Question 1

What are the specs of the ULTRA 30?

Accepted Answer

The ULTRA 30 has the following specifications: 30ft LOA, 8ft beam, 6.58ft draft, 2,425lb displacement, 992.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Is the ULTRA 30 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The ULTRA 30 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 7.95, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.38, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 3

How much does it cost to maintain a ULTRA 30?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a ULTRA 30 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 4

How much does it cost to own a ULTRA 30 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the ULTRA 30 (30ft) 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 30ft 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-$9,400/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 $24K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 5

How much does it cost to dock a ULTRA 30?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the ULTRA 30 (30ft) 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-$9,400/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 6

What are the common problems with the ULTRA 30?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the ULTRA 30 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 ULTRA 30.

Question 7

What should I look for when buying a ULTRA 30?

Accepted Answer

When buying a ULTRA 30, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, 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 ULTRA 30 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 8

What are the sail dimensions of the ULTRA 30?

Accepted Answer

The ULTRA 30 has the following rig dimensions: I=37.5ft (foretriangle height), J=10.89ft (foretriangle base), P=43.9ft (mainsail luff), E=15ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 559.8 sq ft. Jib area: 204.2 sq ft.

Question 9

How does the ULTRA 30 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ULTRA 30 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 30ft LOA, comfort ratio 7.95, capsize ratio 2.38. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	30 ft
LWL	29.33 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	6.58 ft
Displacement	2,425 lb
Ballast	992.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	37.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.89 ft
Pmainsail luff	43.9 ft
Emainsail foot	15 ft
FLforestay	10.9 ft
Mainsail	559.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	204.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	671.9 sq ft

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