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Surf
 ·  Builder: La Prairie  ·  First built: 1972
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About the Surf

Designed with approachable sailing in mind, the Surf is a compact and capable sailboat that appeals to beginners and recreational sailors looking for a fun, manageable experience on the water. While detailed specifications are limited, the Surf's name and general character suggest a boat built for inshore and coastal conditions, where lively performance and ease of handling take priority over long-distance passage-making. Boats in this category typically reward sailors who want to develop their skills without being overwhelmed by complexity, making the Surf a practical choice for those stepping up from dinghies or entering the world of keelboat sailing. Its likely modest size and straightforward rigging make it well-suited to day sailing on lakes, bays, and sheltered coastal waters. For prospective buyers, the Surf represents an entry point into sailboat ownership that balances affordability with genuine on-the-water enjoyment. Those researching this model would benefit from connecting with current owners or class associations to gain deeper insight into its handling characteristics, maintenance requirements, and any active racing or cruising community that may have formed around it.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 14.34 ft / 4.37 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 13.62 ft / 4.15 m
Beam 5.41 ft / 1.65 m
Max Draft 3.51 ft / 1.07 m
Min Draft 0.49 ft / 0.15 m
Displacement 243.00 lb / 110 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 129.00 ft² / 11.98 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Centerboard Dinghy
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Builder La Prairie
First Built 1972
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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
53.05
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
2.86
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
3.47
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. 4.95
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. 263.28
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