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Kings Cruiser 29
Designer: Tord Sunden  ·  Builder: Bellena Marine  ·  First built: 1968
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About the Kings Cruiser 29

Built during the late 1970s, this 29-foot sailboat represents a classic approach to coastal cruising from an era when simplicity and seaworthiness took precedence over modern amenities. Kings Marine designed the Cruiser 29 as a sturdy weekender capable of handling moderate coastal waters while providing comfortable accommodations for a small crew. The boat's traditional lines and moderate proportions suggest a design philosophy focused on stability and ease of handling rather than racing performance. Her full keel configuration would have provided good directional stability and forgiveness in varying sea conditions, making her well-suited for novice sailors transitioning to larger boats or experienced sailors seeking a reliable coastal cruiser. While detailed specifications remain scarce, the Kings Cruiser 29 likely featured the practical interior layouts typical of late-1970s production boats, with sleeping accommodations for four and basic galley facilities. The relatively short production run means finding one today requires patience, but owners who have maintained these boats often praise their solid construction and predictable sailing characteristics. For sailors seeking an affordable entry into classic fiberglass cruising boats, the Kings Cruiser 29 offers vintage charm with the durability expected from this era of boatbuilding.

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$14,500 – $14,500
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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.50 ft / 8.69 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.25 ft / 7.09 m
Beam 8.25 ft / 2.51 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Displacement 6,815.00 lb / 3,091 kg
Ballast 3,100.00 lb / 1,406 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 330.00 ft² / 30.66 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction Wood/FG
Designer Tord Sunden
Builder Bellena Marine
First Built 1968
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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
14.73
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
25.51
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
1.74
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. 6.46
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
1.86
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. 685.37
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 33.15
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.72
P (Mainsail Luff) 27.92
E (Mainsail Foot) 8.67
SA Fore 177.68
SA Main 121.03
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
28.5 ft
Columbia 29 Mkii
28.5 ft
Ericson 28
28.5 ft
Pearson 28 2
28.5 ft
LWL
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
23.3 ft
Columbia 29 Mkii
22.5 ft
Ericson 28
24.2 ft
Pearson 28 2
24.4 ft
Beam
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
8.3 ft
Columbia 29 Mkii
8.0 ft
Ericson 28
10.5 ft
Pearson 28 2
9.8 ft
Displacement
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
6 lbs
Columbia 29 Mkii
8 lbs
Ericson 28
7 lbs
Pearson 28 2
7 lbs
Ballast
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
3 lbs
Columbia 29 Mkii
4 lbs
Ericson 28
3 lbs
Pearson 28 2
2 lbs
Sail Area
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
330 sq ft
Columbia 29 Mkii
Ericson 28
422 sq ft
Pearson 28 2
384 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
Columbia 29 Mkii
Ericson 28
180 s/nm
Pearson 28 2
192 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
14.7
Columbia 29 Mkii
Ericson 28
17.7
Pearson 28 2
16.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
Columbia 29 Mkii
48.8 %
Ericson 28
40.0 %
Pearson 28 2
36.4 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
25.5
Columbia 29 Mkii
Ericson 28
19.9
Pearson 28 2
20.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
1.74
Columbia 29 Mkii
Ericson 28
2.15
Pearson 28 2
2.06
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
Columbia 29 Mkii
329
Ericson 28
237
Pearson 28 2
215
Hull Speed
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
6.5 kts
Columbia 29 Mkii
Ericson 28
6.6 kts
Pearson 28 2
6.6 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Kings Cruiser 29 ★
1.9
Columbia 29 Mkii
Ericson 28
2.3
Pearson 28 2
2.5
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