APHRODITE 25
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 24.93 ft |
| LWL | 21.65 ft |
| Beam | 9.35 ft |
| Draft | 4.92 ft |
| Displacement | 3,968 lb |
| Ballast | 1,874.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.2 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 27.89 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 9.51 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 30.19 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 9.51 ft |
| FLforestay | 9.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 287.7 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 132.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 225.4 sq ft |
About the APHRODITE 25
Volvo or BMW aux. were available as options. Early boats had lead ballast.
Designed by Carl Beyer and built by Boo Marin (SWE) from 1976–1987, the Aphrodite 25 is a compact fractional sloop with 150 hulls produced. Its lightweight displacement of 3968.0 lb and D/L ratio of 174.56 indicate a performance-oriented design that prioritizes speed over heavy seakeeping.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and club racers who value agility and ease of single-handed handling, given its manageable beam of 9.35 ft and fractional rig. It is less ideal for heavy-weather offshore passage-making due to its light displacement and moderate comfort ratio of 13.79.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.37 and a fin keel, the Aphrodite 25 has limited bluewater capability and is best suited for protected coastal waters rather than extended offshore passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the O'Day 25 and Catalina 25, which share similar dimensions and fractional sloop rigs from the same era. These boats are comparable because they target the same market of affordable, trailerable cruisers with moderate performance characteristics.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.1 | 4.9 | 5.5 | 5.8 | 6.0 | 6.1 | 6.2 |
| 60° | 4.4 | 5.2 | 5.7 | 6.0 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.4 |
| 75° | 4.6 | 5.5 | 5.9 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.6 | 6.9 |
| 90° | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.6 | 7.0 |
| 110° | 5.0 | 5.8 | 6.2 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.4 |
| 120° | 4.7 | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.7 |
| 135° | 4.3 | 5.3 | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.8 |
| 150° | 3.7 | 4.6 | 5.5 | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.4 |
| Beat VMG | 2.7 | 3.2 | 3.7 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
| Run VMG | 3.2 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 5.4 | 5.9 | 6.2 | 6.9 |
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 24.93ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
10 reported issues across 7 systems for the APHRODITE 25, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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