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Feeling 226
Designer: Phillipe Harlé  ·  Builder: Kirié (Fra)  ·  First built: 1987
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About the Feeling 226

Designed by Philippe Harlé and built by French manufacturer Kirié from 1987 to 1994, this compact 20-footer represents solid European craftsmanship in the small cruiser category. The Feeling 226's fiberglass construction and traditional fin keel with transom-hung rudder configuration deliver predictable handling characteristics that appeal to both novice and experienced sailors. With a displacement of 2,105 pounds and 838 pounds of ballast, this masthead sloop offers reassuring stability for coastal cruising and day sailing. The boat's 8.14-foot beam provides surprising interior volume for its size, while the moderate 3.48-foot draft allows access to shallow anchorages and launching ramps. Her 250 square feet of sail area generates respectable performance in light to moderate conditions. The Feeling 226's comfort ratio of 11.04 indicates a relatively stiff, quick motion that favors performance over luxury, making her well-suited for spirited day sailing and short coastal passages. Her capsize screening value of 2.54 falls within acceptable limits for near-shore sailing, though offshore ventures should be approached with caution given her modest size. This French-built pocket cruiser appeals to sailors seeking quality construction and European styling in an easily managed package.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 20.34 ft / 6.20 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 17.06 ft / 5.20 m
Beam 8.14 ft / 2.48 m
Max Draft 3.48 ft / 1.06 m
Displacement 2,105.00 lb / 955 kg
Ballast 838.00 lb / 380 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 250.00 ft² / 23.23 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Phillipe Harlé
Builder Kirié (FRA)
First Built 1987
Last Built 1994
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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
 24.41
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
 39.81
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
 189.26
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
 11.04
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
 2.54
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. 5.53 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. 496.19 pounds/inch
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