Rigging Dimensions
The four foretriangle measurements sailmakers need to quote a new suit.
I ?
48.50 ft
J ?
15.80 ft
P ?
48.00 ft
E ?
18.90 ft
Sail Area Breakdown
Calculated from rigging dimensions. Use these as your starting point when ordering a new suit.
| Sail | Area (ft²) | Area (m²) |
|---|---|---|
| MainsailP × E ÷ 2 | 453.6 | 42.1 |
| 100% ForetriangleI × J ÷ 2 | 383.2 | 35.6 |
| 150% GenoaTypical light-air headsail | 574.7 | 53.4 |
| Storm Jib~50% of foretriangle, high-cut | 191.6 | 17.8 |
| Symmetric SpinnakerEstimated from I, J | 1,379.3 | 128.1 |
| Total Working Sail AreaMain + 100% foretriangle | 836.8 | 77.7 |
Foretriangle Diagram
Drawn to scale from published I, J, P, E measurements — Cutter · Jim Young design
Performance Ratios
How the Young 12M carries its sail relative to its displacement.
SA/D Ratio
17.1
Moderate — comfortable coastal cruiser, not overcanvassed.
Mast Height (above DWL)
— ft
Air draft not published — measure yours before any bridge transit.
Ballast Ratio
—
Ballast ratio not published.
Typical Sail Inventory
What Young 12M owners usually carry and what's worth buying used vs. new.
Mainsail 453.6 ft²
Dacron cross-cut with 2 reef points is standard. Full-batten is a common upgrade.
Replace new
150% Genoa 574.7 ft²
The workhorse headsail. Most boats have one on a furler by now.
Replace new
110% Working Jib ~421 ft²
Good secondary sail for breezy days — used market is strong.
Buy used
Storm Jib 191.6 ft²
Bright orange recommended. Rarely used, hard to justify new.
Buy used
Asymmetric Spinnaker ~1,379 ft²
Popular downwind upgrade — easier than symmetric for shorthanded sailing.
Optional
Replacement Cost Estimator
Get a rough price range for a new mainsail and genoa for the Young 12M — Dacron, laminate, and cruising performance tiers.