The Babson Island 35-class sloop Tendress combines classic good looks, lightweight wood-composite construction, modern rig, and underbody in a delightful new package. Her displacement of 8,000 pounds gives her lively performance with a big-boat feel. All lines lead to the cockpit for effortless single-handing. Tendress’s long cockpit with sculpted teak seats will comfortably accommodate a crowd for a sunset cruise. Her traditional cuddy cabin contains amenities for overnighting, while the varnished wood coaming and custom-shaped sheer strake harken back to the Herreshoff era.