Question 1

What are the specs of the IRWIN 24?

Accepted Answer

The IRWIN 24 has the following specifications: 24ft LOA, 8ft beam, 3.5ft draft, 3,000lb displacement, 1,050lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the IRWIN 24 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Irwin Yacht & Marine Corporation (USA), designed by Ted Irwin, first built in 1968.

Question 3

Is the IRWIN 24 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The IRWIN 24 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 14.42, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.22, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the IRWIN 24?

Accepted Answer

The IRWIN 24 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 21.98, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 211.52, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a IRWIN 24?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a IRWIN 24 is estimated at $900 – $2.5K. 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 IRWIN 24 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the IRWIN 24 (24ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $900 – $2.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 24ft boat: Florida: $4,300-$11,500/year. California: $4,000-$10,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,400/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,700-$7,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $19K 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 IRWIN 24?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the IRWIN 24 (24ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,300-$11,500/year. California: $4,000-$10,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,400/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,700-$7,200/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 IRWIN 24?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the IRWIN 24 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 IRWIN 24.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a IRWIN 24?

Accepted Answer

When buying a IRWIN 24, SailPages.com has compiled 2 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 IRWIN 24 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the IRWIN 24?

Accepted Answer

The IRWIN 24 has the following rig dimensions: I=29ft (foretriangle height), J=9.25ft (foretriangle base), P=27.5ft (mainsail luff), E=11ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 297.5 sq ft. Jib area: 134.1 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the IRWIN 24 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The IRWIN 24 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 24ft LOA, comfort ratio 14.42, capsize ratio 2.22, SA/disp 21.98. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	24 ft
LWL	18.5 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	3.5 ft
Displacement	3,000 lb
Ballast	1,050 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	29 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.25 ft
Pmainsail luff	27.5 ft
Emainsail foot	11 ft
FLforestay	9.3 ft
Mainsail	297.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	134.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	228 sq ft

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