Question 1

What are the specs of the ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK)?

Accepted Answer

The ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK) has the following specifications: 18ft LOA, 6ft beam, 3ft draft, 850lb displacement, 200lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Is the ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK) is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 7.05, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.54, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 3

How fast is the ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK)?

Accepted Answer

The ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 37.51, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 80.75, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 4

How much does it cost to maintain a ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK) is estimated at $500 – $1.3K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 5

How much does it cost to own a ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK) (18ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $500 – $1.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 18ft boat: Florida: $3,200-$8,600/year. California: $3,000-$7,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,000/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,300/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$3,900/year. Texas: $1,300-$3,900/year. Washington: $2,600-$5,600/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,900/year. South Carolina: $2,800-$5,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $14K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 6

How much does it cost to dock a ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK) (18ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,200-$8,600/year. California: $3,000-$7,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,300-$5,000/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,300-$6,300/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,200-$3,900/year. Texas: $1,300-$3,900/year. Washington: $2,600-$5,600/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,800/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,900/year. South Carolina: $2,800-$5,400/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 7

How does the ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ESTUARY ONE-DESIGN (UK) is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 18ft LOA, comfort ratio 7.05, capsize ratio 2.54, SA/disp 37.51. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	18 ft
LWL	16.75 ft
Beam	6 ft
Draft	3 ft/ 0.9 ft min
Displacement	850 lb
Ballast	200 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.5 kn

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