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East Wind 24
Designer: G. William Mcvay  ·  Builder: Paceship Yachts  ·  First built: 1962
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About the East Wind 24

Representing a practical approach to coastal sailing, this 24-foot sailboat emerged during an era when builders focused on creating affordable, seaworthy designs for everyday sailors. The East Wind 24 embodies the traditional values of solid construction and straightforward sailing characteristics that made smaller cruisers popular among weekend adventurers and new boat owners. With her modest dimensions, this sailboat strikes a balance between manageable size and reasonable interior space, making her well-suited for coastal cruising and day sailing adventures. The design reflects the practical thinking of builders who understood that not every sailor needed a racing thoroughbred or offshore passage maker – sometimes a reliable, honest boat was exactly what the market demanded. Her reputation centers around being a forgiving platform for developing sailing skills while still offering enough performance to keep experienced sailors engaged. The boat's design characteristics suggest she would handle typical coastal conditions with confidence, providing a stable ride in moderate seas. For sailors seeking an entry point into cruising or those wanting a simple, no-nonsense coastal companion, the East Wind 24 represents the kind of unpretentious sailing that builds lasting memories on the water.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 24.58 ft / 7.49 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 20.00 ft / 6.10 m
Beam 7.08 ft / 2.16 m
Max Draft 3.58 ft / 1.09 m
Displacement 4,600.00 lb / 2,087 kg
Ballast 2,000.00 lb / 907 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 316.00 ft² / 29.36 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer G. William McVay
Builder Paceship Yachts
First Built 1962
Last Built 1971
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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
18.33
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
24.51
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
1.71
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. 5.99
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
2.23
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. 505.95
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 33.5
J (Foretriangle Base) 8.5
P (Mainsail Luff) 28.7
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.1
SA Fore 142.38
SA Main 173.64
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