Question 1

What are the specs of the SEIDELMANN 299?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 299 has the following specifications: 29.92ft LOA, 11ft beam, 5.42ft draft, 8,000lb displacement, 3,600lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SEIDELMANN 299 cost?

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The SEIDELMANN 299 has an average asking price of $10,133, with prices ranging from $4,000 to $15,000 based on 9 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEIDELMANN 299 and when was it made?

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Built by Seidelmann Yachts (USA), designed by Bob Seidelmann, first built in 1979, with production ending in 1981.

Question 4

Is the SEIDELMANN 299 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 299 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 19.67, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.2, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the SEIDELMANN 299?

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The SEIDELMANN 299 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.22, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 258.35, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEIDELMANN 299?

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Annual maintenance for a SEIDELMANN 299 is estimated at $1.4K – $3.8K. 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 SEIDELMANN 299 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEIDELMANN 299 (29.92ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.4K – $3.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$150/year (based on $10,133 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 29.92ft boat: Florida: $5,400-$14,400/year. California: $5,000-$12,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,300/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $22K 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 SEIDELMANN 299?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEIDELMANN 299 (29.92ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,400-$14,400/year. California: $5,000-$12,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,300/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,000/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 SEIDELMANN 299?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the SEIDELMANN 299 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, deck, 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 SEIDELMANN 299.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEIDELMANN 299?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEIDELMANN 299, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, deck. 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 SEIDELMANN 299 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 SEIDELMANN 299?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 299 has the following rig dimensions: I=38.5ft (foretriangle height), J=12ft (foretriangle base), P=33ft (mainsail luff), E=12ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 444.8 sq ft. Jib area: 231 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SEIDELMANN 299 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 299 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29.92ft LOA, comfort ratio 19.67, capsize ratio 2.2, SA/disp 17.22, average price $10,133. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	29.92 ft
LWL	24 ft
Beam	11 ft
Draft	5.42 ft
Displacement	8,000 lb
Ballast	3,600 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	38.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	12 ft
Pmainsail luff	33 ft
Emainsail foot	12 ft
FLforestay	12 ft
Mainsail	444.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	231 sq ft
Spinnaker	392.7 sq ft

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