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Nassau 34
Designer: George Stadell Iii  ·  Builder: President Marine Ltd.  ·  First built: 1982
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About the Nassau 34

Designed for comfortable coastal and bluewater cruising, the Nassau 34 earned a modest but loyal following among sailors seeking a capable and affordable passage-maker. Built by Nassau Yacht Corporation in the 1970s, this full-keel sloop reflects the design philosophy of its era — prioritizing seakeeping, stability, and liveaboard comfort over racing performance. Her traditional lines and deep forefoot give her a reassuring motion in open water, making her a practical choice for extended coastal voyaging or cautious offshore passages. The Nassau 34 is often praised by her owners for her solid construction and roomy interior, which tends to offer more living space than many comparable boats of her vintage. While she won't win any races to windward, her hull form is forgiving and well-suited to the sailor who values predictability and comfort on longer passages. For buyers researching this model, the Nassau 34 represents an entry point into bluewater-capable cruising at a typically accessible price. As with any older fiberglass vessel, a thorough survey is essential, but well-maintained examples can offer excellent value for the budget-conscious cruising sailor.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.92 ft / 10.34 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.50 ft / 8.69 m
Beam 10.75 ft / 3.28 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 14,250.00 lb / 6,464 kg
Ballast 5,300.00 lb / 2,404 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 600.00 ft² / 55.74 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction FG w/balsa cored deck
Designer George Stadell III
Builder President Marine Ltd.
First Built 1982
Related Sailboats Aloha 34 · Rival 34 · Formosa 34 · Contest 34 · Hans Christian 34
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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
195
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
16.39
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
30.92
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
1.78
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. 7.15
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
How It Compares

vs. Aloha 34, Contest 34, Formosa 34, Hans Christian 34, Rival 34

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Dimensions
LOA
Nassau 34 ★
33.9 ft
Aloha 34
34.0 ft
Contest 34
34.0 ft
Formosa 34
34.0 ft
Hans Christian 34
34.0 ft
Rival 34
34.0 ft
LWL
Nassau 34 ★
28.5 ft
Aloha 34
28.7 ft
Contest 34
27.6 ft
Formosa 34
29.5 ft
Hans Christian 34
29.2 ft
Rival 34
24.8 ft
Beam
Nassau 34 ★
10.8 ft
Aloha 34
11.2 ft
Contest 34
11.2 ft
Formosa 34
11.8 ft
Hans Christian 34
11.0 ft
Rival 34
9.7 ft
Displacement
Nassau 34 ★
14 lbs
Aloha 34
13 lbs
Contest 34
16 lbs
Formosa 34
13 lbs
Hans Christian 34
19 lbs
Rival 34
11 lbs
Ballast
Nassau 34 ★
5 lbs
Aloha 34
4 lbs
Contest 34
7 lbs
Formosa 34
4 lbs
Hans Christian 34
7 lbs
Rival 34
4 lbs
Sail Area
Nassau 34 ★
600 sq ft
Aloha 34
531 sq ft
Contest 34
484 sq ft
Formosa 34
Hans Christian 34
676 sq ft
Rival 34
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Nassau 34 ★
195 s/nm
Aloha 34
Contest 34
186 s/nm
Formosa 34
Hans Christian 34
201 s/nm
Rival 34
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Nassau 34 ★
16.4
Aloha 34
15.0
Contest 34
12.1
Formosa 34
Hans Christian 34
15.0
Rival 34
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Nassau 34 ★
Aloha 34
34.6 %
Contest 34
Formosa 34
30.9 %
Hans Christian 34
37.1 %
Rival 34
39.5 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Nassau 34 ★
30.9
Aloha 34
27.9
Contest 34
34.4
Formosa 34
25.4
Hans Christian 34
40.2
Rival 34
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Nassau 34 ★
1.78
Aloha 34
1.88
Contest 34
1.76
Formosa 34
1.99
Hans Christian 34
1.64
Rival 34
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Nassau 34 ★
Aloha 34
257
Contest 34
Formosa 34
236
Hans Christian 34
349
Rival 34
347
Hull Speed
Nassau 34 ★
7.2 kts
Aloha 34
7.2 kts
Contest 34
7.0 kts
Formosa 34
7.3 kts
Hans Christian 34
7.2 kts
Rival 34
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Nassau 34 ★
Aloha 34
1.9
Contest 34
1.1
Formosa 34
Hans Christian 34
Rival 34
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