Design and Construction
RM Yachts builds its hulls from epoxy-impregnated Okoumé marine plywood reinforced by an internal galvanized steel frame. The 1060 follows that house method, combining a resin-infused plywood hull with a GRP deck in its resin-and-glass construction.
The twin-keel arrangement is central to the boat’s character. On an overall length of 34ft 8in, the 1060 has 13ft 1in of beam, a displacement of 9,700 lb, and a draught of 5ft 5in. Its twin keels allow it to dry out upright without legs, a genuine advantage for owners cruising tidal shores.
Rig, Performance, and Deck Handling
The 1060 carries a cutter rig as standard. Lombard equips it with twin forestays, while an optional bowsprit helps create a flexible sailplan for shorthanded crews.
The boat’s promised performance comes from its low-displacement plywood hull, twin-keel configuration, and 559-square-foot sail area, which gives a sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 19.66.
Deck movement isn’t restricted by narrow passages. Wide sidedecks and a foredeck described as vast as a helipad should make routine sailhandling and anchoring work straightforward.
Accommodation
Below, plenty of light and a bright colour scheme reinforce the open-plan interior’s airy feel. The boat sleeps four in the saloon, with a Breton berth forward. This arrangement favours sociable cruising over the privacy of separate cabins.
That choice brings a clear trade-off: the aft cabin and heads are cramped. The galley and chart table, however, remain generously proportioned for practical voyaging. The overall volume is generous for a 35-footer, and the open saloon makes the boat feel larger than its length suggests.
Verdict
The RM 1060 is a distinctive small cruiser that turns RM’s plywood-and-steel construction method into practical benefits: easy grounding, low upkeep, and a bright, roomy interior. Its cutter rig is well suited to shorthanded sailing, while the open saloon and properly sized working areas make effective use of the available volume and support the boat's low-upkeep brief. The price is a small aft cabin and cramped heads, along with less privacy than more compartmentalized 35-foot rivals offer.
Pros
- Resin-infused plywood hull, GRP deck, and internal galvanized steel frame
- Twin keels allow the boat to dry out upright without legs
- Flexible cutter rig with twin forestays and an optional bowsprit for shorthanded sailing
- Open-plan, light-filled interior with four saloon berths and a forward Breton berth
- Generously sized galley and chart table
- Wide sidedecks and a vast foredeck
Cons
- Aft cabin and heads are quite small
- Less privacy than compartmentalized 35-foot rivals
