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EXPO 14 (SOLAR SAILER)

TPI🇺🇸· Design: Ted Hood/Garry Hoyt
$1,667 avg$1,000 – $2,500 (3 listings)from 1993200 built
$200 – $600 est. annual maintenance
DinghymonoCat (unstayed)Variable

Specifications

Hull

LOA13.5 ft
LWL12.75 ft
Beam6 ft
Draft2.5 ft/ 0.5 ft min
Displacement250 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL4.8 kn

About the EXPO 14 (SOLAR SAILER)

Equiped with motorcraft MInn Kota Endura30 electric motor built into the hull. A solar panel charges the included battery pack.

Sailpages Buyer's Take

Designed by Ted Hood and Garry Hoyt and built by TPI (USA), the Expo 14 (Solar Sailer) is a compact catamaran with a production run of 200 hulls in 1993. Its lightweight displacement of 250.0 lb and unstayed cat rig define its performance-oriented, trailerable nature.

Best for:
This boat suits coastal cruisers and trailerable day-sailers who prioritize ease of transport and quick setup over heavy offshore provisioning. It is ideal for single-handers or couples seeking a low-maintenance, high-performance package for protected waters.
Bluewater capability:
With a displacement of 250.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 3.81, this boat is not designed for bluewater cruising and is strictly limited to coastal and protected water use.
Comparables:
Comparable to other 13-14 ft trailerable catamarans like the Hobie 16 or Sunfish, but with a more robust cruising layout and optional engine. It shares DNA with early TPI designs that emphasize simplicity and low weight for easy launching.

Performance

Comfort2.7
Capsize3.81
SA/Disp32.3
Disp/Len54

Estimated Value

Low Confidence
Based on 3 listings
Low
$971
Estimated Value
$1,165
High
$1,554
Inflation-adjusted to 2026 USD

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 13.5ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

$/ft/mo
Annual Maintenance
$200 – $600
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

2 reported issues across 1 systems for the EXPO 14 (SOLAR SAILER), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

1 critical1 major
Rudder2

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