Peterson 35 (Ganbare 35 - 1 Ton)
Description
The Peterson 35, also known as the Ganbare 35, is a classic racer-cruiser sailboat designed by renowned naval architect Doug Peterson in 1973 as a production version of his One Ton Cup contender "Ganbare." Built in limited numbers (approximately 35 hulls) by Cooper Boatworks Ltd. and later Martin Yachts in Canada, it blends offshore racing pedigree with practical cruising amenities, making it a sought-after bluewater performer for its era. With a sleek fin-keel/spade-rudder configuration and generous sail area, it excels in light to moderate winds, achieving hull speeds of 7+ knots while offering a comfortable motion for coastal or transoceanic passages. At 35 feet, it's trailerable with effort but shines as a liveaboard or club racer, with a bright interior featuring a U-shaped galley, nav station, and V-berth forward for 4–6 crew. Though out of production, it's prized for its solid fiberglass construction and Doug Peterson's IOR-influenced lines—fast yet forgiving.
Construction Details
| Designer | Doug Peterson |
|---|---|
| Builder | Cooper Boatworks Ltd. |
| Length | 35.450 ft |
| LOA | 35.450 ft |
| LWL | 28.500 ft |
| Beam | 11.250 ft |
| Displacement | 13200 lb |
| Ballast | 6500 lb |
| Max Draft | 6.250 ft |
| Year Built | 1973 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 47 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 15.30 ft |
| p | 42 ft |
| e | 12.75 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 ft | 15.30 ft | 42 ft | 12.75 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Peterson 35 (Ganbare 35 - 1 Ton) - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 42 ft - (12802 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 12.75 ft - (3886 mm) |
| Leech | * 43.19 ft - (13164 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 43.46 ft - (13247 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 276.7 ft² |
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Peterson 35 (Ganbare 35 - 1 Ton) - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 39.54 ft - (12052 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 20.33 ft - (6197 mm) |
| Leech | * 34.23 ft - (10433 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115.03 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 17.6 ft - (5364 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.02 ° |
| Area | * 347.91 ft² |
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Peterson 35 (Ganbare 35 - 1 Ton) - GENOA
| Luff | * 46.96 ft - (14313 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 24.76 ft - (7547 mm) |
| Leech | * 44.11 ft - (13445 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 22.95 ft - (6995 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.01 ° |
| Area | * 538.88 ft² |
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Peterson 35 (Ganbare 35 - 1 Ton) - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | 48 ft - (14630 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 26 ft - (7925 mm) |
| Leech | 45 ft - (13716 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 936 ft² |
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