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Spindrift 15
Designer: Ray Greene  ·  Builder: Spindrift  ·  First built: 1979
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About the Spindrift 15

Designed as a nimble and accessible dinghy, the Spindrift 15 offers an approachable sailing experience well suited to day sailing, light coastal cruising, and introductory racing. Its compact size makes it an appealing choice for sailors looking to develop their skills on sheltered waters, lakes, and protected bays without the complexity of a larger keelboat. While detailed specifications for the Spindrift 15 are limited, boats in this class typically reward responsive helmsmanship and provide a lively, hands-on connection to wind and water. The relatively small platform encourages sailors to read conditions closely and develop genuine boat-handling fundamentals, making it a popular consideration for those entering the sport or looking for an uncomplicated weekend sailing option. The Spindrift 15's manageable scale also translates to ease of trailering, rigging, and maintenance, reducing the overhead that often comes with boat ownership. For anyone researching an entry-level or recreational dinghy that balances affordability with genuine sailing character, the Spindrift 15 presents a straightforward and rewarding option worth exploring further.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 14.50 ft / 4.42 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 13.83 ft / 4.22 m
Beam 6.00 ft / 1.83 m
Max Draft 3.00 ft / 0.91 m
Min Draft 0.33 ft / 0.10 m
Displacement 325.00 lb / 147 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 121.00 ft² / 11.24 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Centerboard Dinghy
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG Coremat
Designer Ray Greene
Builder Spindrift
First Built 1979
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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
41
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
3.29
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
3.49
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. 4.98
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. 296.5
How It Compares

vs. Caprice 15, Hunter 15, Skipjack 15

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Dimensions
LOA
Spindrift 15 ★
14.5 ft
Caprice 15
14.7 ft
Hunter 15
14.5 ft
Skipjack 15
14.6 ft
Beam
Spindrift 15 ★
6.0 ft
Caprice 15
6.0 ft
Hunter 15
6.5 ft
Skipjack 15
5.3 ft
Displacement
Spindrift 15 ★
325 lbs
Caprice 15
250 lbs
Hunter 15
340 lbs
Skipjack 15
340 lbs
Sail Area
Spindrift 15 ★
121 sq ft
Caprice 15
Hunter 15
107 sq ft
Skipjack 15
Performance
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Spindrift 15 ★
3.3
Caprice 15
2.7
Hunter 15
3.3
Skipjack 15
4.4
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Spindrift 15 ★
Caprice 15
57
Hunter 15
81
Skipjack 15
79
Hull Speed
Spindrift 15 ★
5.0 kts
Caprice 15
4.7 kts
Hunter 15
4.7 kts
Skipjack 15
4.7 kts
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