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Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar
Designer: Paul Coble  ·  Builder: Bristol Yachts/Sailstar Boats  ·  First built: 1964
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About the Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar

Bristol Marine's Corsair Sailstar represents an intriguing chapter in the company's storied boatbuilding legacy. Known for their quality construction and thoughtful design, Bristol consistently produced vessels that balanced performance with practicality, and the Corsair Sailstar appears to follow this tradition. This compact sailboat likely appeals to sailors seeking a manageable yet capable vessel for coastal cruising and day sailing. Bristol's reputation for solid fiberglass construction and attention to detail suggests the Corsair Sailstar would offer the reliability that weekend sailors and small-boat enthusiasts value. The model name hints at both racing heritage and recreational versatility, typical of Bristol's approach to creating boats that could satisfy multiple sailing styles. Given Bristol Marine's focus on New England waters and their understanding of challenging coastal conditions, the Corsair Sailstar was probably designed to handle a variety of weather situations while remaining accessible to sailors of varying experience levels. The boat's size makes it suitable for single-handed sailing or small crew adventures, offering an entry point into Bristol's renowned build quality without the commitment required for larger cruising vessels. This model likely represents excellent value for sailors seeking proven design heritage in a compact package.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 24.58 ft / 7.49 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 18.08 ft / 5.51 m
Beam 8.00 ft / 2.44 m
Max Draft 3.42 ft / 1.04 m
Displacement 5,920.00 lb / 2,685 kg
Ballast 3,000.00 lb / 1,361 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 291.00 ft² / 27.03 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Paul Coble
Builder Bristol Yachts/Sailstar Boats
First Built 1964
Last Built 1983
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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
270
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
14.27
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
28.62
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
1.77
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. 5.7
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
0.8
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. 516.81
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 30.3
J (Foretriangle Base) 9.2
P (Mainsail Luff) 26.4
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.5
SA Fore 139.38
SA Main 151.8
How It Compares

vs. Capri 25 Catalina, East Wind 24, Pacific Seacraft 25 1, Tanzer 75, Venture 24

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Dimensions
LOA
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
24.6 ft
Capri 25 Catalina
24.6 ft
East Wind 24
24.6 ft
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
24.5 ft
Tanzer 75
24.6 ft
Venture 24
24.6 ft
LWL
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
18.1 ft
Capri 25 Catalina
19.2 ft
East Wind 24
20.0 ft
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
21.0 ft
Tanzer 75
21.8 ft
Venture 24
21.3 ft
Beam
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
8.0 ft
Capri 25 Catalina
9.2 ft
East Wind 24
7.1 ft
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
8.0 ft
Tanzer 75
8.0 ft
Venture 24
7.9 ft
Displacement
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
5 lbs
Capri 25 Catalina
2 lbs
East Wind 24
4 lbs
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
4 lbs
Tanzer 75
3 lbs
Venture 24
2 lbs
Ballast
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
3 lbs
Capri 25 Catalina
900 lbs
East Wind 24
2 lbs
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
1 lbs
Tanzer 75
1 lbs
Venture 24
575 lbs
Sail Area
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
291 sq ft
Capri 25 Catalina
276 sq ft
East Wind 24
316 sq ft
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
236 sq ft
Tanzer 75
236 sq ft
Venture 24
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
270 s/nm
Capri 25 Catalina
174 s/nm
East Wind 24
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
234 s/nm
Tanzer 75
Venture 24
234 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
14.3
Capri 25 Catalina
21.5
East Wind 24
18.3
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
13.4
Tanzer 75
15.6
Venture 24
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
Capri 25 Catalina
30.5 %
East Wind 24
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
36.8 %
Tanzer 75
42.1 %
Venture 24
27.4 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
28.6
Capri 25 Catalina
11.5
East Wind 24
24.5
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
20.9
Tanzer 75
16.2
Venture 24
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
1.77
Capri 25 Catalina
2.56
East Wind 24
1.71
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
1.91
Tanzer 75
2.05
Venture 24
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
Capri 25 Catalina
187
East Wind 24
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
228
Tanzer 75
163
Venture 24
96
Hull Speed
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
5.7 kts
Capri 25 Catalina
5.9 kts
East Wind 24
6.0 kts
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
6.1 kts
Tanzer 75
6.3 kts
Venture 24
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Bristol 24 Corsair Sailstar ★
0.8
Capri 25 Catalina
3.4
East Wind 24
2.2
Pacific Seacraft 25 1
1.9
Tanzer 75
3.1
Venture 24
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