Question 1

What are the specs of the RIVAL 32?

Accepted Answer

The RIVAL 32 has the following specifications: 31.83ft LOA, 9.67ft beam, 4.58ft draft, 11,650lb displacement, 4,409.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a RIVAL 32 cost?

Accepted Answer

The RIVAL 32 has an average asking price of $13,295, with prices ranging from $6,729 to $21,056 based on 7 listings.

Question 3

Who built the RIVAL 32 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Marine Construction (UK), designed by Peter Brett, first built in 1971, 200 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the RIVAL 32 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The RIVAL 32 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 32.83, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.71, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the RIVAL 32?

Accepted Answer

The RIVAL 32 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 12.65, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 353.65, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a RIVAL 32?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a RIVAL 32 is estimated at $1.7K – $4.6K. 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 RIVAL 32 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the RIVAL 32 (31.83ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.7K – $4.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$200/year (based on $13,295 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 31.83ft boat: Florida: $5,700-$15,300/year. California: $5,300-$13,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,000-$8,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,000-$11,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,800-$6,900/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,900/year. Washington: $4,600-$9,900/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,400-$6,900/year. South Carolina: $5,000-$9,500/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 8

How much does it cost to dock a RIVAL 32?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the RIVAL 32 (31.83ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,700-$15,300/year. California: $5,300-$13,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,000-$8,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,000-$11,100/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,800-$6,900/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,900/year. Washington: $4,600-$9,900/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,400-$6,900/year. South Carolina: $5,000-$9,500/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 RIVAL 32?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the RIVAL 32 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, plumbing, 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 RIVAL 32.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a RIVAL 32?

Accepted Answer

When buying a RIVAL 32, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, plumbing. 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 RIVAL 32 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 RIVAL 32?

Accepted Answer

The RIVAL 32 has the following rig dimensions: I=38ft (foretriangle height), J=12ft (foretriangle base), P=32.66ft (mainsail luff), E=11.25ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 426.4 sq ft. Jib area: 228 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the RIVAL 32 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The RIVAL 32 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 31.83ft LOA, comfort ratio 32.83, capsize ratio 1.71, SA/disp 12.65, average price $13,295. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	31.83 ft
LWL	24.5 ft
Beam	9.67 ft
Draft	4.58 ft
Displacement	11,650 lb
Ballast	4,409.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	38 ft
Jforetriangle base	12 ft
Pmainsail luff	32.66 ft
Emainsail foot	11.25 ft
FLforestay	12 ft
Mainsail	426.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	228 sq ft
Spinnaker	387.6 sq ft

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