a review in "blue water boats" writing in 2012 noted, "the triton sails as gracefully as she looks. she’s forgiving and nimble, though she does tend to exhibit weather helm. to counter this tendency some owners have fashioned small bowsprits to open up the fore-triangle area, while others recut their mainsail with less canvas at the sacrifice of overall sail area. although a fast boat for her waterline length she’s slow by today’s standards and she doesn’t point very high. her short waterline means her light air performance is respectable, and as the wind picks up she heels quickly which increases her lwl and therefore hull speed. the boat is relatively tender up to 15 degrees before she stiffens. west coast boats, being heavier built, are generally stiffer while east coast boats tend to heel earlier but are more responsive."