Question 1

What are the specs of the TRUE NORTH 34?

Accepted Answer

The TRUE NORTH 34 has the following specifications: 34.5ft LOA, 11ft beam, 5.5ft draft, 26,000lb displacement, 8,499.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the TRUE NORTH 34 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Windship  Marine(CAN), designed by Stan Huntingford, first built in 1974.

Question 3

Is the TRUE NORTH 34 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TRUE NORTH 34 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 51.99, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.49, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the TRUE NORTH 34?

Accepted Answer

The TRUE NORTH 34 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.54, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 409.1, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TRUE NORTH 34?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TRUE NORTH 34 is estimated at $2.0K – $5.5K. 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 TRUE NORTH 34 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TRUE NORTH 34 (34.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.0K – $5.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 34.5ft boat: Florida: $6,200-$16,600/year. California: $5,800-$14,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,700/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$12,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,500/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,500/year. Washington: $5,000-$10,800/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,500/year. South Carolina: $5,400-$10,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $28K 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 TRUE NORTH 34?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TRUE NORTH 34 (34.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,200-$16,600/year. California: $5,800-$14,500/year. Massachusetts: $4,300-$9,700/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,300-$12,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,100-$7,500/year. Texas: $2,500-$7,500/year. Washington: $5,000-$10,800/year. Michigan: $2,400-$5,300/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,700-$7,500/year. South Carolina: $5,400-$10,400/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 TRUE NORTH 34?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the TRUE NORTH 34 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 TRUE NORTH 34.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TRUE NORTH 34?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TRUE NORTH 34, 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 TRUE NORTH 34 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 TRUE NORTH 34?

Accepted Answer

The TRUE NORTH 34 has the following rig dimensions: I=46.5ft (foretriangle height), J=16.33ft (foretriangle base), P=40.5ft (mainsail luff), E=18ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 773.3 sq ft. Jib area: 379.7 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the TRUE NORTH 34 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TRUE NORTH 34 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 34.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 51.99, capsize ratio 1.49, SA/disp 13.54. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	34.5 ft
LWL	30.5 ft
Beam	11 ft
Draft	5.5 ft
Displacement	26,000 lb
Ballast	8,499.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	46.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	16.33 ft
Pmainsail luff	40.5 ft
Emainsail foot	18 ft
FLforestay	16.3 ft
Mainsail	773.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	379.7 sq ft
Spinnaker	645.4 sq ft

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