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Improve Your Catalina 30: Upgrading the World’s Most Popular 30-Footer

The Catalina 30 is a remarkable success story. We suspect that more Catalina 30s have been built than any other boat of that size anywhere in the world. While the basic boat has remained unchanged since it was introduced in 1975, there have been dozens, perhaps even hundreds, of minor developments in the boat in the course of a production run that is approaching 4,000 hulls.

The advantage of a boat in production for so long is a high degree of product refinement over the years. The challenge for the owner of an early version of the boat is to upgrade his boat to the standards of models currently in production.

In the case of the Catalina 30, a number of bulletins have been published by the builder over the years, detailing improvements to the boat. In addition, there is an active owners’ association, and many individual owners have embarked on significant programs of upgrading their boats.

As a rule, the changes to the boat over the years of production have been true improvements. At least one change, however, was less successful. The original changeover to diesel power resulted in a boat that was significantly underpowered, according to many owners.

Almost all the suggestions presented here for the upgrading of the Catalina 30 come from owners. Over 80 responded to the detailed questionnaire about the boat, and many added more pages of comments to the responses. The owners responding own boats that run the gamut of the production history of the Catalina 30, from hull number 2 to hull numbers well over 3,000!

Here, then are the suggestions of Catalina 30 owners for the improvement of the world’s most popular 30-footer. Not all will be applicable to any particular hull. Many of the changes suggested or performed by owners of early boats were incorporated into the production of later boats. In addition, some of the changes became factory retrofits, so that some older boats have been upgraded to the specifications of newer models.

Hull and Construction Details

Until very recently, all through hulls in the boat below the waterline consisted of gate valves screwed onto pipes fiberglassed into the hull. Current models utilize RC synthetic seacocks incorporating recessed through hull fittings.

The advantage of the old system is that there is no exposed, drag-inducing external skin fitting. The disadvantage is that gate valves are a generally poor substitute for seacocks, since it is not always possible to determine if they are open or closed, they can be jammed in the open position by debris, and they are as a rule more subject to corrosion.

Replacement of the gate valves with proper seacocks, either of tapered plug or ball valve construction, is recommended. Proper skin fittings should be installed at the same time, and these can either be faired in externally, or recessed (see Better Boat, February 1984).

As a rule, deck hardware is installed with large washers, but without proper backup plates. Stanchions, pulpits, and cleats can be made stronger by the addition of aluminum backup plates to help distribute load.

Like many other builders, Catalina has finally abandoned running lights mounted in the topsides. If being seen at night is a priority, install a pulpit-mounted combination running light, as is used in current production models of the Catalina 30.

Generally a little more attention to bottom detailing on the Catalina 30 should get you a little more speed. The rather large gap between the skeg and rudder should be filled in with fairing flaps to reduce crossflow. This improvement, suited to many boats, will be detailed in a future issue. In addition, lines and seaweed can jam between the forward part of the rudder blade and the bottom of the skeg. A deflecting rod, perhaps a piece of 5 11 6″ diameter bronze rod, can be glassed into the bottom of the skeg, just overlapping the opening between the rudder blade and the bottom of the skeg. In New England, this type of rudder/skeg configuration, without the deflector, is known as a potcatcher because of the amount of lobster pot warp that can lodge in the opening.

Prop skeg configuration has changed slightly over the years, but as a rule, the skegs are fairly clean airfoil bronze castings. On the new Catalina 30s we examined, the casting was quite rough, however, and would benefit from a touchup coat of epoxy and microballoons, followed by a thorough sanding to smooth it out.

Prop wash when under power can make the Catalina 30 a bear to handle for extended periods. The original rudder was redesigned, and many older boats have been retrofitted with the improved rudder which greatly reduced the helm problem. If you bought your Catalina 30 used, and find the helm excessively heavy when powering, contact Catalina for information on the new rudder. If in doubt, send a photograph of your rudder to the company. Theyll tell you whether you have the new or old version.

Rig The rig of the Catalina 30 is decidely old fashioned, with its untapered mast tube, wooden spreaders, and unanodized mast and boom. Mast and boom should be painted, both to reduce surface oxidation and improve appearance.

Standing rigging, chainplates, and rigging fittings bring negative comments from a surprising number of owners, who consider this part of the boat a weak point. Beef-up kits for lower shrouds are available from the builder at nominal cost, and most older boats have had this modification If you have an older boat and don’t know, compare your boat to a recent model nearby or take a picture and send it to the builder.

If you have closed body, stainless steel turnbuckles, replace them with open body turnbuckles of bronze, chromed bronze, or mixed bronze/stainless steel construction. Steel on steel turnbuckles have a nasty habit of seizing, and the closed body makes its difficult to judge the amount of adjustment left in the screw.

The small diameter wire used for shrouds and stays stretches excessively, according to some owners, making it difficult to maintain headstay tension. Going up one wire diameter, at least on forestay and backstay, is suggested by many owners.

Although it is rarely mentioned by owners, we would suggest replacing the wooden spreaders with airfoil aluminum spreaders.

Internal halyards, led aft along the cabin top to the cockpit, are a popular modification. There is just enough room between the forward edge of the seahood and the cabintop handrail to put turning blocks on the deck for the halyards. Be sure to stagger the halyard exit holes on the mast, and fit them with chafe guards to keep the halyard wires from eating into the mast tube.

The boat quickly develops weather helm as it heels, a not uncommon trait of wide boats such as the Catalina 30. Even sailing upright on a broad reach, there is a fair amount of weather helm. This is minimized with the tall rig/bowsprit option, and can be reduced on the standard rig by raking the mast forward slightly, and having the mainsail cut with minimum roach. Unfortunately, reducing the roach gives away sail area that the boat may need in light air. We see no reason why the bowsprit couldnt be added to the standard rig boat to move the center of effort of the sail plan further forward. This will, of course, increase the boats rating under any racing rule.

Although the shrouds are set well inboard, the genoa track is mounted atop the toerail. This may be fine for reaching, but it leaves too wide a sheeting angle for going upwind, according to owners. Installing a genoa track inboard, between the stanchions and the cabin trunk, would decrease the sheeting angle by about 5 , and significantly improve windward performance. It may be necessary to install foot blocks at the aft end of the existing genoa track to get a good lead to the sheet winches, but this inboard track could probably be used with the working jib as well, which has a poor lead to the jibsheet winches without leading the sheet through a second block on the outboard track.

Traveler location is problematic. At the aft end of the cockpit, the lead to the boom is poor, and the mainsheet can pose a problem when jibing, according to owners. Locating the traveler forward, over the companionway, both interferes with the companionway and complicates the installation of a dodger.

As on most boats, we suggest the installation of the largest self-tailing jibsheet winches that will fit atop the coamings. Overkill is a nonexistent word when it comes to handling headsail sheets, and the self-tailer is the only way to go. Once youve tried them, youll never go back.

Engine and Installation Over the years, five different engines have been used in the Catalina 30: the workhorse Atomic Four gasoline engine, and the Universal 5411, Yanmar YSB12, Universal Model 18, and Universal Model 25 diesels. The engine compartment was designed for the Atomic Four. Some of the diesels present a tight fit.

According to owners, boats equipped with the Yanmar YSB12. and Universal 5411 diesels are underpowered. The current Universal Model 18 is only slightly larger. The two most desirable engines are the Universal Model 25 and the Atomic Four.

The Atomic Four is relatively quiet and powerful. All of the diesels are more noisy, and with the exception of the Model 25, much less powerful. If youre going to repower, go to the Universal Model 25. Slight modification of the hatch under the port settee will be required to fit the diesel, which is about 3 taller than the Atomic Bomb, as it is affectionately known.

If you can possibly manage it -and space is at a premium here -try to fit some sound insulation in the engine compartment, as the boat is noisy below underway with any of the diesels.

Since the prop installation is exposed, the boat could benefit from a folding or feathering prop. Since we have experienced a slight loss in speed and power with most folding proprs, don’t do it unless you have one of the larger engines. As a rule, we prefer the feathering Max-prop to a folding prop because it generates equal thrust in both reverse and forward, unlike most folding props. Watch the tip clearance carefully, as there isn’t much room here.

If you have a 25 amp alternator and dual batteries, you should switch to a larger, 55 amp alternator. According to owners, this is a simple adaptation.

While dual batteries have always been optional, most boats are equipped with them. If yours isn’t, do it. If the batteries are in the original port side location, shift them to the starboard side, under the chart table. This will eliminate the slight port list found in some older boats.

Comfort and Convenience

Ventilation is a problem on older boats. According to many owners, the sliding port in the head leaks, and there is no provision for ventilation in bad weather. The forward-sloping bulkhead between the cockpit and the main cabin makes it impossible to leave a hatch board out in rain or heavy weather.

Opening cabintop ventilation hatches over the head and forward end of the main cabin, as found on new versions of the boat, can be easily installed on older boats.

A cockpit dodger makes it possible to leave the hatch open in bad weather but makes access to the mainsheet a problem if the hatch-mounted traveler is installed. If you don’t want a dodger, and havent led the halyards aft along the cabin trunk, cowl vents in Dorade boxes on either side of the cabintop at its aft end will provide ventilation with the main hatch shut off.

The strong taper of the sides of the companionway, coupled with the fairly narrow internal and external teak pieces which hold the drop boards, strikes us as a serious weak point. While modification of the hatch, which we feel is just too big for offshore use, may not be practical, theres no reason that the teak retainers for the drop boards can’t be made an inch wider, both inside and outside. This would mean youd have to lift the boards further to either remove them or install them, but it would also make them more secure in a knockdown.

Modifications belowdecks are as many and varied as the personalities of the owners. As a rule, most Catalina 30s from all years suffer from inadequate division of storage spaces. Vertical dividers in the galley storage spaces behind the stove would greatly increase the practicality of that storage area.

Several other galley improvements will pay dividends. While the two galley sinks help give the Catalina 30 the feel of a big boat, the outboard sink, according to owners, can flood back through the drain if the boat is well heeled on starboard tack. Wed eliminate the outboard sink, fitting a dry well for storage instead. The inboard sink probably can’t flood under most sailing conditions, so the sink drain can then be left open for use.

Owners report mediocre icebox insulation, particularly on older models. Some owners merely stuff fiberglass house insulation between the outside of the icebox and the hull, but a far more effective solution is to glue on sheet urethane.

Older boats have no insulation in the icebox lid. This can be corrected by gluing sheet urethane to the underside of the hatch, fitting as closely to the sides of the hatch as possible to still give clearance on the inside. The sheet urethane can be glassed over directly. Dont use Styrofoam -its less efficient -and don’t glass over it, if you do. It will dissolve in polyester resin. Even the insulated hatches on new versions of the boat need improved gasketing between lid and icebox to reduce heat intrusion.

The chart table has been improved on new models by making it flat, rather than angled. Angled chart tables only work when they are mounted athwartships, rather than fore and aft. Theres no reason older tables can’t be modified in the same way. While youre at it, add drop leaves to the fore and aft ends of the table to increase the working surface, and make the fiddles removable so you can use all the surface.

If the boat is to be used for any serious cruising, consider replacing the standard alcohol stove with a gas stove. CNG is offered as an option on new boats, and it will greatly increase the livability of older boats. We guarantee that the improved performance of the cook will make this a worthwhile change every time.

Your cruising will be more comfortable if you add an extra water tank under the forward cabin berth. This has become a standard option on new boats, and is an easy retrofit in older boats. Do not, however, keep this tank full for daysailing or day racing, as the weight this far forward will accentuate pitching moment.

Conclusions

The Catalina 30 comes as a fairly well equipped basic boat. However, the responses of owners indicate that a lot of customizing can significantly improve the boats function.

Because there are so many Catalina 30s in the world, it has probably been the subject of more minor modification than any other 30-footer. The changes suggested here are by no means all the modifications that owners have made. Rather, they are either the most common ones, or the ones we feel do the most to make the boat easy to sail and easy to live with.

Every boat is a compromise, from the moment it leaves the designers drawing board until the end of its life. With a lot of thought, some money, and a fair amount of thoroughly enjoyable labor, you can improve any boat. And the Catalina 30 must surely be one of the most thoroughly owner-improved boats in the history of boat-building.

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Catalina 30 Review: Features, Performance and Tech Specs

7th feb 2024 by john burnham / samantha wilson.

The Catalina 30 has had a long and illustrious life and remains to this day a favorite on the used market. Over 6,400 Catalina 30s were sold during its 25-year production run starting in 1974, testament to its solid construction, functional layout, ease of sailing, a modest price, and the strong Catalina dealer network.

So what makes it so popular? While it’s not really intended as a bluewater cruiser, the Catalina 30 handles coastal and inshore sailing with ease. It is ideal for weekends or week-long cruises thanks to its cleverly thought-out interior space. Overall, the Catalina 30 sails well, is a stable design in stiffer winds, and can be sailed single-handedly by a competent skipper.

Despite several versions throughout its production run, including the MKII, first built in 1986, and the MKIII, in 1994, the basic dimensions of the model remained unchanged: LOA 29’11", beam 10’10", displacement 10,200 lbs., and standard draft 5’3". Likewise, the interior was never altered. Catalina’s approach to the huge success of the 30 seemed to be ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!’.

Catalina 30. Rightboat seller photo.

Catalina 30 Key Features

There have been many versions of the Catalina 30 throughout its long production run, with different configurations. There have been standard and tall rigs, each with a bowsprit option, as well as shoal, wing, and deep fin keels. Following on from the MKII in 1986, the MKIII in 1994 made some noticeable changes, namely a slight widening of the hull aft, which allowed for a transom boarding platform.

The Catalina 30’s hull, like all of Catalina’s models, is built of fiberglass and polyester resin, with a deck constructed of either balsa or plywood between fiberglass laminates. Belowdecks, the Catalina 30s layout remained unchanged throughout its life. With a wide companionway creating a spacious feel to the cabin, able to accommodate up to four with a separate head, large galley, and cozy saloon, it proved popular and user-friendly. The boat has an aft cockpit with a closed transom.

While this model undoubtedly ticked a lot of boxes for many sailors, it had a few common problems, as described in various owners forums. Compression fatigue at the maststep on deck and in the bilge under the compression post has been commonly reported over the years and may need to be fixed. Likewise, old wooden spreaders sometimes fail, and leaks and separation may be experienced at the keel-to-hull joint. Ensuring these are all inspected in a thorough marine survey when buying will highlight any issues the boat might have.

Catalina 30s spacious interior with separate cabin and dinette. Rightboat seller photo.

Catalina 30 Performance

The Catalina 30 impressively straddles the line between performance and comfort, offering decent speeds compared to competitors of the same era, despite a lower sail/displacement ratio of 15.22. The fin keel version has deeper draft, lowering the center of gravity and providing better performance upwind. A higher ballast/displacement ratio means the Catalina 30 stands up well in stronger winds.

Catalina 30 Why Buy It

One of the top-selling 30-foot sailboats ever
Spacious accommodation for up to 4 people including saloon and galley
Wide, deep hull creates exceptional space above and below decks
Known for its stability under sail
Variety of models and variations to be found on the used market
Good value for money on the used market with lots in circulation
Buying used?: Possibly compromised deck cores and mast steps merit checking before purchase. For other tips when buying a used boat, read our Boat Inspection Checklist

Galley and saloon of Catalina 30. Rightboat seller photo.

Catalina 30 Technical Specifications

LOA: 29.92 ft
Beam: 10.83 ft
Draft: 5.25 ft
Rigging Type: Masthead sloop
Hull type: Fin w/spade rudder
Displacement: 10200.78 lbs
Ballast: 4200 lbs
Ballast type: Lead
Fuel tank capacity: 21 gallons
Sail area/displacement ratio: 15.22
Ballast/displacement ratio: 41.18
Critical hull speed: 6.70 knots
Engines (after mid-1980s): 3-cylinder Universal M-25 diesel engine

Enclosed cockpit and seating of Catalina 30. Rightboat seller photo.

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Written By: John Burnham / Samantha Wilson

John Burnham is a marine editor and writer with decades of journalism experience as Chief Editor of boats.com, Sailing World, Cruising World, and other boating websites. As a competitive sailor, he has led teams to world and national titles in the International One-Design, Shields, and other classes. Based in Newport, Rhode Island, John is a PCC leadership coach, a member of the America’s Cup Hall of Fame Selection Committee, and a past board member of Sail America and US Sailing. For more, see johnsburnham.com .

Samantha Wilson has spent her entire life on and around boats, from tiny sailing dinghies all the way up to superyachts. She writes for many boating and yachting publications, top charter agencies, and some of the largest travel businesses in the industry, combining her knowledge and passion of boating, travel and writing to create topical, useful and engaging content.

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International Catalina 30/309 Association

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The Original Sailing Mini-Van

The Catalina 30 was designed to take the family to a weekend of gunkhole cruising. It is built to a budget price that falls well below the cost of offshore toughness. Nobody ever said they were pretty, fancy, fast, stylish, indestructible, finely fitted, luxurious, or high-status expensive. But they are immensely practical as a vanilla boat in the real world of occasional weekend getaways and limited leisure money, because they give you most of what you need for local cruising and a surprising amount of what you think you want.

The Catalina 30 has enjoyed a production run like no other design of its size. In 25 years, over 7,000 of them have been built. Aggressive cost-control manufacturing and that high volume combined to make Catalina Yachts one of the builders who survived successive lows to become one of the dominant few in the sailboat market. The boat has evolved and improved from a short-rigged, tiller-steered version, with an Atomic-4 gas engine to today’s tall-rigged, wing-keel configurations with wheel steering and diesel power.

Used Catalina 30s are typically equipped with a main and roller furling 130% genoa, a 20-lb Danforth to fit the anchor well, dodger and/or bimini, and a basic electronics package. Newer boats may also have a propane stove, 12-volt refrigeration, a cruising spinnaker, Loran or GPS, cockpit cushions, and occasionally air conditioning. All that good sensible, usable stuff that improves the cruisability of the boat.

A Big 30-Footer! The boat feels big, both on deck and down below. The first impression of space from the double-wide companionway hatch that slides open over the galley and chart table. And lets the cooking heat escape on southern evenings as the breeze lays down.

Skippers over 6-feet tall often have problems finding full headroom afloat. The Catalina gives you 6’3″ height, with bunk lengths to match. And there is walking around room as well, which is very difficult at 30 feet. The open quarter berth gives the interior a feeling of length that is missing on boats that are chopped into small cabins. The head is large enough to shower, sit down, or change clothes in, all without getting stuck or bruised up. If you choose or have to, you can turn the boat into a bunkhouse for the kids or guests, with a vee-berth double, a dinette double, and a double quarter berth. While spaciousness is not a sailing characteristic, it is a highly valued cruising feature. And one that alone has sold a lot of Catalina 30s, especially to the wives.

For the skipper who has to have the latest in electronic navigation gadgets, the chart table concentrates the batteries, 12v DC and 120v AC panels, and nav instruments in one location conveniently near the companionway. The older models usually need additional 120v AC breakers for the charger and receptacle circuits, plus a GFI receptacle to bring their electrical system up to date.

The galley is surprisingly efficient by anyone’s standards. It is a deep U-shape to port, out of traffic flow to he cockpit and secure in a seaway (although most cruisers will not cook until the anchor is down). The counter, sink, and storage space is excellent. So the cook has some chance of turning out a decent meal there, rather than being limited to heating a can of soup or stew. The wide hatch vents cooking heat in the dog days and keeps things brighter on rainy days under the dodger.

Some Critical Details It seems that today’s skipper doesn’t feel in command of a real sailing vessel unless it has a wheel to stand behind. So of course, pedestal steering is standard on the Catalina 30. The fiberglass shell over the foam-cored rudder blade is fairly fragile at the joint where the two halves meet. And if the rubber hose section that cushions the quadrant stop compresses from the wheel being put hard over a lot, the top leading edge of the rudder shell can fracture against the skeg.

A lot of folks are convinced that they can’t leave the cockpit to handle sails. So of course, the Catalina 30 is now standard with the halyards led aft on the cabin top. There is little logic to leading the halyards aft to where the dodger keeps you from cranking the winch handle, but I’m not going to swim against the popular, city-based stream on that issue here.

The mast is a big section that rests on the cabin top. The compression loads are taken by a teak post seated on the hull pan. There is a glassed-in plywood web frame under the pan to carry the loading on down to the hull bottom. The main chain plates are bolted through the bulkheads, with the forward lowers in a partial bulkhead, and the aft lowers through an aluminum channel under the deck head. Under normal weekend use, there is little problem with this arrangement.

The engine sits under the galley counter and the “L” of the dinette settee, where there is good access to 3 sides and the top. Access to the shaft packing gland under a lift section of the galley sole is exceptionally good. Most of the boats were fitted with a Universal diesel, which has gone from a 12 horsepower, 2-cylinder model to the 3-cylinder, 22-horsepower engine. That progression was obviously made because the smaller engines weren’t enough in headwinds and current.

The bolt-on equipment such as pumps, tanks, stove, water closet, sinks, hatches, winches, blocks, and cleats, are all good, name-brands.

The Catalina 30 was not intended to be abused for long periods of time either in heavy seas or hard aground. And it doesn’t pretend to be a race boat. Aside from a greater than average number of air-entrapment voids in the deck, the boat doesn’t seem to suffer from any deficiencies that aren’t also seen on most other boats. The Catalina is the norm for blistering, water penetration in the rudder, deck leaks, and cracked rigging swages. Nothing especially alarming or unusual. Just about average.

The Bottom Line If you seek security in knowing that your vessel was meant to survive the ultimate storm or grounding, then the Catalina 30 is not for you. But, if like the average skipper, you’d like to have some easy cruising on an occasional weekend with the family, then the Catalina’s big galley, big salon table, big bunks, big head, and big cockpit all add up to a boat with more of what you want than you ever thought possible at a 30-foot price.

The boat is an excellent family entry-level choice. Demand for the boat is very strong for the very reasons that you are interested. The boats turn very quickly at fairly stable prices. So when you buy one, you can be able to come out of it in three or four years with your finances still intact.

Apr 14, 2022

Painting Catalina 30 Cabin Sole with Kiwi Grip

Updated: Apr 15, 2022

Rugs can go a long way in making a sailboat feel more like a home, but they weren't enough to cover the ugly painted floors that my boat had when I got it . I couldn't wait to figure out a better solution for my cabin sole than the layers of peeling, flaking paint I had to look at every day.

Because living on a boat means walking on the floor, it was a project that had to wait until I had some time to move off the boat. In the meantime, had a little time to explore my options.

I can't say for sure what the original flooring material was, but it wasn't teak, like many boats. Catalina 30 Mark I interiors have a fiberglass liner that covers most of the interior, including the cabin sole. I've read that some came with carpet, so that's a possibility. By the time I took ownership, any carpeting or signs of the original flooring were gone and mine was coated with probably three or four layers of paint.

Some sanding and scraping revealed that it was probably a combination of house paints and boat paints, and some stuck better than others. A sticky, blue, hard-to-sand layer made me think that maybe carpet was adhered to it at some point.

As I saw it, I had a few options (carpet wasn't one).

I could lightly sand and install a faux-teak. Because the floor of the Catalina30 is curved, the foam "teak" seemed like an easier-to-install option. But with cats on the boat, I was worried they might use it as a scratching post. That's a more expensive scratching post than I was willing to buy.

I could sand it down fully and paint it with an epoxy paint, but I wasn't sure I'd be able to sand the blue layer smooth enough for that, and I didn't want a slippery floor, either.

I could sand it well and paint it with a non-skid paint. We had experience applying Kiwi Grip on the deck of my boyfriend Jerrad's 48-foot C&C with good results. Because it's softer and more comfortable than traditional non-skid, it seemed like it could work for the interior.

I knew that the last option was a bit of a risk since it's generally used for decks on boats, but I was willing to give it a try. It meant that the surface that would be painted had to be sanded to remove any peeling paint, but it didn't have to be completely smooth, which would make dealing with the blue layer easier.

I had a trip planned around Christmas and needed to move the cats off the boat for that, and so it seemed like a good time to start the project.

Preparing for Paint

As with most boat projects, there was a lot of sanding involved. I started by alternating scraping and sanding until all the loose bits of paint came off. I taped up plastic to section off the areas I wouldn't be sanding, and then used an electric sander with 80-grit sandpaper attached to a shop vac to try to minimize dust. It was still dusty:

Several days of sanding and it looked like this:

The blue substance (likely carpet adhesive) was still a little sticky, and probably would've taken a grinder or a chemical to remove fully. But per the Kiwi Grip instructions , I didn't do that. They say,

" With a belt sander or orbital sander, remove as much of the carpet adhesive as comes easily. Don’t worry about adhesive remaining in the grain or small shards of adhesive that are difficult to remove."

I wasn't quite ready to paint, though. When previous owners removed the engine from the boat, they also altered the interior. Originally, the interior looked something like this:

Photo from Patrick Broderick, @sailingmilehigh

Photo from Lisa Hulen

(Thanks to the Catalina 30 Sailboat Owners Facebook group for helping me out with photos! I highly recommend joining if you have a Catalina 30.)

The part of the settee that covered the engine had been removed, giving my Catalina30 more floor space. A good choice, as it allowed more walking room, especially at the companionway steps. Unfortunately, the work they'd done wasn't finished well and wasn't holding up. I had to fix those issues before I could paint the floor.

I removed the work they'd done (there was a lot of Bondo and sloppy fiberglass) and glassed and faired all those areas so they'd be ready for paint.

I also opted to paint around the edges of the floor first (which meant more sanding). I wanted to have clean lines at the edge of the Kiwi Grip, and I knew that I wouldn't be able to paint right up to the edge of the textured Kiwi Grip later.

This time, I used Sherwin Williams Armorseal 1000HS , which is different from what I used in the V-berth and head . I bought the base white because I wanted a very bright space, but they can tint it to other colors. It's not cheap, but two gallons go a long way. I was able to paint my entire boat interior (in some places twice) with it.

Applying Kiwi Grip

I gave the paint several days to dry, and then taped off the edges in preparation for the Kiwi Grip. It was finally time to paint! In our experience, it's easiest as a two-person project. You need to start with a clean surface, but avoid solvents like acetone on Kiwi Grip.

Here's what you'll need to paint Kiwi Grip:

Enough Kiwi Grip for your project (I chose gray; I also like to have enough extra that I can make touch-ups later)

ExtraKiwi Grip rollers - it comes with some, but as the Kiwi grip saturates the roller and as the product dries, we found it helpful to change the rollers

Quality painters tape

A lined garbage can/bucket with open top to put used tape in

Paper towels or rags

A bucket with soapy water

A plastic trowel

An extra bucket with lid (optional) to put the Kiwi Grip in

Don't apply Kiwi Grip if it's too hot, and be sure you have adequate lighting during the process. Too dim (or too bright) of light can make it hard to notice any areas that are too thin, especially if you're painting on a similarly colored surface. I recommend reading all of the instructions .

To get started, mix the Kiwi Grip by massaging it in the package. We transferred the Kiwi Grip to a bucket with a lid to make it easier to scoop out and apply. Putting the lid back on keeps it from drying out.

We found it easiest if the first person applies the Kiwi Grip to a small area, using the plastic trowel to spread it evenly. We also prepped the roller by gently rolling it over a bit of Kiwi Grip on a piece of clean cardboard. Then the second person uses the Kiwi Grip roller to create a uniform texture. Keep your spreading and rolling movements similar - I always rolled first in one direction, and then the opposite. Keep it consistent between sections. How it looks will depend upon how thick you apply it and how you roll it. We opted for relatively thin and less textured, since it was an inside application. We've also found that the saturation of the roller makes a difference in the texture, which is why we prep the roller with a bit of paint before we start, and change out the roller when it gets too saturated. You'll find a balance as you work.

The first person can move on to applying the next small area while the second person rolls the first area. Kiwi Grip begins to dry relatively quickly, so I find it important to focus on making the transition from the one area to the next seamless. Going over it with the roller a couple times is usually enough. Work quickly and consistently and you should have good results.

For any areas that the roller won't reach (this wasn't a big problem in the interior, but more on deck around winches and such), I found we got the best results by cutting a roller into smaller pieces - often a small triangle - and mimicking the rolling movements with the small piece.

You can choose to remove the tape as you go, or after it dries with a razor. We like to remove the painters tape as we go, but it has to be done carefully. I recommend taping in well planned sections so that it's easier to remove as you go (or use scissors to cut the tape where needed so you don't pull up too much).

If you get Kiwi Grip on anything you don't want it to be on, dip a paper towel or rag in soapy water and it'll clean off easily. If you accidentally touch the painted part, it can typically be fixed with the roller if needed.

Keep going in this fashion - paint, roll, paint, roll, remove tape - until you're done. Think about entry and exit points and make a plan for how you'll approach it ahead of time. Don't paint yourself into a corner, lest you find yourself in a "floor is lava" situation. This becomes harder on a small boat with two people.

On my boat, we worked on the port side (settee to bilge), working forward to aft, first, then the starboard area near the v-berth, working back towards the companionway. The galley area and just below the companionway were last. There was some climbing on the settees to remove the tape and generally get around. We painted the bilge covers separately atop contractor bags.

And finally, a finished floor:

You should be able to walk on it the next day, but I recommend giving it several days before placing anything on it, and even more time before leaving anything heavy on it. Kiwi Grip takes some time to reach final hardness and the bond continues to improve over time.

A clean, not peeling floor made a huge difference. A bright rug and throw pillows layered in made it finally feel more finished.

Kiwi Grip as an Interior Finish - Pros and Cons

My biggest concerns with putting Kiwi Grip inside were comfort and keeping it clean. I find it to be very comfortable to walk and sit on. It's easy to clean with soap, water and a scrub brush but, because it's not a smooth surface, it holds dirt easily. So, easy to clean, not as easy to keep clean.

It's held up well, and any spots that I've noticed were from putting something heavy on it too soon, I think. You do have to be careful to keep solvents off of it, but it's otherwise a very sturdy finish.

If you need to reapply over any blemishes, doing so is easy, and the plastic bags the product is packaged in are easy to store on the boat for touch-ups. I'd suggest keeping a roller - or even just a piece of a roller - on hand for touch-ups.

I liked it enough that I painted the interior floors with Kiwi Grip again and the decks and cockpit after I finished the restoration work on the boat. I may, at some point, opt for something different inside, but I'm very happy with it now as both a cabin sole finish and deck finish.

I have a few touch-ups to make on deck after some work I've done. If you're interested in a video of the application process, I can make one when I do that work, so let me know in the comments!

This post contains Amazon Affiliate links to some of the materials that I used. I do make a small amount of money if you purchase the items following those links and I appreciate the extra income, but I also appreciate you visiting your local marine store and supporting local businesses, too. They're often a great source of knowledge, and it's where I purchased most of the items I used in my boat restoration.

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Thanks for sharing your story. Curious, you mentioned the original engine was removed, as was the mid-ship housing. What sort of engine do you now have, if not an outboard?

Also, it looks like there might have been a lot of water in the cabin at one time. Would like to know your story. What is your hull number and year?

It looks amazing!!! Great job and has given me ideas on what to do with our Cat 30. Thx for sharing.

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1987 Catalina 30

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Seller's Description

Experience the allure of the 1987 Catalina Sailboat - a harmonious fusion of classic design and contemporary comfort, tailored for the ultimate liveaboard lifestyle. Crafted to accommodate full-time living at sea or at the dock, this boat seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern conveniences.

Step inside to discover a thoughtfully arranged interior, boasting generous headroom and strategically placed ports that flood the cabin with natural light. The living spaces are ingeniously designed to offer both comfort and functionality, making it an ideal haven for extended stays on the water.

Sail with confidence and finesse, as the Catalina’s stellar sailing performance ensures steady journeys. Maneuver with ease using the user-friendly rigging, and relish the wind’s embrace as you explore new horizons.

The expansive deck features a spacious cockpit, perfect for lounging and entertaining. Enjoy the company of friends or bask in solitude while staying connected to the surrounding beauty. The galley has been customized for culinary adventures and maximum storage space, while the cozy sleeping quarters promise restful nights.

Meticulously maintained (maintenance log available), the 1987 Catalina is your gateway to a full-time liveaboard experience without sacrificing comfort or style. Immerse yourself in the romance of a life at sea, accompanied by the modern amenities you need. Don’t miss this chance to embrace a new way of living aboard the 1987 Catalina Sailboat. Dock is paid for until October 31st!

Equipment: Sails and Rigging: Mainsail Jib (roller furling) Halyards (main, jib) Sheets and Lines Lazyjacks Winches Traveler Navigation and Electronics: GPS Chartplotter Depth finder Knot meter Compass VHF Radio Radar Cockpit and Deck: Two Cockpit Cushions Bimini Top Dodger Cockpit Table Wheel Steering (w/ emergency tiller) Swim Ladder Anchor Locker Lifelines and Stanchions Fenders and Dock Lines Interior Comfort: Galley with two burner stove and custom shelving Brand new refrigerator (8/23) Sink with Hot/Cold Water Dinette/ Saloon seating V-Berth and aft quarter berth 32 inch TV Head (marine toilet) with shower Storage Cabinets and Lockers Reupholstered interior cushions (2022) Brand new kitchen and head faucets (2023) Brand new v-berth hatch (2023) Installed additional interior lighting (2022) Utilities: Twp Fresh Water Tanks with Pump Holding Black Tank (for waste) Two Shore Power Inlets Brand new Electrical Outlets (2023) Battery Charger/Inverter Safety Equipment: Life Jackets (10) Flares and Visual Distress Signals Fire Extinguishers Electric Bilge Pump (replaced 2023) Emergency Tiller & manuel bilge pump Additional Accessories: Cabin Fans Two large dockboxes

Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
LOA: Length overall in feet
Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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6,430 Catalina 30s were made. But none like this!

An exceptionally well restored and elegantly upgraded (Tall Rig) example of one of Catalina Yacht’s most beloved models, Cannoli Mia shows not just pride of ownership but a meticulous degree of enhanced workmanship to make her the most comfortable and unique boat of her class. One look at this impressive diminutive yacht and it becomes clear why the Catalina 30 was the most successful production boat in sailboat history.

With her long list of upgrades and elegant Bellafiore & Sons, Limited Edition custom appointments, from handcrafted tables to her oversized winches and rigging , this small yacht (or maybe not so small when you take into consideration her nearly 11 foot beam and 6+ feet of standing headroom below) must be seen to be truly appreciated.

Offered at $24,995

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Recent upgrades & other facts.

Handmade tiller with Raymarine Autohelm Tiller Pilot
2021 Huge canvas awning, deck, grill, winches, tiller, cockpit table, and bow sprit covers
2 AGM starting batteries (2021) and 4 AGM house batteries (2019)
Xantrex TrueCharge2 20A charger (2017)
Atomic 4 engine runs great - recently serviced with NEW carburetor 2020, and full tuneup (extra belts are parts aboard)
Harken Roller furling headsail with 150 Genoa w/padded luff (sail was new in 2016)
Hot and cold dock pressure water in galley and shower in head
Foot pump in galley and hand pump in head for fresh water away from dock
Extra water tank installed
AC/DC Italian-made Vitrifrigo refrigerated ice box
24” Naxa AC/DC TV and Kenwood AM-FM-CD-DVD with mast head TV antenna
2x Plastimo compasses in cockpit mounted P&S and a Garmin 441s Color Plotter
Upgraded Lewmar opening ports
Custom companionway teak bi-fold door plus teak hatch boards
Custom teak and holly cockpit table with canvas cover
Custom dining table (no fake butcher block Formica anywhere on this boat)
Shore power cord NEW (2019) & SmartPlug connector professionally installed in 2021
Bow and stern anchors and rode
Upgraded chainplates and shroud backing plates
Standing rigging new in 2012
Garhauer - rigid boom vang, traveler cars, sail track cars
Lewmar #40 two-speed self tailing winches
New Jabsco toilet pump assembly and sanitation hose (2022)
Kuuma Elite 316 Stern-mounted propane grill
Standard Horizon ECLIPSE DSC+ VHF
SEAWARD Princess propane 2-burner range and oven w/tank and locker (+ extra tank)
Flexible solar panels sewn into canvas pockets
Anti-chafe stainless rub strakes in various locations on the topside
Teak strips added to main siding hatch to make for easy and no-squeak opening
New dock lines and fenders (2021)
Replaced stanchions (and added boarding gate stanchions), bow and stern pulpits
Lifelines replaced and high-end pelican hooks added
Additional teak handrails added throughout boat
LED lighting and color-selectable strip lighting throughout the vessel
Dripless shaft seal
Many other galley, salon, and berth teak refinements

Cannoli Mia

With Her Large Canvas Shade Cannopy Up

Looking Forward

Strip Lighting

Salon Berth

Made Into Double Berth

Starboad Settee

6-Foot Sleeper

Teak Bureau

Hanging Locker with Bank of 4 Drawers

With Added Bead Board

Daytime Shot

Anchor Locker Hatch

With Upgraded Cpmponents

Anchor Locker With Fresh Water Intake

Anchor, Rode, and Chain

Teak Sprit with Canvas Cover

A Rare Beauty with Light Tan Hull

A True Tiny Yacht

Bulhead Mounted Electronics

Cockpit Cushions Are In Good Shape

Vinyl Cushions Are In Good Condition

Companionway

Replaced and Varnished Hatch Boards.

Custom Canvas Canopy

Recently Made, It Provides Great Shade

Custom Hand Grab Sewn Into Mainsail Cover

A Nice Toiuch For Safe Boarding

Eemax Water Heater

Works GREAT

Fresh Water Via The Dock

Hot and Cold Water in the Galley and the Shower.

Full Canvas Deck Cover

Recently Remade.

Garmin Color Chart Plotter

Hand Made Tiller

Comes With Canvas Cover

Harken Furler

Roller Furling and Canvas Bow Sprit Cover

Roller Furling and Teak Bow Sprit

Harken Roller Furler

Works Great

Hatch Boards

Solid Teak In Great Condition.

Main Sail Cover and Canopy

In Good Shape

Nicely Flaked

All Rigging Is In Good Shape.

Masthead TV Attenna

Great Over-The-Air TV Reception.

Multiple Winch Handles

New Docklines

Upgraded Heavier Dock Lines.

New Fenders

Two New White Fenders and Several Older Extras.

Oversized Rigging

Standing Rigging Is Less Than 10-years Old.

Port Cabintop Teak

Added Strakes and Good Running Rigging

All in Great Condition

Port Cabintop

Gelcoat Looks Great For a 1978

Port Lazzerette

Companionway Hatch Boards in Thier Protective Sleeves

Deep Space with Custom Sleeves for Hatch Boards.

Port Side Bow Cleat

Notice the Strake

Port Side Electronics

Garmin Chart Plotter and Plastimo Compass

Port Side Mast

Head Sail Halyard

Port Side View Of Traveller

Propane Grill

Stern Mounted Grill With Canvas Cover.

Recent Canvas

Vinyl Reinforced Canvas Mainsail Cover.

Shorepower Sleeve

Helps to Keep Your Cord Clean and Off The Deck

And Newer Dock Cordset

Newer Cordset for Shore Power (30 Amp)

Solar Panels

Flexible Solar Array for Added Charging While At Anchor

It Needs The Boots Replaced

Stainless Steel Anti-Chafe Strakes

Added in Various Locations

Starboard Cabintop Teak

Notice the Added Strakes

Starboard Compass

Plastimo Compass

Starboard Deck Hardware

Starboard Lazzerette

Safety Items Included .

Starboard Lewmar Winch

Upgraded from Standard 30

Starboard Side Mast

Main Sail Halyard

Starboard Side View Of Traveller

Stern Lazzerette

Propan Locker and Stern Anchor.

Taylor Made Dock Steps

Included In Sale.

Teak Companionway Door

Teak Bi-Fold Companionway Door

Teak Deck Items

In Great Shape

Teak and Holly Cockpit Table

Another Shot of the Cockpit Table

Beautiful Handmade Cockpit Table

Cockpit Table Canvas Cover

The Salon Berth

The One Piece Insert Makes This A Very Comfortable Nearly Queen-Sized Berth

The Aft Berth

A Huge Space Beneath The Cockpit

Nice Teak Handrails and Companion Way Glides

Garhauer Components

Good Quality Lines

Upgraded Canvas

Recently Replaced.

Upgraded Deck Hardware

Oversized Cleat

Upgraded Hardware

Number 40 2-Speed Self Taling Winches.

Boarding Stanchion.

Garhauer Boom Vang.

Garhauer Cleats and varnished Coaming Box Trim Rings.

Garhauer Low Lead Genoa Car.

Garhauer Low Lead Genoa Cars.

Garhauer Rigid Boom Vang.

Garhauer Traveler Components.

Heavy Duty Cleats All Around

Port Lazzerette Spring To Keep The Lid From Hitting You In The Head.

Rigging is One Size Larger Than Stock.

Starboard Cabintop.

Upgraded Pelican Hooks

Good Condition Life Lines (Hand Swaged)

Life Lines Are Good Throughout

Upgraded Teak Grab Rails

Varnished and Epoxy Coated.

A Chef's Delight

Nice U-Shaped Galley with Dock Pressure Hot and Cold Water and Foot Pump Fresh Water

AC-DC Refrigerated Ice Box

Dedicated Circut Breaker for Water Heater, 110v Outlet, and LED Strip Light Controller

Nice, Deep Compartment that Keeps Your Provisions COLD

Top-Loading Converted Ice Box with Custom Teak Insulated Bi-Fold Hatch

Cool Custimization

Built-in Plate Tray and Spice Drawer

Custom Coolness

Built-in Knife, Oil and Vinegar, and Salt and Pepper Holders

Custom Overhead Lights

L-Shaped Overhead Taboured Unit with 3 LED Downlights

Custom Teak Galley Doors

Tamboured Look to Match the Rest of the Boat

Looking Aft

Very Clean and Open Feeling U-Shaped Galley

With Matching Gray and Teak Stove Top Cover

Pincess Range

Clean Propane 2-Burner Stove and Oven

Awaiting for Her New Chef to Arrive

Good Use of Space with Double Sinks and Prep Areas

Welcome Aboard

Galley to Port, Nav Satation to Starboard, and Cool, See-Thru Prop Shaft Inspection Plate

Beautiful Teak Bi-Fold Doors

Clean and Updated With Extra Compartments and Teak Doors

Door Hardware Upgrade

Two New AGM Starter Batteries

New in 2021 and Four AGM house were new in 2020

Handheld Dock Pressure Water Shower

LED Strip Lighting Plus Dedicated Light Above

New Jabsco Pump Assembly and Discharge Hose

Upgraded Lewmar Opening Port For Ventilation In Addition to Cabintop Bomar Port

Above The Nav Station

Very Useful LED Down Light

Electrical Panel

AC and DC Panels, Main Battery Switches, Tank Guages, VHF, and AM-FM-CD-DVD Stereo

AC and DC Panels

The Venerable Atomic 4

Runs Like A Top!

Neatly Organized with AC and DC Panels, Main Battery Switches, Tank Guages, VHF, and AM-FM-CD-DVD Stereo

Nav Station Desk

Built-In Lights to Illuminate When Opened

Navigation Station

Hidden Compartment

The Nav Station

Lots of Storage Below (plus Battery Charger) and Lift-top desk

Voltmeter For Solar Array

Neatly Mounted At Back Of Nav Station Desk

Bar Opened, Under-lit Glass Jellyfish, and Nautical Instruments

Bar, Underlit Glass Lellyfish, and Nautical Instruments

Looking Aft with Table In Dining Position

Looking Forward with Table In Dining Position

Hand Blown Glass Jellyfish

Hand Blown Glass Stingray

LED Lighting Throughout the Boat

NAXA 24-inch TV

Port Side with LED Strip Lighting

Portside with Blue LED selected

Portside with Green LED selected

Portside with Red LED selected

Portside with White LED selected

Starboard with LED LIghting

Close-Up Closed

Close-Up Open

Roll-Top-Like Door Closed

Roll-Top-Like Door Opened

Custom Overhead LED Lighting

Above Gallery and Above Dining Area

Raw Water Cooling Minifold New In 2016

Custom Overhead LEDs

Amidship with Red Night Lens and White Down Light

Custom Table Keeper

Dining Table In Dining

Dining Table Stowed Held in Place

Dining Table Stowed With Keeper Opened

Custom Teak Dining Table

Stowed Safely on Bulkhead

Dining Table

Custom Made Table

Middle Cabin Handrail

She's a Spirited Sailor!

Starboard Settee, Bar, TV, and and Nav Station

Spacious Interior

Starboard Settee

More Customizations

Teak Remote Caddy and Spice Drawer in Galley

24-Inch Newer AC-DC HDMI TV

Portside Settee

AC-DC TV and Built-In Bar

Reinforced Chainplate

Bulkhead Mounted Teak Remotes Caddy and Gimballed Oil Lamp

The bottom was painted more than 5 years ago but has been meticulously cleaned monthly by one of San Diegio's most sought-after bottom cleaning companies. She is ready for a bottom paint.

Cannoli Mia was hauled for an inspection in March and aside from the Catalina Smile , common to nearly all MkI C30s and which has not changed in appearance in the past 3 haulouts, the bottom was found to be very good condition.It's worth noting that other production sailboats of this era also had "smiles" and that extensive research has shown no evidence of any C30 MkI's losing its keel due to this separation at the keel to hull joint.

In the reasonably warm waters of Southern California, bottom paint lasts about 5 years. Since there is a smile, and people, particularly new boat owners, are often misled by well-meaning but usually ignorant armchair sailors or those who've never owned a C30 MkI, and/or read often negative and misinformed online opinions on the subject, it is sensible for the new owners to be able to see the extent of the smile for themselves when they haulout to paint the bottom. Plus, thew will also then enjoy the entire 5 years of relatively maintenance-free (other than monthly cleanings) bottom paint.

Typically, most boatyards charge $10 to $20 per foot to haul and block the boat (i.e. put the boat on stands so that the bottom can be painted) and then "splash" the boat upon the completed repairs. A recent (March 2022) estimate from one of the more well-regarded San Diego boatyards quoted $10 per foot for a haulout and splash. The cost of the bottom painting (if you pay the yard to do it) and a cosmetic Catalina Smile "fix", replace the rudder bushings (another standard maintenance item) as well as a crusty sink drain thru-hull fitting, was about $3K.

Yes.A first and last month's payment plus a gate key deposit is required along with an approved application. The current rate is $15 per foot (and is subject to change.)

Not at its current slip but there are other marinas in San Diego where you may be able to find a "liveaboard" slip. She is a very comfortable liveaboard given her wealth of upgrades.

Yes.In March, 2022, three surveys (mechanical, rigging, and engine) were conducted and, while the current boat owner does not own those, they are available from the person who commisioned them. The cost to purchase these would be well less than conducting new surveys. NOTE: The boat's current owner corrected all of the salient recommendations suggeted by these three separate surveyors.

Yes. The boat can be lifted onto a specialized trailer (not included or available in the sale) and transported to another city/state. The mast would be "decommissioned" (i.e. lifted off of the boat via a boatyard's crane) and prepped for transport. Once at her new port, the process would be reversed: mast re-commissioned (replaced onto the deck), rigging reconnected and tuned, and then lifted back into the water.

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Our team of Precision Sails experts conducted extensive research on the web to gather information about the specific sailboat in question. We thoroughly scoured various online sources to compile relevant and accurate information for the boat owner. Our team carefully curated the information to ensure that it would be helpful and informative for the user. We understand the importance of having a deep understanding of your boat’s features, and our goal is to provide comprehensive and reliable information that will enable boat owners to make informed decisions about their sailing experience. By sharing our expertise and knowledge, we hope to empower our customers to get the most out of their sailing adventures.

All About Your Catalina 30

Rig specifications.

These are the specifications provided by the designers, but even from the factory, these boats may not be identical. The reason for this is that the sail industry often contracts manufacturing to different sources in order to achieve economies of scale. What this means is – your Catalina 30 may be more unique than you initially thought.

It’s important to note that boats are also frequently customized, so if you suspect that work has been done on yours, it’s best to take your own measurements. When ordering a sail, we will advise you if using the manufacturer’s specifications is appropriate, or if we require you to complete our own measurement forms.

I: 41.00 ft / 12.50 m

J: 11.50 ft / 3.51 m

P: 35.00 ft / 10.67 m

E: 11.50 ft / 3.51 m

Performance

The Catalina 30 sailboat has excellent performance capabilities, with a sail area of 446 sq. ft. and a displacement of 10,200 lbs. It is a responsive boat, with excellent maneuverability and stability, making it easy to handle in a variety of weather conditions. It is also a fast boat, with a top speed of around 7 knots.

Looking for a new sail? Why not opt for a custom fit to ensure optimal performance? Simply request a quote and our team will be thrilled to design a sail tailored to your boat’s precise specifications.

The Catalina 30 sailboat is packed with features that make it a great boat for cruising and racing. It has a spacious cockpit with comfortable seating and a large wheel that provides excellent control. It also has a sturdy and reliable rigging system that makes it easy to hoist and lower sails. Below deck, the Catalina 30 sailboat has a spacious and well-appointed interior, with a comfortable saloon, galley, and head.

History and Design

The Catalina 30 sailboat was first introduced in 1974 by Catalina Yachts, a leading sailboat manufacturer based in California. This boat was designed by the renowned naval architect, Frank Butler, who had a vision to create a comfortable, spacious, and seaworthy boat that would appeal to both novice and experienced sailors. One of the highpoints of the success of this keelboat design is the induction into the American Sailboat Hall of Fame.

The Catalina 30 sailboat has a sleek and modern design, with a LOA (length overall) of 29’11” and a beam (width) of 10’10”. It has a deep fin keel that provides excellent stability and performance, making it a great boat for cruising and racing. The interior of the boat is spacious and well-lit, with plenty of headroom, making it a comfortable boat for long trips.

Rigging and Sail Plan

The Catalina 30 sailboat features a reliable and sturdy rigging system that makes it easy to hoist and lower sails. The sail plan consists of a large mainsail and a smaller jib, which provide excellent performance and versatility in a variety of wind conditions. If you are searching for a new sail, consider a custom fit for a guaranteed performance boost. We would love to design a sail that fits your boat perfectly.

The Catalina 30 is a Masthead Sloop style rigging, making it a simple and familiar setup for most sailors. The rigging system on the Catalina 30 sailboat is a single-spreader masthead rig, which provides excellent support for the sails and helps to improve performance. The standing rigging consists of stainless steel wire cables that are attached to the mast and the deck of the boat, providing excellent support and stability.

The Catalina 30 sailboat is an excellent choice for sailors and boating enthusiasts who are looking for a comfortable, reliable, and seaworthy boat that can handle a variety of weather conditions. With its sleek design, excellent performance capabilities, and numerous features, the Catalina 30 sailboat is a great choice for anyone who loves to sail. We hope that this guide has been informative and helpful in your search for information about your Catalina 30.

Recommended Sails For Your Catalina 30

We would love to help you enhance your sailing experience on your Catalina 30. That’s why we have put together a list of expertly curated sail recommendations just for you. You can find more information about each sail and their specific uses by following the links to our education page.

You need a mainsail designed to give you the greatest mileage out of your vessel. Precision Sails’ custom designed mainsails come with all the standard options needed to get sailing right away, and custom options to optimize handling, performance, and shape.

Jibs, genoas, yankee cut, staysails, or working jibs, we do it all. No matter what headsail you need for you sailboat, Precision Sails’ team of sail designers will work with you to ensure your new head sail fits and performs for you. Our headsails come complete with all standard options required for the best performance and durability. Learn more about our available headsail options and customization here.

Downwind and Light Wind Sails

Sail downwind easily with your choice of our downwind and light wind sail options. We custom design and tailor every sail for your needs. Explore our symmetrical or asymmetrical spinnakers and code zeros, including what options are available for each.

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