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  1. Island Packet 27

    Blue Jacket 40 Used Boat Review. Catalina 270 vs. The Beneteau First 265 Used Boat Match-Up. Ericson 41 Used Boat Review. Mason 33 Used Boat Review. ... The Island Packet 27 displaces as much as 3,000 pounds more than rival auxiliaries of her size and averages about 1,500 pounds heavier than the boats available in her class in 1980. Her big ...

  2. Thoughts on the ComPac 27 vs the Island Packet 27?

    Reversed actually.. The CP is a 'semi fin' SailboatData.com - COM-PAC 27/2 Sailboat and the IP has the cutaway full keel SailboatData.com - ISLAND PACKET 27 Sailboat. The Compac is lighter by 2000 lbs and has 3500 lbs ballast. The IP27 is 2,000 lbs. heavier but has only 4,000 lbs. ballast. Reply Like.

  3. Island Packet 27

    Boat Review Forum. SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, ... Sorry I really can't help with opinions of the other boats you listed except I would think the Island Packet 27 would be the best built of that group as far as being a solid cruiser.

  4. ISLAND PACKET 27

    It takes into consideration "reported" sail area, displacement and length at waterline. The higher the number the faster speed prediction for the boat. A cat with a number 0.6 is likely to sail 6kts in 10kts wind, a cat with a number of 0.7 is likely to sail at 7kts in 10kts wind. KSP = (Lwl*SA÷D)^0.5*0.5

  5. ISLAND PACKET 27 Detailed Review

    Built by Island Packet Yachts and designed by Robert K. Johnson, the boat was first built in 1984. It has a hull type of Long Keel and LOA is 8.08. Its sail area/displacement ratio 16.25. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by Yanmar, runs on Diesel. ISLAND PACKET 27 has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation ...

  6. Island Packet 27 vs Pacific Seacraft Orion

    87689 posts · Joined 1999. #1 · Apr 18, 2009. I am planning on purchasing a boat next Spring, and while I am still very open minded about what I will end up with, I believe that my top two choices are the Island Packet 27 and the Orion. My budget, for the boat itself, is $38,000. These are both "large" 27 footers, well built and are bluewater ...

  7. Island Packet 27

    Boat: 1962 Columbia 29 MK 1 #37. Posts: 14,760. Images: 67. Re: Island Packet 27. Welcome aboard TBD! I have no firsthand knowledge of IP27s but the builder has a good rep. For singlehanding I'd say it's a good choice, looking at the specs, but with a smaller boat stowing all the stuff you need will be the challenge.

  8. Island Packet 27

    The Island Packet 27 features the highly successful Island Packet design concept that combines a modern full keel with handsome traditional styling, a versatile, easily managed rig, and an unusually spacious interior. The moderate draft full keel or optional shoal keel with centerboard give the IP27 capability for bluewater passages as well as ...

  9. Island Packet 27

    The Island Packet 27 is an American sailboat that was designed by Robert K. Johnson as a cruiser and first built in 1984. [1] [2] [3] Production ... In a review, Richard Sherwood wrote of the design, "The keel model is standard, the centerboard version available at additional cost. The Packet is a cruiser, not intended for racing.

  10. Island Packet 27

    Island Packet 27. Hello, We have been looking for our first sailboat to buy for quite a few months now and have had some issues. We are now looking at an Island Packet 27. I love the boat. We have never sailed one (have sailed other boats this size, but are very different boats.). We have sailed a CAL 28, a Sabre 28. and a few other bigger boats.

  11. Island Packet 27

    May 24, 2004. 7,134. CC 30 South Florida. Apr 17, 2016. #2. Safety should be the primary consideration. I don't know where you may have read that but all indications dispute that statement. The IP -27 is a fine boat for coastal cruising and I would rather make some offshore passages on it than in other 30' production boats but my concern would ...

  12. Review of Island Packet 27

    The DL-ratio for Island Packet 27 is 283 which categorizes this boat among 'medium weight cruisers'. Heavy Light 31% 0 50 100. 31% of all similar sailboat designs are categorized as heavier. A heavy displacement combined with smaller water plane area has lower acceleration and is more comfortable.

  13. "Small big boats" under 27'

    Based on the boats listed, I'd go for the Catalina.The Island Packet is a sea slug under sail, the Caliber has an 11' beam and was built for creature comforts vs sailing and is also slower than advertised based on owner/surveyors feedback. The Catalina has a 9' beam/6 foot headroom and a very aerodynamic design for good handling under sail and more than adequate accommodations for the small ...

  14. Island Packet 27

    Island Packet 27 is a 26′ 6″ / 8.1 m monohull sailboat designed by Robert K. Johnson and built by Island Packet Yachts between 1984 and 1992. ... The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more. Formula. D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³ D: Displacement of the boat in ...

  15. Caliber 28 vs. Island Packet 27 vs. Com-Pac 27

    Caliber 28 vs. Island Packet 27 vs. Com-Pac 27. A couple years back I was lurking/posting here and got some great suggestions regarding living abroad and cruising. In the past two years we bought a small house, had a baby, and revised our plans. Rather than looking at a 37' to 42' cruisers, we are limiting our search for a first boat to smaller ...

  16. PS Boat Review: Island Packet Estero

    PS Boat Review: Island Packet Estero Island Packet's new shoal-draft cruising sailboat keeps it simple. By. Darrell Nicholson - Published: August 21, 2012 Updated: March 2, 2020. 0. ... a catboat-like center-boarder that quickly found a niche. The IP 26 eventually became the full-keel IP 27, which enjoyed a run of 249 hulls between 1984 and ...

  17. Common Issues With Island Packet Yacht Sailboats

    Island Packet sailboats are considered solid and well-built and have always used high-quality parts. However, age and design flaws cause problems like leaking port lights, fiberglass rot, keel separation, and electrical failures over time. In this article, we'll cover all of the common issues that Island Packet sailboats are known to suffer ...

  18. Are Island Packets Really That Slow?

    I am thinking about buying an Island Packet 27 or 31 to sail on Lake Michigan, days and weekends, mostly. Reading reviews and forums, I find massive disagreement about how bad they are in light winds and close to the wind.Some say they do fine, even in light winds; others say they are bathtubs with sails that can hardly tack. I know people have different kinds of preferences and biases for ...

  19. Island Packet 31 Used Boat Review

    1. The Island Packet 31's wide beam adds to her stability and interior space, while rugged construction offers many decades of cruising adventures. In the years since naval architect Bob Johnson founded Island Packet Yachts, he's developed quite a following. We've had many requests to review his boats, mostly from satisfied owners.

  20. Island Packet-are they worth it?

    This might be true when speaking about old 2 digit models or small new 3 digit models. New large 3 digit Island Packets (starting with IP 380 and progressively so from IP 420) are a dream to sail. They are reasonably fast, very stable, very comfortable close hauled in high waves.

  21. Island Packet 27 boats for sale

    Find Island Packet 27 boats for sale in your area & across the world on YachtWorld. Offering the best selection of Island Packet boats to choose from. ... Iconic Marine Boat Sales & Service | Washington, North Carolina. 2002 PDQ 32 Passage Maker. US$224,900. North Point Yacht Sales Southern Bay | Williamsburg, Virginia. 2023 Smoky Mountain ...

  22. Island Packet 27

    Posts: 1. Island Packet 27 - Cutter or Sloop? To IP27 owners... I'm looking at purchasing an IP27. It has been sailed as a sloop by the last owner, and looking around on-line, it looks as though almost half of the owners are doing the same. My question is: If the boat's mast and stay positions were all designed for a cutter, doesn't sailing it ...

  23. So are you really happy with your Island Packet?

    70 posts · Joined 2007. #1 · Apr 5, 2009. I'm considering purchasing my second sailboat. I have come across a 1983 26 foot Island Packet MKII that is available. In reading the various forums it is clear that most Island Packet owners love their boats; built strong, good quality, good customer support.

  24. Blue Jacket 40 Used Boat Review

    Blue Jacket 40 Used Boat Review Island Packet Yachts and designer Tim Jackett teamed up to create the Blue Jacket 40 performance-cruiser. By. Darrell Nicholson - Published ... People who start in small boats and trade up often view 27 feet as some kind of milestone, and rightly so. At around 27... Latest Blog. R. Tucker Thompson Tall Ship Youth ...