Question 1

What are the specs of the RAFIKI 35?

Accepted Answer

The RAFIKI 35 has the following specifications: 34.67ft LOA, 10.83ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 16,500lb displacement, 6,799.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a RAFIKI 35 cost?

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The RAFIKI 35 has an average asking price of $32,000, with prices ranging from $25,000 to $39,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the RAFIKI 35 and when was it made?

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Built by Lien Hwa (TAIWAN), designed by Stan Huntingford, first built in 1977, with production ending in 1992, 32 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the RAFIKI 35 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The RAFIKI 35 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 36.01, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.7, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the RAFIKI 35?

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The RAFIKI 35 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.01, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 354.19, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a RAFIKI 35?

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Annual maintenance for a RAFIKI 35 is estimated at $1.8K – $4.9K. 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 RAFIKI 35 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the RAFIKI 35 (34.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.8K – $4.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $300-$500/year (based on $32,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 34.67ft boat: Florida: $6,200-$16,600/year. California: $5,800-$14,600/year. Massachusetts: $4,400-$9,700/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,400-$12,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,200-$7,500/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,500/year. Washington: $5,000-$10,800/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,500/year. South Carolina: $5,400-$10,400/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 RAFIKI 35?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the RAFIKI 35 (34.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,200-$16,600/year. California: $5,800-$14,600/year. Massachusetts: $4,400-$9,700/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,400-$12,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,200-$7,500/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,500/year. Washington: $5,000-$10,800/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,500/year. South Carolina: $5,400-$10,400/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 RAFIKI 35?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the RAFIKI 35 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, interior, 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 RAFIKI 35.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a RAFIKI 35?

Accepted Answer

When buying a RAFIKI 35, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, interior. 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 RAFIKI 35 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 RAFIKI 35?

Accepted Answer

The RAFIKI 35 has the following rig dimensions: I=42.5ft (foretriangle height), J=13.5ft (foretriangle base), P=34.5ft (mainsail luff), E=14ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 547.7 sq ft. Jib area: 286.9 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the RAFIKI 35 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The RAFIKI 35 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 34.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 36.01, capsize ratio 1.7, SA/disp 13.01, average price $32,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	34.67 ft
LWL	27.5 ft
Beam	10.83 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	16,500 lb
Ballast	6,799.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	42.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	13.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	34.5 ft
Emainsail foot	14 ft
FLforestay	13.5 ft
Mainsail	547.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	286.9 sq ft
Spinnaker	487.7 sq ft

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