Question 1

What are the specs of the ETAP 20?

Accepted Answer

The ETAP 20 has the following specifications: 19.85ft LOA, 7.55ft beam, 3.74ft draft, 1,874lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the ETAP 20 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Etap Yachting (BEL), designed by Van de Stadt, first built in 1975, with production ending in 1992, 1,000 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the ETAP 20 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The ETAP 20 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 10.95, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.45, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the ETAP 20?

Accepted Answer

The ETAP 20 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 19.41, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 168.49, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a ETAP 20?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a ETAP 20 is estimated at $500 – $1.4K. 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 ETAP 20 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the ETAP 20 (19.85ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $500 – $1.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 19.85ft boat: Florida: $3,600-$9,500/year. California: $3,300-$8,300/year. Massachusetts: $2,500-$5,600/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,500-$6,900/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,400-$4,300/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,300/year. Washington: $2,900-$6,200/year. Michigan: $1,400-$3,100/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,300/year. South Carolina: $3,100-$6,000/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 7

How much does it cost to dock a ETAP 20?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the ETAP 20 (19.85ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,600-$9,500/year. California: $3,300-$8,300/year. Massachusetts: $2,500-$5,600/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,500-$6,900/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,400-$4,300/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,300/year. Washington: $2,900-$6,200/year. Michigan: $1,400-$3,100/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,300/year. South Carolina: $3,100-$6,000/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 ETAP 20?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the ETAP 20 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, keel, deck, 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 ETAP 20.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a ETAP 20?

Accepted Answer

When buying a ETAP 20, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, keel, deck. 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 ETAP 20 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 ETAP 20 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ETAP 20 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 19.85ft LOA, comfort ratio 10.95, capsize ratio 2.45, SA/disp 19.41. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	19.85 ft
LWL	17.06 ft
Beam	7.55 ft
Draft	3.74 ft/ 1.57 ft min
Displacement	1,874 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.5 kn

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