Question 1

What are the specs of the HOLIDAY 20?

Accepted Answer

The HOLIDAY 20 has the following specifications: 19.5ft LOA, 6.54ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 1,000lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the HOLIDAY 20 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Newport Boats (USA), designed by Harry R. Sindle, first built in 1973.

Question 3

Is the HOLIDAY 20 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The HOLIDAY 20 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 6.99, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.62, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the HOLIDAY 20?

Accepted Answer

The HOLIDAY 20 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 27.73, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 83.3, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a HOLIDAY 20?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a HOLIDAY 20 is estimated at $600 – $1.6K. 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 HOLIDAY 20 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the HOLIDAY 20 (19.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $600 – $1.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 19.5ft boat: Florida: $3,500-$9,400/year. California: $3,300-$8,200/year. Massachusetts: $2,500-$5,500/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,500-$6,800/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,300-$4,200/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,200/year. Washington: $2,800-$6,100/year. Michigan: $1,400-$3,000/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,200/year. South Carolina: $3,000-$5,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K 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 HOLIDAY 20?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the HOLIDAY 20 (19.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,500-$9,400/year. California: $3,300-$8,200/year. Massachusetts: $2,500-$5,500/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,500-$6,800/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,300-$4,200/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,200/year. Washington: $2,800-$6,100/year. Michigan: $1,400-$3,000/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,200/year. South Carolina: $3,000-$5,900/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 HOLIDAY 20?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 6 issues reported for the HOLIDAY 20 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, rigging, hull, keel, 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 HOLIDAY 20.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a HOLIDAY 20?

Accepted Answer

When buying a HOLIDAY 20, SailPages.com has compiled 6 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rigging, hull, keel. 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 HOLIDAY 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 HOLIDAY 20 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The HOLIDAY 20 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 19.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 6.99, capsize ratio 2.62, SA/disp 27.73. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	19.5 ft
LWL	17.5 ft
Beam	6.54 ft
Draft	4.5 ft/ 0.67 ft min
Displacement	1,000 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.6 kn

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