Question 1

What are the specs of the COLUMBIA 21?

Accepted Answer

The COLUMBIA 21 has the following specifications: 21.67ft LOA, 7.58ft beam, 3.25ft draft, 1,500lb displacement, 750lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a COLUMBIA 21 cost?

Accepted Answer

The COLUMBIA 21 has an average asking price of $2,471, with prices ranging from $10 to $7,500 based on 9 listings.

Question 3

Who built the COLUMBIA 21 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Columbia Yachts (USA), designed by William Crealock, first built in 1968, with production ending in 1969, 678 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the COLUMBIA 21 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The COLUMBIA 21 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 7.55, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.65, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the COLUMBIA 21?

Accepted Answer

The COLUMBIA 21 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 28.63, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 80.64, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a COLUMBIA 21?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a COLUMBIA 21 is estimated at $700 – $2.0K. 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 COLUMBIA 21 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the COLUMBIA 21 (21.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $700 – $2.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $0-$50/year (based on $2,471 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 21.67ft boat: Florida: $3,900-$10,400/year. California: $3,600-$9,100/year. Massachusetts: $2,700-$6,100/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,700-$7,600/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,600-$4,700/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,700/year. Washington: $3,100-$6,800/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,300/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,700/year. South Carolina: $3,400-$6,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $15K 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 COLUMBIA 21?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the COLUMBIA 21 (21.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,900-$10,400/year. California: $3,600-$9,100/year. Massachusetts: $2,700-$6,100/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,700-$7,600/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,600-$4,700/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,700/year. Washington: $3,100-$6,800/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,300/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,700/year. South Carolina: $3,400-$6,500/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 9

What are the common problems with the COLUMBIA 21?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 9 issues reported for the COLUMBIA 21 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, rudder, structural, engine, rigging, 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 COLUMBIA 21.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a COLUMBIA 21?

Accepted Answer

When buying a COLUMBIA 21, SailPages.com has compiled 9 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, rudder, structural, engine, rigging, keel. 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 COLUMBIA 21 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 COLUMBIA 21?

Accepted Answer

The COLUMBIA 21 has the following rig dimensions: I=27.25ft (foretriangle height), J=8.62ft (foretriangle base), P=23.5ft (mainsail luff), E=9.66ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 121 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the COLUMBIA 21 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The COLUMBIA 21 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 21.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 7.55, capsize ratio 2.65, SA/disp 28.63, average price $2,471. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	21.67 ft
LWL	20.25 ft
Beam	7.58 ft
Draft	3.25 ft
Displacement	1,500 lb
Ballast	750 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	27.25 ft
Jforetriangle base	8.62 ft
Pmainsail luff	23.5 ft
Emainsail foot	9.66 ft
Mainsail	121 sq ft

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