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Cruisemaster 37
Designer: Bill Luders  ·  Builder: Cheoy Lee Shipyard  ·  First built: 1969
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About the Cruisemaster 37

With limited documentation available, the Cruisemaster 37 represents one of those intriguing sailboats that has largely flown under the radar of mainstream sailing publications. This 37-foot sailboat appears to have been designed with coastal cruising in mind, offering a practical balance of comfort and sailing performance for sailors seeking reliable passage-making capabilities. Based on the naming convention and era of similar designs, the Cruisemaster 37 likely emphasizes seaworthiness and interior volume over pure racing performance. The boat's proportions suggest it was conceived for sailors who prioritize comfort during extended cruising adventures while maintaining respectable sailing characteristics in moderate conditions. Without extensive production records readily available, the Cruisemaster 37 may have had a limited production run, making it something of a hidden gem in today's used boat market. Prospective buyers should focus on individual boat condition and maintenance history, as documentation and parts availability may be more challenging compared to mainstream production boats. The relative obscurity of this model could work in favor of budget-conscious cruisers seeking solid construction and cruising amenities without paying premium prices associated with more recognized brands.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 36.83 ft / 11.23 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.00 ft / 8.53 m
Beam 11.00 ft / 3.35 m
Max Draft 4.00 ft / 1.22 m
Displacement 19,400.00 lb / 8,800 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 577.00 ft² / 53.61 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Bill Luders
Builder Cheoy Lee Shipyard
First Built 1969
Related Sailboats ["Tayana 37" · "Pacific Seacraft 37" · "Union 36" · "Pearson 37" · "Catalina 37"]
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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
 12.84
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
 40.13
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
 1.64
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. 7.09
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
 0.92
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. 1.0
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 40.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 13.33
P (Mainsail Luff) 35.5
E (Mainsail Foot) 17.5
SA Fore 266.6
SA Main 310.63
How It Compares

vs. Pacific Seacraft 37, Pearson 37, Union 36

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Dimensions
LOA
Cruisemaster 37 ★
36.8 ft
Pacific Seacraft 37
36.9 ft
Pearson 37
36.9 ft
Union 36
36.7 ft
LWL
Cruisemaster 37 ★
28.0 ft
Pacific Seacraft 37
27.8 ft
Pearson 37
30.1 ft
Union 36
32.0 ft
Beam
Cruisemaster 37 ★
11.0 ft
Pacific Seacraft 37
10.8 ft
Pearson 37
11.8 ft
Union 36
11.3 ft
Displacement
Cruisemaster 37 ★
19 lbs
Pacific Seacraft 37
16 lbs
Pearson 37
12 lbs
Union 36
22 lbs
Ballast
Cruisemaster 37 ★
—
Pacific Seacraft 37
6 lbs
Pearson 37
5 lbs
Union 36
7 lbs
Sail Area
Cruisemaster 37 ★
577 sq ft
Pacific Seacraft 37
618 sq ft
Pearson 37
640 sq ft
Union 36
—
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Cruisemaster 37 ★
—
Pacific Seacraft 37
189 s/nm
Pearson 37
102 s/nm
Union 36
180 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Cruisemaster 37 ★
12.8
Pacific Seacraft 37
15.6
Pearson 37
19.1
Union 36
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Cruisemaster 37 ★
40.1
Pacific Seacraft 37
34.0
Pearson 37
22.4
Union 36
—
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Cruisemaster 37 ★
1.64
Pacific Seacraft 37
1.72
Pearson 37
2.04
Union 36
—
Hull Speed
Cruisemaster 37 ★
7.1 kts
Pacific Seacraft 37
7.1 kts
Pearson 37
7.4 kts
Union 36
—
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Cruisemaster 37 ★
0.9
Pacific Seacraft 37
1.4
Pearson 37
2.9
Union 36
—
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