EDEL 820
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 26.92 ft |
| LWL | 22.5 ft |
| Beam | 9.67 ft |
| Draft | 4.33 ft |
| Displacement | 7,050 lb |
| Ballast | 2,645.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 39 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10.8 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 34 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.3 ft |
| FLforestay | 10.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 399.7 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 210.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 358 sq ft |
About the EDEL 820
Keel/CB version also available. BU: 3.28'/1.00m BD: 5.92'/1.80m
The Edel 820 is a compact, well-regarded trailerable sloop designed by Maurice Edel and built by Edel Canada and Edel France between 1980 and 1982. With a total production run of 60 hulls, this model represents a niche but distinct entry in the late-70s/early-80s small cruiser market.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideally suited for coastal cruising and weekend getaways, particularly for owners seeking a trailerable package that balances ease of transport with respectable offshore comfort ratios.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 7050.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.02, the Edel 820 offers a stable platform capable of short offshore passages, supported by a comfort ratio of 22.26 that suggests manageable motion in chop.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Cal 25 and O'Day 23, as they share similar displacement ranges and trailerable footprints, though the Edel 820 distinguishes itself with a slightly wider beam and specific fin-keel design.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 26.92ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the EDEL 820, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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