CD 330 Sailing Characteristics

[Annie in WA]

Opinions on CD 330's in light air, under 10 knots? Do people really use the staysail or do they often convert it to a sloop rig? Is all the teak really a lot of work? Please talk me out of my infatuation for one for sale that I saw last night. Thanks.



tomandannie@mciworld.com

[Duane Yoslov]

Opinions on CD 330's in light air, under 10 knots? Do people really use the staysail or do they often convert it to a sloop rig? Is all the teak really a lot of work? Please talk me out of my infatuation for one for sale that I saw last night. Thanks.

Annie,

We've owned our CD330 'Mystic' for 3 yrs. & we spent the first 2.5 living aboard. The wood takes about 5 days straight each year to take care of using Cetol...going gray is always an option!

In light air we tend to take the staysail off and move the inner forestay back to the mast. We then run a 135% genoa. The boat moves along just fine in this configuration so long as the wind stays above 5 kts.

Their a good boat and you can't buy more for the money.

Duane



yoslovd@aol.com

[Jaime Andersen]

Horrible boat. Bad Bad boat, evil boat. Bad light wind sailboat, 3 months work to brighten that brightwork....never buy it! But please...tell me where it is located so I may buy it!

Opinions on CD 330's in light air, under 10 knots? Do people really use the staysail or do they often convert it to a sloop rig? Is all the teak really a lot of work? Please talk me out of my infatuation for one for sale that I saw last night. Thanks.

jandersen@aai.cc

[Chris Reinke]

Annie - I wish I could mention something bad about the CD330, but I can not. I have sailed mine in all types of conditions and truly believe the CD's are one of the best cruising boats around, and definitely the best value on the market. I purchased my CD330 after several years of trying to locate the perfect one. They are not easy to come by and the differences between the CD33 and CD330 were important to my cruising plans, family, water conditions, etc. I would suggest that if the CD330 is what you are looking for, and this one is in good condition, jump on it. Otherwise you will be stuck looking at floating condominiums (i.e. Hunter, Beneteau, etc) and wishing you had acted on the CD when you had the chance.

The Cetol takes a few hours each morning for about a week to complete. I have retained the cutter rig and would not consider changing it. I use a yankee on a roller which is great when out for a casual sail. The high cut allows for excellent visibility. The self tacking staysail is a great bonus when sailing solo.

I guess I have not helped your situation much.

Opinions on CD 330's in light air, under 10 knots? Do people really use the staysail or do they often convert it to a sloop rig? Is all the teak really a lot of work? Please talk me out of my infatuation for one for sale that I saw last night. Thanks.

chris.reinke@transamerica.com

[John Nuttall]

......all the other stuff won't matter - you'll adjust

Go for it!
John Nuttall
s/v Aimless
CD#31 #28
Oriental, NC



nuttallj@msn.com

[Bob Luby]

Annie: I have but a lowly 25D, but I'd like to offer the following observations.

1. Teak- If you use Cetol in a northern clime (I'm in New England)
just be sure that you don't let it wear through. If you do that, 2 to 4 coats a year without sanding ( scuffing only, with scotchbrite ) keeps it looking OK. Not gorgeous, but OK.

2. I don't know what other boats you are considering, but bear in mind the CD's full keel. It makes your ride smoother,and facilitates self-steering, so you are less fatigued. It's great when you can set the sails relax and let the boat steer itself. On the other hand, some sailors may see this as a lack of responsiveness.

Good luck, and If you don't buy the 330, please post who's selling it on this board, There will be a number of us who will be interested in it.



Rluby@aol.com

[Mike Kennedy]

We currently have an original owner 1982 CD 33 for sale in Dana Point, CA (Southern Cal.). Information is at www.dreamcatcheryachts.com. Let me know if any of you are interested.

Mike Kennedy _____/)______



mike@dreamcatcheryachts.com