Question 1

What are the specs of the TMI 30?

Accepted Answer

The TMI 30 has the following specifications: 29.92ft LOA, 11ft beam, 4.92ft draft, 9,500lb displacement, 4,250.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TMI 30 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TMI 30 has an average asking price of $10,000, with prices ranging from $10,000 to $10,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TMI 30 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Texas Marine International (USA), designed by Halsey Herreshoff, first built in 1979, with production ending in 1981, 48 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the TMI 30 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TMI 30 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 22.16, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.08, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the TMI 30?

Accepted Answer

The TMI 30 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.6, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 241.3, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TMI 30?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TMI 30 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 TMI 30 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TMI 30 (29.92ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.4K – $3.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$150/year (based on $10,000 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 TMI 30?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TMI 30 (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 TMI 30?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TMI 30 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 TMI 30.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TMI 30?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TMI 30, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel. 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 TMI 30 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 TMI 30?

Accepted Answer

The TMI 30 has the following rig dimensions: I=37.5ft (foretriangle height), J=11.25ft (foretriangle base), P=38ft (mainsail luff), E=11.75ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 452.1 sq ft. Jib area: 210.9 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TMI 30 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TMI 30 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29.92ft LOA, comfort ratio 22.16, capsize ratio 2.08, SA/disp 15.6, average price $10,000. 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	26 ft
Beam	11 ft
Draft	4.92 ft
Shoal Draft version	3.5 ft
Displacement	9,500 lb
Ballast	4,250.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	37.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.25 ft
Pmainsail luff	38 ft
Emainsail foot	11.75 ft
FLforestay	11.3 ft
Mainsail	452.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	210.9 sq ft
Spinnaker	358.6 sq ft

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