Herreshoff Herreshoff Island 31 43 ft Sloop 1929 1929 Island 31 43 ft Sloop 1929

In a taped interview in 1975 Sid Herreshoff spoke of the origins of the class being derived from the Newport 29 design and an improvement on ALERION III. Then Herreshoff’s original marketing claimed”....the boats are the result of years of careful study to develop a model which is exceptionally sturdy, seaworthy and dry in rough going........!

KESTREL and her sisters have not disappointed and this special boat has been rewarded by a recent careful ownership and restoration. This design can be pushed hard around the classic regatta circuit yet with her generous cockpit and comfortable interior, she will cruise with the kids and probably with less fuss than many a modern boat.