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Lippincott 36
Designer: Howard Lippincott Jr.  ·  Builder: Riverton Boat Works  ·  First built: 1985
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About the Lippincott 36

Originally designed as a cruising sailboat in the late 1970s, this 36-footer emerged during an era when builders were focusing on comfortable, practical vessels for coastal and offshore sailing. The Lippincott 36 represents the thoughtful approach to sailboat design that characterized many boats of this period, emphasizing seaworthiness and livability over pure performance. While detailed specifications remain elusive, the boat's reputation among sailors suggests a solid, well-built vessel suitable for extended cruising. The design appears to strike a balance between sailing performance and interior comfort, making it appropriate for couples or small families looking to explore coastal waters or undertake longer passages. Built during a time when fiberglass construction was becoming refined, the Lippincott 36 likely benefits from robust layup techniques and quality hardware typical of boats from this era. Sailors who have owned these vessels often praise their stability and predictable handling characteristics, traits that make them appealing to both experienced cruisers and those transitioning to larger boats. The relative scarcity of these boats on today's market may reflect either limited production numbers or owners' reluctance to part with vessels that have proven themselves reliable cruising companions over the decades.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 36.00 ft / 10.97 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 30.00 ft / 9.14 m
Beam 11.08 ft / 3.38 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 12,500.00 lb / 5,670 kg
Ballast 5,600.00 lb / 2,540 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 606.00 ft² / 56.30 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Howard Lippincott Jr.
Builder Riverton Boat Works
First Built 1985
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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
144
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
18.07
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
24.68
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
1.91
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
2.75
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) 45.5
J (Foretriangle Base) 14.0
P (Mainsail Luff) 41.0
E (Mainsail Foot) 14.0
SA Fore 318.5
SA Main 287.0
How It Compares

vs. Cs 36 Merlin, S2 110 C, Sabre 36

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Dimensions
LOA
Lippincott 36 ★
36.0 ft
Cs 36 Merlin
36.0 ft
S2 110 C
36.0 ft
Sabre 36
36.0 ft
LWL
Lippincott 36 ★
30.0 ft
Cs 36 Merlin
29.2 ft
S2 110 C
28.3 ft
Sabre 36
29.3 ft
Beam
Lippincott 36 ★
11.1 ft
Cs 36 Merlin
11.5 ft
S2 110 C
11.9 ft
Sabre 36
11.3 ft
Displacement
Lippincott 36 ★
12 lbs
Cs 36 Merlin
13 lbs
S2 110 C
16 lbs
Sabre 36
13 lbs
Ballast
Lippincott 36 ★
5 lbs
Cs 36 Merlin
5 lbs
S2 110 C
6 lbs
Sabre 36
5 lbs
Sail Area
Lippincott 36 ★
606 sq ft
Cs 36 Merlin
608 sq ft
S2 110 C
625 sq ft
Sabre 36
610 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Lippincott 36 ★
144 s/nm
Cs 36 Merlin
126 s/nm
S2 110 C
Sabre 36
144 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Lippincott 36 ★
18.1
Cs 36 Merlin
17.7
S2 110 C
15.8
Sabre 36
17.5
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Lippincott 36 ★
24.7
Cs 36 Merlin
24.9
S2 110 C
29.8
Sabre 36
25.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Lippincott 36 ★
1.91
Cs 36 Merlin
1.96
S2 110 C
1.90
Sabre 36
1.91
Hull Speed
Lippincott 36 ★
7.3 kts
Cs 36 Merlin
7.2 kts
S2 110 C
7.1 kts
Sabre 36
7.3 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Lippincott 36 ★
2.8
Cs 36 Merlin
2.4
S2 110 C
1.5
Sabre 36
2.4
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