Bristol 30 Tall Rig
Description
The Bristol 30 is a classic fiberglass sailboat designed by Halsey Herreshoff and built by Bristol Yachts in Rhode Island from 1968 to 1978, with approximately 300 units produced. It’s a full-keel cruiser known for its seaworthiness, sturdy construction, and balanced design, making it suitable for coastal cruising and occasional offshore passages. Distinct from the Bristol 29.9, it offers a slightly longer hull with a traditional layout, appealing to sailors seeking a reliable, affordable classic.
Construction Details
| Designer | Herreshoff, Halsey C. |
|---|---|
| Builder | Bristol Yachts |
| Length | 26.000 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 36.17 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 11 ft |
| p | 31.17 ft |
| e | 12.92 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36.17 ft | 11 ft | 31.17 ft | 12.92 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 31.17 ft - (9501 mm) |
| Foot | * 12.92 ft - (3938 mm) |
| Leech | * 33.04 ft - (10071 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 87.99 ° |
| Diagonal | * 33.32 ft - (10156 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 208.1 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 30.24 ft - (9217 mm) |
| Foot | * 14.45 ft - (4404 mm) |
| Leech | * 26.47 ft - (8068 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 12.65 ft - (3856 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | * 191.24 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 31 ft - (9449 mm) |
| Foot | 14 ft - (4267 mm) |
| Leech | 26.75 ft - (8153 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 109.55 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 12.05 ft - (3673 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 13.65 ° |
| Area | * 186.84 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 32 ft - (9754 mm) |
| Foot | 12.83 ft - (3911 mm) |
| Leech | 27.75 ft - (8458 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 100.36 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 11.04 ft - (3365 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 13.73 ° |
| Area | * 176.61 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | 35.75 ft - (10897 mm) |
| Foot | 16.58 ft - (5054 mm) |
| Leech | 33.25 ft - (10135 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 139.55 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 15.35 ft - (4679 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 5.26 ° |
| Area | * 274.45 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | 34 ft - (10363 mm) |
| Foot | 14.75 ft - (4496 mm) |
| Leech | 30.75 ft - (9373 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 121.27 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 13.34 ft - (4066 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 8.34 ° |
| Area | * 226.77 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | 35.92 ft - (10948 mm) |
| Foot | * 17.66 ft - (5383 mm) |
| Leech | * 33.91 ft - (10336 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 16.5 ft - (5029 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.97 ° |
| Area | * 296.34 ft² |
| Sail Type | ASYMMETRICAL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 35.92 ft - (10948 mm) |
| Foot | * 18.15 ft - (5532 mm) |
| Leech | * 33.05 ft - (10074 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 489 ft² |
| Sail Type | SPINNAKER |
|---|---|
| Stays | * 35.92 ft - (10948 mm) |
| MidGirth | * 19.8 ft - (6035 mm) |
| Foot | * 19.8 ft - (6035 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 605 ft² |
| Sail Type | STORMJIB |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 20.79 ft - (6337 mm) |
| Foot | * 8.15 ft - (2484 mm) |
| Leech | * 17.32 ft - (5279 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 60 % |
| Length Perp | * 6.6 ft - (2012 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 18.98 ° |
| Area | * 68.63 ft² |
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