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Code 8 Racing

Designer: Andrej Justin  ·  Builder: Pauger Carbon Composites (Hungary)  ·  First built: 2008
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About the Code 8 Racing

Designed by Andrej Justin and built by Pauger Carbon Composites in Hungary, this modern 26-footer represents a sophisticated approach to small boat performance sailing. Since its introduction in 2008, the Code 8 Racing has carved out a niche as a lightweight, responsive sailing machine optimized for competitive racing and spirited day sailing. The boat's striking specifications tell the story of its purpose-built nature. With a displacement of just 2,183 pounds and an impressive 57% ballast ratio, this fractional sloop delivers exceptional stability and responsiveness. The fin keel with bulb design and spade rudder configuration provides precise handling characteristics that racing sailors demand, while the substantial sail area of 423 square feet generates impressive power for its size. Built using fiberglass construction, the Code 8 Racing features modern hull lines that balance speed potential with manageable sailing characteristics. The extremely low comfort ratio of 7.47 clearly indicates this boat prioritizes performance over creature comforts, making it ideal for competitive one-design racing, club racing, and performance-oriented day sailing rather than extended cruising. For sailors seeking a pure sailing experience with minimal compromises to speed and handling, the Code 8 Racing offers an compelling package that punches well above its 26-foot length.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 26.25 ft / 8.00 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.25 ft / 8.00 m
Beam 8.46 ft / 2.58 m
Max Draft 5.91 ft / 1.80 m
Displacement 2,183.00 lb / 990 kg
Ballast 1,257.00 lb / 570 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 423.00 ft² / 39.30 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Andrej Justin
Builder Pauger Carbon Composites (HUNGARY)
First Built 2008
Related Sailboats J/80 · Cork 1720 · Winner 8 · Twister 800 · 8M One Design
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Performance Ratios
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
 40.31
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
 57.58
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
 53.88
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
 7.47
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
 2.61
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. 6.87 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
 9.1
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. 793.50 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. 40.3
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 35.43 ft / 10.80 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.83 ft / 3.30 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 36.09 ft / 11.00 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.80 ft / 3.90 m
SA Fore 191.85 ft² / 17.82 m²
SA Main 230.98 ft² / 21.46 m²
SA Total (100%) 422.83 ft² / 39.28 m²
Est. Forestay Length 37.05 ft / 11.29 m
How It Compares

vs. 8M One Design, Cork 1720, J/80, Twister 800, Winner 8

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Dimensions
LOA
Code 8 Racing ★
26.3 ft
8M One Design
26.3 ft
Cork 1720
26.3 ft
J/80
26.3 ft
Twister 800
26.3 ft
Winner 8
26.3 ft
LWL
Code 8 Racing ★
26.3 ft
8M One Design
22.9 ft
Cork 1720
23.3 ft
J/80
22.8 ft
Twister 800
25.6 ft
Winner 8
24.0 ft
Beam
Code 8 Racing ★
8.5 ft
8M One Design
8.2 ft
Cork 1720
8.2 ft
J/80
9.4 ft
Twister 800
8.9 ft
Winner 8
9.4 ft
Displacement
Code 8 Racing ★
2 lbs
8M One Design
2 lbs
Cork 1720
3 lbs
J/80
3 lbs
Twister 800
4 lbs
Winner 8
5 lbs
Ballast
Code 8 Racing ★
1 lbs
8M One Design
925 lbs
Cork 1720
1 lbs
J/80
1 lbs
Twister 800
1 lbs
Winner 8
2 lbs
Sail Area
Code 8 Racing ★
423 sq ft
8M One Design
452 sq ft
Cork 1720
358 sq ft
J/80
338 sq ft
Twister 800
333 sq ft
Winner 8
430 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Code 8 Racing ★
—
8M One Design
—
Cork 1720
96 s/nm
J/80
129 s/nm
Twister 800
—
Winner 8
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Code 8 Racing ★
40.3
8M One Design
40.2
Cork 1720
27.6
J/80
24.8
Twister 800
18.7
Winner 8
22.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Code 8 Racing ★
57.6 %
8M One Design
—
Cork 1720
46.3 %
J/80
42.7 %
Twister 800
—
Winner 8
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Code 8 Racing ★
7.5
8M One Design
9.5
Cork 1720
11.7
J/80
17.9
Twister 800
15.9
Winner 8
16.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Code 8 Racing ★
2.61
8M One Design
2.44
Cork 1720
2.27
J/80
1.80
Twister 800
2.10
Winner 8
2.15
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Code 8 Racing ★
53
8M One Design
—
Cork 1720
106
J/80
70
Twister 800
—
Winner 8
—
Hull Speed
Code 8 Racing ★
6.9 kts
8M One Design
6.4 kts
Cork 1720
6.5 kts
J/80
6.9 kts
Twister 800
6.8 kts
Winner 8
6.6 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Code 8 Racing ★
9.1
8M One Design
7.0
Cork 1720
5.9
J/80
—
Twister 800
—
Winner 8
—
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