Designed by Roger Martin and built by Holby Marine starting in 1994, this rare 30-footer represents an intriguing blend of performance and cruising capabilities. With only seven hulls ever constructed, the Quest 30 stands as an exclusive entry in the competitive 30-foot sailboat market. The boat's sophisticated hull design features a fin keel with bulb and innovative dual rudder configuration, providing enhanced control and responsiveness. At 5,750 pounds with 1,700 pounds of ballast, the Quest 30 achieves a notably low comfort ratio of 12.16, indicating a relatively stiff, performance-oriented platform that prioritizes sailing ability over motion comfort at anchor. The fractional sloop rig carries 492 square feet of sail area, delivering a sail area to displacement ratio of 24.6 that places this boat firmly in high-performance territory. This configuration makes it well-suited for spirited coastal sailing and club racing, while the substantial 6.90-foot draft ensures excellent upwind performance. The capsize screening formula of 2.57 suggests good stability characteristics for offshore ventures, though the boat's performance orientation and limited production numbers indicate it's primarily designed for experienced sailors seeking a fast, responsive sailing platform rather than a traditional family cruiser.
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What is the Quest 30 Martin's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Quest 30 Martin has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 24.6. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Quest 30 Martin's comfort ratio?
The Quest 30 Martin has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 12.16. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Quest 30 Martin safe for offshore sailing?
The Quest 30 Martin has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.57. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Quest 30 Martin?
The theoretical hull speed of the Quest 30 Martin is 7.03 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Quest 30 Martin weigh?
The Quest 30 Martin has a displacement of 5,750.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 30.00 ft.
Who designed the Quest 30 Martin?
The Quest 30 Martin was designed by Roger Martin, first built in 1994.