Question 1

What are the specs of the SEA SPRITE 34?

Accepted Answer

The SEA SPRITE 34 has the following specifications: 33.84ft LOA, 10.25ft beam, 5ft draft, 12,800lb displacement, 4,999.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a SEA SPRITE 34 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SEA SPRITE 34 has an average asking price of $38,000, with prices ranging from $28,000 to $48,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEA SPRITE 34 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by C. E. Ryder (USA), designed by A. E. Luders, first built in 1980, 45 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SEA SPRITE 34 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEA SPRITE 34 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 33.07, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.76, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SEA SPRITE 34?

Accepted Answer

The SEA SPRITE 34 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.52, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 413.36, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEA SPRITE 34?

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Annual maintenance for a SEA SPRITE 34 is estimated at $1.9K – $5.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a SEA SPRITE 34 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEA SPRITE 34 (33.84ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.9K – $5.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $350-$600/year (based on $38,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 33.84ft boat: Florida: $6,100-$16,200/year. California: $5,700-$14,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$11,800/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,600/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$10,200/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 SEA SPRITE 34?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEA SPRITE 34 (33.84ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,100-$16,200/year. California: $5,700-$14,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$11,800/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,300/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,300/year. Washington: $4,900-$10,600/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,200/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,300/year. South Carolina: $5,300-$10,200/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 SEA SPRITE 34?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the SEA SPRITE 34 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, rigging, 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 SEA SPRITE 34.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEA SPRITE 34?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEA SPRITE 34, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rigging. 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 SEA SPRITE 34 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 SEA SPRITE 34?

Accepted Answer

The SEA SPRITE 34 has the following rig dimensions: I=39ft (foretriangle height), J=12.8ft (foretriangle base), P=40.5ft (mainsail luff), E=13.8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 551.4 sq ft. Jib area: 249.6 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SEA SPRITE 34 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEA SPRITE 34 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.84ft LOA, comfort ratio 33.07, capsize ratio 1.76, SA/disp 15.52, average price $38,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	33.84 ft
LWL	24 ft
Beam	10.25 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	12,800 lb
Ballast	4,999.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	39 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.8 ft
Pmainsail luff	40.5 ft
Emainsail foot	13.8 ft
FLforestay	12.8 ft
Mainsail	551.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	249.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	424.3 sq ft

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