I know the Oday 240 had a short production run, but I was wondering if any owner's out there had comments on the performance of this boat? I see some immediate items that need attention, like lowering the lifeline so it doesn't interfere with the genny and retrofitting a spinnaker to the boat. Any other modifications? On a side note, what vehicle do people use to haul this boat around? Thx. Curious Carlos
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Where are you from? I have owned my 240 since 2002. She is a sweet boat really. she handles well, draws little and has many convinient features like a cut away stern for the outboard, an enclosed head, swim ladder and so on. She sails well, I can balance her to steer herself on most points of sail. She was built by Pearson, and they have a good reputation for solid boats. She has a beefy rig for a boat this size. She holds her own for speed. For you, I shouldn't think you need to modify the lifelines to accomodate the genny. It is quite common for the sail to drape over the lifelines, and to be pulled inboard of the lifelines when very close hauled. Common not only for the 240, but for nearly all sailboats with life lines. As for the spinnaker....I am under the impression that all the 240 came with a spinnaker halyard and pole lift , but I could be wrong. I removed the silly table below and it makes a great deal more room, and eases claustrophobia. She displaces 3,600# and needs a tandem axle trailer to tow so you are looking at a tow vehicle that is comfortable with 5,000# I have not done much else with her. Enjoy. Where do you sail out of? Eric
Where are you from? I have owned my 240 since 2002. She is a sweet boat really. she handles well, draws little and has many convinient features like a cut away stern for the outboard, an enclosed head, swim ladder and so on. She sails well, I can balance her to steer herself on most points of sail. She was built by Pearson, and they have a good reputation for solid boats. She has a beefy rig for a boat this size. She holds her own for speed. For you, I shouldn't think you need to modify the lifelines to accomodate the genny. It is quite common for the sail to drape over the lifelines, and to be pulled inboard of the lifelines when very close hauled. Common not only for the 240, but for nearly all sailboats with life lines. As for the spinnaker....I am under the impression that all the 240 came with a spinnaker halyard and pole lift , but I could be wrong. I removed the silly table below and it makes a great deal more room, and eases claustrophobia. She displaces 3,600# and needs a tandem axle trailer to tow so you are looking at a tow vehicle that is comfortable with 5,000# I have not done much else with her. Enjoy. Where do you sail out of? Eric
240 is a great boat!
I had a 1988 model 240 for 14 years - traded up to an O'Day 302 two years ago. There are times I miss the smaller 240. My 240 did not have a pole lift -- there was a sheave and mast outlet for a second halyard which I installed as a backup. Moving the lifelines would make sense. We were always on/over/beyond the life lines with the 135 genoa. I put a compass in the bulkhead directly below the companionway step. And we added a knot/depth meter. But the best (and one of the simplest) things we did was to put a camcleat aft of the deck cleats - when we trimmed the jib after a tack, we just slipped the line under the deck cleat and then through the camcleat. Much easier than tying on to the deck cleat and then untying for the next tack. Be sure your motor is big enough. I had a 5hp Suzuki and, because of the freeboard, I had trouble getting out of the slip and through the marina if the wind was from a certain direction. That 5 hp motor just didn't have enough power to move the boat through the wind when it was really blowing hard. I was getting ready to put on a 9.9hp outboard when I bought the new 302. Have fun. This is a good boat. Well built.
I had a 1988 model 240 for 14 years - traded up to an O'Day 302 two years ago. There are times I miss the smaller 240. My 240 did not have a pole lift -- there was a sheave and mast outlet for a second halyard which I installed as a backup. Moving the lifelines would make sense. We were always on/over/beyond the life lines with the 135 genoa. I put a compass in the bulkhead directly below the companionway step. And we added a knot/depth meter. But the best (and one of the simplest) things we did was to put a camcleat aft of the deck cleats - when we trimmed the jib after a tack, we just slipped the line under the deck cleat and then through the camcleat. Much easier than tying on to the deck cleat and then untying for the next tack. Be sure your motor is big enough. I had a 5hp Suzuki and, because of the freeboard, I had trouble getting out of the slip and through the marina if the wind was from a certain direction. That 5 hp motor just didn't have enough power to move the boat through the wind when it was really blowing hard. I was getting ready to put on a 9.9hp outboard when I bought the new 302. Have fun. This is a good boat. Well built.
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Ron Wagner
O'Day 240 - Lovin' It
I purchased my 1988 O'day 240 in May 06 after months of searching and considerations. We bounced back and forth between the 240 and Oday 25/26. We made the right choice. The 240 is a well built boat that gives you more than any 25 footer out there. Space, Modern Layout, Fun to sail, and fast for a cruiser. We sailed in 15+ knots of wind 2 weekends ago and kept up with a 30 footer and dusted a Macgregor 25 (really... we couldn’t see him after 1/2 and hour). The 135 is a powerful head sail. We don't sail with a spinnaker yet. I solo sail the boat with my wife and 2 small children (2 & 5). When my crew gets older, we will add the spinnaker. The table in our boat was also removed. I would have removed it myself if it was still in place. Without the table... the cabin feels huge! I tow my 240 with a V8 4Runner. Depending on how far you travel and how often (I trailer in spring and fall only - 8 miles) will determine what type of vehicle you want to use. Keep in mind its not just the towing capacity, it is stability. The boat sits high on the trailer and you will feel it when a truck passes you at 80 MPH. We have spent weekends on the boat. It is very comfortable for a family of 4 (and about 1000 mosquitos). I am purchasing new hatch screens this weekend. Our boat is fairly standard. Compass, Depth, CD, Shore Power, Magma Grill, Mariner 9.9 outboard. Everything works. If you have any questions, email me. I did lots of homework, and looked at a number of 240's before my purchase. Depending on your budget, I know where a couple are hiding. Ron ~~~_/) wagner.ron@adelphia.net
I purchased my 1988 O'day 240 in May 06 after months of searching and considerations. We bounced back and forth between the 240 and Oday 25/26. We made the right choice. The 240 is a well built boat that gives you more than any 25 footer out there. Space, Modern Layout, Fun to sail, and fast for a cruiser. We sailed in 15+ knots of wind 2 weekends ago and kept up with a 30 footer and dusted a Macgregor 25 (really... we couldn’t see him after 1/2 and hour). The 135 is a powerful head sail. We don't sail with a spinnaker yet. I solo sail the boat with my wife and 2 small children (2 & 5). When my crew gets older, we will add the spinnaker. The table in our boat was also removed. I would have removed it myself if it was still in place. Without the table... the cabin feels huge! I tow my 240 with a V8 4Runner. Depending on how far you travel and how often (I trailer in spring and fall only - 8 miles) will determine what type of vehicle you want to use. Keep in mind its not just the towing capacity, it is stability. The boat sits high on the trailer and you will feel it when a truck passes you at 80 MPH. We have spent weekends on the boat. It is very comfortable for a family of 4 (and about 1000 mosquitos). I am purchasing new hatch screens this weekend. Our boat is fairly standard. Compass, Depth, CD, Shore Power, Magma Grill, Mariner 9.9 outboard. Everything works. If you have any questions, email me. I did lots of homework, and looked at a number of 240's before my purchase. Depending on your budget, I know where a couple are hiding. Ron ~~~_/) wagner.ron@adelphia.net
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Jon, Great looking interior. I recently bought a 240 that I am outfitting for extensive cruising upon retiring. Do you have additional info/pictures on what you have done, and your cruising experience?
Jon, Great looking interior. I recently bought a 240 that I am outfitting for extensive cruising upon retiring. Do you have additional info/pictures on what you have done, and your cruising experience?
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