Columbia 29

Designed by the legendary Sparkman & Stephens firm and built by Columbia Yachts from 1961 to 1965, this classic 28.5-foot sloop represents mid-century American yacht design at its finest. The Columbia 29 features the traditional long keel configuration that was hallmark of the era, providing exceptional directional stability and a forgiving sailing character that appeals to both novice and experienced sailors. With a displacement of 7,400 pounds and 3,120 pounds of ballast, this solidly built fiberglass yacht offers reassuring stability and seaworthiness for coastal cruising and extended passages. The masthead sloop rig with 388 square feet of sail area provides adequate power while remaining manageable for a small crew. Her comfort ratio of 29.49 indicates excellent motion characteristics in a seaway, while the conservative capsize screening formula of 1.64 reflects her inherent safety margins. The long keel design, while sacrificing some maneuverability in tight quarters, delivers predictable handling and the ability to track straight for hours without constant helm attention. This makes the Columbia 29 particularly well-suited for coastal cruising and short-handed sailing, where her forgiving nature and solid construction inspire confidence in varied conditions.

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