Question 1

What are the specs of the COMPANION 21?

Accepted Answer

The COMPANION 21 has the following specifications: 20.5ft LOA, 7.08ft beam, 2.75ft draft, 3,100lb displacement, 1,000.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the COMPANION 21 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Trump Yachts (USA), designed by Aborn Smith, first built in 1981.

Question 3

Is the COMPANION 21 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The COMPANION 21 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 19.95, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 1.94, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the COMPANION 21?

Accepted Answer

The COMPANION 21 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.45, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 308.08, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a COMPANION 21?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a COMPANION 21 is estimated at $600 – $1.7K. 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 COMPANION 21 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the COMPANION 21 (20.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $600 – $1.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 20.5ft boat: Florida: $3,700-$9,800/year. California: $3,400-$8,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,600-$5,700/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,600-$7,200/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,500-$4,400/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,400/year. Washington: $3,000-$6,400/year. Michigan: $1,400-$3,200/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,200-$4,400/year. South Carolina: $3,200-$6,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $16K 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 COMPANION 21?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the COMPANION 21 (20.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,700-$9,800/year. California: $3,400-$8,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,600-$5,700/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,600-$7,200/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,500-$4,400/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,400/year. Washington: $3,000-$6,400/year. Michigan: $1,400-$3,200/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,200-$4,400/year. South Carolina: $3,200-$6,200/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 8

What are the common problems with the COMPANION 21?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the COMPANION 21 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 COMPANION 21.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a COMPANION 21?

Accepted Answer

When buying a COMPANION 21, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 COMPANION 21 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 COMPANION 21 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The COMPANION 21 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 20.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 19.95, capsize ratio 1.94, SA/disp 16.45. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	20.5 ft
LWL	16.5 ft
Beam	7.08 ft
Draft	2.75 ft
Displacement	3,100 lb
Ballast	1,000.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.4 kn

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