O'DAY 290
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 28.25 ft |
| LWL | 23.33 ft |
| Beam | 10.67 ft |
| Draft | 5.25 ft |
| Displacement | 7,200 lb |
| Ballast | 2,825.3 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 39.75 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 11.3 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 34.16 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.33 ft |
| FLforestay | 11.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 415.1 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 224.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 381.8 sq ft |
About the O'DAY 290
Just before the demise of both Pearson Yachts and Oday Corp, (Cal boats closed it's doors somewhat earlier) production under the various brands was consolidated at the Pearson plant in RI, USA. The O'DAY 290 was introduced during this period. It is said to be a re-branded version of the CAL 28-2, which, in turn, had been built earlier at the O'Day plant. The O'DAY 290 was also available with a shoal draft 'Sheel' keel. Inboard engine and wheel steering were also available as options.
Direct variant of the O'DAY 290
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 28.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
10 documented issues across 4 systems, documented on the near-identical sister model CAL 28-2 (HUNT). The O'DAY 290 shares its hull, rig and keel, so these findings apply.
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