Question 1

What are the specs of the SEIDELMANN 34?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 34 has the following specifications: 34ft LOA, 11.82ft beam, 5.42ft draft, 11,000lb displacement, 4,999.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SEIDELMANN 34 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 34 has an average asking price of $2,000, with prices ranging from $2,000 to $2,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEIDELMANN 34 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Seidelmann Yachts (USA), designed by Bob Seidelmann, first built in 1981.

Question 4

Is the SEIDELMANN 34 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 34 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 22.04, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.13, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the SEIDELMANN 34?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 34 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.78, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 263.88, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEIDELMANN 34?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SEIDELMANN 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 SEIDELMANN 34 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEIDELMANN 34 (34ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.9K – $5.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $0-$50/year (based on $2,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 34ft boat: Florida: $6,100-$16,300/year. California: $5,700-$14,300/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$11,900/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 $4K 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 SEIDELMANN 34?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEIDELMANN 34 (34ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,100-$16,300/year. California: $5,700-$14,300/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,500/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$11,900/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 SEIDELMANN 34?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SEIDELMANN 34 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, 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 SEIDELMANN 34.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEIDELMANN 34?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEIDELMANN 34, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, 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 SEIDELMANN 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 SEIDELMANN 34?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 34 has the following rig dimensions: I=43ft (foretriangle height), J=14.5ft (foretriangle base), P=37.25ft (mainsail luff), E=11ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 533 sq ft. Jib area: 311.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SEIDELMANN 34 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEIDELMANN 34 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 34ft LOA, comfort ratio 22.04, capsize ratio 2.13, SA/disp 16.78, average price $2,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	34 ft
LWL	26.5 ft
Beam	11.82 ft
Draft	5.42 ft
Displacement	11,000 lb
Ballast	4,999.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	43 ft
Jforetriangle base	14.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	37.25 ft
Emainsail foot	11 ft
FLforestay	14.5 ft
Mainsail	533 sq ft
Jib (100%)	311.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	530 sq ft

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