Question 1

What are the specs of the CAL 24 (HUNT)?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 24 (HUNT) has the following specifications: 24.67ft LOA, 8ft beam, 4.25ft draft, 3,300lb displacement, 1,175.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the CAL 24 (HUNT) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Bangor Punta Marine (USA), designed by C. Raymond Hunt  & Assoc., first built in 1983.

Question 3

Is the CAL 24 (HUNT) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 24 (HUNT) is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 14.93, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.15, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the CAL 24 (HUNT)?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 24 (HUNT) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.89, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 184.15, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a CAL 24 (HUNT)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CAL 24 (HUNT) is estimated at $900 – $2.5K. 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 CAL 24 (HUNT) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CAL 24 (HUNT) (24.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $900 – $2.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 24.67ft boat: Florida: $4,400-$11,800/year. California: $4,100-$10,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,100-$6,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,100-$8,600/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,300/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,300/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,700/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,300/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $19K 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 CAL 24 (HUNT)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CAL 24 (HUNT) (24.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,400-$11,800/year. California: $4,100-$10,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,100-$6,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,100-$8,600/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,300/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,300/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,700/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,300/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,400/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 CAL 24 (HUNT)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 19 issues reported for the CAL 24 (HUNT) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, rigging, engine, deck, hull, 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 CAL 24 (HUNT).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a CAL 24 (HUNT)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CAL 24 (HUNT), SailPages.com has compiled 19 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, rigging, engine, deck, hull, 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 CAL 24 (HUNT) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the CAL 24 (HUNT)?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 24 (HUNT) has the following rig dimensions: I=29.75ft (foretriangle height), J=9.3ft (foretriangle base), P=25.75ft (mainsail luff), E=9.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 270.4 sq ft. Jib area: 138.3 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the CAL 24 (HUNT) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 24 (HUNT) is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 24.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 14.93, capsize ratio 2.15, SA/disp 18.89. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	24.67 ft
LWL	20 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	4.25 ft
Displacement	3,300 lb
Ballast	1,175.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	29.75 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.3 ft
Pmainsail luff	25.75 ft
Emainsail foot	9.5 ft
FLforestay	9.3 ft
Mainsail	270.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	138.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	235.2 sq ft

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