Question 1

What are the specs of the CAPE GEORGE 36?

Accepted Answer

The CAPE GEORGE 36 has the following specifications: 36ft LOA, 10.5ft beam, 5ft draft, 23,300lb displacement, 10,499lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a CAPE GEORGE 36 cost?

Accepted Answer

The CAPE GEORGE 36 has an average asking price of $97,833, with prices ranging from $65,000 to $139,000 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the CAPE GEORGE 36 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Cecil Lange & Son, designed by William Atkin/Ed Monk, first built in 1979.

Question 4

Is the CAPE GEORGE 36 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CAPE GEORGE 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 47.83, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.47, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the CAPE GEORGE 36?

Accepted Answer

The CAPE GEORGE 36 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.87, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 332.79, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a CAPE GEORGE 36?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CAPE GEORGE 36 is estimated at $2.2K – $5.9K. 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 CAPE GEORGE 36 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CAPE GEORGE 36 (36ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.2K – $5.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $900-$1550/year (based on $97,833 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36ft boat: Florida: $6,500-$17,300/year. California: $6,000-$15,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,200/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $29K 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 CAPE GEORGE 36?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CAPE GEORGE 36 (36ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,500-$17,300/year. California: $6,000-$15,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,500-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,500-$12,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,200/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,800/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 CAPE GEORGE 36?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 23 issues reported for the CAPE GEORGE 36 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, engine, structural, rigging, rudder, 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 CAPE GEORGE 36.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a CAPE GEORGE 36?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CAPE GEORGE 36, SailPages.com has compiled 23 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, engine, structural, rigging, rudder, hull. 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 CAPE GEORGE 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 CAPE GEORGE 36?

Accepted Answer

The CAPE GEORGE 36 has the following rig dimensions: I=46.67ft (foretriangle height), J=19.5ft (foretriangle base), P=42.5ft (mainsail luff), E=16.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 833.7 sq ft. Jib area: 455 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the CAPE GEORGE 36 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CAPE GEORGE 36 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36ft LOA, comfort ratio 47.83, capsize ratio 1.47, SA/disp 15.87, average price $97,833. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36 ft
LWL	31.5 ft
Beam	10.5 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	23,300 lb
Ballast	10,499 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.5 kn

Iforetriangle height	46.67 ft
Jforetriangle base	19.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	42.5 ft
Emainsail foot	16.5 ft
FLforestay	19.5 ft
Mainsail	833.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	455 sq ft
Spinnaker	773.6 sq ft

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