Back to Search
Island Packet 35
Designer: Bob Johnson  ·  Builder: Island Packet Yachts  ·  First built: 1988
+ Add to Compare
Videos
About the Island Packet 35

Built by Island Packet Yachts, this 35-footer represents the builder's commitment to creating seaworthy cruising sailboats designed for extended voyaging and comfortable coastal exploration. Island Packet earned a solid reputation among cruising sailors for constructing boats that prioritize safety, stability, and livability over pure performance. This mid-sized cruiser features the distinctive Island Packet design philosophy emphasizing a full keel configuration that provides excellent tracking and stability in various sea conditions. The boat's construction reflects the builder's focus on creating vessels capable of handling offshore passages while remaining manageable for couples or small crews. Known for generous interior volume relative to overall length, Island Packet designs typically offer comfortable accommodations that make extended cruising practical and enjoyable. The company's attention to details like robust hardware, quality joinery, and thoughtful layout design has made their boats popular among serious cruising sailors. While not built for racing speed, this sailboat excels in conditions where comfort, predictable handling, and seaworthiness matter most. The design appeals particularly to sailors planning coastal cruising adventures or those considering longer passages where reliability and crew comfort take precedence over pure sailing performance.

Featured in Keel Index Articles
Market Price Estimate Beta
Small sample size. This estimate is based on fewer than 5 listings and may not be representative of the true market. Use with caution.
$99,500 – $149,900
typical asking price
Median $149,000  ·  3 listings used
All listings
$99,500 – $149,900 3
Rate a listing price
$
About this estimate
  • Prices are based on recent asking prices from public listings — not actual sale prices, which are typically lower.
  • Condition is not factored in. A well-maintained boat with new sails and engine can be worth significantly more than a project boat of the same model.
  • Location affects price. Boats in landlocked states or areas with fewer buyers often sell for less than those on the coast.
  • Year of manufacture is not filtered. Older examples of this model will generally be priced lower than newer ones.
  • Included equipment varies widely. A boat with a full suite of electronics, dodger, and new standing rigging may command a large premium.
  • Outliers are automatically excluded using statistical filtering to improve accuracy, but some bad data may remain.
Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 35.33 ft / 10.77 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 30.00 ft / 9.14 m
Beam 12.00 ft / 3.66 m
Max Draft 4.50 ft / 1.37 m
Displacement 17,500.00 lb / 7,938 kg
Ballast 8,000.00 lb / 3,629 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 640.00 ft² / 59.46 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction FG
Designer Bob Johnson
Builder Island Packet Yachts
First Built 1988
Last Built 1994
Owner Reviews

No owner reviews yet — be the first to share your experience with this boat.

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
180
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
15.25
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
31.27
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
1.85
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. 7.34
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
1.68
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. 1.0
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 44.33
J (Foretriangle Base) 17.0
P (Mainsail Luff) 37.5
E (Mainsail Foot) 14.0
SA Fore 376.81
SA Main 262.5
Resources & Community
Find a Island Packet 35 For Sale