Islander 27
Description
Overview The Islander 27 is a classic fiberglass cruiser-racer designed by Alan S. Pendell and built by Islander Yachts (later under Tradewind Yachts) from 1969 to 1972. With approximately 200–250 hulls produced, it was part of Islander Yachts' early lineup, emphasizing balanced performance for coastal cruising, club racing (PHRF ~180–200), and weekend overnights for 4–5. Featuring a fin keel with spade rudder for agile handling, a masthead sloop rig, and solid construction, it's known for its stiff ride (41% ballast ratio), neutral helm, and seaworthiness in moderate conditions—stiff in 20+ knots but requiring early reefing. 4100 lbs. Disp. 20' LWL. 8' Beam. 4' Draft.
Construction Details
| Designer | Alan S. Pendel |
|---|---|
| Builder | Islander Yachts |
| Length | 26.625 ft |
| LOA | 26.580 ft |
| LWL | 20.000 ft |
| Beam | 8.000 ft |
| Displacement | 4100 lb |
| Max Draft | 4.000 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 31.16 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 10.33 ft |
| p | 26.58 ft |
| e | 12.37 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31.16 ft | 10.33 ft | 26.58 ft | 12.37 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 26.58 ft - (8102 mm) |
| Foot | * 12.37 ft - (3770 mm) |
| Leech | * 28.77 ft - (8769 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 87.98 ° |
| Diagonal | * 28.92 ft - (8815 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 5.25 in - (133 mm) |
| Area | * 170.23 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 26.26 ft - (8004 mm) |
| Foot | * 13.76 ft - (4194 mm) |
| Leech | * 22.68 ft - (6913 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 11.88 ft - (3621 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 11.95 ° |
| Area | * 156 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | 31.25 ft - (9525 mm) |
| Foot | 16.75 ft - (5105 mm) |
| Leech | 29.5 ft - (8992 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150.63 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 15.56 ft - (4743 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.35 ° |
| Area | * 243.19 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | 31.19 ft - (9507 mm) |
| Foot | * 16.76 ft - (5108 mm) |
| Leech | * 29.26 ft - (8918 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150.05 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 15.5 ft - (4724 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.01 ° |
| Area | * 241.74 ft² |
| Sail Type | ASYMMETRICAL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 31.19 ft - (9507 mm) |
| Foot | * 17.04 ft - (5194 mm) |
| Leech | * 28.69 ft - (8745 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 399 ft² |
| Sail Type | SPINNAKER |
|---|---|
| Stays | * 31.19 ft - (9507 mm) |
| MidGirth | * 18.59 ft - (5666 mm) |
| Foot | * 18.59 ft - (5666 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 493 ft² |
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