"Nifty" is a prime example of a lightly used CAPE 31 now looking for a new adventure either in One Design or IRC / ORC, where we know these boats have huge amounts to offer.
Having not sailed since mid 2024, the boat and her inventory are fresher than her age suggests. She also incorporates all the UK Class upgrades that pushed these designs forward since launching, which will no doubt put NIFTY at the front of any regatta she enters.
Her motivated owner is now looking at another project and the boat can be packed and prepared for trucking or shipment as required.
With new boat costs increasing, this is for sure a sensible way to enter the world of Cape sailing.
Rig
Sloop
NIFTY is supplied with the C31 OD rig and boom package, but includes many custom upgrades to the running rigging, hardware and control lines.
Mast currently removed and winterized.
Carbon Mast, split in two pieces for easy shipment.
Black anodized Aluminium Boom
Rod standing rigging.
Full running rigging package - completely upgraded from standard.
Fixed carbon bowsprit with bobstay.
Split running backstays.
Luff Foil
Sail Plan
I: 12.46m
J: 3.6m
P: 12.55m
E: 4.5m
STL: 5.92m
1 x mast head spin halyard,
1 x 2:1 main halyard,
1 x 2:1 Genoa halyard,
2 x Genoa sheets,
2 x spin sheets,
1 x main sheet,
2 x runner tails,
1 x downwind jib sheet.
1 x tack line,
1 x internal drop line
Full hardstand cradle with high and low positions.
Boom cover
Fenders
Mooring lines
Diesel inboard engine: Yanmar 2YM15
Electronics:
H5000 Performance package,
Triton mast displays
H5000 Graphic in Cockpit
Vulcan 7 MFD with Solent charts
Precision 9 Compass
Vertical Masthead Unit
Hardware and Deck
Harken winch upgrade. 2 x Primary 2 x Runner.
Down wind jib sheet system
Upgraded Trav blocks
Forehatch on deck opener
Forehatch closing system
Roller for drop system in forehatch
Drop line and mini reeler
Spin sheet reelers
GENERAL CAPE 31 SPECIFICATION:
LOA: 9.55m
LWL: 8.75m
Beam: 3.05m
Disp: 1800kg
Draft: 2.45m
Rudder, tiller and spinlock extension
Carbon fin and lead bulb keel with bolts and lifting eye
OVERVIEW:
The Cape 31 is an affordable high performance 31 ft race boat, with proven ability under IRC, ORC and of course as a One Design racer.
The boat was masterminded by Lord Irvine Laidlaw, designed by Mark Mills and is built by licensed boat builder Cape Performance Sailing Ltd.
Teams usually sail 7 or 8 up on this latest generation race boat. The class rule prefers owner driver (always amateur) and a mixed crew of amateurs and professionals.
The key to this boat’s success is that it has proven itself as not only a great one design boat, but also as a very competitive boat under multiple handicap systems, including IRC and ORC.
The design has had some impressive results over the last few years in a host of UK and European IRC events, Caribbean CSA events and US ORR/ORC events including becoming 2022 UK IRC National Champion and two times Les Voiles de St Tropez Champion!
Another great feature of the Cape 31 is that she (along with her 2 piece mast) fits into a 40ft container so can be easily shipped around the World.
Handy when you decide you’d like to join in with winter sailing in warmer waters.
Yacht Information
Boat Name: NIFTY
Year: 2021
Builder: Cape Performance Sailing
Designer: Mark Mills
Engine: Yanmar diesel 15Hp
Paint Scheme – White with green vinyl decals
IRC: 1.131 (2024)
Location: Hamble, UK.
Owner to retain name and sail number.
Additional Upgrades & Extras:
Keel potted & Aligned
Rudder alinement checked.