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Golif Jouet
Designer: P. Jouët & Cie  ·  Builder: Jouët  ·  First built: 1961
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About the Golif Jouet

With limited specifications available in current databases, the Golif Jouet represents one of those intriguing sailboat designs that has maintained a relatively low profile in the broader sailing community. Based on the name "Jouet," which means "toy" in French, this appears to be a French-designed vessel, likely from a smaller boatyard or custom builder rather than a major production manufacturer. The scarcity of detailed information suggests the Golif Jouet was either produced in limited numbers or represents a regional design that didn't achieve widespread international distribution. This type of boutique sailboat often appeals to sailors who appreciate unique craftsmanship and distinctive design elements that set their vessel apart from more common production boats. French sailboat designs traditionally emphasize seaworthiness and practical sailing characteristics, making them well-suited for coastal cruising and potentially offshore passages depending on size and construction. Without comprehensive specifications readily available, prospective buyers should conduct thorough inspections and seek out owner experiences to fully understand the boat's capabilities, condition, and suitability for their intended sailing activities. The limited documentation makes professional surveys particularly important when considering a Golif Jouet purchase.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 21.32 ft / 6.50 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 19.42 ft / 5.92 m
Beam 7.41 ft / 2.26 m
Max Draft 3.15 ft / 0.96 m
Displacement 2,866.00 lb / 1,300 kg
Ballast 1,058.00 lb / 480 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 232.00 ft² / 21.55 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer P. Jouët & Cie
Builder Jouët
First Built 1961
Last Built 1967
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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
18.44
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
15.37
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
2.09
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. 5.91
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
3.21
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. 514.18
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 27.25
J (Foretriangle Base) 8.5
P (Mainsail Luff) 25.16
E (Mainsail Foot) 9.25
SA Fore 115.81
SA Main 116.37
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