Are Catalina sailboats Bluewater Boats?
In addition to a pragmatic layout and a tried and tested reputation, the Catalina 27 has a bit of lore to go along with it. A few people have even sailed these hearty little boats across oceans and around the world although they’re not really “bluewater” boats.
How much is a new Catalina sailboat?
Boat Details
| Make | Catalina |
|---|---|
| Model | 315 (Factory Base) |
| Year | 2021 |
| Condition | New |
| Price | US$168,688 |
When did the Catalina 34 model come out?
The Catalina 34 was first introduced in 1986 to fill the market gap between Catalina’s 30’ and 36’ models. Between 1986 and 1995 the design remained pretty much unchanged except for the incorporation of a transom swim platform in 1990 and newer models. The length is 34’ 6″ overall, 29’ 10″ at the waterline, and the beam is 11’ 9″.
Is the Catalina 34 a good cruising boat?
If your plans call for extended cruising, the Catalina 34 is a bit short on storage space, and I think the rigging and construction may be a little light for extended offshore passages.
When did Practical Sailor first sail the Catalina 34?
When Practical Sailor first took a close look at the Catalina 34 back in 1990, we were impressed by the equipment. Self-tailing primary winches are standard and adequately sized; sail-handling hardware is all good; brand-names abound everywhere-stove, pressure-water pump, and head.
What was the price of a Catalina boat in 1990?
The 1990 boat we looked at carried a base price of $60,100 (approximately $110,000 in 2015 dollars), which included a mainsail and 110-percent jib, mainsail cover, two-burner stove with oven, hot and cold pressure-water system, two batteries, 110-volt shore power system, boarding ladder, and lots of other equipment.