Question 1

What are the specs of the COMMODORE 15?

Accepted Answer

The COMMODORE 15 has the following specifications: 15.03ft LOA, 5.81ft beam, 3.74ft draft, 270.24lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the COMMODORE 15 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Glenmore Boats Ltd. (Alberta, Can), first built in 1980, with production ending in 2012.

Question 3

Is the COMMODORE 15 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The COMMODORE 15 is classified as a Dinghy. It has a comfort ratio of 2.74, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.6, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the COMMODORE 15?

Accepted Answer

The COMMODORE 15 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 42.11, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 40.4, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a COMMODORE 15?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a COMMODORE 15 is estimated at $200 – $700. 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 COMMODORE 15 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the COMMODORE 15 (15.03ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $200 – $700/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 15.03ft boat: Florida: $2,700-$7,200/year. California: $2,500-$6,300/year. Massachusetts: $1,900-$4,200/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,900-$5,300/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,800-$3,200/year. Texas: $1,100-$3,200/year. Washington: $2,200-$4,700/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,300/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,600-$3,200/year. South Carolina: $2,300-$4,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $12K 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 COMMODORE 15?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the COMMODORE 15 (15.03ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,700-$7,200/year. California: $2,500-$6,300/year. Massachusetts: $1,900-$4,200/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,900-$5,300/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,800-$3,200/year. Texas: $1,100-$3,200/year. Washington: $2,200-$4,700/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,300/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,600-$3,200/year. South Carolina: $2,300-$4,500/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 COMMODORE 15?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the COMMODORE 15 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, 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 COMMODORE 15.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a COMMODORE 15?

Accepted Answer

When buying a COMMODORE 15, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, rigging. 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 COMMODORE 15 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 COMMODORE 15 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The COMMODORE 15 is classified as a Dinghy by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 15.03ft LOA, comfort ratio 2.74, capsize ratio 3.6, SA/disp 42.11. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	15.03 ft
LWL	14.4 ft
Beam	5.81 ft
Draft	3.74 ft/ 0.33 ft min
Displacement	270.24 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.1 kn

Mainsail	76.96 sq ft
Jib (100%)	32.94 sq ft
Spinnaker	69.97 sq ft

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