DECISION 35

About the DECISION 35

Beam 28’8” with racks) Upwind SA 1,640 sq. ft.(main & genoa) Downwind SA 2,289 sq. ft.(main & reacher) Mast builder Lorima Structural Engineering SP Technologies Builder Décision SA (www.decision.ch) Many other individuals and firms affiliated with design and construction.

The Decision 35 is a high-performance cruising yacht designed by Sebschmidt Architecte Naval Sàrl and built by Decision SA, with production records indicating a build year of 2004. While the exact hull count is unspecified in available data, the vessel is characterized by its lightweight displacement of 2755.0 lb and a fractional sloop rig with a rotating spar.

Best for:

This boat suits performance-oriented coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize speed and easy handling over heavy offshore comfort, given its low comfort ratio of 1.95 and light displacement.

Bluewater capability:

With a capsize ratio of 5.9 and a low displacement of 2755.0 lb, the Decision 35 is better suited for coastal and protected waters rather than heavy bluewater passages, as its light weight and low comfort ratio suggest a motion that may be uncomfortable in heavy seas.

Comparables:

Comparable vessels include other lightweight, high-performance fractional sloop designs from the early 2000s, such as the Beneteau First 36 or O'Day 36, which share similar emphasis on sail area-to-displacement ratios and modern deck layouts.