Question 1

What are the specs of the BUZZARDS BAY 14?

Accepted Answer

The BUZZARDS BAY 14 has the following specifications: 17.25ft LOA, 5.83ft beam, 2.5ft draft, 1,700lb displacement, 800lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Is the BUZZARDS BAY 14 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The BUZZARDS BAY 14 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 16.74, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 1.96, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 3

How fast is the BUZZARDS BAY 14?

Accepted Answer

The BUZZARDS BAY 14 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.01, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 276.58, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 4

How much does it cost to maintain a BUZZARDS BAY 14?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a BUZZARDS BAY 14 is estimated at $400 – $1.2K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 5

How much does it cost to own a BUZZARDS BAY 14 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the BUZZARDS BAY 14 (17.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 17.25ft boat: Florida: $3,100-$8,300/year. California: $2,900-$7,200/year. Massachusetts: $2,200-$4,800/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,200-$6,000/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,100-$3,700/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,700/year. Washington: $2,500-$5,400/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,700/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,700/year. South Carolina: $2,700-$5,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $14K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 6

How much does it cost to dock a BUZZARDS BAY 14?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the BUZZARDS BAY 14 (17.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,100-$8,300/year. California: $2,900-$7,200/year. Massachusetts: $2,200-$4,800/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,200-$6,000/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,100-$3,700/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,700/year. Washington: $2,500-$5,400/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,700/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,700/year. South Carolina: $2,700-$5,200/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 7

What are the common problems with the BUZZARDS BAY 14?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 15 issues reported for the BUZZARDS BAY 14 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, rigging, rudder, structural, deck, 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 BUZZARDS BAY 14.

Question 8

What should I look for when buying a BUZZARDS BAY 14?

Accepted Answer

When buying a BUZZARDS BAY 14, SailPages.com has compiled 15 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine, rigging, rudder, structural, deck, hull. 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 BUZZARDS BAY 14 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 9

What are the sail dimensions of the BUZZARDS BAY 14?

Accepted Answer

The BUZZARDS BAY 14 has the following rig dimensions: I=16.65ft (foretriangle height), J=6ft (foretriangle base), P=18.58ft (mainsail luff), E=11ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 160.3 sq ft. Jib area: 50 sq ft.

Question 10

How does the BUZZARDS BAY 14 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The BUZZARDS BAY 14 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 17.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 16.74, capsize ratio 1.96, SA/disp 18.01. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	17.25 ft
LWL	14 ft
Beam	5.83 ft
Draft	2.5 ft
Displacement	1,700 lb
Ballast	800 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	16.65 ft
Jforetriangle base	6 ft
Pmainsail luff	18.58 ft
Emainsail foot	11 ft
FLforestay	6 ft
Mainsail	160.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	50 sq ft
Spinnaker	84.9 sq ft

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