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Alerion express 28

The alerion express 28 is a 28.25ft fractional sloop designed by carl schumacher and built in fiberglass by holby marine since 1990., 115 units have been built..

The Alerion express 28 is a light sailboat which is a high performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a racing boat. The fuel capacity is originally very small. There is a very short water supply range.

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Alerion Express 28

Alerion Express 28 is a 28 ′ 2 ″ / 8.6 m monohull sailboat designed by Carl Schumacher and built by TPI Composites, Alerion Yachts, and Holby Marine starting in 1990.

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Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

The first boats (7) were built by Holby Marine. After 1991 the boats were built by TPI. Later boats have an updated keel w/bulb.

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I spent time at the Newport Boat Show this weekend and was very impressed with the Alerion Express 28. One of the feature changes to the new model is an increse in engine size from a 9 or 10 horsepower diesel sail drive to a 14 horsepower 2 cylinder model. The stated reason was better ability to motor in larger(6 foot or better) seas and high winds as reported by previous owners. While I am intersted in this boat a used model will provide a substantial savings over a newly ordered one. Are there any readers out there who own this boat with the smaller engine? What is your experience? If not an owner but familiar wth the boat and both its motoring and sailing characteristics I would greatly appreciate your input. I am hoping to take a demo sail later this week. Thanks,Kevin  

She's a great boat to daysail on, well built by TPI now pearson composites(Freedoms & Pearson, and some little boat called a j/boat LOL) good workmanship, strong, but 80k for a used 28ft daysailor is a bit much for my blood. But, she is the prettiest girl in the harbor. (on the outside cabin is rather spartan... a cooler for the ingress/egress?)  

I have only been on the Alerion at the boat shows; never sailed on one, although I did spend some time talking to the designer. One of the sweetest looking boats ever. Out of curiosity a few years ago, I tried to see what a used Alerion would cost. None were listed; maybe I'm not looking in the right places. Do you have a line on a used one? I'm not trying to cadge your potential boat, just curious!  

yachtworld has seven listed at this moment!  

No question she's a pricey dance partner. There are several used ones on yachtworld right now. Brand new the run north of 100k  

I have only had a brief sail on an Alerion Express. It was a pretty breezy day. I thought these were really nice boats that sailed quite well. The one that I was on did not have a traveler, which was really a problem in gusty conditions where it was important to be able to drop the traveller to balance the helm and reduce heel. I personnally would prefer the middle of the three (or four)buildiing configuration (newer keel, but without the Hoyt boom which I personaly would consider a deal buster since you can't mount a bow pulpit or lifelines or conveniently use a genoa on a model that had the Hoyt jib boom.) As to the engine, I had a 10 hp diesel on my 4100lb Laser 28. It was adequate in flat water, but speed obviously dropped off if you tried to motor into a strong headwind and seaway. The Laser 28 had more windage but less weight so it should be pretty equivillent. I usually chose to sail in heavier winds so the smallish engine wasn't much of a problem. I personally had a tough time wrapping my mind around the overall concept of the Alerion. She is really pretty, and the double spreader rig imported directly from J-27 gives the boat plenty of go. They have purposefully simplified the Alerion down to the basics, but usually that means a boat that is economical to buy and own (like the Compacs for example). Instead, these are very expensive boats with a whole lot of compromises. The interior goes past being minimal. (My 1949 Folkboat had better accommodations). The deck hardware for example prevents the kind of tweaking that makes daysailing fun. The have an 'overnighter' interiod and yet they make no provision for even basic anchor handling and storage (the one I was on did not even have bowchocks.) I can't imagine sailing one in really heavy going, the narrow foredeck, and lack of lifelines returned myt to my youth, when lifelines were optional, and crew members routinely went over the side. At least the lifeline-less boats of the pre-1960 era had a grab handle that ran down the middle of the foredeck. As perhaps, simply as a point of reference, less expensive similar concept boats, you might look at boats like the J-27 (same mast and boom), Laser 28, Express 27, or Goman Express 30 M. Jeff  

Beautiful classic lines + modern hull design = VERY EXPENSIVE $$$$$ Beautiful classic lines + modern hull design = VERY EXPENSIVE $$$$$ Thats the equation that Alerion established, now others are following, Morris M36 is very very expensive too. So If you're a fan of classic shapes you have to find old classics and restore them. I guess there is a business oportunity for someone to produce a classic shaped sailboat at a reasonable price.  

You mean like a sort of PT cruiser for sailors? Not a bad idea. Affordable, nostalgic lines, relativlely modern engineering and a simple interior. And cheap. Like 50,000 dollars cheap. Do you supppose that's posssible?  

Since these pretty boats are built adjacent to my marina (TPI Portsmouth facility is on New England Boatworks property) and they're actually assembled on my dock, I have admired them for years. Iwould love to own one, but some day I may at least get to sail one.  

In the "spirit" of the Aileron Express concept, check out the link: http://www.spirityachts.com/sy-spirit-46.htm There is one of these in our area - the prettiest thing around - but is either harshly rated or poorly sailed, not doing well on the race course. Not that that matters. These, too are pricey. Check the rest of the site for larger models. Not practical, not cheap, but they get your heartbeat up a bit!  

Wow that is very nice indeed, Spirit........ Well I don't consider the PT Cruiser as a classic and it does'nt remind me of one. Sailboats are not that complicated, lets say you take the topsides of a Redline 41 or a Cal 40 and the hull of a Frers put them together and come up with a fairly nice sailboat with classic lines, fair price and better than average performance. Actually you can do that just by building the them just as they were.......  

yotphix said: You mean like a sort of PT cruiser for sailors? Not a bad idea. Affordable, nostalgic lines, relativlely modern engineering and a simple interior. And cheap. Like 50,000 dollars cheap. Do you supppose that's posssible? Click to expand...

mstern said: Classic updated for a reasonable price? Check out this website. This guy rehabbed a Pearson Triton for his own use, then took another Triton hull, stripped it bare, redesigned it as a "daysailer", and built it. I think he listed it at about 80K and it sold within a month or two. Considering the high levels of fit and finish, I bet it could have been done for a lot less money if the you don't mind a lower quality finish. Also, I bet it would be cheaper the second time around. If nothing else, this is one of the best designed and maintained websites I have ever seen. www.tritondaysailor.com Click to expand...

9 HP to 15 HP upgrade The nine horsepower Yanmar can be upgraded easily if it has a propeller shaft. So says my local Yanmar dealer. "Yes there is Yanmar 2YM15 Diesel engine that would work. Our price is $6674.00 + tax & freight." Nine horsepower is just not enough for San Francisco Bay. All the Alerions are nicely designed. I also like the Morris 29.  

I'm in! I will be purchasing a Alerion 28 this week. My grandfather was a shipwright for the "The wizard of Bristol" a very long time ago. Destiny calls.  

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ALERION EXPRESS 28 Detailed Review

If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of ALERION EXPRESS 28. Built by Holby Marine and designed by Carl Schumacher, the boat was first built in 1990. It has a hull type of Fin w/spade rudder and LOA is 8.61. Its sail area/displacement ratio 21.03. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by Volvo Penta, runs on Diesel; Saildrive.

ALERION EXPRESS 28 has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about ALERION EXPRESS 28 and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

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Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, rig and sail specs, auxillary power tank, accomodations, contributions, who designed the alerion express 28.

ALERION EXPRESS 28 was designed by Carl Schumacher.

Who builds ALERION EXPRESS 28?

ALERION EXPRESS 28 is built by Holby Marine.

When was ALERION EXPRESS 28 first built?

ALERION EXPRESS 28 was first built in 1990.

How long is ALERION EXPRESS 28?

ALERION EXPRESS 28 is 6.96 m in length.

What is mast height on ALERION EXPRESS 28?

ALERION EXPRESS 28 has a mast height of 10.06 m.

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Alerion Express 28

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Im considering one of these. Ive heard that they are on the fragile side. Some pros and cons would be appreciated  

Fragile? How? They are fast, beautiful and quite well built. The hulls are I believe laid up by TPI and are resin infused.  

Not your "average" sailboat either. It appears that they sell for about $120k for a new one.  

I have only looked at one at a boat show. I think it is a lot of money for what you get.  

We have about 5 in our local fleet. Putting aside the cost and value issues since those are subjective, it is a good boat. Fragile? It's not a "Blue Water" boat by any means but as MS pointed out it is TPI built and not in any way weak. We have very good competition among the "One design" Alerions, especially for those sailors who are of the vintage where smart sailing wins over edge of control sailing. In other words, for the fifty and above set, the physical demands are light. I've seen a couple sailing the boat in 25 kts., while I'd doused the sails in my 356. They were having a great time - in foulies. It can be a wet boat. As for accomodations, there isn't a bunk I could sleep on. If you want a daysailor that is physically undemanding, and can sail easily in a wide variety of conditions, is easy to single or double hand, and is easy on the eyes, has a diesel engine, it should be considered. A good value? That's up to the buyer. I think they hold up pretty well on the used market but you would need to consult a broker for that info.  

Capt. Kermie

Yes the Alerion is a nice boat, I was aboard one at the Seattle boat show and it appeared to be substantially built even if it was a bit pricey. You cannot stand up in it though as there is not much room below, mostly crouched or sitting. At 28' I would expect more room below but it is intended as a daysailer.  

Warren Milberg

I've sailed on an Alerion 28 and they seem to be well-built and very stable and capabable sailboats. I love the way they look and perform, although I'm not keen on the boomed jib, yet it does make tacking a breeze (smile). However, these are big cockpit/small interior boats that are really pricey daysailors. If they fit your budget and appeal to your eye, go for it.  

Alerion 28 Diito, a very pretty, very simply constructed and very expensive daysailor. At that price point I would think you could find several finer finished and fitted out alternatives.  

They are one of the first boats targeted for that day sailing market. They hit a home run in style, construction and ease of handling. They are tougher than needed and return the investment required to purchase if you treat them with care and respect. As Maine Sail would say "What's not to like?" Ray  

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(SOLD) 2009 Alerion Express 28

   Is a beautiful 2009 Alerion 28, This two owner boat was originally a fresh water boat from Vermont, the current owner has taken great care of her! all the service is up to date and is ready for the summer.

• New Garmin GPS/ Chartplotter with Brackett
• Classic white hull with gold cove and blue boot stripe.
• Hoyt jib boom & Harken jib roller furling system.
• Yanmar Diesel inboard with Low hours.
• Interior is like new with factory trim.
• Full Navy blue canvas mooring cover
• Beautiful Navy blue cushions with red piping
• Stored indoors every winter since new!
• Manufacturer: Alerion
• Model: Express 28
• Category: Sail
• Condition: Used
• Location: Marblehead US
• Vessel Name: Dolce
• Hull Material: Fiberglass
• Make: Yanmar
• Model: 2YM15
• Engines(s): 1
• Engine Type: Inboard
• Fuel Type: diesel
• Horsepower: 14|horsepower
• Total Berths: 1
• Total Heads: 1
• Length: 28 ft
• Beam: 8.17 ft
• Draft - max: 4.5 ft
• Fuel Tank: 6|gallon
• Fresh Water Tank: 6|gallon
• Holding Tank: 6|gallon

DESCRIPTIONS

Manufacturer Provided Description

The new trend to elegant day sailers was pioneered by the notable beauty of this Carl Schumacher design, which sailors instinctively pause to admire. Quality produced by Pearson Composites, utilizing the SCRIMP system of resin infusion by vacuum, the AE 28 also delivers outstanding performance under sail, and is specifically designed to be easily single handed. We have a 15 minute DVD that amply demonstrates that advantage. With a fin keel and spade rudder providing exceptional maneuverability and stability, the Hoyt Jib Boom bringing off wind speed, and a 14-hp Yanmar Diesel Sail Drive adding reliable power, this beautifully balanced boat sets the standard for the ideal day sailer.

Additional Information

• Roller Furling for 100% self tacking jib with Port side sheeting
• Hoyt Boom for self-takcing Jib
• Mainsheet (4:1) let to Harken traveler system mounted on aft deck with a Barney post mounted Harken cam base and block
• Custom curved Harken track for self-tacking jib system with 2 end stops
• Adjustable (8:1) backstay below deck with lead to cockpit
• Lewmar deck hatch 19"X19" with smoke tent.
• 4 fixed elliptical Bomar ports on cabin house
• Mooring cleats 1-8" forward 2-7" aft
• companionway hatch slider, fiberglass, with lexan drop-in washboard and inside/outside opening. lockable stainless hasp
• Halyards led aft thru deck mounted
• Harken fairleads to triple Imtra clutch stoppers port and Stb.
• Custom stainless stemhead with welded jib tack / fair lead ring
• Teak handrails on cabin house
• Teak toe rail
• self draining cockpit
• flag, pole and socket

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

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