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30-08-2012, 20:22  
? Things to watch out for? Strong points?
Thanks.
30-08-2012, 21:04  
Boat: 1976 Sabre 28-2
 . The 28 was a fin keeler with external to flange. Not a great fan of this type of construction because it leaves that vital joint hanging out in the where it can be easily damaged. The rubber strake that they hide the joint with deteriorates with age and seems to be hard to replace cosmetically. The new just seemed to be more cheaply built. Also, the later boats were not as good looking as the earlier and S&S designs and many were downright ugly.

I'd look for a 29 if I was going to buy a of that size from that era. It's a good looking S&S design that was well built and well. A I'd take almost anywhere if I could squeeze myself and into it.
30-08-2012, 21:34  
Boat: 15 foot Canoe
I sailed aboard a Columbia 28 from to Lanai and then to the windward side (Hilo) on Island in one and it was surprisingly strong.
If you can find one in good shape and well maintained I think it would make a good coastal cruiser and maybe even do more depending on your sailing experience. I'd look for one with a vs the Atomic 4 gas .
kind regards,
30-08-2012, 21:47  
to Lanai and then to the windward side (Hilo) on Island in one and it was surprisingly strong.
vs the Atomic 4 gas .
kind regards,
30-08-2012, 21:49  
Boat: 15 foot Canoe
 7.5 for . It was more than enough and sipped gas.
kind regards,
30-08-2012, 22:00  
7.5 outboard for power. It was more than enough power and sipped gas.
kind regards,
09-09-2012, 15:34  
and if well cared for should last practically forever. Mine has an inboard well in the for an outboard to drop into but thats been sealed and the outboard mounted on the transom. Like the above poster i have an 8 hp and its more than adequate, at 30 pct throttle it will gradually slip through the at 3-4 kts, sipping . Doubling the throttle to 60 pct only bumps it up half a and is a waste of gas.

In that era columbia was thousands of boats so the thing to watch for is how far along in the design the one you are looking at was made. Ie if they started that model in 67 then a 69 would be a great boat, but a 75 would have a lot of defects. As long as your boat was made fairly early on then the would still be good and not have many glassed over defects that would effect performance.

For example my mk 2 is a 72, they started the model in 68. Mine like a tank points upwind great and tracks awesome, grabs even at 50 deg heel. Another poster on here bought a brand new one off the line in 77 and found that the didnt grab at high heel, it would track to leeward when sailing into the and he had problems with the to join leaking. Same boat model. Eventually the got so bad that they altered it and removed some of the finer design elements and made the col 26 k, theres one in the slip behind me and it looks like a peice of junk, much lower quality.

Point im trying to make is the fellow with the 77 and my boat were the same but later in the series defects gave him a vastly different boat in handling than mine 5 years older.

Also another thing to look at is the hull . Bill tripp made great boats some of the other designers that columbia used not so much. Look up the and see what people thought of their designs.

Hope this helps.

Also on the outboard/inboard topic the inboards are much more expensive to fixx, find for or replace. Ie if you get a 1969 boat with the original you are relying on a that is 40 years old. Not unlike with a car engine thats 40 years old you could end up on a quest for or a technician spending a lot longer to fumble around and figure out whats wrong. Hours with the = $$ and if you cant find it you could end up having to retrofit in a new engine.
09-09-2012, 21:03  
should carry over to any boat I look at.
03-10-2012, 08:23  
coast and to all the Channel Islands. I lived aboard for more than 5 years and had thousands of hours operating time on her which I used for sea experience to obtain my 100 ton masters in 1984.

Take it from me, the old "Artemisia" was built like a tank. Never had any structural, cosmetic or problems-i.e. no , no , no anything! She sailed extremely well on a broad reach, but was also fairly fast close hauled. We once sailed her from Los Angeles Harbor's Angels Gate Light to Long Point, , on a beam reach, in just over 3 hours-that's averaging about 7.5-8.0 kts!

I was concerned about the external lead ballast since the were regular and rusted where standing in the kept them wet. I put new on them. However, there were never any separation problems with the ballast or the rudder, even after I grounded her a couple of times at .

She had the original, reliable Atomic 4 inboard, which also never failed me, and only required periodic tune ups and changes. I replaced the original system with a new plastic tank unit which worked great. The old unit was clogged and caused water to back up into the which damaged the valves. So, I did an easy valve job on her, in the boat, and off we went again.

I can't tell you how many wonderful times and great sails I had on the old girl. I single- handed her most of the time and she was a joy to . I would recommend that an extender be attached to the tiller and that you have an automatic pilot. Since she is a fin , spade rudder design, she will not hold a point of sail very long if you release the tiller to take a leak, etc. The rudder is hung in space with a steel post, which can loosen up in the tube over time. Simple fix by replacing the gaskets. Also, I had to beef up the tiller bracket for additional strength.

Overall, she was a great vessel, and roomy enough inside to be a comfortable for two large adults. We would provision with ample stores, water and , and take her cruising for 1-2 weeks at a time.

Overall, I would highly recommend a Columbia 28, MK II, especially now that you can pick one up for as low as $2,000.00. I paid $15,000 in 1980, and never regretted the decision-it was worth every penny.

I still miss her and dream more about her than any animate mistress that has crossed my path!

Feel free to contact me for additional information.

Good Sailing,

Joe Ratliff
03-10-2012, 08:33  
in mind for future possibilities.
03-10-2012, 09:21  
Boat: Lafitte 44
03-10-2012, 16:40  
06-04-2018, 14:23  
coast and to all the Channel Islands. I lived aboard for more than 5 years and had thousands of hours operating time on her which I used for sea experience to obtain my 100 ton masters in 1984.

Take it from me, the old "Artemisia" was built like a tank. Never had any structural, cosmetic or problems-i.e. no , no , no anything! She sailed extremely well on a broad reach, but was also fairly fast close hauled. We once sailed her from Los Angeles Harbor's Angels Gate Light to Long Point, Island, on a beam reach, in just over 3 hours-that's averaging about 7.5-8.0 kts!

I was concerned about the external lead ballast since the were regular steel and rusted where standing water in the kept them wet. I put new on them. However, there were never any separation problems with the ballast or the rudder, even after I grounded her a couple of times at Island.

She had the original, reliable Atomic 4 inboard, which also never failed me, and only required periodic tune ups and changes. I replaced the original steel system with a new plastic tank unit which worked great. The old unit was clogged and caused water to back up into the which damaged the valves. So, I did an easy valve job on her, in the boat, and off we went again.

I can't tell you how many wonderful times and great sails I had on the old girl. I single- handed her most of the time and she was a joy to . I would recommend that an extender be attached to the tiller and that you have an automatic pilot. Since she is a fin , spade rudder design, she will not hold a point of sail very long if you release the tiller to take a leak, etc. The rudder is hung in space with a steel post, which can loosen up in the tube over time. Simple fix by replacing the gaskets. Also, I had to beef up the tiller bracket for additional strength.

Overall, she was a great vessel, and roomy enough inside to be a comfortable for two large adults. We would provision with ample stores, water and fuel, and take her cruising for 1-2 weeks at a time.

Overall, I would highly recommend a Columbia 28, MK II, especially now that you can pick one up for as low as $2,000.00. I paid $15,000 in 1980, and never regretted the decision-it was worth every penny.

I still miss her and dream more about her than any animate mistress that has crossed my path!

Feel free to contact me for additional information.

Good Sailing,

Joe Ratliff
 
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COLUMBIA 28 has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about COLUMBIA 28 and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

Boat Information

Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, rig and sail specs, auxillary power tank, accomodations, contributions, who designed the columbia 28.

COLUMBIA 28 was designed by William Crealock.

Who builds COLUMBIA 28?

COLUMBIA 28 is built by Columbia Yachts.

When was COLUMBIA 28 first built?

COLUMBIA 28 was first built in 1967.

How long is COLUMBIA 28?

COLUMBIA 28 is 6.61 m in length.

What is mast height on COLUMBIA 28?

COLUMBIA 28 has a mast height of 8.15 m.

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Columbia 28 2

The columbia 28 2 is a 27.58ft masthead sloop designed by william crealock and built in fiberglass by columbia yachts since 1969..

The Columbia 28 2 is a moderate weight sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser. The fuel capacity is originally very small. There is a very short water supply range.

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Model Columbia 28 2
Length 27.58 ft
Beam 8.50 ft
Draft 4.80 ft
Country United states (North America)
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Sail area / displ. 16.01
Ballast / displ. 44.12 %
Displ. / length 291.81
Comfort ratio 25.79
Capsize 1.80
Hull type Monohull fin keel with spade rudder
Construction Fiberglass
Waterline length 21.83 ft
Maximum draft 4.80 ft
Displacement 6800 lbs
Ballast 3000 lbs
Hull speed 6.26 knots

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Rigging Masthead Sloop
Sail area (100%) 358 sq.ft
Air draft 0 ft ??
Sail area fore 204 sq.ft
Sail area main 154.82 sq.ft
I 34 ft
J 12 ft
P 27.33 ft
E 11.33 ft
Nb engines 1
Total power 0 HP
Fuel capacity 12 gals

Accommodations

Water capacity 18 gals
Headroom 0 ft
Nb of cabins 0
Nb of berths 0
Nb heads 0

Builder data

Builder Columbia Yachts
Designer William Crealock
First built 1969
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Number built 0 ??

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Columbia 28-2

Columbia 28-2 is a 27 ′ 7 ″ / 8.4 m monohull sailboat designed by William Crealock and built by Columbia Yachts starting in 1969.

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)

Besides a slightly different keel and sail plan than the earlier COLUMBIA 28, they are nearly the same. Also similar to CORONADO 28. Later available in ‘kit’ form as the SAILCRAFTER 28.

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Any Info on this Columbia 28?

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  • Start date Jan 10, 2006
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I am looking at what is being represented as a 1978 Columbia 28. However, I have been unable to find any info anywhere online about this particular model. Even the Columbia website showing all of the models didn't show this one. Can anyone take a look at the photo and tell me about the boat? Thanks!  

Ross

Check the HIN and google "hull identification numbers." It will tell you everything you need to know about the boat and her parents.  

Larry Wilson

Larry Wilson

Eric White may know..... The entire Columbia Yacht Owners Association list has been trying to figure out what that boat is...so far no luck. The Serial number doesn't match anything I've ever seen ....Eric White may know..he's pretty much the expert. contact him here.... Eric White ([email protected])  

Stephen Scott

That boat is junk! Rin away fast! That boat is complete junk. Very dangerous. Do not get involved with it in any way. Give me theexact location and the owners name and I will go deal with it personally. stephen  

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Junk quote questioned, what gives? Question I have is how and why this poster (Stephen Scott) would say this? He claims, by giving none of the facts which give rise to his opinion, to be an expert, but why would I or anyone agree that he is? The boat photo looks suspiciously like the photo of a Columbia 25 that I saw posted on ebay. What gives? Does anyone else agree with or believe Stephen, or disagree with him, based on the photo only? Or was the posting just a joke, (not funny) where Stephen was just taking a jab at the original poster seeking information?  

columbia 28 AS THE OWNER OF A COLUMBIA 28, THE FOTO YOU SHOW IS NOT ONE, I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT SHE IS BUT SHE IS NOT A COLUMBIA 28. GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY SAILING.  

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Review of Columbia 28

Basic specs..

The hull is made of fibreglass. Generally, a hull made of fibreglass requires only a minimum of maintenance during the sailing season. And outside the sailing season, just bottom cleaning and perhaps anti-fouling painting once a year - a few hours of work, that's all.

The boat equipped with a masthead rig. The advantage of a masthead rig is its simplicity and the fact that a given sail area - compared with a fractional rig - can be carried lower and thus with less heeling moment.

The Columbia 28 has been built with different keel alternatives.

Unknown keel type

The boat can enter even shallow marinas as the draft is just about 1.34 - 1.44 meter (4.40 - 4.70 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.

The Columbia 28 is equipped with a fin keel. The fin keel is the most common keel and provides splendid manoeuvrability. The downside is that it has less directional stability than a long keel.

The boat can enter even shallow marinas as the draft is just about 1.40 - 1.50 meter (4.59 - 4.89 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.

Columbia 28 is typically equipped with an inboard Universal Atomic 4 gasoline engine at 30 hp (22 kW).

Sailing characteristics

This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.

What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?

The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 6.4 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.

The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Columbia 28 is about 121 kg/cm, alternatively 681 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 121 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 681 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.

Sailing statistics

This section is statistical comparison with similar boats of the same category. The basis of the following statistical computations is our unique database with more than 26,000 different boat types and 350,000 data points.

What is L/B (Length Beam Ratio)?

Maintenance

When buying anti-fouling bottom paint, it's nice to know how much to buy. The surface of the wet bottom is about 21m 2 (226 ft 2 ). Based on this, your favourite maritime shop can tell you the quantity you need.

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If you need to renew parts of your running rig and is not quite sure of the dimensions, you may find the estimates computed below useful.

UsageLengthDiameter
Mainsail halyard 21.7 m(71.1 feet)8 mm(5/16 inch)
Jib/genoa halyard21.7 m(71.1 feet)8 mm(5/16 inch)
Spinnaker halyard21.7 m(71.1 feet)8 mm(5/16 inch)
Jib sheet 8.4 m(27.6 feet)10 mm(3/8 inch)
Genoa sheet8.4 m(27.6 feet)10 mm(3/8 inch)
Mainsheet 21.0 m(69.0 feet)10 mm(3/8 inch)
Spinnaker sheet18.5 m(60.7 feet)10 mm(3/8 inch)
Cunningham3.5 m(11.3 feet)8 mm(5/16 inch)
Kickingstrap6.9 m(22.6 feet)8 mm(5/16 inch)
Clew-outhaul6.9 m(22.6 feet)8 mm(5/16 inch)

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I am new to sailing and trying to find a boat that I can work on fixing up with my son so that we can learn to sail. I found a Columbia 28 for sale in my area for $500. It is in the water and does not come with a trailer. It comes with one sail (main) and a diesel engine (it has not been started in awhile owner was not sure if it would run but thought it would). It has a clear title and sound hull. I am going to inspected tomorrow morning and I was hoping I could get an idea what to look for. Any suggestions from Columbia owners would be great. Any suggestions from anyone would be great. – Thanks for your help.  

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It takes a great deal of expertise to properly inspect (survey) a 28 foot sailboat. Have it surveyed by the best surveyor you can find in your area. Even a $500.00 boat needs a proper survey prior to purchase. So do free boats of that size. There are often problems lurking in used boats that can be very expensive to remedy, and you can easily exceed what it might have cost to buy a similar boat in good, sail-away condition. Elbow grease is cheap, but sailboat parts are anything but.  

Here's a link to a Sailnet contributer's website. Look through his how to articles until you find his "hall of fail". It documents many things he's found that have been done wrong on sailboats, usually by the previous owner, but many times by the manufacturer. Very sobering. http://www.marinehowto.com  

When I was a catamaran sailor we used to say there is no such thing as a free boat. I think that applies now to the nth degree. I was offered a similar boat, after I totaled winches, sails , boom, standing rigging, running rigging, haul out, inspection, you name it. I spent more money and bought one in better shape.  

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This link will help you inspect the boat and decide if it is worth buying or hiring a survey for it. It's on Sailnet. http://www.sailnet.com/forums/boat-review-purchase-forum/48177-boat-inspection-trip-tips.html  

My initial thought is that a $500 boat this size means you are just buying the slip, and the boat is headed to the junk yard. Of course I haven't seen it, or even pictures, but my gut is saying you need to budget $20,000 to get this boat back in shape, and it could be much more. 1) non working engine. My guess is $10k for a repower by the time you are all said and done 2) new jib $2k 3) all new running rigging $2k 4) odds and ends 4-5k Unless she passed survey (and that motor works) I would run from this deal. Much like free boats, cheap boats are often times more expensive than expensive ones.  

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Stumble said: 1) non working engine. My guess is $10k for a repower by the time you are all said and done 2) new jib $2k 3) all new running rigging $2k 4) odds and ends 4-5k Click to expand...

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Captnscrub said: I am new to sailing and trying to find a boat that I can work on fixing up with my son so that we can learn to sail. I found a Columbia 28 for sale in my area for $500. It is in the water and does not come with a trailer. It comes with one sail (main) and a diesel engine (it has not been started in awhile owner was not sure if it would run but thought it would). It has a clear title and sound hull. I am going to inspected tomorrow morning and I was hoping I could get an idea what to look for. Any suggestions from Columbia owners would be great. Any suggestions from anyone would be great. - Thanks for your help. Click to expand...

I agree with those that suggest a surveyor and a haul out. The boat could have a badly blistered bottom and to correct that issue could easily cost thousands. 25 years ago, my brother bought a 40' trawler. The bottom had a serious issue that even his surveyor miss-diagnosed. $16,000 to correct the problem.  

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If you are new to sailing, don't start with a piece of junk. Get yourself a smaller trailerable boat that is fully functional and go for it. Smaller boats on trailers are easier to work on, cheaper in the long run, and just as much fun to sail as the big ones. Even on these smaller used boats you will find plenty of little projects to do with your son. But they will be much easier and cheaper to accomplish.  

Very good advice!  

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Thank you all for your comments and advice. I decided not to buy the boat. Although it was very close. I think I am going to take krisscross's advice and buy something smaller and ready to go that my kids and I can learn to sail on. I think we can spend a year or so learning the basics then move up to a little larger boat to explore southwest Florida.  

Don't buy anything until you at least look at a Catalina 22. Easy to sail can sleep 2 + 2 kids big cockpit. Huge numbers sold so bits are available off the shelf. Easy to resell. A slightly scruffy one will be 2k without a trailer 3k with. At that price should come with sails and working OB.  

Totally agree...A C-22 would make a great starter boat.  

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C22's are great boats, but I'd also include the C25 in there. Still trailerable, but more comfortable for a small family, especially if you're going to be staying overnight on the boat.  

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  1. COLUMBIA 28

    A boat with a BN of 1.6 or greater is a boat that will be reefed often in offshore cruising. Derek Harvey, "Multihulls for Cruising and Racing", International Marine, Camden, Maine, 1991, states that a BN of 1 is generally accepted as the dividing line between so-called slow and fast multihulls.

  2. Columbia 28

    The Columbia 28 is a 27.58ft masthead sloop designed by William Crealock and built in fiberglass by Columbia Yachts since 1967. 553 units have been built. The Columbia 28 is a moderate weight sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is very stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser.

  3. Columbia 28

    Columbia 28 is a 27′ 7″ / 8.4 m monohull sailboat designed by William Crealock and built by Columbia Yachts starting in 1967. ... 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. Formula. D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³ D: Displacement of the boat in pounds. LWL ...

  4. Opinions on a Late 60's Columbia 28?

    The 28 was the first of the 'new' direction for Columbia. The 28 was a fin keeler with external hull to deck flange. Not a great fan of this type of construction because it leaves that vital joint hanging out in the wind where it can be easily damaged. The rubber strake that they hide the joint with deteriorates with age and seems to be hard to ...

  5. Review of Columbia 28 Mk II

    The Columbia 28 Mk II is equipped with a fin keel. The fin keel is the most common keel and provides splendid manoeuvrability. The downside is that it has less directional stability than a long keel. The boat can enter even shallow marinas as the draft is just about 1.46 - 1.56 meter (4.79 - 5.09 ft) dependent on the load.

  6. COLUMBIA 28: Reviews, Specifications, Built, Engine

    If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of COLUMBIA 28. Built by Columbia Yachts and designed by William Crealock, the boat was first built in 1967. It has a hull type of Fin w/spade rudder and LOA is 8.41. Its sail area/displacement ratio 15.81.

  7. Columbia 28 2

    The Columbia 28 2 is a 27.58ft masthead sloop designed by William Crealock and built in fiberglass by Columbia Yachts since 1969. The Columbia 28 2 is a moderate weight sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser.

  8. Columbia 28

    Sailboat data, rig dimensions and recommended sail areas for Columbia 28 sailboat. Tech info about rigging, halyards, sheets, mainsail covers and more.

  9. Review of Columbia 28

    The Columbia 28 is equipped with a finn keel. A boat with a fin keel is more manoeuvrable but has less directional stability than a similar boat with a long keel. The boat can enter even shallow marinas as the draft is just about 1.34 - 1.44 meter (4.40 - 4.70 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.

  10. COLUMBIA 28-2

    A boat with a BN of 1.6 or greater is a boat that will be reefed often in offshore cruising. Derek Harvey, "Multihulls for Cruising and Racing", International Marine, Camden, Maine, 1991, states that a BN of 1 is generally accepted as the dividing line between so-called slow and fast multihulls.

  11. COLUMBIA 28-2

    Blue Water Surf Value Rank (BWSVR) 4497. Capsize Comfort Value Rank (CCVR)

  12. Sailing boats

    Columbia 28 of sailing boat from yard Columbia Yachts. 0 , 2155 , 1.34 , 8.41 , Columbia 28 , 907.0 , Sailing boat , 7.01 , Columbia Yachts , columbia-28 , 2.59 ...

  13. Columbia 28-2

    Columbia 28-2 is a 27′ 7″ / 8.4 m monohull sailboat designed by William Crealock and built by Columbia Yachts starting in 1969. ... 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. Formula. D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³ D: Displacement of the boat in pounds. LWL ...

  14. Crusing in a Columbia 28

    Jeff_H. 12548 posts · Joined 2000. #2 · Nov 5, 2001. Columbia built a number of different 28 footers. What year is yours? In a general sense, in their day, Columbias were middle of the road boats, far from being the best built boats but also not the worst. Their fiberglass work was generally considered pretty mediocre and many of their ...

  15. Columbia Yachts

    The history of Columbia Yachts, one of the earliest, largest, and most successful American builders of production fiberglass sailing yachts, (the company did offer a line of power yachts at one time) in many ways, mirrors that of the industry as a whole, from around 1960, until the late-1980's. PRE-COLUMBIAN ERA: Glas Laminates, (later called Glass Marine Industries) was a small company that ...

  16. Any Info on this Columbia 28?

    Nov 23, 2004. 281. Columbia 8.7 Super wide body Deltaville (Richmond)VA. Jan 10, 2006. #3. Eric White may know..... The entire Columbia Yacht Owners Association list has been trying to figure out what that boat is...so far no luck.

  17. Review of Columbia 28

    The boat can enter even shallow marinas as the draft is just about 1.34 - 1.44 meter (4.40 - 4.70 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below. Fin keel. The Columbia 28 is equipped with a fin keel. A boat with a fin keel is more manoeuvrable but has less directional stability than a similar boat with a full keel.

  18. Columbia 28 sailboats for sale by owner.

    Columbia 28 preowned sailboats for sale by owner. Columbia 28 used sailboats for sale by owner.

  19. COLUMBIA 29

    The person financing the project apparently lost interest and the tooling ended up in the hands of Glas Laminates, (later Columbia Yachts). It became one of their signature models. A raised deck version was introduced in 1963 called the COLUMBIA 29 DEFENDER. In 1965 there was a styling change with a new more streamlined deck and coach roof.

  20. Columbia 28

    1460 posts · Joined 2007. #2 · Nov 14, 2014. It takes a great deal of expertise to properly inspect (survey) a 28 foot sailboat. Have it surveyed by the best surveyor you can find in your area. Even a $500.00 boat needs a proper survey prior to purchase. So do free boats of that size.

  21. Columbia sailboats for sale by owner.

    Columbia preowned sailboats for sale by owner. Columbia used sailboats for sale by owner. Home. Register & Post. View All Sailboats. Search. ... Sailboat Added 28-Mar-2022 More Details: Columbia Sabre: Length: 32' Beam: 6'3' Draft: 6'4' Year: 1966: Type: racer: Hull: fiberglass monohull: Engine:

  22. COLUMBIA 22

    A boat with a BN of 1.6 or greater is a boat that will be reefed often in offshore cruising. Derek Harvey, "Multihulls for Cruising and Racing", International Marine, Camden, Maine, 1991, states that a BN of 1 is generally accepted as the dividing line between so-called slow and fast multihulls.