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The Aloa 29, a smart sailor cruiser

The Aloa 29 is a 29-foot (8.70 m) sailboat designed by the Finot Conq Group and produced 320 units from 1972 to 1982. Habitable, it offers two cabins and a saloon that has nothing to envy the largest. Presentation.

euros the discovery of an unknown sailboat

May 2021, Louis-Marie and two friends are looking for a boat to buy in co-ownership. If this is his first unit as an owner, Louis-Marie - a maintenance engineer in the military nautical industry - regularly maintains sailing boats for others: Edel 5, First 22, Oceanis 390euros

Via LeBonCoin, they chose a Sangria, an 8-meter sailboat produced by Jeanneau in the early 1970s. But it is finally another model suggested by the second-hand sales site that attracts their attention: an Aloa 29 negotiated for 5,500 euros that they renamed "Sans Pression".

"It's a 1975 Mediterranean-style sailboat, which I had never heard of. It is a discovery. The first visit pleasantly surprised me. The boat being stored in a dry yard, we were able to check the hull and even start the engine in boardeuros. In the end, this Aloa 29 model was more to everyone's liking. It is 36 years old and the hull is healthy. There is no trace of osmosis and I have not found any such problem on these models by searching the Internet", says Louis-Marie.

A closed cockpit and an attractive sail plan

The Aloa 29 has an overall length of 8.70 m for a beam of 3.10 m and a light weight of 3 tons. Its double hull with reserves of buoyancy allows it to enter the category of the sailing ships known as unsinkable. Its cast iron keel requires however a little maintenance . Its cockpit is closed with a simple rear swim ladder. Some have been modified to receive a skirt. There are two benches, with storage on the aft side and a large locker on the starboard side to store ropes or sails. The tiller is in the center. The sail plan euros original sloop rigging is composed of a 16 m2 mainsail , a furling genoa and a symmetrical spinnaker on spinnaker pole. A Yanmar engine of 18 hp was installed by a former owner to replace the original engine, less powerful.

"On the bad side, we dismasted at the end of August 2021 due to a negligent check of the chainplates and the age of the standing rigging. The boat is in a yard in La Seyne-sur-Mer to receive a used J92 mast that will replace the old one. We are also taking the opportunity to install an automatic reefing system from the cockpit", adds Louis-Marie.

An interior design worthy of the greats

But it is its interior design that is of real interest, with a headroom of 1.80 m.

"Its layout could make some 30-footers green with envy. When you go inside, you don't feel like you're in a 29-footer with the way it's laid out. You can easily sleep 5 people and sail comfortably with 5 or 6 over several days", explains Louis-Marie.

There is a Breton bed in the front with a small toilet area and a closet. The table in the saloon slides down along the sponge to create a sleeping area for two people. Finally, a coffin berth on the port side can accommodate another person for the night, or even two small people depending on the owner. A sink unit and a double gas stove on gimbal equip the kitchen. Tanks of 100 L for the kitchen and 50 L for the toilet sink at the front allow autonomous navigation. A porthole on the back at the level of the coffin berth associated with the one at the front allows to create a good air current to avoid being too hot in the saloon or to eliminate condensation.

"Everything was in good condition, but our manic side made us do some work. The fridge was almost out of order. We replaced it with a refrigerated cooler that runs on 12 volts. We changed the lighting by LED to reduce the load on the batteries. We also changed the dies and two broken candlesticks. The problem is that they are screwed into the deck and we can no longer find this model. We had to reattach bases on the locations to install more common stanchions". Overall, inside, not much was changed. It was relatively clean. We found a first aid kit with vials of peppermint alcohol for pain and life jackets dating from 1980, laughs Louis-Marie.

A project of offshore navigation

Based in Toulon , in the old dock, Louis-Marie was able to take advantage of the summer to take control of his Aloa 29. For the moment, he uses his boat mainly for coastal sailing, especially during weekends between Toulon and Porquerolles , often with a night at anchor . As soon as the boat will be equipped for offshore sailing, Louis-Marie has the project to cross to Corsica . The group of friends is also thinking about making the boat more maneuverable for solo sailing. They still need to change the old Raymarine ST1000 autopilot , which no longer works, and to equip it with at least one 100-watt solar panel for more autonomy in ocean cruising.

" We are in the phase of getting used to it and we are going to adapt it as we go along for the various and varied projects that we have. It is a boat that we will use regularly, especially in the evening, after work. It's an easy way to get some fresh air", says Louis-Marie.

A marine behaviour in all conditions

From his first navigations, Louis-Marie has many positive points.

"It's a boat that behaves very well in light and heavy weather. It is quite safe in that sense. She has good abilities in light airs. With 6/7 knots of wind on a reach, we are making 6/7 knots. It's a great ratio. It's a very pleasant boat. A very good surprise", says Louis-Marie.

Nevertheless, the young man reproaches some defects, fortunately filled by his marine qualities.

"It's downwind. At first it's quite surprising. Especially when there's not much wind. It's a bit restrictive for people who don't have the sea legs concludes Louis-Marie.

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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 is equipped with 91.0 liter fresh water capacity.

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 Aloa 29 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.

The boat can enter most marinas as the draft is just about 1.65 - 1.75 meter (5.41 - 5.71 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.

Aloa 29 is typically equipped with a Renault RC12D diesel engine.

The fuel tank has a capacity of 26.0 liters (6 US gallons, 5 imperial gallons).

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 Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)?

The capsize screening value for Aloa 29 is 2.17, indicating that this boat would not be accepted to participate in ocean races.

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 Aloa 29 is about 146 kg/cm, alternatively 817 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 146 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 817 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 Motion Comfort Ratio (MCR)?

What is L/B (Length Beam Ratio)?

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SA/D (Sail Area Displacement ratio) Indicates how fast the boat is in light wind: - Cruising Boats have ratios 10-15 - Cruiser-Racers have ratios 16-20 - Racers have ratios above 20 - High-Performance Racers have ratios above 24 Sail-area/displacement ratio (SA/D ratio): 15.62

Maintenance

When buying anti-fouling bottom paint, it's nice to know how much to buy. The surface of the wet bottom is about 25m 2 (269 ft 2 ). Based on this, your favourite maritime shop can tell you the quantity you need.

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.

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The Aloa 29 is a 28.54ft masthead sloop designed by Groupe Finot and built in fiberglass by Aloa Marine (FRA) between 1972 and 1982.

320 units have been built..

The Aloa 29 is a moderate weight sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat. The fuel capacity is originally very small. There is a very short water supply range.

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ALOA ALOA 29 (1974) for sale in Sicilia, ITALY, Italy

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The Aloa 29 is a 1974 sloop designed by Jean-Marie Finot and built by Aloa Marine, renowned for its comfort and innovative design. Located in Sicilia, Italy, this vessel measures 8.70m in length and has a beam of 3.10m. Ideal for short to medium-haul cruises, it boasts a robust hull, good course stability, and agility at sea. Refurbished extensively in 2022-2023, it features new rigging, control panel, electrical and water systems, and numerous onboard amenities such as an autopilot, electric toilet, and hi-fi system. The boat is in the water and available for viewing and sea trials.

About this ALOA ALOA 29

Spartan but comfortable, it is a hull designed by Jean-Marie Finot and produced in the 70s by Aloa Marine.

Designed for short and medium-haul cruises, the Aloa 29 was born in France on a Finot project in the early seventies. An innovative product in terms of lines and furnishings.

A sloop designed for family pleasure and characterized by a wide, flat and very robust hull, able to offer particularly comfortable interior environments

At sea, the Aloa 29 proves to be agile and seaworthy. Very good course stability, particularly in downwind gaits. All manoeuvres are returned to the cockpit.

Refurbished: 2022 rigging, 2022 halyards and sheets, 2 100 ampere batteries (August 2022 / August 2023), 2022 sprayhood awning, 2021 external cushions, 2023 landed engine, 2023 muffler. Bulb brackets replaced 2022.

New 2023 control panel, new electrical system and LED lights, new water system. Sea Trips 2022

Boat in the water, possible viewing and sea trial.

Navigation equipment:

Autopilot (St 1000).

Staging and technical:

Anchor (12kg + 45mt catena), 2 Batteries (100 Ah), Battery charger (Quick 3 uscite), Manual Bilge Pump, Electric Windlass, Strand rigging (2022), Tender (+ FB 3,5 Cv).

Domestic Facilities onboard:

4 12V Outlets (USB Doppia uscita), Electric Toilet.

Entertainment:

Sails accessories:

Jib Furling System, Lazy Jack, Sail Bag.

Kitchen and appliances:

Galley (Basculante 2 fuochi).

Upholstery:

• Depth Instrument

Safety Equipment

Electronics.

• Battery Charger

Spartanisch, aber komfortabel, ist es ein Rumpf, der von Jean-Marie Finot entworfen und in den 70er Jahren von Aloa Marine hergestellt wurde.

Die Aloa 29 wurde für Kurz- und Mittelstreckenkreuzfahrten konzipiert und wurde Anfang der siebziger Jahre in Frankreich auf einem Finot-Projekt geboren. Ein innovatives Produkt in Bezug auf Linien und Einrichtung.

Eine Schaluppe, die für das Familienvergnügen konzipiert wurde und sich durch einen breiten, flachen und sehr robusten Rumpf auszeichnet, der in der Lage ist, besonders komfortable Innenräume zu bieten

Auf See erweist sich die Aloa 29 als wendig und seetüchtig. Sehr gute Kursstabilität, vor allem in Vorwindgangarten. Alle Manöver werden ins Cockpit zurückgeführt.

Generalüberholt: 2022 Takelage, 2022 Fallen und Schoten, 2 100 Ampere Batterien (August 2022 / August 2023), 2022 Sprayhood Markise, 2021 Außenkissen, 2023 gelandeter Motor, 2023 Schalldämpfer. Lampenhalterungen wurden 2022 ersetzt.

Neues Bedienfeld 2023, neue Elektrik und LED-Leuchten, neues Wassersystem. Reisen mit dem Meer 2022

Boot im Wasser, mögliche Besichtigung und Probefahrt.

Navigation elektronische Instrumentation:

Deck und technische Ausrüstung:

Anker (12kg + 45mt catena), 2 Batterien (100 Ah), Batterieladegerät (Quick 3 uscite), manuelle Bilgepumpe, elektrische Ankerwinde, Stehendes Gut (2022), Beiboot (+ FB 3,5 Cv).

Anlagen an Bord:

4 12V Steckdose (USB Doppia uscita), elektrische Toilette.

Unterhaltung:

Stereoanlage.

Rollfockanlage, Lazy Jack, Segelsack.

Küchen-und Haushaltsgeräte:

Pantry (Basculante 2 fuochi).

Polster und Persenninge:

Cockpitpolster.

Espartano pero cómodo, es un casco diseñado por Jean-Marie Finot y producido en los años 70 por Aloa Marine.

Diseñado para cruceros de corta y media distancia, el Aloa 29 nació en Francia en un proyecto de Finot a principios de los años setenta. Un producto innovador en términos de líneas y mobiliario.

Una balandra diseñada para el placer familiar y caracterizada por un casco ancho, plano y muy robusto, capaz de ofrecer ambientes interiores particularmente confortables

En el mar, el Aloa 29 demuestra ser ágil y apto para navegar. Muy buena estabilidad del rumbo, sobre todo en marchas a favor del viento. Todas las maniobras se devuelven a la cabina.

Reacondicionado: aparejo 2022, drizas y escotas 2022, 2 baterías de 100 amperios (agosto 2022 / agosto 2023), toldo de capota 2022, cojines exteriores 2021, motor de aterrizaje 2023, silenciador 2023. Los soportes de las bombillas se reemplazaron en 2022.

Nuevo panel de control 2023, nuevo sistema eléctrico y luces LED, nuevo sistema de agua. Viajes por mar 2022

Barco en el agua, posible observación y prueba de mar.

Instrumentación electrónica de navegación:

Piloto automático (St 1000).

Equipo técnico y de cubierta:

Ancla (12kg + 45mt catena), 2 Baterías (100 Ah), Cargador de batería (Quick 3 uscite), Bomba de achique manual, Molinete eléctrico, Strand aparejo (2022), Auxiliar (+ FB 3,5 Cv).

Enseres domesticos de abodo:

4 Tomas de 12v (USB Doppia uscita), WC marino eléctrico.

Entretenimiento:

Accesorios Velas:

Enrollador de foque, Lazy Jack, Bolsa de vela mayor.

Cocina y electrodomésticos:

Cocina (Basculante 2 fuochi).

Tapicerías:

Cojinería bañera.

Spartiate mais confortable, il s’agit d’une coque dessinée par Jean-Marie Finot et produite dans les années 70 par Aloa Marine.

Conçu pour les croisières court et moyen-courriers, l’Aloa 29 est né en France sur un projet Finot au début des années soixante-dix. Un produit innovant en termes de lignes et d’ameublement.

Un sloop conçu pour le plaisir de la famille et caractérisé par une coque large, plate et très robuste, capable d’offrir des environnements intérieurs particulièrement confortables

En mer, l’Aloa 29 s’avère agile et navigable. Très bonne stabilité de parcours, notamment dans les allures au portant. Toutes les manœuvres sont renvoyées dans le cockpit.

Remis à neuf : gréement 2022, drisses et écoutes 2022, 2 batteries de 100 ampères (août 2022 / août 2023), auvent de capot 2022, coussins extérieurs 2021, moteur atterri 2023, silencieux 2023. Supports d’ampoule remplacés en 2022.

Nouveau panneau de commande 2023, nouveau système électrique et lumières LED, nouveau système d’eau. Sorties en mer 2022

Bateau à l’eau, possibilité d’observation et d’essai en mer.

Equipement électronique de navigation:

Pilote automatique (St 1000).

Equipement de pont:

Ancre (12kg + 45mt catena), 2 Batteries (100 Ah), Chargeur de batterie (Quick 3 uscite), Pompe de cale manuelle, Guindeau électrique, Gréement monotoron (2022), Annexe (+ FB 3,5 Cv).

Equipement intérieur:

4 Prises interieures 12v (USB Doppia uscita), Toilettes électriques.

Equipement voiles:

Enrouleur de foc, Lazy Jack, Sac à voile.

Equipement de confort:

Cuisine (Basculante 2 fuochi).

Sellerie et tauds:

sellerie de cockpit.

Spartano ma confortevole, è uno scafo firmato Jean-Marie Finot e prodotto negli Anni ’70 dalla Aloa Marine.

Ideato per crociere a corto e medio raggio, l’Aloa 29 nasce in Francia su progetto Finot agli inizi degli anni Settanta. Un prodotto innovativo nelle linee e nell’arredamento.

Uno sloop studiato per il diporto familiare e caratterizzato da uno scafo largo, piatto e molto robusto, in grado di offrire ambienti interni particolarmente confortevoli

In navigazione l’Aloa 29 si rivela agile e marino. Molto buona la stabilità di rotta, particolarmente nelle andature portanti. Tutte le manovre sono rinviate in pozzetto.

Rimessa a nuovo: sartiame 2022 , drizze e scotte 2022 ,2 batterie 100 ampere (agosto 2022 /agosto 2023)tendalino sprayhood 2022, cuscineria esterna 2021,motore sbarcato 2023, marmitta 2023. Staffe bulbo sostituite 2022.

Pannello comandi nuovo 2023, impianto elettrico e luci led nuovo,impianto idrico nuovo. Prese a mare 2022

Barca in acqua, possibile visione e prova in mare.

Strumentazione elettronica di navigazione:

Pilota automatico (St 1000).

Allestimento tecnico e di coperta:

Ancora (12kg + 45mt catena), 2 Batterie (100 Ah), Caricabatterie (Quick 3 uscite), Pompa di sentina manuale, Salpa Ancore Elettrico, Sartiame spiroidale (2022), Tender (+ FB 3,5 Cv).

Dotazioni domestiche di bordo:

4 Prese interne 12v (USB Doppia uscita), WC marino elettrico.

Intrattenimento:

Accessori Vele:

Avvolgi Fiocco, Lazy Jack, Sail Bag.

Cucina ed elettrodomestici:

Cucina (Basculante 2 fuochi).

Tappezzerie:

Cuscineria Pozzetto.

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This Aloa 29 was built in 1981 to a design by Group Finot, who designed her as a fast cruising yacht that also had good accommodation.  She can sleep five in two cabins.  The forecabin has a ‘V’ berth with infil to form a double berth with stowage under, in addition there is a long pilot berth aft of the galley area. The separate heads compartment is to starboard with the wash basin opposite.  ZORBA was fitted with a Jabasco marine toilet in 2008.

The  saloon has a seating area to starboard converting to a settee berth, the settee opposite has a trotter box forming a second berth with a central table between.  The galley is to port and is equipped with a two burner gas cooker , oven and grill, a stainless steel basin, a large coolbox and ample stowage.

To starboard is the full sized chart table with switch panel, instrumentation and further stowage areas.

In addition an eberspacher warm air heating system was fitted in 2007.  The saloon has recently been updated with cream upholstery which is complimented by black curtains.

ZORBA is powered by a Volvo Penta MD7a 13 hp engine which is sea water cooled and was checked two years ago.

This Aloa 29 is masthead rigged sloop with a slab reefing main (2013) and furling genoa (2013).  All controls lead back to cockpit for ease of sailing when short handed.  The decks have non slip surfaces edged with the addition of a distinctive black anodised aluminium toe rail.  The hull has been epoxy coated.

As she has been ashore for two years some TLC is needed to bring her back to her best.  Her deck needs re-painting and although her engine was checked last year a full service is recommended.

ZORBA will be lifted into the water in August 2017. If you are looking for a fun cruising yacht or club racer then this Aloa 29 is worth a look.

For the full specification follow this link: https://www.networkyachtbrokers.com/boats_for_sale/Aloa_29-171387.html/

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