Question 1

What are the specs of the APHRODITE 42?

Accepted Answer

The APHRODITE 42 has the following specifications: 41.67ft LOA, 12.14ft beam, 6.07ft draft, 20,944lb displacement, 8,157.7lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Ketch. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the APHRODITE 42 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Rex Marin, designed by Carl Beyer, first built in 1986.

Question 3

Is the APHRODITE 42 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The APHRODITE 42 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 32.21, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.77, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the APHRODITE 42?

Accepted Answer

The APHRODITE 42 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 20.71, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 242.35, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a APHRODITE 42?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a APHRODITE 42 is estimated at $3.3K – $8.8K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a APHRODITE 42 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the APHRODITE 42 (41.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.3K – $8.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 41.67ft boat: Florida: $7,500-$20,000/year. California: $7,000-$17,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,000-$9,000/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,000/year. Washington: $6,000-$13,000/year. Michigan: $2,900-$6,400/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,500-$9,000/year. South Carolina: $6,500-$12,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $36K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a APHRODITE 42?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the APHRODITE 42 (41.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,500-$20,000/year. California: $7,000-$17,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,700/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,000-$9,000/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,000/year. Washington: $6,000-$13,000/year. Michigan: $2,900-$6,400/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,500-$9,000/year. South Carolina: $6,500-$12,500/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the APHRODITE 42?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the APHRODITE 42 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, engine, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the APHRODITE 42.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a APHRODITE 42?

Accepted Answer

When buying a APHRODITE 42, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, engine. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the APHRODITE 42 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the APHRODITE 42 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The APHRODITE 42 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 41.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 32.21, capsize ratio 1.77, SA/disp 20.71. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	41.67 ft
LWL	33.79 ft
Beam	12.14 ft
Draft	6.07 ft
Displacement	20,944 lb
Ballast	8,157.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.8 kn

Mainsail	322.92 sq ft
Jib (100%)	505.9 sq ft
Spinnaker	1,119.45 sq ft

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