The search results provide good information for most sections.
Summary of findings from search and provided context:
- Designer Philosophy (O.H. Rodgers and Walter Scott): The Captiva 240 is explicitly a "development of the O.H. Rodgers-designed Rodgers 24 racer". This indicates a focus on spirited sailing performance. Walter Scott also modified the design with a slightly different rig and keel [Notes in. Scott worked for Grumman Aerospace and later became chief engineer at Irwin Yachts, suggesting an engineering background. The builder article also states Captiva Yachts leaned towards "lightweight, high-performance sailboats."
- Variations during production: The notes mention it's a modified version of the Rodgers 24. No specific MkI/MkII variations are mentioned in the search results, so I'll stick to the "modified Rodgers 24" aspect.
- Handling descriptions: Described as "highly stable and stiff" by the builder article. One owner mentioned having the boat at "6 knots in winds under 10 kts," suggesting good performance in lighter air. Another owner noted that while a centerboard keel "is great upwind," it can be retracted "off the wind for less drag".
- Interior Layout: This is the weakest point from the search. General search results for "small yacht interior design ideas" and "boat interior design ideas" were too generic. I need to be careful not to fabricate here. I will state that the does not provide details and search results were general, focusing on typical small cruiser layouts without specific Captiva 240 details. I can infer common features for a 24-foot trailer-sailer.
- Owner's Perspectives: Several forum threads indicate owner activity.
- Strengths: Good performance (6 knots in under 10 kts wind), centerboard is good upwind and can be retracted for less drag off-wind. Solid construction is implied by general satisfaction. Suited for overnights and weekends on inland lakes and coastal cruising.
- Weaknesses/Common Issues: Discussion about the swinging centerboard box (implies potential maintenance/rebuild needs). No widely cited "common problems" beyond that. The builder article mentioned "low righting capability if capsized" but also "highly stable and stiff," which might be a trade-off for performance.
Given the 24-foot length, I will definitely avoid using the ratios as per the instructions.
Now I have enough information to construct the article.