FEELING 1090
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 36.42 ft |
| LWL | 28.75 ft |
| Beam | 11.67 ft |
| Draft | 5.75 ft |
| Shoal Draft | 4.5 ft(1.37 m) |
| Displacement | 11,684 lb |
| Ballast | 4,409.5 lb |
| Material | 35’ 6”10.81 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.2 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 53.12 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 16.44 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 47.31 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 15.68 ft |
| FLforestay | 16.4 ft |
| Mainsail | 837.2 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 436.7 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 742.3 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 1 |
| Berths | 5 |
| Heads | 6 |
| Water | 63.4 L |
| Fuel | 31.7 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the FEELING 1090
The Feeling 1090 is a 36.42 ft masthead sloop designed by Harle & Mortain and built by Kirie (FRA) between 1987 and 1997. With a displacement of 11684.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 22.05, this vessel is characterized by a heavy, stable hull form that prioritizes seakeeping over raw speed.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for short-to-medium offshore passages, particularly given its moderate capsize ratio of 2.06 and substantial ballast of 4409.5 lb.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a D/L ratio of 219.5 and a fin keel, the Feeling 1090 is capable of offshore cruising, though owners should be vigilant about structural integrity in the keel area before undertaking extended bluewater voyages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other late-80s European heavy-displacement cruisers like the Beneteau First 36 or O'Day 36, which share similar beam dimensions (11.67 ft) and a focus on interior volume and stability over planing performance.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.6 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| 60° | 4.9 | 5.9 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.0 | 7.1 |
| 75° | 5.2 | 6.1 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| 90° | 5.1 | 6.1 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.8 |
| 110° | 5.1 | 6.2 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.3 |
| 120° | 4.9 | 6.1 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.6 |
| 135° | 4.5 | 5.6 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.5 |
| 150° | 3.8 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.7 |
| Beat VMG | 2.9 | 3.6 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
| Run VMG | 3.3 | 4.2 | 5.0 | 5.5 | 5.9 | 6.4 | 7.1 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 36.42ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
10 reported issues across 7 systems for the FEELING 1090, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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