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Feeling 32
Designer: Michel Joubert/Patrick Roseo  ·  Builder: Kirie (Fra)  ·  First built: 1999
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About the Feeling 32

Designed by the renowned French duo Michel Joubert and Patrick Roseo, this 32-footer represents thoughtful coastal cruising design from the late 1990s. Built by Kirie in France starting in 1999, the Feeling 32 showcases the clean lines and practical layout philosophy that made French builders influential in the cruising market. The hull features a modern fin keel with spade rudder configuration, providing responsive handling while maintaining the stability needed for comfortable cruising. With a fractional sloop rig and moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio of 20.51, this boat strikes a nice balance between performance and ease of handling. The generous beam of 11.22 feet translates to spacious accommodations below, while the 5.41-foot draft allows access to most coastal anchorages without venturing into shoal-draft territory. The comfort ratio of 18.75 indicates this design prioritizes seakindly motion over pure speed, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and weekend getaways rather than competitive racing. The capsize screening formula of 2.16 suggests adequate stability for coastal waters, though serious offshore passages would require careful weather planning. With its reliable 19-horsepower auxiliary engine and fiberglass construction, the Feeling 32 offers solid value for sailors seeking European styling and practical cruising capabilities.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 32.64 ft / 9.95 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.54 ft / 8.70 m
Beam 11.22 ft / 3.42 m
Max Draft 5.41 ft / 1.65 m
Displacement 9,039.00 lb / 4,100 kg
Ballast 2,811.00 lb / 1,275 kg
Ballast Type Iron
Sail Area (Reported) 554.34 ft² / 51.50 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Michel Joubert/Patrick Roseo
Builder Kirie (FRA)
First Built 1999
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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
 20.51
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
 31.1
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
 173.58
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
 18.75
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
 2.16
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. 7.16 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. 1,144.18 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 19
Fuel Capacity 18 gals / 70 L
Water Capacity 53 gals / 200 L
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