Question 1

What are the specs of the CABOT 36?

Accepted Answer

The CABOT 36 has the following specifications: 35.58ft LOA, 11.67ft beam, 4.75ft draft, 17,800lb displacement, 5,500.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a CABOT 36 cost?

Accepted Answer

The CABOT 36 has an average asking price of $27,500, with prices ranging from $27,500 to $27,500 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the CABOT 36 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Cabotcraft Industries (CAN), designed by Ted Brewer/Robert Walstrom, first built in 1974, 49 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the CABOT 36 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CABOT 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 33.17, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.79, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the CABOT 36?

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The CABOT 36 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.89, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 304.24, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a CABOT 36?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CABOT 36 is estimated at $2.2K – $5.8K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a CABOT 36 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CABOT 36 (35.58ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.2K – $5.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $250-$450/year (based on $27,500 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 35.58ft boat: Florida: $6,400-$17,100/year. California: $6,000-$14,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$10,000/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,700/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,700/year. Washington: $5,100-$11,100/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,800-$7,700/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $28K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a CABOT 36?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CABOT 36 (35.58ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,400-$17,100/year. California: $6,000-$14,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$10,000/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,700/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,700/year. Washington: $5,100-$11,100/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,800-$7,700/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,700/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 9

What are the common problems with the CABOT 36?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 11 issues reported for the CABOT 36 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, deck, hull, engine, structural, 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 CABOT 36.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a CABOT 36?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CABOT 36, SailPages.com has compiled 11 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, deck, hull, engine, structural. 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 CABOT 36 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the CABOT 36?

Accepted Answer

The CABOT 36 has the following rig dimensions: I=44.5ft (foretriangle height), J=14.8ft (foretriangle base), P=39ft (mainsail luff), E=15.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 655.7 sq ft. Jib area: 329.3 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the CABOT 36 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CABOT 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 35.58ft LOA, comfort ratio 33.17, capsize ratio 1.79, SA/disp 14.89, average price $27,500. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	35.58 ft
LWL	29.67 ft
Beam	11.67 ft
Draft	4.75 ft
Displacement	17,800 lb
Ballast	5,500.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	44.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	14.8 ft
Pmainsail luff	39 ft
Emainsail foot	15.5 ft
FLforestay	14.8 ft
Mainsail	655.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	329.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	559.8 sq ft

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