North Star 1000
Description
The North Star 1000 is a classic fiberglass masthead sloop designed by the prestigious firm Sparkman & Stephens (design #2098-C6) and built by North Star Yachts Ltd. (later Hughes Boatworks) in Canada from 1973 to 1977. Approximately 40 units were produced, evolving from an IOR 1/2-ton racer (related to the S&S 30 and Sagitta 30) into a versatile coastal cruiser with a taller coachroof and modified deck for added comfort. Featuring a fin keel with skeg-hung rudder for protected steering and balanced handling, it's praised for its seaworthiness, responsive performance in breezes, and solid construction—ideal for couples or small families on day sails or short passages. The interior is cozy under a raised coachroof: V-berth forward, U-shaped galley, saloon with convertible settees (sleeps 4), enclosed head, and quarter berth aft.
Construction Details
| Designer | Sparkman and Stephens |
|---|---|
| Builder | North Star Yachts Ltd. |
| Length | 29.920 ft |
| LOA | 29.920 ft |
| LWL | 22.670 ft |
| Beam | 9.500 ft |
| Displacement | 8000 lb |
| Ballast | 3710 lb |
| Max Draft | 5.300 ft |
| Year Built | 1973 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 38 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 12.50 ft |
| p | 34 ft |
| e | 9.50 ft |
| p2 | 27.75 ft |
| e2 | 9.75 ft |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38 ft | 12.50 ft | 34 ft | 9.50 ft | 27.75 ft | 9.75 ft | - | - |
Sails
North Star 1000 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 34 ft - (10363 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 9.5 ft - (2896 mm) |
| Leech | * 34.78 ft - (10601 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 34.98 ft - (10662 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4.5 in - (114 mm) |
| Area | * 166.93 ft² |
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North Star 1000 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 32 ft - (9754 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 16.64 ft - (5072 mm) |
| Leech | * 27.66 ft - (8431 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115.04 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 14.38 ft - (4383 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | * 230.09 ft² |
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North Star 1000 - GENOA
| Luff | * 38 ft - (11582 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 20.25 ft - (6172 mm) |
| Leech | * 35.68 ft - (10875 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 18.75 ft - (5715 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.97 ° |
| Area | * 356.28 ft² |
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North Star 1000 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 38 ft - (11582 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 22.5 ft - (6858 mm) |
| Foot | * 22.5 ft - (6858 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 727 ft² |
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