Question 1

What are the specs of the O'DAY 34?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 34 has the following specifications: 34ft LOA, 11.25ft beam, 5.58ft draft, 11,500lb displacement, 4,600lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a O'DAY 34 cost?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 34 has an average asking price of $22,446, with prices ranging from $13,500 to $35,000 based on 21 listings.

Question 3

Who built the O'DAY 34 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by O'Day Corp. (USA), designed by C. Raymond Hunt Assoc./J. Deknatel, first built in 1980, with production ending in 1984, 241 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the O'DAY 34 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 34 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 23.33, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the O'DAY 34?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 34 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.51, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 216.04, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a O'DAY 34?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a O'DAY 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 7

How much does it cost to own a O'DAY 34 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the O'DAY 34 (34ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.9K – $5.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $200-$350/year (based on $22,446 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 34ft boat: Florida: $6,100-$16,300/year. California: $5,700-$14,300/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 $26K 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 O'DAY 34?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the O'DAY 34 (34ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,100-$16,300/year. California: $5,700-$14,300/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 9

What are the common problems with the O'DAY 34?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the O'DAY 34 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, hull, electrical, 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 O'DAY 34.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a O'DAY 34?

Accepted Answer

When buying a O'DAY 34, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel, hull, electrical. 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 O'DAY 34 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 O'DAY 34?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 34 has the following rig dimensions: I=45.83ft (foretriangle height), J=14ft (foretriangle base), P=40.75ft (mainsail luff), E=13.67ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 542.1 sq ft. Jib area: 301 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the O'DAY 34 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 34 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 34ft LOA, comfort ratio 23.33, capsize ratio 2, SA/disp 16.51, average price $22,446. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	34 ft
LWL	28.75 ft
Beam	11.25 ft
Draft	5.58 ft
Shoal Draft	4.30 ft(1.31 m)
Displacement	11,500 lb
Ballast	4,600 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	45.83 ft
Jforetriangle base	14 ft
Pmainsail luff	40.75 ft
Emainsail foot	13.67 ft
FLforestay	14 ft
Mainsail	542.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	301 sq ft
Spinnaker	511.7 sq ft

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