Question 1

What are the specs of the SADLER 29?

Accepted Answer

The SADLER 29 has the following specifications: 28.42ft LOA, 9.5ft beam, 4.92ft draft, 8,200lb displacement, 3,399.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SADLER 29 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SADLER 29 has an average asking price of $16,894, with prices ranging from $6,985 to $26,850 based on 29 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SADLER 29 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Sadler Yachts (UK), designed by David Sadler, first built in 1981, with production ending in 1988, 400 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SADLER 29 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SADLER 29 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 25.78, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.89, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SADLER 29?

Accepted Answer

The SADLER 29 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.68, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 307.64, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SADLER 29?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SADLER 29 is estimated at $1.2K – $3.3K. 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 SADLER 29 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SADLER 29 (28.42ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$250/year (based on $16,894 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 28.42ft boat: Florida: $5,100-$13,600/year. California: $4,800-$11,900/year. Massachusetts: $3,600-$8,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,600-$9,900/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 $21K 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 SADLER 29?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SADLER 29 (28.42ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,100-$13,600/year. California: $4,800-$11,900/year. Massachusetts: $3,600-$8,000/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,600-$9,900/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 SADLER 29?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SADLER 29 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, 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 SADLER 29.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SADLER 29?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SADLER 29, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing, 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 SADLER 29 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 SADLER 29?

Accepted Answer

The SADLER 29 has the following rig dimensions: I=37.5ft (foretriangle height), J=11.75ft (foretriangle base), P=31.99ft (mainsail luff), E=9.48ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 384.1 sq ft. Jib area: 220.3 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SADLER 29 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SADLER 29 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28.42ft LOA, comfort ratio 25.78, capsize ratio 1.89, SA/disp 14.68, average price $16,894. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	28.42 ft
LWL	22.83 ft
Beam	9.5 ft
Draft	4.92 ft
Displacement	8,200 lb
Ballast	3,399.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	37.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.75 ft
Pmainsail luff	31.99 ft
Emainsail foot	9.48 ft
FLforestay	11.8 ft
Mainsail	384.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	220.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	374.5 sq ft

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