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Elizabethan 29
Designer: C. R. Holman  ·  Builder: Peter Webster Ltd. (Uk)  ·  First built: 1960
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About the Elizabethan 29

Designed by C. R. Holman and built by Peter Webster Ltd. in the UK starting in 1960, this classic 29-footer represents solid British boatbuilding from the early days of fiberglass construction. With her traditional proportions and moderate displacement of 7,280 pounds, the Elizabethan 29 strikes a balanced approach between performance and comfort that characterizes many boats of her era. The masthead sloop rig and fin keel configuration provide respectable sailing performance, while the substantial ballast-to-displacement ratio of 43% ensures good stability and seaworthiness. Her comfort ratio of 33.83 suggests she'll provide a relatively easy motion at sea, making her well-suited for coastal cruising and weekend adventures. The modest sail area keeps her manageable for small crews, while the deep draft of over four feet means she'll track well and point respectably to windward. Built during the transition period when production boatbuilders were moving from wood to fiberglass, the Elizabethan 29 embodies the conservative design philosophy that prioritized seaworthiness over pure speed. She represents an excellent choice for sailors seeking a traditional cruising boat with proven offshore capabilities and the charm of 1960s British yacht design.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 29.00 ft / 8.84 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 20.00 ft / 6.10 m
Beam 7.50 ft / 2.29 m
Max Draft 4.17 ft / 1.27 m
Displacement 7,280.00 lb / 3,302 kg
Ballast 3,136.00 lb / 1,422 kg
Ballast Type Iron
Sail Area (Reported) 320.00 ft² / 29.73 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer C. R. Holman
Builder Peter Webster Ltd. (UK)
First Built 1960
Associations Elizabethan Owners Association
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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
 13.67
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
 43.08
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
 406.25
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
 33.83
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
 1.55
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 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. 535.97 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 20 gals / 76 L
Water Capacity 15 gals / 57 L
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