pounds and ballast ratio supporting confident stability, this masthead sloop demonstrates the thoughtful design philosophy typical of Swedish builders. The hull's lines generate a respectable hull speed of 7.20 knots, while the generous beam of nearly 11 feet provides comfortable interior volume without compromising seaworthiness. Her comfort ratio of 25.81 suggests a motion that favors longer passages over pure speed, making her well-suited for coastal cruising and weekend adventures. The sail area to displacement ratio of 16.73 indicates moderate power that won't overwhelm less experienced crews, yet provides adequate performance in light to moderate conditions. The capsize screening value of 1.89 reflects good initial stability characteristics. This Swedish design embodies the practical cruising philosophy of its era, offering reliability and comfort for sailors prioritizing seaworthiness over racing performance.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 34.12 ft / 10.40 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.87 ft / 8.80 m
Beam 10.82 ft / 3.30 m
Max Draft 6.10 ft / 1.86 m
Displacement 12,125.00 lb / 5,500 kg
Ballast 4,690.00 lb / 2,127 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 550.00 ft² / 51.10 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Carl Beyer
Builder Rex Marin (SWE)
First Built 1976
Last Built 1985
Related Sailboats ["Ericson 34" · "Sabre 34" · "Contest 34" · "J/34" · "Sweden Yachts 340"]
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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
 141
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
 16.73
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
 38.68
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
 224.95
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
 25.81
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
 1.89
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. 7.20 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
 2.4
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. 1,116.14 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. 16.73
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 45.11 ft / 13.75 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.76 ft / 4.19 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 40.35 ft / 12.30 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.88 ft / 3.62 m
SA Fore 310.36 ft² / 28.83 m²
SA Main 239.68 ft² / 22.27 m²
SA Total (100%) 550.04 ft² / 51.10 m²
Est. Forestay Length 47.16 ft / 14.37 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Beta
Engine Type Engine
Fuel Capacity 18 gals / 68 L
Water Capacity 45 gals / 170 L
How It Compares

vs. Contest 34, J/34, Sabre 34

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Dimensions
LOA
Aphrodite 34 ★
34.1 ft
Contest 34
34.0 ft
J/34
34.1 ft
Sabre 34
34.2 ft
LWL
Aphrodite 34 ★
28.9 ft
Contest 34
27.6 ft
J/34
28.5 ft
Sabre 34
26.3 ft
Beam
Aphrodite 34 ★
10.8 ft
Contest 34
11.2 ft
J/34
11.4 ft
Sabre 34
10.5 ft
Displacement
Aphrodite 34 ★
12 lbs
Contest 34
16 lbs
J/34
9 lbs
Sabre 34
11 lbs
Ballast
Aphrodite 34 ★
4 lbs
Contest 34
7 lbs
J/34
3 lbs
Sabre 34
4 lbs
Sail Area
Aphrodite 34 ★
550 sq ft
Contest 34
484 sq ft
J/34
525 sq ft
Sabre 34
506 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Aphrodite 34 ★
141 s/nm
Contest 34
186 s/nm
J/34
120 s/nm
Sabre 34
132 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Aphrodite 34 ★
16.7
Contest 34
12.1
J/34
20.1
Sabre 34
16.0
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Aphrodite 34 ★
38.7 %
Contest 34
—
J/34
41.3 %
Sabre 34
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Aphrodite 34 ★
25.8
Contest 34
34.4
J/34
26.2
Sabre 34
26.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Aphrodite 34 ★
1.89
Contest 34
1.76
J/34
1.71
Sabre 34
1.87
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Aphrodite 34 ★
224
Contest 34
—
J/34
127
Sabre 34
—
Hull Speed
Aphrodite 34 ★
7.2 kts
Contest 34
7.0 kts
J/34
8.2 kts
Sabre 34
6.9 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Aphrodite 34 ★
2.4
Contest 34
1.1
J/34
—
Sabre 34
1.8
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