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Clearwater 35
Designer: Craig Walters  ·  Builder: Holby Marine (Usa)  ·  First built: 1988
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About the Clearwater 35

With limited specifications publicly available, the Clearwater 35 represents one of those intriguing sailboats that tends to fly under the radar of mainstream boating publications. This 35-foot vessel appears to cater to sailors seeking a capable coastal cruiser without the complexity often found in more heavily marketed production boats. Based on its name and size class, the Clearwater 35 likely emphasizes seaworthiness and practical accommodations over racing performance. Boats in this category typically feature moderate displacement hulls designed to handle a variety of conditions while maintaining comfortable motion at sea. The emphasis appears to be on creating a reliable platform for weekend coastal adventures and extended cruising. Without extensive documentation, prospective buyers should focus on individual boat surveys and sea trials to assess build quality and sailing characteristics. This approach often reveals hidden gems among lesser-known manufacturers who prioritized solid construction over marketing budgets. The Clearwater 35's relative obscurity might actually work in favor of budget-conscious sailors, as these boats often represent excellent value compared to their better-known contemporaries. For sailors prioritizing substance over brand recognition, investigating individual Clearwater 35 examples could uncover a capable coastal cruising companion.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 35.25 ft / 10.74 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.67 ft / 8.13 m
Beam 11.33 ft / 3.45 m
Max Draft 5.92 ft / 1.80 m
Displacement 10,000.00 lb / 4,536 kg
Ballast 4,500.00 lb / 2,041 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Centerboard (Trunk)
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Craig Walters
Builder Holby Marine (USA)
First Built 1988
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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
135
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
45.0
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
235.33
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. 6.48 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 1.79 ft / 0.55 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.33 ft / 4.06 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 524.00 ft² / 48.68 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Yanmar
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 20 gals / 76 L
Water Capacity 40 gals / 151 L
How It Compares

vs. Bavaria 350, First 35 Beneteau, Island Packet 35, S2 35, Tartan 3500

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Dimensions
LOA
Clearwater 35 ★
35.3 ft
Bavaria 350
35.3 ft
First 35 Beneteau
35.2 ft
Island Packet 35
35.3 ft
S2 35
35.2 ft
Tartan 3500
35.2 ft
LWL
Clearwater 35 ★
26.7 ft
Bavaria 350
29.9 ft
First 35 Beneteau
28.8 ft
Island Packet 35
30.0 ft
S2 35
28.3 ft
Tartan 3500
30.0 ft
Beam
Clearwater 35 ★
11.3 ft
Bavaria 350
11.8 ft
First 35 Beneteau
12.2 ft
Island Packet 35
12.0 ft
S2 35
11.5 ft
Tartan 3500
11.8 ft
Displacement
Clearwater 35 ★
10 lbs
Bavaria 350
11 lbs
First 35 Beneteau
10 lbs
Island Packet 35
17 lbs
S2 35
13 lbs
Tartan 3500
11 lbs
Ballast
Clearwater 35 ★
4 lbs
Bavaria 350
3 lbs
First 35 Beneteau
4 lbs
Island Packet 35
8 lbs
S2 35
6 lbs
Tartan 3500
4 lbs
Sail Area
Clearwater 35 ★
Bavaria 350
510 sq ft
First 35 Beneteau
555 sq ft
Island Packet 35
640 sq ft
S2 35
596 sq ft
Tartan 3500
618 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Clearwater 35 ★
135 s/nm
Bavaria 350
First 35 Beneteau
Island Packet 35
180 s/nm
S2 35
Tartan 3500
117 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Clearwater 35 ★
Bavaria 350
16.5
First 35 Beneteau
18.6
Island Packet 35
15.3
S2 35
17.1
Tartan 3500
19.6
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Clearwater 35 ★
45.0 %
Bavaria 350
36.0 %
First 35 Beneteau
46.3 %
Island Packet 35
S2 35
Tartan 3500
39.5 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Clearwater 35 ★
Bavaria 350
20.1
First 35 Beneteau
18.9
Island Packet 35
31.3
S2 35
26.2
Tartan 3500
21.0
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Clearwater 35 ★
Bavaria 350
2.13
First 35 Beneteau
2.23
Island Packet 35
1.85
S2 35
1.94
Tartan 3500
2.09
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Clearwater 35 ★
235
Bavaria 350
183
First 35 Beneteau
195
Island Packet 35
S2 35
Tartan 3500
188
Hull Speed
Clearwater 35 ★
Bavaria 350
7.3 kts
First 35 Beneteau
7.2 kts
Island Packet 35
7.3 kts
S2 35
7.1 kts
Tartan 3500
7.3 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Clearwater 35 ★
Bavaria 350
2.9
First 35 Beneteau
3.0
Island Packet 35
1.7
S2 35
2.1
Tartan 3500
3.2
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