The Bavaria Yachts B/One Cruising Cruising 2012 vs Bavaria Yachts S29 Open 2017 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Bavaria Yachts S29 Open 2017 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Bavaria Yachts B/One Cruising Cruising 2012 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Bavaria Yachts S29 Open 2017 could be the deciding factor.
The Bavaria Yachts B/One Cruising Cruising 2012 has a documented displacement of 2 315 lbs. Displacement data wasn't available for the other boat in this comparison.
Draft is a practical consideration that many buyers underestimate until they're already at the marina. The Bavaria Yachts B/One Cruising Cruising 2012 draws 5,5 ft, compared to 2,2 ft for the Bavaria Yachts S29 Open 2017. That 3,3-foot difference affects which anchorages you can access, which haul-out facilities will take you, and how carefully you need to read the tide tables in shallower cruising grounds.
The Bavaria Yachts B/One Cruising Cruising 2012 uses Sloop rigging.
The Bavaria Yachts B/One Cruising Cruising 2012 is trailerable, giving it a significant lifestyle advantage for sailors who want to move between lakes, rivers, and coastal waters without committing to a marina slip.
Bottom line: The Bavaria Yachts S29 Open 2017 at 30,0 ft offers more living space, greater range, and a more substantial offshore capability. The Bavaria Yachts B/One Cruising Cruising 2012 at 23,1 ft is the easier, lower-cost option — simpler to crew, trailerable, and a strong choice for coastal and day sailing.