Question 1

What are the specs of the TRAVELLER 32?

Accepted Answer

The TRAVELLER 32 has the following specifications: 32.08ft LOA, 10.16ft beam, 5ft draft, 14,200lb displacement, 5,299.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the TRAVELLER 32 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by TaChiao/Rawson (USA), designed by Philip Rhodes, first built in 1970, 29 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the TRAVELLER 32 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TRAVELLER 32 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 35.01, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.68, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the TRAVELLER 32?

Accepted Answer

The TRAVELLER 32 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.91, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 319.22, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TRAVELLER 32?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TRAVELLER 32 is estimated at $1.7K – $4.7K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a TRAVELLER 32 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TRAVELLER 32 (32.08ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.7K – $4.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 32.08ft boat: Florida: $5,800-$15,400/year. California: $5,400-$13,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,000-$9,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,000-$11,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,800-$6,900/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,900/year. Washington: $4,600-$10,000/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$6,900/year. South Carolina: $5,000-$9,600/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 7

How much does it cost to dock a TRAVELLER 32?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TRAVELLER 32 (32.08ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,800-$15,400/year. California: $5,400-$13,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,000-$9,000/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,000-$11,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $3,800-$6,900/year. Texas: $2,300-$6,900/year. Washington: $4,600-$10,000/year. Michigan: $2,200-$4,900/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,500-$6,900/year. South Carolina: $5,000-$9,600/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 8

What are the common problems with the TRAVELLER 32?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TRAVELLER 32 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 TRAVELLER 32.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TRAVELLER 32?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TRAVELLER 32, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. 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 TRAVELLER 32 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the TRAVELLER 32?

Accepted Answer

The TRAVELLER 32 has the following rig dimensions: I=43.75ft (foretriangle height), J=16ft (foretriangle base), P=38ft (mainsail luff), E=15.42ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 666.4 sq ft. Jib area: 350 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the TRAVELLER 32 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TRAVELLER 32 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 32.08ft LOA, comfort ratio 35.01, capsize ratio 1.68, SA/disp 15.91. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	32.08 ft
LWL	27.08 ft
Beam	10.16 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	14,200 lb
Ballast	5,299.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	43.75 ft
Jforetriangle base	16 ft
Pmainsail luff	38 ft
Emainsail foot	15.42 ft
FLforestay	16 ft
Mainsail	666.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	350 sq ft
Spinnaker	595 sq ft

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