Question 1

What are the specs of the CAL 2-24?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 2-24 has the following specifications: 24ft LOA, 7.75ft beam, 4ft draft, 3,700lb displacement, 1,400.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a CAL 2-24 cost?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 2-24 has an average asking price of $6,500, with prices ranging from $6,500 to $6,500 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the CAL 2-24 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Jensen Marine (USA), designed by C. William Lapworth , first built in 1967, with production ending in 1971, 185 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the CAL 2-24 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 2-24 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 18.12, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.01, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the CAL 2-24?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 2-24 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.17, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 234.47, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a CAL 2-24?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CAL 2-24 is estimated at $900 – $2.5K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a CAL 2-24 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CAL 2-24 (24ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $900 – $2.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,500 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 24ft boat: Florida: $4,300-$11,500/year. California: $4,000-$10,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,400/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,700-$7,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $17K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a CAL 2-24?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CAL 2-24 (24ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,300-$11,500/year. California: $4,000-$10,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,400/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,700-$7,200/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 9

What are the common problems with the CAL 2-24?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 9 issues reported for the CAL 2-24 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, deck, rudder, hull, keel, 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 CAL 2-24.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a CAL 2-24?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CAL 2-24, SailPages.com has compiled 9 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, deck, rudder, hull, keel, structural. 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 CAL 2-24 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the CAL 2-24?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 2-24 has the following rig dimensions: I=27.5ft (foretriangle height), J=9.75ft (foretriangle base), P=26ft (mainsail luff), E=10.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 281.5 sq ft. Jib area: 134.1 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the CAL 2-24 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 2-24 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 24ft LOA, comfort ratio 18.12, capsize ratio 2.01, SA/disp 18.17, average price $6,500. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	24 ft
LWL	19.17 ft
Beam	7.75 ft
Draft	4 ft
Displacement	3,700 lb
Ballast	1,400.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	27.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.75 ft
Pmainsail luff	26 ft
Emainsail foot	10.5 ft
FLforestay	9.8 ft
Mainsail	281.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	134.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	227.9 sq ft

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