The O'Day 240 is a 24-foot trailerable daysailer and weekender designed by C.R. Hunt & Associates and built by O'Day Corporation in 1988 and 1989. Though production was brief — fewer than two years before O'Day's closure — the 240 represents the final expression of the company's commitment to accessible, family-oriented sailing. Its shallow wing keel keeps draft under three feet, making the boat easy to trail and launch at typical ramp facilities while still providing enough lateral resistance for confident upwind sailing. The cockpit is wide and self-bailing, suited to day sailing with a crew of three or four. Below, a simple cuddy cabin offers basic overnight accommodations — a V-berth forward and minimal galley — adequate for a weekend on the hook. The masthead sloop rig is straightforward and manageable for short-handed sailing. With a displacement under 3,600 lbs and a beam of 8'3", the 240 tows easily behind a mid-sized truck or SUV. The boat's relative scarcity on the used market is a direct result of its short production run, which can make finding good examples challenging but keeps values relatively stable.
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What is the Oday 240's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Oday 240 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 16.96. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Oday 240's comfort ratio?
The Oday 240 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 15.14. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Oday 240 safe for offshore sailing?
The Oday 240 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.15. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Oday 240?
The theoretical hull speed of the Oday 240 is 6.12 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Oday 240 weigh?
The Oday 240 has a displacement of 3600 and a length overall (LOA) of 24.58.
How much does a used Oday 240 cost?
Based on 2 recent market listings, used Oday 240 sailboats typically sell for between $6,000 and $6,000, with a median asking price of $6,000. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.
Who designed the Oday 240?
The Oday 240 was designed by C.r. Hunt & Associates, first built in 1988.