Eastward Ho 31
Description
The Eastward Ho 31 (also known as Eastward Ho Sr. 31) is a classic American bluewater-capable cruiser designed by Eldredge-McInnis (a respected naval architecture firm known for traditional, seaworthy designs). It was built in fiberglass by Portsmouth Yacht Co. / C. E. Ryder (USA) starting in 1959, with production continuing into the 1970s (exact end date unclear but a limited run). Some hulls were constructed in wood/steel/FG hybrids early on, but most are fiberglass with a long keel and masthead sloop rig (cutter versions exist). The boat is praised for its substantial displacement providing a comfortable, sea-kindly motion, generous sail plan for excellent light-air performance, solid construction, and suitability for coastal/offshore cruising or liveaboard use, with a reputation for durability and good handling in heavy weather.
Construction Details
| Designer | Eldredge-McInnis |
|---|---|
| Builder | Portsmouth Yacht Co. / C. E. Ryder (USA) |
| Length | 30.500 ft |
| LOA | 30.500 ft |
| LWL | 24.000 ft |
| Beam | 9.830 ft |
| Displacement | 11000 lb |
| Ballast | 3500 lb |
| Max Draft | 4.170 ft |
| Year Built | 1959 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 39 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 12.15 ft |
| p | 30.75 ft |
| e | 14.50 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 ft | 12.15 ft | 30.75 ft | 14.50 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Eastward Ho 31 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 30.75 ft - (9373 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 14.5 ft - (4420 mm) |
| Leech | * 33.32 ft - (10156 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 87.97 ° |
| Diagonal | * 33.53 ft - (10220 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | 222.65 ft² |
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Eastward Ho 31 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 32.68 ft - (9961 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 16.02 ft - (4883 mm) |
| Leech | * 28.5 ft - (8687 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 13.97 ft - (4258 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | 228.28 ft² |
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Eastward Ho 31 - GENOA
| Luff | * 38.81 ft - (11829 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 19.56 ft - (5962 mm) |
| Leech | * 36.57 ft - (11147 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 18.23 ft - (5557 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | 353.64 ft² |
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Eastward Ho 31 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 38.81 ft - (11829 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 21.87 ft - (6666 mm) |
| Foot | * 21.87 ft - (6666 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | 721.46 ft² |
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