NONSUCH 36

About the NONSUCH 36

Shoal keel model draft: 4.42'.

The Nonsuch 36 is a distinctive cat-ketch designed by Mark Ellis Design and built by Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd. in Canada, with a total production run of 70 hulls constructed in 1983. Its unique unstayed rig and heavy displacement of 17000.0 lb define its character as a robust, traditional cruising yacht that prioritizes stability and ease of handling over high-speed performance.

Best for:

This boat is ideally suited for experienced coastal cruisers and bluewater adventurers who value the simplicity of a cat-ketch rig and are prepared to manage the specific maintenance demands of its unique construction. It appeals to sailors seeking a heavy-displacement, comfortable passage maker rather than a performance racer.

Bluewater capability:

With a displacement of 17000.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 1.97, and a comfort ratio of 25.94, the Nonsuch 36 exhibits strong offshore stability and seakeeping abilities, making it well-regarded for bluewater cruising despite its age.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the Hallberg-Rassy 36 and the O'Day 36, which share similar heavy-displacement characteristics and cruising-focused layouts from the early 1980s. However, the Nonsuch 36 is distinct due to its cat-ketch rig and Canadian construction, setting it apart from the more common masthead sloop designs of that era.