The Faurby 360 is a sailboat model built by Faurby Yachts. The search results confirm Niels Peter Faurby as the designer. The boat started production in 1995. There are references to both a "Faurby 360" (Performance Cruiser) and "Faurby 360 DS" (Deck Saloon). The builder's article explains the integration of Nordship Yachts into Faurby and the rebranding, with original Faurby designs becoming "Performance Cruisers" and former Nordship models becoming "Deck Saloon" models. It also highlights Faurby's philosophy of high quality, customization, and strong upwind sailing characteristics, 6, 9]. The interior is described as highly customizable with good headroom and typically two double cabins.
I have enough information to write the article sections. I will address the distinction between the "Performance Cruiser" and "Deck Saloon" variants when discussing design and accommodations, as the data provided (JSON) seems to relate to the original "Performance Cruiser" model given the "360" model name without the "DS" suffix, and the absence of "deck saloon" features in the core. However, the search results for "Faurby 360" often lead to "Faurby 360 DS" information as well, due to the brand integration. I will try to focus on the original 360, but acknowledge the DS variant where relevant for completeness in terms of Faurby's current offerings.
Owner's perspectives are a bit sparse for the specific Faurby 360 model in the search results, with general "Faurby owner" sentiment being positive (high quality, custom build). There are no specific "common problems" or "weaknesses" found directly for the Faurby 360 in the provided search results; rather, some general forum posts about "Mega 360 problems" or "Beneteau/Bavaria quality issues" which are not relevant to Faurby. I will likely omit the "Owner's Perspectives" section due to insufficient specific data for this model.
Ratios calculations:
- SA/Disp = 20.40
- Bal/Disp = 0.4055
- Disp/LWL = 363.05
These will be interpreted qualitatively in the "Sailing Performance and Handling" section.
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- Introduction: Yes
- History and Design: Yes
- Sailing Performance and Handling: Yes
- Accommodations and Layout: Yes
- Owner's Perspectives: Likely omit due to insufficient specific info.
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