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Contour 30
Designer: Cole Beadon  ·  Builder: Contour Yachts (Can)  ·  First built: 1992
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About the Contour 30

With limited documentation available, the Contour 30 represents one of those intriguing sailboats that has slipped somewhat under the radar of mainstream boating publications. This 30-foot sailboat appears to have been designed primarily with coastal cruising in mind, offering a practical size for weekend adventures and extended coastal passages. Based on the typical characteristics of boats from this era and size range, the Contour 30 likely features a moderate displacement hull with a fin keel configuration, providing a good balance between performance and stability for cruising sailors. The 30-foot length puts it in the sweet spot for many sailors – large enough to handle varied conditions comfortably while remaining manageable for a small crew or even single-handed sailing. Without extensive production records readily available, the Contour 30 seems to have had a relatively limited production run, which may explain why detailed specifications are scarce today. This scarcity can actually work in favor of prospective buyers, as these boats often represent good value in the used market. For sailors seeking a capable coastal cruiser that won't break the bank, the Contour 30 merits consideration, though thorough inspection would be essential given the limited historical documentation.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 30.00 ft / 9.14 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.83 ft / 7.26 m
Beam 23.83 ft / 7.26 m
Max Draft 5.75 ft / 1.75 m
Displacement 3,250.00 lb / 1,474 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Trimaran Dbrd.
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Cole Beadon
Builder Contour Yachts (CAN)
First Built 1992
Number Built 200
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Performance Ratios
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
107.22
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
2.84
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
6.44
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 6.54 kn
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 12.17 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 1.33 ft / 0.41 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 570.00 ft² / 52.95 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 20 gals / 76 L
How It Compares

vs. C Cat 3014, Mariah 30, Oceanic 30

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Dimensions
LOA
Contour 30 ★
30.0 ft
C Cat 3014
30.0 ft
Mariah 30
30.0 ft
Oceanic 30
30.0 ft
LWL
Contour 30 ★
23.8 ft
C Cat 3014
26.5 ft
Mariah 30
25.8 ft
Oceanic 30
29.0 ft
Beam
Contour 30 ★
23.8 ft
C Cat 3014
14.8 ft
Mariah 30
10.4 ft
Oceanic 30
15.3 ft
Displacement
Contour 30 ★
3 lbs
C Cat 3014
6 lbs
Mariah 30
7 lbs
Oceanic 30
9 lbs
Sail Area
Contour 30 ★
C Cat 3014
430 sq ft
Mariah 30
567 sq ft
Oceanic 30
Performance
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Contour 30 ★
2.8
C Cat 3014
9.3
Mariah 30
17.6
Oceanic 30
13.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Contour 30 ★
6.44
C Cat 3014
3.25
Mariah 30
2.18
Oceanic 30
2.90
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Contour 30 ★
107
C Cat 3014
Mariah 30
Oceanic 30
174
Hull Speed
Contour 30 ★
6.5 kts
C Cat 3014
6.9 kts
Mariah 30
6.8 kts
Oceanic 30
7.2 kts
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