Question 1

What are the specs of the CASCADE 27?

Accepted Answer

The CASCADE 27 has the following specifications: 27ft LOA, 8.83ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 6,400lb displacement, 2,275.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a CASCADE 27 cost?

Accepted Answer

The CASCADE 27 has an average asking price of $10,250, with prices ranging from $10,250 to $10,250 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the CASCADE 27 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Yacht Constructors Inc./Cascade Yachts (USA), designed by Robert A. Smith, first built in 1978.

Question 4

Is the CASCADE 27 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CASCADE 27 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 23.47, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.91, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the CASCADE 27?

Accepted Answer

The CASCADE 27 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.2, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 287.49, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a CASCADE 27?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CASCADE 27 is estimated at $1.2K – $3.1K. 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 CASCADE 27 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CASCADE 27 (27ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$150/year (based on $10,250 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 27ft boat: Florida: $4,900-$13,000/year. California: $4,500-$11,300/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,600/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,800/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,800/year. Washington: $3,900-$8,400/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,200/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,800/year. South Carolina: $4,200-$8,100/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 8

How much does it cost to dock a CASCADE 27?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CASCADE 27 (27ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,900-$13,000/year. California: $4,500-$11,300/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,600/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,800/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,800/year. Washington: $3,900-$8,400/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,200/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,800/year. South Carolina: $4,200-$8,100/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 CASCADE 27?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the CASCADE 27 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 CASCADE 27.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a CASCADE 27?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CASCADE 27, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 CASCADE 27 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 CASCADE 27?

Accepted Answer

The CASCADE 27 has the following rig dimensions: I=34.5ft (foretriangle height), J=11.2ft (foretriangle base), P=28.75ft (mainsail luff), E=10.75ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 360.1 sq ft. Jib area: 193.2 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the CASCADE 27 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CASCADE 27 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 27ft LOA, comfort ratio 23.47, capsize ratio 1.91, SA/disp 16.2, average price $10,250. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	27 ft
LWL	21.5 ft
Beam	8.83 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	6,400 lb
Ballast	2,275.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	34.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.2 ft
Pmainsail luff	28.75 ft
Emainsail foot	10.75 ft
FLforestay	11.2 ft
Mainsail	360.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	193.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	328.4 sq ft

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