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Contest 31

Conyplex · 1971–1974 · Sloop rig

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LOA31.16'
Beam9.33'
Draft4.6'
Displ.5.3t
Rigsloop
HullFiberglass

Bluewater Evidence · Ocean Proven

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John Neal's Boats to Consider for Ocean Cruising lists the Contest 31, rated 4 of 5: 'Newer models are very attractive and expensive. Yard continues to build highest quality boats and sells refitted trade-in boats - great value.' Its capsize screen value is 0.00. No named passage is on file yet.

Overview

The Contest 31 is a Dutch sloop from Conyplex, the builder of the Contest line, built from 1971 to 1974, with 110 completed.

Design and Construction

sailboatdata.com lists a fin keel with a skeg-hung rudder, 31.16 ft overall on a 23.42 ft waterline, 9.33 ft of beam and 4.6 ft of draft. Displacement is 10,500 lb with 5,613 lb of ballast, and the masthead sloop carries about 386 sq ft.

Buyers Notes

John Neal rates Contest 4 of 5: newer models are attractive and expensive, and the yard sells refitted trade-in boats. Check the age and condition of any older boat individually.

  1. [1]SpecificationsYachtsnet archive: Contest 31- Ballast attachment: "Fin and skeg with encapsulated lead ballast."
  2. [2]SpecificationsCONTEST 31 - SailboatData.com- Dimensions, displacement, ballast, sail area, keel, rig, designer and builder.
  3. [3]EditorialJohn Neal - Boats to Consider for Ocean Cruising (Mahina)- Lists the Contest 31, rated 4 of 5.
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