Sallee Rover Sloop
Description
The Sallee Rover Sloop represents Samuel S. Crocker's mastery of traditional yacht design scaled to an accessible 20-foot package that delivers authentic classic yacht character without compromising practicality. Through innovative use of the heavy backbone as ballast and substantial construction throughout, this design creates a boat that sails like a much larger yacht while remaining manageable for small crews and modest budgets. Whether built as a sloop or yawl, the Sallee Rover offers discriminating sailors the opportunity to own and sail a genuine piece of American yacht design heritage—a boat that embodies the elegance, craftsmanship, and seaworthiness that made Crocker's designs legendary among traditional yacht enthusiasts. For builders seeking to create something truly special that honors maritime tradition while providing decades of sailing satisfaction, the Sallee Rover stands as an exceptional choice that rewards the substantial effort required for its construction.
Construction Details
| Designer | Samuel Sturgis Crocker |
|---|---|
| Builder | Home Built |
| Length | 20.000 ft |
| LOA | 20.000 ft |
| LWL | 16.830 ft |
| Beam | 7.580 ft |
| Displacement | 3825 lb |
| Max Draft | 3.830 ft |
| Min Draft | 2.000 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
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| j | - |
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| e | - |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
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Sails
Sallee Rover Sloop - MAINSAIL
| Luff | 23.083 ft - (7036 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 14 ft - (4267 mm) |
| Leech | * 24.37 ft - (7428 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 78.88 ° |
| Diagonal | 24.58 ft - (7492 mm) |
| Head (inches) | 4 in - (102 mm) |
| Area | * 161.72 ft² |
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Sallee Rover Sloop - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 17.167 ft - (5233 mm) |
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| Foot | 8 ft - (2438 mm) |
| Leech | 14 ft - (4267 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 19.26 ° |
| Area | * 55.32 ft² |
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Sallee Rover Sloop - GENOA
| Luff | 17.167 ft - (5233 mm) |
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| Foot | 15 ft - (4572 mm) |
| Leech | 16 ft - (4877 mm) |
| Length Perpendicular | * 12.88 ft - (3926 mm) |
| Area | * 110.59 ft² |
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Sallee Rover Sloop - 3-SIDED SAIL
| Luff | 11.33 ft - (3453 mm) |
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| Foot | 6.33 ft - (1929 mm) |
| Leech | 11.75 ft - (3581 mm) |
| Tack Ang | 77.8 ° |
| Area | 35.05 ft² |
| Comments | This is the mizzen sail for the ketch rig. |
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Sallee Rover Sloop - 3-SIDED SAIL
| Luff | 19.5 ft - (5944 mm) |
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| Foot | 12.25 ft - (3734 mm) |
| Leech | 21.42 ft - (6529 mm) |
| Tack Ang | 81.4 ° |
| Area | 118.09 ft² |
| Comments | This is the mainsail for the ketch rig. There should be a small roach with three or four battens. A headboard is not shown on the plan but a small one would be desirable. |
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