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New York 36
Designer: William Cook  ·  Builder: W. D. Schock Corp.(Usa)  ·  First built: 1980
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About the New York 36

Built by W. D. Schock Corporation from 1980 to 1985, this William Cook-designed sailboat represents a thoughtful approach to coastal cruising and weekend sailing. With 88 hulls produced during its five-year production run, the New York 36 found favor among sailors seeking a manageable yet capable vessel for regional exploration. The boat's moderate displacement of 10,000 pounds paired with 4,200 pounds of ballast creates a balanced platform that offers both comfort and reasonable performance. Its fractional sloop rig and fin keel with spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling, while the 6.33-foot draft provides good upwind ability without limiting access to shallow anchorages. Cook's design emphasizes practicality over extreme performance, making this an excellent choice for coastal cruising, club racing, and extended weekend adventures. The comfortable 18.9 comfort ratio suggests pleasant motion at sea, while the sail area to displacement ratio of 22.48 indicates adequate power in light to moderate conditions. The hull's fiberglass construction ensures durability and relatively low maintenance. For sailors prioritizing a well-mannered boat that handles predictably in various conditions, the New York 36 offers an appealing combination of seaworthiness and accessibility that made it a respected choice during the early 1980s performance cruising boom.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 35.67 ft / 10.87 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 29.00 ft / 8.84 m
Beam 11.67 ft / 3.56 m
Max Draft 6.33 ft / 1.93 m
Displacement 10,000.00 lb / 4,536 kg
Ballast 4,200.00 lb / 1,905 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 650.00 ft² / 60.39 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer William Cook
Builder W. D. Schock Corp.(USA)
First Built 1980
Last Built 1985
Number Built 88
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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
 111
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
 22.48
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
 42
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
 183.05
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
 18.9
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
 2.17
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. 7.22 kn
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
 3.54
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. 1,209.25 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 22.36
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 42.90 ft / 13.08 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 12.80 ft / 3.90 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 46.50 ft / 14.17 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 16.00 ft / 4.88 m
SA Fore 274.56 ft² / 25.51 m²
SA Main 372.00 ft² / 34.56 m²
SA Total (100%) 646.56 ft² / 60.07 m²
Est. Forestay Length 44.77 ft / 13.65 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Volvo
Engine Model 2002
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 13
Fuel Capacity 20 gals / 76 L
Water Capacity 40 gals / 151 L
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