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Vancouver 25
Designer: Robert B. Harris  ·  Builder: Vancouver 25 Yacht Co. Inc. (Can)  ·  First built: 1983
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About the Vancouver 25

Built during the mid-1980s by Vancouver 25 Yacht Co. Inc., this Robert B. Harris design represents a thoughtful approach to small boat cruising with traditional sailing characteristics. With only 28 hulls produced between 1983 and the end of production, the Vancouver 25 remains a relatively rare find in today's used boat market. The design emphasizes seaworthiness over speed, featuring a long keel configuration with transom-hung rudder that provides excellent tracking and directional stability. At 7,380 pounds displacement with 2,600 pounds of ballast, she carries enough weight to punch through choppy conditions while maintaining a reassuring motion at sea. The masthead sloop rig with 381 square feet of sail area delivers adequate power for coastal cruising without being overwhelming for a small crew. Harris designed this boat for serious coastal cruising rather than racing, evidenced by her conservative capsize screening formula of 1.75 and comfortable motion characteristics. The fiberglass construction provides durability and low maintenance, while the traditional long keel design appeals to sailors who prioritize seakindliness over performance. Her 6.24-knot hull speed suggests relaxed passage-making rather than spirited sailing, making her ideal for couples or small families seeking a capable pocket cruiser for protected waters and short coastal passages.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 29.00 ft / 8.84 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 21.67 ft / 6.61 m
Beam 8.50 ft / 2.59 m
Max Draft 4.00 ft / 1.22 m
Displacement 7,380.00 lb / 3,348 kg
Ballast 2,600.00 lb / 1,179 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 381.00 ft² / 35.40 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long keel w/trans. hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Robert B. Harris
Builder Vancouver 25 Yacht Co. Inc. (CAN)
First Built 1983
Number Built 28
Associations Vancouver Yacht Association
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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
 270
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
 16.13
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
 35.23
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
 323.77
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
 27.62
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
 1.75
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. 6.24 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
 1.51
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. 658.15 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. 16.13
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 33.60 ft / 10.24 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.10 ft / 3.38 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 28.80 ft / 8.78 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 13.50 ft / 4.11 m
SA Fore 186.48 ft² / 17.32 m²
SA Main 194.40 ft² / 18.06 m²
SA Total (100%) 380.88 ft² / 35.38 m²
Est. Forestay Length 35.39 ft / 10.79 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Model 1GM
Engine Type Diesel
Fuel Capacity 20 gals / 76 L
Water Capacity 54 gals / 204 L
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