Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 28-2?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 28-2 has the following specifications: 28.46ft LOA, 9.83ft beam, 4.83ft draft, 7,000lb displacement, 2,550.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PEARSON 28-2 cost?

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The PEARSON 28-2 has an average asking price of $12,836, with prices ranging from $3,900 to $26,500 based on 29 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PEARSON 28-2 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1985, with production ending in 1989.

Question 4

Is the PEARSON 28-2 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 28-2 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 20.13, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.06, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the PEARSON 28-2?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 28-2 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.84, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 215.92, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 28-2?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 28-2 is estimated at $1.2K – $3.2K. 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 PEARSON 28-2 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 28-2 (28.46ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$200/year (based on $12,836 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 28.46ft boat: Florida: $5,100-$13,700/year. California: $4,800-$12,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,600-$8,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,600-$10,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,100/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,100/year. Washington: $4,100-$8,900/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,100/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $20K 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 PEARSON 28-2?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 28-2 (28.46ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,100-$13,700/year. California: $4,800-$12,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,600-$8,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,600-$10,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,100/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,100/year. Washington: $4,100-$8,900/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,100/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,500/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 PEARSON 28-2?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the PEARSON 28-2 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, rudder, 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 PEARSON 28-2.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 28-2?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 28-2, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rudder, 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 PEARSON 28-2 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 PEARSON 28-2?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 28-2 has the following rig dimensions: I=37.5ft (foretriangle height), J=11.25ft (foretriangle base), P=31.92ft (mainsail luff), E=10.75ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 396.2 sq ft. Jib area: 210.9 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PEARSON 28-2 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 28-2 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28.46ft LOA, comfort ratio 20.13, capsize ratio 2.06, SA/disp 16.84, average price $12,836. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	28.46 ft
LWL	24.37 ft
Beam	9.83 ft
Draft	4.83 ft
Shoal Draft	3.50 ft(1.07 m)
Displacement	7,000 lb
Ballast	2,550.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	37.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.25 ft
Pmainsail luff	31.92 ft
Emainsail foot	10.75 ft
FLforestay	11.3 ft
Mainsail	396.2 sq ft
Jib (100%)	210.9 sq ft
Spinnaker	358.6 sq ft

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