Paceship Chance 32/28
Description
The Chance 32 (also known as the Chance 32/28) is a classic recreational keelboat designed by renowned American naval architect Britton Chance Jr. in the early 1970s. It was created as an International Offshore Rule (IOR) 3/4-ton racer-cruiser, blending competitive racing performance with coastal cruising capabilities. The design reflects the IOR era's emphasis on speed and stability, with a unique hull shape where the waterline length is 28 feet (hence the "/28" designation), allowing for efficient displacement while the overall length is 32 feet. Built primarily in fiberglass, the Chance 32 is known for its sturdy hand-laid construction and responsive handling, though its IOR-influenced rig can be demanding for short-handed sailing. Production was limited, with about 61 boats built before it went out of production in the late 1970s. Today, it's a sought-after vintage sailboat for enthusiasts of classic racers, with used prices typically ranging from $15,000–$30,000 depending on condition. It's trailerable with modifications but excels as a liveaboard or club racer. While not a blue water heavyweight like the Westsail 32, its stability and seaworthiness make it suitable for coastal passages and moderate offshore racing. LWL 27.75 Beam 10 Draft: Fin Keel 5.75 Displacement 12025 Ballast 4680
Construction Details
| Designer | Britton Chance |
|---|---|
| Builder | Paceship Yachts |
| Length | 32.062 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 41.67 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 13.02 ft |
| p | 37.02 ft |
| e | 10.12 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41.67 ft | 13.02 ft | 37.02 ft | 10.12 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 37.02 ft - (11284 mm) |
| Foot | * 10.12 ft - (3085 mm) |
| Leech | * 37.74 ft - (11503 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 38.04 ft - (11595 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4.5 in - (114 mm) |
| Area | * 191.47 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 34.93 ft - (10647 mm) |
| Foot | * 17.18 ft - (5236 mm) |
| Leech | * 30.44 ft - (9278 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 114.98 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 14.97 ft - (4563 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.02 ° |
| Area | * 261.48 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 41.47 ft - (12640 mm) |
| Foot | * 20.97 ft - (6392 mm) |
| Leech | * 39.07 ft - (11909 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 19.53 ft - (5953 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.99 ° |
| Area | * 404.99 ft² |
| Sail Type | SPINNAKER |
|---|---|
| Stays | * 41.47 ft - (12640 mm) |
| MidGirth | * 23.44 ft - (7145 mm) |
| Foot | * 23.44 ft - (7145 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 826 ft² |
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