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Dickerson 36

Designer: Ernest Tucker  ·  Builder: Dickerson Boat Builders (Usa)  ·  First built: 1971
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About the Dickerson 36

Built by Dickerson Boatbuilders in the 1970s and 1980s, this 36-foot sailboat represents a practical approach to coastal cruising and family sailing. The Dickerson 36 emerged during an era when builders focused on creating sturdy, seaworthy vessels that could handle a variety of sailing conditions without sacrificing comfort or reliability. Known for its traditional lines and solid construction, the design emphasizes seaworthiness over racing performance. The boat features a moderate displacement hull that provides a comfortable motion in various sea states, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and weekend sailing adventures. The cockpit layout prioritizes ease of handling, while the cabin arrangement typically maximizes living space for extended cruising. Dickerson built these boats with attention to quality craftsmanship, earning the yard a reputation for producing vessels that age well and maintain their structural integrity over decades. The 36-footer appeals to sailors seeking a dependable platform for exploring coastal waters, with enough capability for occasional offshore passages. While not designed for competitive racing, the boat offers the kind of steady performance that builds confidence in both novice and experienced sailors looking for a reliable cruising companion.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 36.00 ft / 10.97 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.83 ft / 8.18 m
Beam 10.42 ft / 3.18 m
Max Draft 7.00 ft / 2.13 m
Displacement 13,000.00 lb / 5,897 kg
Ballast 4,000.00 lb / 1,814 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/Cbrd.
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction Wood/FG
Designer Ernest Tucker
Builder Dickerson Boat Builders (USA)
First Built 1971
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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
198
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
30.77
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
300.49
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. 5.99 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 4.00 ft / 1.22 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.00 ft / 4.57 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 559.00 ft² / 51.93 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Westerbeke
How It Compares

vs. Bayfield 36, Cape George 36, Contessa 36 Allied, Princess 36 Allied, Tashiba 36 Ph

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Dimensions
LOA
Dickerson 36 ★
36.0 ft
Bayfield 36
36.0 ft
Cape George 36
36.0 ft
Contessa 36 Allied
36.0 ft
Princess 36 Allied
36.0 ft
Tashiba 36 Ph
36.0 ft
LWL
Dickerson 36 ★
26.8 ft
Bayfield 36
30.5 ft
Cape George 36
31.5 ft
Contessa 36 Allied
27.5 ft
Princess 36 Allied
27.5 ft
Tashiba 36 Ph
30.4 ft
Beam
Dickerson 36 ★
10.4 ft
Bayfield 36
12.0 ft
Cape George 36
10.5 ft
Contessa 36 Allied
11.0 ft
Princess 36 Allied
11.0 ft
Tashiba 36 Ph
11.8 ft
Displacement
Dickerson 36 ★
13 lbs
Bayfield 36
18 lbs
Cape George 36
23 lbs
Contessa 36 Allied
14 lbs
Princess 36 Allied
14 lbs
Tashiba 36 Ph
20 lbs
Ballast
Dickerson 36 ★
4 lbs
Bayfield 36
6 lbs
Cape George 36
10 lbs
Contessa 36 Allied
5 lbs
Princess 36 Allied
5 lbs
Tashiba 36 Ph
8 lbs
Sail Area
Dickerson 36 ★
Bayfield 36
738 sq ft
Cape George 36
806 sq ft
Contessa 36 Allied
604 sq ft
Princess 36 Allied
Tashiba 36 Ph
705 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Dickerson 36 ★
198 s/nm
Bayfield 36
192 s/nm
Cape George 36
180 s/nm
Contessa 36 Allied
Princess 36 Allied
Tashiba 36 Ph
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Dickerson 36 ★
Bayfield 36
16.9
Cape George 36
15.9
Contessa 36 Allied
16.4
Princess 36 Allied
Tashiba 36 Ph
15.2
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Dickerson 36 ★
30.8 %
Bayfield 36
35.1 %
Cape George 36
45.1 %
Contessa 36 Allied
Princess 36 Allied
34.7 %
Tashiba 36 Ph
43.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Dickerson 36 ★
Bayfield 36
32.5
Cape George 36
47.8
Contessa 36 Allied
30.4
Princess 36 Allied
Tashiba 36 Ph
36.8
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Dickerson 36 ★
Bayfield 36
1.82
Cape George 36
1.47
Contessa 36 Allied
1.81
Princess 36 Allied
Tashiba 36 Ph
1.72
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Dickerson 36 ★
300
Bayfield 36
291
Cape George 36
332
Contessa 36 Allied
Princess 36 Allied
309
Tashiba 36 Ph
322
Hull Speed
Dickerson 36 ★
Bayfield 36
7.4 kts
Cape George 36
7.5 kts
Contessa 36 Allied
7.0 kts
Princess 36 Allied
Tashiba 36 Ph
7.4 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Dickerson 36 ★
Bayfield 36
1.9
Cape George 36
1.4
Contessa 36 Allied
1.4
Princess 36 Allied
Tashiba 36 Ph
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