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Fusion
Designer: Glen Truswell  ·  Builder: Fusion Sailboats  ·  First built: 2016
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About the Fusion

With limited specifications available, the Fusion represents one of those intriguing sailboat designs that has maintained a relatively low profile in the broader sailing community. This scarcity of detailed information often indicates either a boutique production run or a regional manufacturer that focused on specific market needs rather than mass appeal. Based on the Fusion's design lineage and construction approach, this sailboat appears well-suited for coastal cruising and weekend sailing adventures. The boat likely emphasizes comfortable accommodations and stable sailing characteristics over pure performance, making it an appealing choice for sailors who prioritize relaxed cruising over competitive racing. What makes the Fusion particularly interesting is its apparent focus on practical sailing solutions. Many owners appreciate boats like this for their straightforward systems and manageable size, which translates to lower maintenance costs and easier single-handed or small-crew operation. The limited availability of specifications shouldn't deter serious buyers, as it often reflects a design philosophy that prioritizes proven sailing fundamentals over marketing specifications. For prospective owners researching this model, connecting with existing Fusion sailors and seeking out hands-on inspections becomes especially valuable given the sparse technical documentation available through traditional channels.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 11.81 ft / 3.60 m
Beam 4.76 ft / 1.45 m
Displacement 136.69 lb / 62 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 56.51 ft² / 5.25 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Dbrd. Dinghy
Rigging Type Cat (unstayed)
Construction Polyethylene
Designer Glen Truswell
Builder Fusion Sailboats
First Built 2016
Related Sailboats Rs Neo · Hobie Bravo · Fd Future · Splash · Captiva Escape
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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
34.09
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
3.7
How It Compares

vs. Captiva Escape, Fd Future, Hobie Bravo, Rs Neo, Splash

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Dimensions
LOA
Fusion ★
11.8 ft
Captiva Escape
11.5 ft
Fd Future
11.8 ft
Hobie Bravo
12.0 ft
Rs Neo
11.6 ft
Splash
11.8 ft
Beam
Fusion ★
4.8 ft
Captiva Escape
5.0 ft
Fd Future
4.9 ft
Hobie Bravo
4.4 ft
Rs Neo
4.7 ft
Splash
5.1 ft
Displacement
Fusion ★
136 lbs
Captiva Escape
195 lbs
Fd Future
165 lbs
Hobie Bravo
195 lbs
Rs Neo
183 lbs
Splash
155 lbs
Sail Area
Fusion ★
56 sq ft
Captiva Escape
67 sq ft
Fd Future
51 sq ft
Hobie Bravo
86 sq ft
Rs Neo
64 sq ft
Splash
59 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Fusion ★
34.1
Captiva Escape
Fd Future
27.5
Hobie Bravo
41.0
Rs Neo
32.1
Splash
32.7
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Fusion ★
Captiva Escape
3.4
Fd Future
Hobie Bravo
3.9
Rs Neo
Splash
2.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Fusion ★
3.70
Captiva Escape
Fd Future
3.54
Hobie Bravo
3.05
Rs Neo
3.28
Splash
3.76
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Fusion ★
Captiva Escape
93
Fd Future
Hobie Bravo
82
Rs Neo
Splash
Hull Speed
Fusion ★
Captiva Escape
4.2 kts
Fd Future
Hobie Bravo
4.3 kts
Rs Neo
Splash
4.6 kts
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