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Cabot 36
Designer: Ted Brewer/Robert Walstrom  ·  Builder: Cabotcraft Industries (Can)  ·  First built: 1974
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About the Cabot 36

Designed by the renowned team of Ted Brewer and Robert Walstrom, this Canadian-built cruiser emerged in 1974 as a serious offshore sailing yacht. With only 49 hulls produced by Cabotcraft Industries, the Cabot 36 represents an exclusive entry in the world of blue-water cruising boats. The yacht's substantial 17,800-pound displacement and healthy ballast-to-displacement ratio provide the stability and sea-kindly motion essential for extended offshore passages. Her cutter rig configuration offers exceptional versatility in varying wind conditions, allowing crews to balance sail area effectively while maintaining excellent windward performance. The fin keel with rudder on skeg arrangement delivers responsive handling while providing better protection for the rudder than a spade configuration. Ted Brewer's influence is evident in the boat's seaworthy proportions and robust construction. The moderate beam of 11.67 feet contributes to comfortable motion in a seaway, while the 4.75-foot draft strikes a practical balance between performance and harbor accessibility. Her comfort ratio of 33.17 places her firmly in blue-water cruising territory, suggesting she'll handle rough conditions with composure. This yacht appeals primarily to serious cruising sailors who prioritize seaworthiness over speed, making her an excellent choice for coastal exploration and ocean passages alike.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 35.58 ft / 10.84 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 29.67 ft / 9.04 m
Beam 11.67 ft / 3.56 m
Max Draft 4.75 ft / 1.45 m
Displacement 17,800.00 lb / 8,074 kg
Ballast 5,500.00 lb / 2,495 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 632.00 ft² / 58.71 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction FG
Designer Ted Brewer/Robert Walstrom
Builder Cabotcraft Industries (CAN)
First Built 1974
Number Built 49
Related Sailboats Cal 36 · Cc 36 1 · Cascade 36 · Bristol 355 · Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
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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
 186
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
 14.89
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
 30.9
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
 304.24
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
 33.17
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
 1.79
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. 7.30 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
 1.55
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. 1,237.19 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. 14.88
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 44.50 ft / 13.56 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 14.80 ft / 4.51 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 39.00 ft / 11.89 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 15.50 ft / 4.72 m
SA Fore 329.30 ft² / 30.59 m²
SA Main 302.25 ft² / 28.08 m²
SA Total (100%) 631.55 ft² / 58.67 m²
Est. Forestay Length 46.90 ft / 14.30 m
How It Compares

vs. Bristol 355, Cal 36, Cascade 36, Cc 36 1, Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee

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Dimensions
LOA
Cabot 36 ★
35.6 ft
Bristol 355
35.5 ft
Cal 36
35.5 ft
Cascade 36
35.6 ft
Cc 36 1
35.7 ft
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
35.6 ft
LWL
Cabot 36 ★
29.7 ft
Bristol 355
27.5 ft
Cal 36
27.0 ft
Cascade 36
28.9 ft
Cc 36 1
27.8 ft
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
25.0 ft
Beam
Cabot 36 ★
11.7 ft
Bristol 355
10.8 ft
Cal 36
10.3 ft
Cascade 36
10.0 ft
Cc 36 1
11.5 ft
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
10.8 ft
Displacement
Cabot 36 ★
17 lbs
Bristol 355
15 lbs
Cal 36
11 lbs
Cascade 36
12 lbs
Cc 36 1
12 lbs
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
16 lbs
Ballast
Cabot 36 ★
5 lbs
Bristol 355
6 lbs
Cal 36
4 lbs
Cascade 36
4 lbs
Cc 36 1
5 lbs
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
5 lbs
Sail Area
Cabot 36 ★
632 sq ft
Bristol 355
602 sq ft
Cal 36
600 sq ft
Cascade 36
590 sq ft
Cc 36 1
599 sq ft
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
635 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Cabot 36 ★
186 s/nm
Bristol 355
—
Cal 36
150 s/nm
Cascade 36
150 s/nm
Cc 36 1
—
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Cabot 36 ★
14.9
Bristol 355
15.9
Cal 36
19.2
Cascade 36
17.6
Cc 36 1
18.4
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
15.9
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Cabot 36 ★
30.9 %
Bristol 355
—
Cal 36
40.2 %
Cascade 36
35.5 %
Cc 36 1
41.7 %
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Cabot 36 ★
33.2
Bristol 355
32.5
Cal 36
26.1
Cascade 36
29.1
Cc 36 1
23.8
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
37.7
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Cabot 36 ★
1.79
Bristol 355
1.76
Cal 36
1.85
Cascade 36
1.73
Cc 36 1
2.01
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
1.70
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Cabot 36 ★
304
Bristol 355
—
Cal 36
254
Cascade 36
231
Cc 36 1
250
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
—
Hull Speed
Cabot 36 ★
7.3 kts
Bristol 355
7.0 kts
Cal 36
7.0 kts
Cascade 36
7.2 kts
Cc 36 1
7.1 kts
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
6.7 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Cabot 36 ★
1.6
Bristol 355
1.5
Cal 36
2.3
Cascade 36
2.4
Cc 36 1
2.3
Clipper 36 Cheoy Lee
0.8
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