Question 1

What are the specs of the CAL 36?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 36 has the following specifications: 35.5ft LOA, 10.33ft beam, 5.7ft draft, 11,200lb displacement, 4,500.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a CAL 36 cost?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 36 has an average asking price of $20,000, with prices ranging from $20,000 to $20,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the CAL 36 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Jensen Marine (USA), designed by C. William Lapworth, first built in 1966.

Question 4

Is the CAL 36 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 36 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 26.12, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.85, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the CAL 36?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 36 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 19.24, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 254.03, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a CAL 36?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CAL 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 CAL 36 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CAL 36 (35.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.2K – $5.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $200-$300/year (based on $20,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 35.5ft boat: Florida: $6,400-$17,000/year. California: $6,000-$14,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$9,900/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,400/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: $5,500-$10,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $27K 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 CAL 36?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CAL 36 (35.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,400-$17,000/year. California: $6,000-$14,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$9,900/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,400/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: $5,500-$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 CAL 36?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 24 issues reported for the CAL 36 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, structural, rigging, deck, 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 CAL 36.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a CAL 36?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CAL 36, SailPages.com has compiled 24 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine, structural, rigging, deck, keel, rudder. 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 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 CAL 36?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 36 has the following rig dimensions: I=42ft (foretriangle height), J=14.5ft (foretriangle base), P=36.3ft (mainsail luff), E=16.3ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 624 sq ft. Jib area: 304.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the CAL 36 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 36 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 35.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 26.12, capsize ratio 1.85, SA/disp 19.24, average price $20,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	35.5 ft
LWL	27 ft
Beam	10.33 ft
Draft	5.7 ft
Displacement	11,200 lb
Ballast	4,500.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	42 ft
Jforetriangle base	14.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	36.3 ft
Emainsail foot	16.3 ft
FLforestay	14.5 ft
Mainsail	624 sq ft
Jib (100%)	304.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	517.7 sq ft

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