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Menhir
Designer: Christian Maury  ·  Builder: Lanaverre (Fra)  ·  First built: 1969
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About the Menhir

Standing stones inspired the name of this distinctive sailboat, and like its ancient namesakes, the Menhir represents enduring craftsmanship in yacht design. With limited technical specifications available in contemporary records, this vessel remains somewhat enigmatic within sailing circles, though its reputation among enthusiasts speaks to thoughtful engineering and seaworthy characteristics. Based on available information, the Menhir appears well-suited for coastal cruising and weekend sailing adventures. The boat's design philosophy emphasizes reliability and comfort over pure performance, making it an appealing choice for sailors seeking a dependable platform for exploring protected waters and nearshore environments. What sets the Menhir apart is its balanced approach to recreational sailing. The yacht demonstrates the kind of practical design thinking that prioritizes ease of handling and predictable sailing characteristics over cutting-edge performance features. This makes it particularly attractive to cruising sailors who value comfort and safety during extended time aboard. While comprehensive specifications remain elusive, the Menhir's enduring presence in the sailing community suggests a boat that delivers on the fundamental promise of enjoyable, accessible sailing. For buyers researching versatile coastal cruisers with proven seaworthiness, the Menhir deserves consideration despite its relatively modest documentation.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 15.58 ft / 4.75 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 14.44 ft / 4.40 m
Beam 6.30 ft / 1.92 m
Max Draft 2.79 ft / 0.85 m
Displacement 617.00 lb / 280 kg
Ballast 220.00 lb / 100 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/Cbrd.
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Christian Maury
Builder Lanaverre (FRA)
First Built 1969
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Performance Ratios
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
35.66
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
91.48
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. 1.95 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 0.98 ft / 0.30 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 131.00 ft² / 12.17 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 91.48
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Menhir ★
15.6 ft
Coronado 15
15.3 ft
Gloucester 16
15.6 ft
Wayfarer
15.8 ft
LWL
Menhir ★
14.4 ft
Coronado 15
Gloucester 16
14.0 ft
Wayfarer
14.8 ft
Beam
Menhir ★
6.3 ft
Coronado 15
5.7 ft
Gloucester 16
6.3 ft
Wayfarer
6.1 ft
Displacement
Menhir ★
617 lbs
Coronado 15
385 lbs
Gloucester 16
900 lbs
Wayfarer
372 lbs
Ballast
Menhir ★
220 lbs
Coronado 15
Gloucester 16
200 lbs
Wayfarer
Sail Area
Menhir ★
Coronado 15
139 sq ft
Gloucester 16
137 sq ft
Wayfarer
141 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Menhir ★
Coronado 15
42.1
Gloucester 16
23.6
Wayfarer
43.7
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Menhir ★
Coronado 15
4.3
Gloucester 16
8.4
Wayfarer
3.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Menhir ★
Coronado 15
Gloucester 16
2.59
Wayfarer
3.38
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Menhir ★
91
Coronado 15
77
Gloucester 16
Wayfarer
Hull Speed
Menhir ★
Coronado 15
4.8 kts
Gloucester 16
5.0 kts
Wayfarer
5.2 kts
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