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Brise De Mer 31 Lc
Designer: Finot  ·  Builder: Chantiers Le Guen-Hemidy (Fra)  ·  First built: 1970
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About the Brise De Mer 31 Lc

With limited specifications available, the Brise De Mer 31 Lc represents an intriguing entry in the 31-foot sailboat category that warrants further investigation by prospective buyers. Based on its designation and size class, this vessel appears designed primarily for coastal cruising and weekend sailing adventures. The "Brise De Mer" name, meaning "sea breeze" in French, suggests European origins and hints at the boat's intended purpose of capturing favorable winds along coastlines. At 31 feet, this sailboat falls into a popular size range that balances manageable handling with sufficient interior space for comfortable cruising. While detailed specifications remain elusive, boats in this category typically offer a good compromise between performance and livability. The 31-foot length suggests adequate cabin space for a small crew or family, making it suitable for extended coastal passages and weekend getaways. The "Lc" designation may indicate a specific variant or limited production run. Potential buyers should seek additional technical details regarding construction materials, sail configuration, and interior layout to fully evaluate this vessel's capabilities. Despite the limited available data, the Brise De Mer 31 Lc deserves consideration by sailors seeking a mid-sized cruising sailboat.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 30.68 ft / 9.35 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.25 ft / 8.00 m
Beam 10.40 ft / 3.17 m
Max Draft 5.12 ft / 1.56 m
Displacement 6,614.00 lb / 3,000 kg
Ballast 2,205.00 lb / 1,000 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction ALU/FG
Designer Finot
Builder Chantiers Le Guen-Hemidy (FRA)
First Built 1970
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Performance Ratios
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
33.34
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
163.24
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. 5.85 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 18.22
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.55 ft / 4.13 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 400.00 ft² / 37.16 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 16 gals / 61 L
Engine & Accommodations
Water Capacity 42 gals / 159 L
How It Compares

vs. Dehler 31, Monsun 31, Nicholson 31

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Dimensions
LOA
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
30.7 ft
Dehler 31
30.8 ft
Monsun 31
30.8 ft
Nicholson 31
30.5 ft
LWL
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
26.3 ft
Dehler 31
24.3 ft
Monsun 31
24.7 ft
Nicholson 31
24.2 ft
Beam
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
10.4 ft
Dehler 31
10.2 ft
Monsun 31
9.4 ft
Nicholson 31
10.2 ft
Displacement
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
6 lbs
Dehler 31
7 lbs
Monsun 31
9 lbs
Nicholson 31
13 lbs
Ballast
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
2 lbs
Dehler 31
2 lbs
Monsun 31
4 lbs
Nicholson 31
4 lbs
Sail Area
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
Dehler 31
443 sq ft
Monsun 31
414 sq ft
Nicholson 31
484 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
Dehler 31
162 s/nm
Monsun 31
204 s/nm
Nicholson 31
194 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
Dehler 31
19.3
Monsun 31
15.1
Nicholson 31
14.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
33.3 %
Dehler 31
Monsun 31
45.4 %
Nicholson 31
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
Dehler 31
18.9
Monsun 31
27.2
Nicholson 31
35.0
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
Dehler 31
2.12
Monsun 31
1.80
Nicholson 31
1.74
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
163
Dehler 31
Monsun 31
275
Nicholson 31
Hull Speed
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
Dehler 31
6.6 kts
Monsun 31
6.7 kts
Nicholson 31
6.6 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Brise De Mer 31 Lc ★
Dehler 31
2.7
Monsun 31
1.8
Nicholson 31
0.9
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