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Y9 vs Y8

Quickly compare speed potential, sail plan, and hull characteristics to pick the better fit for your sailing goals.

SBP score

83
Δ 13
96

Hull speed (kn)

12.1
Δ 1.2
10.9

Upwind sail area (m²)

413
Δ 88
325

Detailed metrics

MetricY9Y8
SBP score8396
Hull speed (kn)12.110.9
Length (m)29.7123.99
Upwind sail area (m²)413325
Sail carry number5.35.4
CategoryCruiser-RacerCruiser-Racer

Y9 profile snapshot

Lower SBP score by 13 ptsHigher Hull speed by 1.2 knHigher Upwind sail area by 88 m²Category: Cruiser-Racer

Y8 profile snapshot

Higher SBP score by 13 ptsLower Hull speed by 1.2 knLower Upwind sail area by 88 m²Category: Cruiser-Racer

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