APHRODITE 29/291
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 29.2 ft |
| LWL | 22.97 ft |
| Beam | 8.86 ft |
| Draft | 5.41 ft |
| Displacement | 5,071 lb |
| Ballast | 2,204.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.4 kn |
About the APHRODITE 29/291
First called APHRODITE 29 and then AHPRODITE 291 (1982). Available in various stages of construction. Later, the tooling was adapted for use in the construction of the HANSE 291.
Designed by Carl Beyer and built by Rex Marin (SWE), the Aphrodite 29/291 is a compact fractional sloop with a production run of 100 hulls in 1980. With a displacement of 5071.0 lb and a beam of 8.86 ft, it offers a balanced performance profile for its era.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend racers who prioritize manageable size and fractional rig performance over heavy bluewater displacement. Its dimensions and rig type make it ideal for single-handers or couples seeking a responsive, easy-to-handle package.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.07 and a displacement of 5071.0 lb, the Aphrodite 29/291 is primarily suited for protected coastal waters rather than extended offshore passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Cal 29 and O'Day 28, which share similar beam widths and fractional sloop rigs from the late 1970s and early 1980s. These vessels offer similar cockpit layouts and performance characteristics for coastal sailing.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 29.2ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the APHRODITE 29/291yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
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