SHERPA

A
John Welsford
design

Length — 9’ 0”
Beam — 4’ 7”
Draft — 6” (d/b up)/
32” (d/b down)

Balanced lug rig
Sail Area — 43 sq ft

Power — up to 4 hp

In a world where most boats look alike, where do you find a boat that meets your real-world needs? Room, capacity, performance, just plain good looks—these are all factors we consider when choosing a small boat.

After many years of cruising, living aboard, and just plain messing around in boats, we’ve come across a design that seems to meet almost every need. Created by noted New Zealand designer John Welsford, Sherpa is aimed at providing a stable and roomy platform for transporting guests, provisions, rambunctious dogs and other necessities without worrying about rolling the gunwales under or taking a passing wake in the face. And when the delivery chores are over, Sherpa comes alive under oars or being easily driven by her balanced lug sail plan. Her twin oak skegs make her track like she’s on rails when rowing, too.

Whether your needs are for a serious yacht tender, or a weekend pocket beach cruiser, Sherpa will fit the bill: good looks and utility!

Read the Designer's Notes

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