CAPE COD 896
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 35.43 ft |
| LWL | 23.25 ft |
| Beam | 8.96 ft |
| Draft | 4.76 ft/ 1.48 ft min |
| Displacement | 3,196.7 lb |
| Ballast | 903.9 lb |
| Material | 29’ 5”8.96 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 275.56 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 150.69 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 430.56 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Fuel | 6.6 L |
| CE category | About108 000€(2020) |
About the CAPE COD 896
Pivoting centerboard and rudder. Retractable bowsprit. Also available with 14 hp Nanni diesel. Optional deep centerboard: 1.85 m / 6.07 ft. Sail area: -Main: 25.6 m² / 275.5 ft² -Optional main: 30.5 m² / 382.3 ft² -Jib: 14 m² / 150.7 ft² -Optional jib: 15.6 m² / 167.9 ft² -Gennaker: 40 m² / 430.5 ft²
The Cape Cod 896 is a lightweight, performance-oriented 35.43 ft fractional sloop designed by Hervé Nollet and Clément Salzes and built by Rosewest (FRA) starting in 2010. With a displacement of 3196.7 lb and a low D/L ratio of 113.55, this vessel prioritizes speed and agility over heavy displacement comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and weekend racers who value high performance and easy handling, particularly those comfortable with a light displacement hull that responds quickly to wind and helm.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 3196.7 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.44, the Cape Cod 896 is designed for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than heavy offshore passage-making, as its light weight may feel tender in extreme conditions.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other modern European performance cruisers from the 2010s with similar fractional rigs and low displacement, such as the Beneteau First 36 or J/36, which share the emphasis on sailing dynamics over heavy bluewater stability.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(2 certificates)
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 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.9 | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.6 | 6.6 |
| 60° | 5.2 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| 75° | 5.4 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.3 |
| 90° | 5.4 | 6.2 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.8 |
| 110° | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.3 | 8.8 |
| 120° | 4.8 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.8 | 8.8 | 9.8 |
| 135° | 4.4 | 5.3 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 8.4 | 10.5 |
| 150° | 3.7 | 4.7 | 5.5 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 7.4 | 8.2 |
| Beat VMG | 3.2 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.6 |
| Run VMG | 3.2 | 4.1 | 4.7 | 5.2 | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.5 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 35.43ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 2 systems for the CAPE COD 896, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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