ALPA 9.50

About the ALPA 9.50

Thanks to 'rmanganaro' for providing important corrections. Sometimes attributed to S&S but actually designed 'in house'.

The Alpa 9.50 is a 31.17 ft masthead sloop designed and built by Alpa (ITA) in 1970, with the total number of hulls built remaining unverified. This Italian-built vessel features a displacement of 9800.0 lb and a beam of 9.71 ft, representing a specific era of European yacht construction.

Best for:

This boat suits coastal cruisers and owners seeking a manageable, moderately heavy displacement sloop with a comfortable motion profile indicated by a comfort ratio of 28.08. It is well-suited for those who prioritize a stable, traditional sailing experience over high-performance racing.

Bluewater capability:

With a displacement of 9800.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.82, the Alpa 9.50 demonstrates solid offshore stability and seaworthiness for protected coastal and nearshore passages. Its fin keel and moderate draft of 6.1 ft support capable handling in varied conditions, though its single-year production run limits the breadth of long-term bluewater fleet data.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include other early 1970s European fin-keel sloops of similar length and displacement, such as the Nauticat 31 or Beneteau First 31, which share similar beam and draft characteristics. These vessels are comparable due to their shared era, masthead sloop rig, and focus on balanced cruising comfort.