It has a masthead sloop rig, an internally-mounted spade-type rudder and a fixed fin keel.

[1][2] Designed for inland sailing and not ocean passages, the boat's hull is made from solid fiberglass, while the deck has a plywood core.

The boat is fairly well balanced, and according to several owner reports, thrives upwind in moderate conditions.

In heavy air the 27 is a bit tender and one owner suggests putting the first reef in the main at 12 knots."

It offers good sailing, comfortable accommodations, one-design fleets and active owners groups.