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Eastwind 44
Designer: Olle Blomqvist  ·  Builder: Limimetalli  ·  First built: 1986
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About the Eastwind 44

Designed by Swedish naval architect Olle Blomqvist and built by Finnish yard Limimetalli starting in 1986, this steel-hulled cruising sailboat represents Nordic craftsmanship at its finest. The masthead ketch rig configuration provides excellent sail handling options and balanced performance, making it particularly appealing for serious offshore cruising and long-distance voyaging. With its substantial displacement of nearly 49 tons and deep 10.5-foot draft, this vessel offers the stability and seaworthiness that blue-water sailors demand. The steel construction ensures durability in challenging conditions while providing peace of mind during extended passages. The keel/centerboard configuration combines the tracking ability of a fixed keel with the shallow-water versatility of a lifting board, opening up more anchoring possibilities in remote cruising grounds. The impressive comfort ratio of 118.57 indicates a motion that favors comfort over speed, while the conservative capsize screening formula of 1.2 demonstrates excellent stability characteristics for offshore work. At nearly 44 feet overall with a generous 13.78-foot beam, the design provides ample interior volume for extended cruising comfort. This is a serious cruising yacht built for sailors who prioritize safety, comfort, and reliability over racing performance.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 43.90 ft / 13.38 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 36.09 ft / 11.00 m
Beam 13.78 ft / 4.20 m
Max Draft 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
Min Draft 7.22 ft / 2.20 m
Displacement 97,002.00 lb / 43,999 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/Cbrd.
Rigging Type Masthead Ketch
Construction Steel
Designer Olle Blomqvist
Builder Limimetalli
First Built 1986
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Performance Ratios
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
921.24
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
118.57
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
1.2
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. 8.05 kn
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. 1,776.98 pounds/inch
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