Rye Knot

Rye Knot: A 1994 Catalina 30 Finds New Ownership Through Miami Yachting

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The Catalina 30 is one of the most recognized names in American sailing. For decades it has served as a first offshore sailboat, a coastal cruiser, and a racing platform for South Florida's active sailing community. When the owner of Rye Knot, a well-kept 1994 Catalina 30, decided to step up to a larger vessel, Miami Yachting was retained to handle the sale.

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Why the Catalina 30 Still Sells

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In an era when many older production sailboats struggle to find buyers, the Catalina 30 continues to attract a dedicated following. Its reputation for seakindly motion, simple systems, and affordable ownership costs makes it a compelling entry point for aspiring offshore sailors and an easy step-up for day sailors ready to go further afield. Rye Knot arrived on the market in above-average condition for its age, with updated standing rigging, a clean hull, and a recently serviced inboard diesel.

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Reaching the Right Sailing Audience

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Miami Yachting distributed the listing across sailing-specific platforms, South Florida sailing club networks, and cruising community forums where Catalina owners and aspirational buyers are most active. The listing copy focused on condition, offshore readiness, and value, speaking directly to the buyer profile most likely to purchase a 30-year-old Catalina in good shape.

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After 70 days on the market, the right buyer emerged: an experienced daysailor from the Miami area ready to make the jump to overnight and offshore cruising. Following a straightforward survey and sea trial, a final price of $23,000 USD was agreed upon, representing 94% of the asking price.

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Result

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• Sold at $23,000 USD, 94% of asking price
• 70-day market period in a niche sailing segment
• Buyer profile: South Florida sailor moving to offshore cruising
• Rigging survey and sea trial completed without major findings