Question 1

What are the specs of the CHALLENGE 30?

Accepted Answer

The CHALLENGE 30 has the following specifications: 29.53ft LOA, 21ft beam, 5.91ft draft, 3,086lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Frac. Sloop (Free standing). Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the CHALLENGE 30 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Naval Force 3 (FRA), designed by Gaudry, first built in 1996.

Question 3

Is the CHALLENGE 30 good for offshore sailing?

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The CHALLENGE 30 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull.  The capsize screening ratio is 5.78, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the CHALLENGE 30?

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The CHALLENGE 30 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 43.14, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a CHALLENGE 30?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CHALLENGE 30 is estimated at $1.2K – $3.3K. 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 CHALLENGE 30 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the CHALLENGE 30 (29.53ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 29.53ft boat: Florida: $5,300-$14,200/year. California: $5,000-$12,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,400/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,400/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,200/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,400/year. South Carolina: $4,600-$8,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $23K 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 CHALLENGE 30?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CHALLENGE 30 (29.53ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,300-$14,200/year. California: $5,000-$12,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,400/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,400/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,200/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,400/year. South Carolina: $4,600-$8,900/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 CHALLENGE 30?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 7 issues reported for the CHALLENGE 30 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, rigging, deck, engine, 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 CHALLENGE 30.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a CHALLENGE 30?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CHALLENGE 30, SailPages.com has compiled 7 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, rigging, deck, engine, keel. 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 CHALLENGE 30 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the CHALLENGE 30 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CHALLENGE 30 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29.53ft LOA, capsize ratio 5.78, SA/disp 43.14. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	29.53 ft
Beam	21 ft
Draft	5.91 ft/ 1.31 ft min
Displacement	3,086 lb

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