Question 1

What are the specs of the GALILEE 15?

Accepted Answer

The GALILEE 15 has the following specifications: 15ft LOA, 6.67ft beam, 3.58ft draft, 525lb displacement, 120lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

How much does a GALILEE 15 cost?

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The GALILEE 15 has an average asking price of $1,500, with prices ranging from $1,500 to $1,500 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the GALILEE 15 and when was it made?

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Built by Tiberias Marine (USA), designed by Steven DiLeo, first built in 1980, 500 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the GALILEE 15 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The GALILEE 15 is classified as a Dinghy. It has a comfort ratio of 4.76, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.31, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the GALILEE 15?

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The GALILEE 15 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 27.08, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 106.68, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a GALILEE 15?

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Annual maintenance for a GALILEE 15 is estimated at $300 – $800. 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 GALILEE 15 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the GALILEE 15 (15ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $300 – $800/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $0-$0/year (based on $1,500 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 15ft boat: Florida: $2,700-$7,200/year. California: $2,500-$6,300/year. Massachusetts: $1,900-$4,200/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,900-$5,300/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,800-$3,200/year. Texas: $1,100-$3,200/year. Washington: $2,200-$4,700/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,300/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,600-$3,200/year. South Carolina: $2,300-$4,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $1K to $10K 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 GALILEE 15?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the GALILEE 15 (15ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,700-$7,200/year. California: $2,500-$6,300/year. Massachusetts: $1,900-$4,200/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,900-$5,300/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,800-$3,200/year. Texas: $1,100-$3,200/year. Washington: $2,200-$4,700/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,300/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,600-$3,200/year. South Carolina: $2,300-$4,500/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 GALILEE 15?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 6 issues reported for the GALILEE 15 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, hull, 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 GALILEE 15.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a GALILEE 15?

Accepted Answer

When buying a GALILEE 15, SailPages.com has compiled 6 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, hull. 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 GALILEE 15 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 GALILEE 15?

Accepted Answer

The GALILEE 15 has the following rig dimensions: I=16.92ft (foretriangle height), J=5.58ft (foretriangle base), P=18ft (mainsail luff), E=7.16ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 116.8 sq ft. Jib area: 47.2 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the GALILEE 15 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The GALILEE 15 is classified as a Dinghy by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 15ft LOA, comfort ratio 4.76, capsize ratio 3.31, SA/disp 27.08, average price $1,500. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	15 ft
LWL	13 ft
Beam	6.67 ft
Draft	3.58 ft/ 0.58 ft min
Displacement	525 lb
Ballast	120 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	4.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	16.92 ft
Jforetriangle base	5.58 ft
Pmainsail luff	18 ft
Emainsail foot	7.16 ft
FLforestay	5.6 ft
Mainsail	116.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	47.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	80.3 sq ft

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