Question 1

What are the specs of the NORTHERN 29?

Accepted Answer

The NORTHERN 29 has the following specifications: 29ft LOA, 9ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 7,250lb displacement, 3,749.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a NORTHERN 29 cost?

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The NORTHERN 29 has an average asking price of $13,500, with prices ranging from $13,500 to $13,500 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NORTHERN 29 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Northern Yachts Ltd. (CAN), designed by Sparkman & Stephens , first built in 1972.

Question 4

Is the NORTHERN 29 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NORTHERN 29 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 25.46, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.86, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the NORTHERN 29?

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The NORTHERN 29 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.54, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 337.3, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NORTHERN 29?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a NORTHERN 29 is estimated at $1.4K – $3.7K. 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 NORTHERN 29 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NORTHERN 29 (29ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.4K – $3.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$200/year (based on $13,500 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 29ft boat: Florida: $5,200-$13,900/year. California: $4,900-$12,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,100/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,200/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,300/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,300/year. Washington: $4,200-$9,000/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,300/year. South Carolina: $4,500-$8,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $21K 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 NORTHERN 29?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NORTHERN 29 (29ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,200-$13,900/year. California: $4,900-$12,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,100/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,200/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,300/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,300/year. Washington: $4,200-$9,000/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,300/year. South Carolina: $4,500-$8,700/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 NORTHERN 29?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the NORTHERN 29 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, 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 NORTHERN 29.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NORTHERN 29?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NORTHERN 29, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine. 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 NORTHERN 29 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 NORTHERN 29?

Accepted Answer

The NORTHERN 29 has the following rig dimensions: I=37ft (foretriangle height), J=12.13ft (foretriangle base), P=32.25ft (mainsail luff), E=10ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 398.6 sq ft. Jib area: 224.4 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the NORTHERN 29 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NORTHERN 29 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29ft LOA, comfort ratio 25.46, capsize ratio 1.86, SA/disp 16.54, average price $13,500. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	29 ft
LWL	21.25 ft
Beam	9 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	7,250 lb
Ballast	3,749.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	37 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.13 ft
Pmainsail luff	32.25 ft
Emainsail foot	10 ft
FLforestay	12.1 ft
Mainsail	398.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	224.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	381.5 sq ft

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