Question 1

What are the specs of the BLUESTORM 900?

Accepted Answer

The BLUESTORM 900 has the following specifications: 29.53ft LOA, 9.84ft beam, 7.22ft draft, 3,968.32lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin, Variable.

Question 2

Who built the BLUESTORM 900 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Beaconax (GER), designed by Keith Callaghan, first built in 2015.

Question 3

Is the BLUESTORM 900 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The BLUESTORM 900 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 10.04, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.49, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the BLUESTORM 900?

Accepted Answer

The BLUESTORM 900 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 25.7, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 73.62, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a BLUESTORM 900?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a BLUESTORM 900 is estimated at $1.0K – $2.8K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a BLUESTORM 900 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the BLUESTORM 900 (29.53ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.0K – $2.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 29.53ft boat: Florida: $5,300-$14,200/year. California: $5,000-$12,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,400/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,400/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,200/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,400/year. South Carolina: $4,600-$8,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $23K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a BLUESTORM 900?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the BLUESTORM 900 (29.53ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,300-$14,200/year. California: $5,000-$12,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,400/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,400/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,200/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,400/year. South Carolina: $4,600-$8,900/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the BLUESTORM 900?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the BLUESTORM 900 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the BLUESTORM 900.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a BLUESTORM 900?

Accepted Answer

When buying a BLUESTORM 900, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the BLUESTORM 900 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the BLUESTORM 900 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The BLUESTORM 900 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29.53ft LOA, comfort ratio 10.04, capsize ratio 2.49, SA/disp 25.7. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	29.53 ft
LWL	28.87 ft
Beam	9.84 ft
Draft	7.22 ft/ 2.95 ft min
Displacement	3,968.32 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.2 kn

Mainsail	252.95 sq ft
Jib (100%)	148.54 sq ft

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