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Bridges Point 24
Designer: Joel White  ·  Builder: Bridges Point Boatyard (Usa)  ·  First built: 1985
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About the Bridges Point 24

Designed by renowned naval architect Joel White and built by Bridges Point Boatyard starting in 1985, this 24-footer represents classic Maine craftsmanship with modern sensibilities. With only 80 hulls produced, the Bridges Point 24 occupies a special niche among discerning sailors who appreciate traditional design executed in practical fiberglass construction. The boat's long keel configuration and substantial 1,900-pound ballast contribute to excellent stability and tracking, making it particularly well-suited for coastal cruising and short offshore passages. The fractional sloop rig provides balanced sail handling, while the moderate sail area of 278 square feet offers good performance without being overpowering for a small crew. At nearly 4,000 pounds displacement, this design prioritizes seaworthiness over speed, with a comfortable motion in choppy conditions that larger, lighter boats often lack. The generous beam of 7.75 feet creates surprising interior volume for a 24-footer, while the 3.42-foot draft allows access to thin water yet provides adequate lateral resistance. Joel White's reputation for creating seaworthy, beautifully proportioned vessels shines through in this design. The low capsize screening number and high comfort ratio indicate a boat built for safety and livability rather than racing, making it an excellent choice for sailors seeking a capable small cruiser with classic character.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 24.00 ft / 7.32 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 18.67 ft / 5.69 m
Beam 7.75 ft / 2.36 m
Max Draft 3.42 ft / 1.04 m
Displacement 3,944.00 lb / 1,789 kg
Ballast 1,900.00 lb / 862 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 278.00 ft² / 25.83 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Joel White
Builder Bridges Point Boatyard (USA)
First Built 1985
Number Built 80
Associations Bridges Point Sailing Club
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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
243
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
17.87
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
48.17
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
270.56
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
19.65
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
1.96
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. 5.79 kn
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. 517.00 pounds/inch
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Bridges Point 24 ★
24.0 ft
San Juan 24
24.0 ft
Seaforth 24
24.0 ft
Windrose 24
24.0 ft
LWL
Bridges Point 24 ★
18.7 ft
San Juan 24
19.5 ft
Seaforth 24
17.0 ft
Windrose 24
21.4 ft
Beam
Bridges Point 24 ★
7.8 ft
San Juan 24
8.0 ft
Seaforth 24
7.3 ft
Windrose 24
7.8 ft
Displacement
Bridges Point 24 ★
3 lbs
San Juan 24
3 lbs
Seaforth 24
4 lbs
Windrose 24
2 lbs
Ballast
Bridges Point 24 ★
1 lbs
San Juan 24
1 lbs
Seaforth 24
1 lbs
Windrose 24
700 lbs
Sail Area
Bridges Point 24 ★
278 sq ft
San Juan 24
246 sq ft
Seaforth 24
208 sq ft
Windrose 24
222 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Bridges Point 24 ★
243 s/nm
San Juan 24
222 s/nm
Seaforth 24
Windrose 24
254 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Bridges Point 24 ★
17.9
San Juan 24
18.2
Seaforth 24
12.8
Windrose 24
19.9
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Bridges Point 24 ★
48.2 %
San Juan 24
51.6 %
Seaforth 24
38.1 %
Windrose 24
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Bridges Point 24 ★
19.7
San Juan 24
14.9
Seaforth 24
23.9
Windrose 24
10.8
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Bridges Point 24 ★
1.96
San Juan 24
2.17
Seaforth 24
1.82
Windrose 24
2.34
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Bridges Point 24 ★
270
San Juan 24
192
Seaforth 24
381
Windrose 24
Hull Speed
Bridges Point 24 ★
5.8 kts
San Juan 24
5.9 kts
Seaforth 24
5.5 kts
Windrose 24
6.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Bridges Point 24 ★
San Juan 24
2.9
Seaforth 24
1.0
Windrose 24
4.5
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