Question 1

What are the specs of the SAN JUAN 28?

Accepted Answer

The SAN JUAN 28 has the following specifications: 28.67ft LOA, 10ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 6,200lb displacement, 3,100lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SAN JUAN 28 cost?

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The SAN JUAN 28 has an average asking price of $7,540, with prices ranging from $4,000 to $12,000 based on 5 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SAN JUAN 28 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Clark Boat Co. (USA), designed by Don Clark, first built in 1977, 300 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SAN JUAN 28 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SAN JUAN 28 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 18.41, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.18, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the SAN JUAN 28?

Accepted Answer

The SAN JUAN 28 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.31, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 248.59, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SAN JUAN 28?

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Annual maintenance for a SAN JUAN 28 is estimated at $1.4K – $3.6K. 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 SAN JUAN 28 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SAN JUAN 28 (28.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.4K – $3.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $7,540 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 28.67ft boat: Florida: $5,200-$13,800/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-$6,200/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,200/year. Washington: $4,100-$8,900/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,200/year. South Carolina: $4,500-$8,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K 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 SAN JUAN 28?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SAN JUAN 28 (28.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,200-$13,800/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-$6,200/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,200/year. Washington: $4,100-$8,900/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,200/year. South Carolina: $4,500-$8,600/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 SAN JUAN 28?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 8 issues reported for the SAN JUAN 28 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, deck, engine, plumbing, 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 SAN JUAN 28.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SAN JUAN 28?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SAN JUAN 28, SailPages.com has compiled 8 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, deck, engine, plumbing, 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 SAN JUAN 28 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 SAN JUAN 28?

Accepted Answer

The SAN JUAN 28 has the following rig dimensions: I=37.75ft (foretriangle height), J=12ft (foretriangle base), P=33ft (mainsail luff), E=9.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 395.8 sq ft. Jib area: 226.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SAN JUAN 28 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SAN JUAN 28 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 18.41, capsize ratio 2.18, SA/disp 18.31, average price $7,540. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	28.67 ft
LWL	22.33 ft
Beam	10 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	6,200 lb
Ballast	3,100 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	37.75 ft
Jforetriangle base	12 ft
Pmainsail luff	33 ft
Emainsail foot	9.5 ft
FLforestay	12 ft
Mainsail	395.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	226.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	385.1 sq ft

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