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Pogo 30
Designer: Finot-Conq  ·  Builder: Pogo Structures  ·  First built: 2013
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About the Pogo 30

French builder Pogo Structures has earned a reputation for creating performance-oriented cruising boats that blur the line between racing and recreational sailing, and the Pogo 30 exemplifies this philosophy perfectly. Designed by the renowned Finot-Conq team and first launched in 2013, this 30-footer delivers impressive speed potential with its modern hull form and efficient fractional sloop rig. The boat's most distinctive feature is its keel/centerboard configuration paired with dual rudders, a setup that provides excellent shallow-water capability while maintaining strong upwind performance. With a displacement of just 6,173 pounds and generous sail area of nearly 549 square feet, the Pogo 30 achieves a sail area-to-displacement ratio of 26.18, placing it firmly in performance cruiser territory. Construction utilizes fiberglass with PVC foam core, delivering a strong yet lightweight structure that contributes to the boat's spirited sailing characteristics. The extremely low comfort ratio of 11.44 reflects the design's emphasis on speed over accommodation space, making this boat ideal for coastal cruising, club racing, and weekend adventures where performance takes priority over creature comforts. Day sailors and racing enthusiasts will appreciate the responsive handling and impressive turn of speed this modern design delivers.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 30.00 ft / 9.14 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 30.00 ft / 9.14 m
Beam 12.14 ft / 3.70 m
Max Draft 8.20 ft / 2.50 m
Min Draft 3.44 ft / 1.05 m
Displacement 6,173.00 lb / 2,800 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 548.96 ft² / 51.00 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/CB w/dual rudders
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG, PVC foam
Designer Finot-Conq
Builder Pogo Structures
First Built 2013
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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
 26.18
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
 102.07
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
 11.44
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
 2.65
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 kn
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. 1,301.33 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Volvo
Engine Type Diesel; Saildrive
Horsepower 13
Fuel Capacity 10 gals / 38 L
Water Capacity 35 gals / 132 L
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