Question 1

What are the specs of the NASSAU  34?

Accepted Answer

The NASSAU  34 has the following specifications: 33.92ft LOA, 10.75ft beam, 5ft draft, 14,250lb displacement, 5,299.6lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the NASSAU  34 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by President Marine Ltd. (TAIWAN), designed by George Stadell III, first built in 1982, 60 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the NASSAU  34 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NASSAU  34 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 30.92, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.78, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the NASSAU  34?

Accepted Answer

The NASSAU  34 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.39, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 274.81, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a NASSAU  34?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a NASSAU  34 is estimated at $1.9K – $5.0K. 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 NASSAU  34 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NASSAU  34 (33.92ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.9K – $5.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 33.92ft boat: Florida: $6,100-$16,300/year. California: $5,700-$14,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$11,900/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,600/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$10,200/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 7

How much does it cost to dock a NASSAU  34?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NASSAU  34 (33.92ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,100-$16,300/year. California: $5,700-$14,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$11,900/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,600/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$10,200/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 NASSAU  34?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the NASSAU  34 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, 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 NASSAU  34.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a NASSAU  34?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NASSAU  34, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck. 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 NASSAU  34 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 NASSAU  34?

Accepted Answer

The NASSAU  34 has the following rig dimensions: I=44ft (foretriangle height), J=12.6ft (foretriangle base), P=37.5ft (mainsail luff), E=14ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 560.7 sq ft. Jib area: 277.2 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the NASSAU  34 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NASSAU  34 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.92ft LOA, comfort ratio 30.92, capsize ratio 1.78, SA/disp 16.39. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	33.92 ft
LWL	28.5 ft
Beam	10.75 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	14,250 lb
Ballast	5,299.6 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	44 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.6 ft
Pmainsail luff	37.5 ft
Emainsail foot	14 ft
FLforestay	12.6 ft
Mainsail	560.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	277.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	471.2 sq ft

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