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Weekender 24
Designer: Sparkman & Stephens  ·  Builder: Tidewater Boats (Usa)  ·  First built: 1965
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About the Weekender 24

Designed with the casual sailor in mind, the Weekender 24 lives up to its name as a capable and approachable small cruiser well suited to protected coastal waters and relaxed weekend adventures. As the name suggests, this is a boat built around the idea of escaping for a night or two, offering enough accommodations to make short passages comfortable without the complexity of a larger offshore cruiser. The Weekender 24 appeals to sailors who prioritize simplicity and ease of handling over performance, making it a practical choice for couples or small families looking to explore bays, lakes, and coastal anchorages. Its manageable size means it can typically be trailered, expanding the range of destinations available to its owner without the commitment of a marina slip. While detailed specifications are limited, boats in this class are generally appreciated for their straightforward rigs and forgiving handling characteristics, traits that make them particularly attractive to newer sailors or those returning to the water after a long break. For anyone seeking an uncomplicated entry into cruising sailboat ownership, the Weekender 24 presents a compelling and accessible option.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 24.17 ft / 7.37 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 17.25 ft / 5.26 m
Beam 6.25 ft / 1.91 m
Max Draft 3.50 ft / 1.07 m
Displacement 2,060.00 lb / 934 kg
Ballast 1,120.00 lb / 508 kg
Ballast Type Iron
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Sparkman & Stephens
Builder Tidewater Boats (USA)
First Built 1965
Number Built 60
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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
54.37
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
179.16
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. 2.31 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 21.59
P (Mainsail Luff) 218.00 ft² / 20.25 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 179.16
How It Compares

vs. Columbia 24, Islander 24, Shark 24

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Dimensions
LOA
Weekender 24 ★
24.2 ft
Columbia 24
24.3 ft
Islander 24
24.0 ft
Shark 24
24.0 ft
LWL
Weekender 24 ★
17.3 ft
Columbia 24
18.0 ft
Islander 24
20.0 ft
Shark 24
20.0 ft
Beam
Weekender 24 ★
6.3 ft
Columbia 24
8.0 ft
Islander 24
7.8 ft
Shark 24
6.8 ft
Displacement
Weekender 24 ★
2 lbs
Columbia 24
4 lbs
Islander 24
3 lbs
Shark 24
2 lbs
Ballast
Weekender 24 ★
1 lbs
Columbia 24
1 lbs
Islander 24
1 lbs
Shark 24
675 lbs
Sail Area
Weekender 24 ★
Columbia 24
285 sq ft
Islander 24
294 sq ft
Shark 24
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Weekender 24 ★
Columbia 24
258 s/nm
Islander 24
237 s/nm
Shark 24
236 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Weekender 24 ★
Columbia 24
18.0
Islander 24
21.3
Shark 24
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Weekender 24 ★
54.4 %
Columbia 24
Islander 24
51.5 %
Shark 24
30.7 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Weekender 24 ★
Columbia 24
19.7
Islander 24
15.5
Shark 24
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Weekender 24 ★
Columbia 24
2.01
Islander 24
2.11
Shark 24
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Weekender 24 ★
179
Columbia 24
Islander 24
184
Shark 24
122
Hull Speed
Weekender 24 ★
Columbia 24
5.7 kts
Islander 24
6.0 kts
Shark 24
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