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Konsort 29 Westerly
Designer: Laurent Giles  ·  Builder: Westerly Marine Ltd.  ·  First built: 1979
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About the Konsort 29 Westerly

Westerly Marine's Konsort 29 represents a compelling entry in the company's respected lineup of coastal cruising sailboats from the 1980s era. Built during Westerly's golden period of fiberglass construction, this 29-footer embodies the British builder's philosophy of creating sturdy, seaworthy vessels suitable for both weekend coastal sailing and extended cruising adventures. The Konsort 29 features Westerly's characteristic solid fiberglass hull construction, known for durability and longevity rather than racing performance. Her traditional lines and moderate displacement make her well-suited for comfortable coastal cruising, while maintaining enough stability for occasional offshore passages in capable hands. The boat's design prioritizes practical sailing characteristics over pure speed, appealing to cruising sailors who value reliability and comfort. Like other Westerly models of this vintage, the Konsort 29 likely offers a sensible accommodation layout maximizing space within her modest dimensions. Her moderate beam and conservative sail plan contribute to manageable sailing characteristics, making her accessible to couples or small crews seeking a dependable coastal cruiser. While not designed for competitive racing, she represents solid value for sailors prioritizing seaworthiness and British build quality in an affordable package.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.83 ft / 8.79 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.50 ft / 7.77 m
Beam 10.75 ft / 3.28 m
Max Draft 5.33 ft / 1.62 m
Displacement 9,211.00 lb / 4,178 kg
Ballast 3,200.00 lb / 1,451 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 391.00 ft² / 36.33 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Laurent Giles
Builder Westerly Marine Ltd.
First Built 1979
Last Built 1991
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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
14.28
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
22.72
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
2.05
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. 6.77
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
1.92
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. 979.48
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 37.5
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.25
P (Mainsail Luff) 31.3
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.5
SA Fore 210.94
SA Main 179.98
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