Jeanneau Selection 37
Description
The Jeanneau Selection 37 is a French racer-cruiser sailboat designed by the Joubert-Nivelt firm specifically for the Tour de France à la voile inshore racing circuit, produced by Jeanneau from 1984 to 1991. With an LOA of 37 feet, it blends competitive speed with family cruising comforts in a lightweight fiberglass hull, fractional sloop rig, and fin keel with spade rudder for agile handling. Known for its long waterline, broad beam, and innovative deck layout (including dual companionways for crew flow), it accommodates up to 8 while delivering exhilarating performance in moderate winds. A total of 251 units were built, making it a sought-after used option for club racers or coastal sailors seeking value and versatility.
Construction Details
| Designer | Joubert-Nivelt |
|---|---|
| Builder | Jeanneau |
| Length | 36.000 ft |
| LOA | 37.240 ft |
| LWL | 29.330 ft |
| Beam | 10.670 ft |
| Displacement | 9980 lb |
| Ballast | 2422 lb |
| Max Draft | 6.250 ft |
| Year Built | 1984 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 38.90 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 12.10 ft |
| p | 43.80 ft |
| e | 16.40 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38.90 ft | 12.10 ft | 43.80 ft | 16.40 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Jeanneau Selection 37 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 43.8 ft - (13350 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 16.4 ft - (4999 mm) |
| Leech | * 45.95 ft - (14006 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 46.23 ft - (14091 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 368.49 ft² |
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Jeanneau Selection 37 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 32.59 ft - (9933 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 15.96 ft - (4865 mm) |
| Leech | * 28.42 ft - (8662 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115.04 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 13.92 ft - (4243 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.02 ° |
| Area | * 226.79 ft² |
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Jeanneau Selection 37 - GENOA
| Luff | * 38.7 ft - (11796 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 19.48 ft - (5938 mm) |
| Leech | * 36.46 ft - (11113 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 18.15 ft - (5532 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.03 ° |
| Area | * 351.18 ft² |
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Jeanneau Selection 37 - GENOA
| Luff | 37.5 ft - (11430 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 17.5 ft - (5334 mm) |
| Leech | 35.25 ft - (10744 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 135.04 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 16.34 ft - (4980 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.7 ° |
| Area | * 306.37 ft² |
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Jeanneau Selection 37 - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | * 38.7 ft - (11796 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 19.96 ft - (6084 mm) |
| Leech | * 35.6 ft - (10851 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 579 ft² |
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Jeanneau Selection 37 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 38.7 ft - (11796 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 21.78 ft - (6639 mm) |
| Foot | * 21.78 ft - (6639 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 716 ft² |
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