Built by Endeavour Yachts in Australia starting in 1974, this 28-footer represents classic Australian yacht design philosophy from the mid-1970s era. Designer Reg Gardner created a well-balanced coastal cruiser that emphasizes seaworthiness and practicality over pure performance. The boat's traditional fin keel and skeg-mounted rudder configuration provides reliable tracking and good directional stability, making it forgiving for newer sailors while remaining capable in challenging conditions. With a displacement of 7,015 pounds and substantial ballast-to-displacement ratio, the Endeavour 28 Aus carries herself well through choppy seas and offers reassuring stability. The masthead sloop rig generates 436 square feet of working sail area, delivering respectable performance for coastal cruising and weekend sailing. Her moderate sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 19.1 suggests she's built more for comfort and reliability than racing speed, though she'll keep pace with similar cruising boats. The comfort ratio of 22.15 indicates a motion that favors seakindliness over quick response to waves, while the capsize screening value of 1.96 falls within acceptable ranges for coastal and near-offshore sailing. This fiberglass construction yacht suits sailors seeking a traditional, well-mannered cruiser capable of handling Australia's diverse coastal conditions with confidence.
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