BRIDGES POINT 24

About the BRIDGES POINT 24

SA main: 178 ft² SA jib: 100 ft² Auxillary power options of either an electric, outboard well, outboard bracket, or Yanmar inboard diesel. Available in either Weekender or Daysailer versions. The photo is of the long cabin Weekender. Ballast for the Weekender is 2,100 lbs. Available with a gaff rig. Sail area: 307 ft²

Designed by Joel White and built by Bridges Point Boatyard in the USA, the Bridges Point 24 is a compact fractional sloop with a production run of 80 hulls completed in 1985. This single-year production model offers a lightweight displacement of 3944.0 lb and a beam of 7.75 ft, resulting in a performance-oriented D/L ratio of 270.56.

Best for:

This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend racers who prioritize speed and ease of handling over heavy offshore comfort, as indicated by its low comfort ratio of 19.65 and high SA/D ratio of 17.87. It is well-suited for single-handers or couples seeking a manageable 24.0 ft LOA package with a shallow max draft of 3.42 ft.

Bluewater capability:

With a capsize ratio of 1.96 and a full/long keel, the boat possesses reasonable offshore stability, but its low displacement of 3944.0 lb and single-year production suggest it is best limited to protected coastal waters rather than extended bluewater passages.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the Cal 24 and O'Day 23, which share similar dimensions and fractional sloop rigs from the mid-1980s. These vessels are comparable due to their similar displacement ranges and target market of entry-level cruisers, though the Bridges Point 24 distinguishes itself with Joel White's specific hull form.