Question 1

What are the specs of the REDWING 30 (C&C)?

Accepted Answer

The REDWING 30 (C&C) has the following specifications: 30.29ft LOA, 8.79ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 7,458lb displacement, 3,629.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the REDWING 30 (C&C) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd. (CAN), designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian, first built in 1967, with production ending in 1972.

Question 3

Is the REDWING 30 (C&C) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The REDWING 30 (C&C) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 26.2, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.8, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the REDWING 30 (C&C)?

Accepted Answer

The REDWING 30 (C&C) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.99, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 323.59, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a REDWING 30 (C&C)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a REDWING 30 (C&C) is estimated at $1.5K – $4.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a REDWING 30 (C&C) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the REDWING 30 (C&C) (30.29ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.5K – $4.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 30.29ft boat: Florida: $5,500-$14,500/year. California: $5,100-$12,700/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,400-$9,500/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $24K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a REDWING 30 (C&C)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the REDWING 30 (C&C) (30.29ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,500-$14,500/year. California: $5,100-$12,700/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,400-$9,500/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,100/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 8

What are the common problems with the REDWING 30 (C&C)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the REDWING 30 (C&C) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, keel, hull, 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 REDWING 30 (C&C).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a REDWING 30 (C&C)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a REDWING 30 (C&C), SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, keel, hull. 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 REDWING 30 (C&C) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the REDWING 30 (C&C)?

Accepted Answer

The REDWING 30 (C&C) has the following rig dimensions: I=35ft (foretriangle height), J=11.5ft (foretriangle base), P=30ft (mainsail luff), E=13.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 420 sq ft. Jib area: 201.3 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the REDWING 30 (C&C) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The REDWING 30 (C&C) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 30.29ft LOA, comfort ratio 26.2, capsize ratio 1.8, SA/disp 16.99. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	30.29 ft
LWL	21.75 ft
Beam	8.79 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	7,458 lb
Ballast	3,629.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	35 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	30 ft
Emainsail foot	13.5 ft
FLforestay	11.5 ft
Mainsail	420 sq ft
Jib (100%)	201.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	342.1 sq ft

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