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Evelyn 32
Designer: Bob Evelyn  ·  Builder: Fomula Yachts/C&C Yachts  ·  First built: 1983
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About the Evelyn 32

With limited documentation available, the Evelyn 32 represents one of those intriguing sailboats that appears in various marina slips and anchorages without widespread recognition or extensive records. This 32-foot sailing vessel likely emerged during an era when numerous smaller boatbuilders were creating practical cruising sailboats for the growing recreational sailing market. Based on typical design characteristics of boats from this size range and period, the Evelyn 32 would have been conceived as a coastal cruiser suitable for weekend sailing and short-term cruising adventures. The 32-foot length suggests a boat designed to balance livability with manageable sailing characteristics, making it appropriate for small crews or couples seeking comfortable accommodations without the complexity of larger vessels. While specific design details remain elusive, boats of this category typically featured moderate displacement hulls optimized for stability and comfort rather than pure performance. The Evelyn 32 would appeal to sailors prioritizing reliability and ease of handling over racing capabilities. For prospective buyers researching this model, the limited available information underscores the importance of thorough individual boat inspection and surveying, as each vessel's condition and configuration may vary significantly based on its particular history and maintenance.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 32.10 ft / 9.78 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.20 ft / 8.60 m
Beam 9.80 ft / 2.99 m
Max Draft 6.00 ft / 1.83 m
Displacement 4,500.00 lb / 2,041 kg
Ballast 2,000.00 lb / 907 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 441.00 ft² / 40.97 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG sandwich hull & deck
Designer Bob Evelyn
Builder Fomula Yachts/C&C Yachts
First Built 1983
Last Built 1985
Related Sailboats ["Sabre 32" · "J/32" · "Attalia 32 Jeanneau" · "Hunter 32 Vision" · "Oceanis 321 Beneteau"]
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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
 150
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
 25.96
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
 11.33
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
 2.38
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. 7.12
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
 5.89
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. 987.46
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 38.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 12.7
P (Mainsail Luff) 33.25
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.0
SA Fore 241.3
SA Main 199.5
How It Compares

vs. Attalia 32 Jeanneau, Hunter 32 Vision, J/32

This boat Similar boats
Dimensions
LOA
Evelyn 32 ★
32.1 ft
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
32.2 ft
Hunter 32 Vision
32.0 ft
J/32
32.0 ft
LWL
Evelyn 32 ★
28.2 ft
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
27.6 ft
Hunter 32 Vision
27.0 ft
J/32
27.5 ft
Beam
Evelyn 32 ★
9.8 ft
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
11.2 ft
Hunter 32 Vision
11.3 ft
J/32
11.4 ft
Displacement
Evelyn 32 ★
4 lbs
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
9 lbs
Hunter 32 Vision
11 lbs
J/32
9 lbs
Ballast
Evelyn 32 ★
2 lbs
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
3 lbs
Hunter 32 Vision
4 lbs
J/32
3 lbs
Sail Area
Evelyn 32 ★
441 sq ft
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
484 sq ft
Hunter 32 Vision
486 sq ft
J/32
484 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Evelyn 32 ★
150 s/nm
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
—
Hunter 32 Vision
177 s/nm
J/32
114 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Evelyn 32 ★
26.0
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
16.7
Hunter 32 Vision
15.4
J/32
18.9
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Evelyn 32 ★
—
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
35.6 %
Hunter 32 Vision
39.5 %
J/32
39.1 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Evelyn 32 ★
11.3
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
—
Hunter 32 Vision
24.4
J/32
27.5
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Evelyn 32 ★
2.38
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
—
Hunter 32 Vision
2.02
J/32
1.70
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Evelyn 32 ★
—
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
211
Hunter 32 Vision
258
J/32
132
Hull Speed
Evelyn 32 ★
7.1 kts
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
—
Hunter 32 Vision
7.0 kts
J/32
7.9 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Evelyn 32 ★
5.9
Attalia 32 Jeanneau
—
Hunter 32 Vision
1.9
J/32
—
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