Designed by Robert A. Smith in 1961, this classic 29-footer represents solid American craftsmanship from the golden age of fiberglass sailboat production. With 355 hulls built by Yacht Constructors Inc. and later Cascade Yachts, the Cascade 29 earned a reputation as a capable coastal cruiser and club racer during its production run. The boat's traditional proportions showcase a moderate beam of 8.17 feet and respectable 4.75-foot draft, housing a fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration that provides good upwind performance. At 7,500 pounds displacement with 2,380 pounds of ballast, she offers reassuring stability for extended coastal passages. The cutter rig configuration with 417 square feet of sail area provides versatility in varying wind conditions, allowing crews to balance sail area efficiently. Her comfort ratio of 27.69 indicates a motion that favors seaworthiness over speed, while the capsize screening value of 1.67 suggests good offshore capability. The SA/Displacement ratio of 17.47 points to moderate performance characteristics typical of cruising designs from this era. With a theoretical hull speed of 6.56 knots, the Cascade 29 rewards careful sailing technique rather than pure speed, making her well-suited for coastal cruising and casual racing.
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What is the Cascade 29's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Cascade 29 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 17.47. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Cascade 29's comfort ratio?
The Cascade 29 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 27.69. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Cascade 29 safe for offshore sailing?
The Cascade 29 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.67. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Cascade 29?
The theoretical hull speed of the Cascade 29 is 6.56 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Cascade 29 weigh?
The Cascade 29 has a displacement of 7,500.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 29.00 ft.
How much does a used Cascade 29 cost?
Based on 1 recent market listings, used Cascade 29 sailboats typically sell for between $3,000 and $3,000, with a median asking price of $3,000. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.
Who designed the Cascade 29?
The Cascade 29 was designed by Robert A. Smith, first built in 1961.