Introducing the Donovan 37 Racing Yacht

Designed by James Donovan / jp donovan DESIGN
Constructed by C & C Custom Yachts
Spars Supplied by NOVIS Composites Ltd

The Donovan 37 was inspired by sailors who have recognized the Transpac 52 as the style of outstanding racing yacht they want to own. Wouldn't it be great to have something similar but in a more reasonable size?

To provide similar sailing excitement at a fraction of the cost of a Transpac 52, jp donovan DESIGN, C & C Custom Yachts and NOVIS Composites Ltd. have developed a 37 foot LOA high performance sailing yacht that shares the same design concepts. In a remarkably simple package utilizing proven high-tech construction methods, uncomplicated state-of-the-art appendage and rig systems, and intelligent deck and interior design, the Donovan 37 is perfectly adapted for the wide spectrum of inshore and offshore racing venues.

The completely new Donovan 37 design is the successful integration of detailed design analysis and years of experience designing and building performance racing yachts. This is the sensible racing yacht with remarkable performance so many sailors have been looking for.

C & C Yachts began with the conception of the most high-tech racing yacht of the time, the balsa-cored Red Jacket. For many years, the custom division of C & C produced exceptional racing yachts during the heyday of IOR and the SORC. Although dormant during recent years, C & C Custom Yachts is back and the Donovan 37 will provide the catalyst for re-introduction of the division.

Donovan 37 Preliminary Specifications
LOA 11.45 m (37.57 ft)
LWL 10.00 m (32.81 ft)
BMAX 3.45 m (11.25 ft)
Draft 2.45 m (8.04 ft)
Displacement (IRC) 3200 kg (7250 lbs)
Ballast 1560 kg (3440 lbs)

Rig Dimensions
ISP 15.39 m (50.50 ft)
IM 13.46 m (44.16 ft)
J 3.85 m (12.63 ft)
P 14.32 m (47.00 ft)
E 4.48 m (14.70 ft)
SPL 5.00 m (16.40 ft)

Contact Information:

C & C Custom Yachts
Michael Tamulaites
t: 401-396-9300
c: 440-840-5855
michael@fairportyachts.com

jp donovan DESIGN
James Donovan
c: 410-212-6114
jpd@jpdonovandesign.com


NOVIS Composites Ltd.
David Hulse
t: 704-658-9258
c: 704-658-8277
dhulse@noviscomposites.com