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True North 34
Designer: Stan Huntingford  ·  Builder: Windship Marine(Can)  ·  First built: 1974
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About the True North 34

Designed with a focus on capable coastal and offshore cruising, the True North 34 is a sailboat built to handle a range of conditions with confidence. As the name suggests, this vessel carries a purposeful, no-nonsense character suited to sailors who prioritize seaworthiness and dependability over flashy performance metrics. While detailed specifications for the True North 34 are limited in available records, the boat's design lineage points toward a well-rounded cruiser intended for extended passages and bluewater adventures. Sailors who have spent time aboard this model often appreciate its manageable size, which strikes a practical balance between comfortable liveaboard potential and ease of single or short-handed sailing. For those researching a cruising platform that can transition comfortably from protected coastal waters to more demanding offshore environments, the True North 34 warrants closer investigation. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek out existing owners and class communities, as firsthand accounts often reveal the nuances that formal specifications cannot capture. A thorough sea trial will be essential to fully appreciating what this boat brings to the water.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 34.50 ft / 10.52 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 30.50 ft / 9.30 m
Beam 11.00 ft / 3.35 m
Max Draft 5.50 ft / 1.68 m
Displacement 26,000.00 lb / 11,793 kg
Ballast 8,500.00 lb / 3,856 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long keel w/trans. hung rudder
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction FG
Designer Stan Huntingford
Builder Windship Marine(CAN)
First Built 1974
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Performance Ratios
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
32.69
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
409.1
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. 7.19 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 13.54
J (Foretriangle Base) 16.33 ft / 4.98 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 740.00 ft² / 68.75 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Yanmar
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 125 gals / 473 L
Water Capacity 150 gals / 568 L
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