Question 1

What are the specs of the CS 44?

Accepted Answer

The CS 44 has the following specifications: 44.08ft LOA, 13.67ft beam, 8.16ft draft, 22,000lb displacement, 9,000.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a CS 44 cost?

Accepted Answer

The CS 44 has an average asking price of $53,748, with prices ranging from $49,900 to $55,672 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the CS 44 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Canadian Sailcraft (CAN), designed by Tony Castro, first built in 1985, with production ending in 1986, 1 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the CS 44 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CS 44 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 27.86, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.96, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the CS 44?

Accepted Answer

The CS 44 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 19.84, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 235.67, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a CS 44?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a CS 44 is estimated at $3.3K – $8.7K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a CS 44 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CS 44 (44.08ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.3K – $8.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$850/year (based on $53,748 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 44.08ft boat: Florida: $7,900-$21,200/year. California: $7,400-$18,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,600-$12,300/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,600-$15,400/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,300-$9,500/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,500/year. Washington: $6,300-$13,800/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,800/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,800-$9,500/year. South Carolina: $6,900-$13,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $36K 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 CS 44?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CS 44 (44.08ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,900-$21,200/year. California: $7,400-$18,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,600-$12,300/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,600-$15,400/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,300-$9,500/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,500/year. Washington: $6,300-$13,800/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,800/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,800-$9,500/year. South Carolina: $6,900-$13,200/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 CS 44?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the CS 44 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, engine, 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 CS 44.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a CS 44?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CS 44, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, engine. 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 CS 44 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 CS 44?

Accepted Answer

The CS 44 has the following rig dimensions: I=58ft (foretriangle height), J=16.87ft (foretriangle base), P=52ft (mainsail luff), E=18.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 1008.7 sq ft. Jib area: 489.2 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the CS 44 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CS 44 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 44.08ft LOA, comfort ratio 27.86, capsize ratio 1.96, SA/disp 19.84, average price $53,748. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	44.08 ft
LWL	34.67 ft
Beam	13.67 ft
Draft	8.16 ft
Displacement	22,000 lb
Ballast	9,000.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	58 ft
Jforetriangle base	16.87 ft
Pmainsail luff	52 ft
Emainsail foot	18.5 ft
FLforestay	16.9 ft
Mainsail	1,008.7 sq ft
Jib (100%)	489.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	831.7 sq ft

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