Question 1

What are the specs of the CAL 2-25?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 2-25 has the following specifications: 25.25ft LOA, 9ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 4,500lb displacement, 1,999.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a CAL 2-25 cost?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 2-25 has an average asking price of $8,225, with prices ranging from $6,500 to $9,950 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the CAL 2-25 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Bangor Punta Marine (USA), designed by C. William Lapworth, first built in 1977, with production ending in 1983, 392 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the CAL 2-25 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 2-25 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 16.21, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.18, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the CAL 2-25?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 2-25 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.48, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 188.67, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a CAL 2-25?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CAL 2-25 is estimated at $1.0K – $2.6K. 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 2-25 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CAL 2-25 (25.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.0K – $2.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$150/year (based on $8,225 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 25.25ft boat: Florida: $4,500-$12,100/year. California: $4,200-$10,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,500/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,500/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,900/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,500/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $18K 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 2-25?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CAL 2-25 (25.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,500-$12,100/year. California: $4,200-$10,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,500/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,500/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,900/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,500/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,600/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 2-25?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 16 issues reported for the CAL 2-25 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, rigging, engine, rudder, structural, 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 2-25.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a CAL 2-25?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CAL 2-25, SailPages.com has compiled 16 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, rigging, engine, rudder, structural, 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 CAL 2-25 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 2-25?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 2-25 has the following rig dimensions: I=33ft (foretriangle height), J=11ft (foretriangle base), P=28ft (mainsail luff), E=9.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 325.1 sq ft. Jib area: 181.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the CAL 2-25 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CAL 2-25 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 16.21, capsize ratio 2.18, SA/disp 18.48, average price $8,225. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25.25 ft
LWL	22 ft
Beam	9 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Shoal Draft	3.5 ft
Displacement	4,500 lb
Ballast	1,999.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	33 ft
Jforetriangle base	11 ft
Pmainsail luff	28 ft
Emainsail foot	9.5 ft
FLforestay	11 ft
Mainsail	325.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	181.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	308.6 sq ft

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