FEELING 29
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 27.88 ft |
| LWL | 24.75 ft |
| Beam | 10.33 ft |
| Draft | 5.33 ft |
| Displacement | 6,394 lb |
| Ballast | 2,645.2 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.7 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 34.8 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10.3 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 33.5 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 9.9 ft |
| FLforestay | 10.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 358.3 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 179.2 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 304.7 sq ft |
About the FEELING 29
First introduced as the KELT 8.5 and KELT 29. See KELT 8.5 for more details. Swing Keel version: BU: 2.33' BD: 5.67'. Under the various names it is thought that more than 1200 of this design have been built.
Designed by Gilles Vaton and built by Kelt Marine (FRA), the Feeling 29 is a compact cruiser with a production run of 1200 hulls starting in 1983. Its fractional sloop rig and fin keel configuration offer a balanced blend of performance and stability for its size.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize manageable dimensions and straightforward handling over heavy offshore provisioning. Its relatively light displacement and moderate beam make it ideal for trailerable or easily stored cruising.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 6394.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.23, the Feeling 29 is primarily designed for coastal cruising rather than extended bluewater passages. Its comfort ratio of 17.15 suggests a motion that is manageable in moderate seas but may feel lively in heavy offshore conditions.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 27 and O'Day 28, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and target the same entry-level cruising market. These vessels offer similar footprints and performance characteristics for short-range coastal passage making.
Direct variant of the FEELING 29
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 27.88ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
3 reported issues across 2 systems for the FEELING 29, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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