Feeling 326 Information, Review, Specs

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• Designer: Harlé & Mortain (or Ph. Harle and A. Mortain). Gilles Vaton is also mentioned for a 1988 model, but Harlé and Mortain seem to be the primary designers. I'll prioritize Harlé & Mortain as they appear more consistently across sources for the 326.
• Production: 1987/1988 to 1999. Number built: ~335 hulls.
• Variations: Shoal-draft (lifting keel/centerboard - DI version) and shoal-keel (fin keel) versions are confirmed. The specifies "keel_type": "centerboard", and notes "FEELING 326 DI is shown here. Finn Keel version: draft: 1.6m/5.25'".
• Interior: Attractively fitted out, often with light ash joinery. Double berthed forecabin, light and airy salon, two cabins, 6 berths, 1 head. Anigree interior also mentioned. Unusual interior layout. Overall quality of joinery excellent.
• Performance/Handling: Described as a "fast, elegant" cruiser, "agile & fast cruiser". Good balance and easy to use. Combines interior volume with a beamy hull and good-sized rig. "Tender" when lifting keel is mentioned, suggesting the weight is in the ballasted sole.
• Owner's Perspectives: Owners appreciate the solid construction and devoted owner base. Excellent overall quality, especially joinery. Lifting keel setup works well and is easy to use. Praised for charming and ergonomic design and large accommodations.

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Calculations for ratios: From:

• displacement_lbs: 8047
• sail_area_total_calc_sqft: 431.97
• ballast_lbs: 2778
• lwl_ft: 26.58

1. Sail Area to Displacement Ratio (SA/D): SA/D = (Sail Area in sq ft) / (Displacement in cubic feet)^(2/3) Displacement in cubic feet = Displacement_lbs / 64 (for saltwater) Displacement in cubic feet = 8047 / 64 = 125.734 SA/D = 431.97 / (125.734)^(2/3) (125.734)^(2/3) = (125.734^2)^(1/3) = (15809.95)^(1/3) = 25.05 SA/D = 431.97 / 29.82 ≈ 14.48 (This seems low, rechecking SA/D formula)
   Let's use the common simplified formula where displacement is in pounds and SA in sq ft: SA/D = SA / (Disp / 64)^ (2/3) SA/D = 431.97 / ((8047 / 2240) * 35)^(2/3) -- this is for displacement in long tons. No, a common simple formula is: SA / (Displacement_lbs / 64)^(2/3) -> still 14.48.
   Let's try another common formula where displacement is in pounds: SA/D = Sail Area (sq ft) / (Displacement (lbs) / 64)^(2/3) SA/D = 431.97 / ((8047/64)^(2/3)) = 431.97 / (125.734)^(2/3) = 431.97 / 25.05 = 17.24 (This feels more reasonable for a cruiser)
   Let's re-calculate using the more standard formula for SA/D where Displacement is in lbs: SA/D = SA (sq ft) / (Displacement (lbs) / 2240)^(2/3) Displacement in long tons = 8047 / 2240 = 3.59 long tons SA/D = 431.97 / (3.59)^(2/3) = 431.97 / 2.34 = 184.6. This is clearly wrong, I am mixing units.
   Let's stick to the common form where displacement in LBS, use a known online calculator or formula reference. SA/D = SA / (Disp/2000)^(2/3) - for short tons. Disp in short tons = 8047 / 2000 = 4.0235 short tons SA/D = 431.97 / (4.0235)^(2/3) = 431.97 / 2.53 = 170.7 - Still too high.
   Okay, the standard SA/D ratio uses displacement in cubic feet of water. Volume of displacement in cubic feet = Displacement_lbs / 62.4 (fresh water) or 64 (salt water). Let's use 64. Volume = 8047 / 64 = 125.734 cubic feet SA/D = Sail Area / (Volume)^(2/3) SA/D = 431.97 / (125.734)^(2/3) = 431.97 / 25.05 = 17.24. This is a common range for cruisers.
2. Ballast to Displacement Ratio (B/D): B/D = Ballast_lbs / Displacement_lbs B/D = 2778 / 8047 = 0.345
3. Displacement to Length Ratio (D/L): D/L = Displacement (lbs) / ((0.01 * LWL (ft))^3) D/L = 8047 / ((0.01 * 26.58)^3) D/L = 8047 / (0.2658^3) = 8047 / 0.01878 = 428.48. This is extremely high for a 32ft boat, usually D/L is around 150-300 for cruisers.
   Let me re-check the D/L formula. It's often: D/(0.01 LWL)^3 where D is in long tons. Displacement in long tons = 8047 / 2240 = 3.592 long tons D/L = 3.592 / ((0.01 * 26.58)^3) = 3.592 / (0.01878) = 191.26. This makes much more sense.

So, the ratios are:

• SA/D: 17.24 (Good light air performance, lively)
• B/D: 0.345 (Moderate stiffness/stability)
• D/L: 191.26 (Moderate displacement, a balanced cruiser)

Now I have all the pieces to write the article.