Question 1

What are the specs of the TRIPP LENTSCH 29?

Accepted Answer

The TRIPP LENTSCH 29 has the following specifications: 28.9ft LOA, 8.96ft beam, 4.56ft draft, 7,716lb displacement, 3,003.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the TRIPP LENTSCH 29 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Amsterdam Shipyard G. de Vries Lentsch Jr..(NED), designed by William Tripp Jr., first built in 1963.

Question 3

Is the TRIPP LENTSCH 29 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TRIPP LENTSCH 29 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 27.9, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.82, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the TRIPP LENTSCH 29?

Accepted Answer

The TRIPP LENTSCH 29 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.92, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 399.25, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TRIPP LENTSCH 29?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TRIPP LENTSCH 29 is estimated at $1.4K – $3.7K. 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 TRIPP LENTSCH 29 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TRIPP LENTSCH 29 (28.9ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.4K – $3.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 28.9ft boat: Florida: $5,200-$13,900/year. California: $4,900-$12,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,600-$8,100/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,600-$10,100/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,200/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,200/year. Washington: $4,200-$9,000/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,200/year. South Carolina: $4,500-$8,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $23K 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 TRIPP LENTSCH 29?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TRIPP LENTSCH 29 (28.9ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,200-$13,900/year. California: $4,900-$12,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,600-$8,100/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,600-$10,100/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,200/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,200/year. Washington: $4,200-$9,000/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,200/year. South Carolina: $4,500-$8,700/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 TRIPP LENTSCH 29?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the TRIPP LENTSCH 29 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, rudder, 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 TRIPP LENTSCH 29.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TRIPP LENTSCH 29?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TRIPP LENTSCH 29, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rudder. 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 TRIPP LENTSCH 29 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 TRIPP LENTSCH 29?

Accepted Answer

The TRIPP LENTSCH 29 has the following rig dimensions: I=32.5ft (foretriangle height), J=10.3ft (foretriangle base), P=28ft (mainsail luff), E=14ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 379.1 sq ft. Jib area: 167.4 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the TRIPP LENTSCH 29 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TRIPP LENTSCH 29 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28.9ft LOA, comfort ratio 27.9, capsize ratio 1.82, SA/disp 14.92. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	28.9 ft
LWL	20.51 ft
Beam	8.96 ft
Draft	4.56 ft
Displacement	7,716 lb
Ballast	3,003.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.1 kn

Iforetriangle height	32.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.3 ft
Pmainsail luff	28 ft
Emainsail foot	14 ft
FLforestay	10.3 ft
Mainsail	379.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	167.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	284.5 sq ft

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