Double-enders have long been held in high esteem as seakeepers, from Viking longships to pinky schooners and North Sea Pilot cutters. It shouldn’t be surprising, then, to see this remarkably small variation on a theme. There is considerably more boat here than meets the eye, for, like the 24′ Fenwick Williams yawl, this boat would not only be fast and weatherly, but also remarkably spacious below.
21′2″ Alden Double-Ended Sloop Design Details
DESCRIPTION
Hull type: Round-bottomed double-ender
Rig: Gaff or marconi sloop
Construction: Carvel planked over steamed frames
Alternative construction: Cold-molded, strip
Headroom/cabin (between beams): about 4′2″
PERFORMANCE
Suitable for: Open ocean
Intended capacity: 2-4 daysailing, 2 cruising
Trailerable: With difficulty
Propulsion: Sail w/auxiliary
Speed (knots): 3-5
BUILDING DATA
Skill needed: Advanced
Lofting required: Yes
PLANS DATA
No. of sheets: 7
Level of detail: Average
Cost per set: $135.00
WB Plan No. 1
Related Publications:
WoodenBoat No. 40
Particulars
LOA: 21′2″
LWL: 18′7″
Beam: 7′0″
Draft: 3′0″
Displacement: 4,635 lbs.
Sail Area:
Gaff 280 sq. ft.
Marconi 282 Sq ft.