Question 1

What are the specs of the NIMBLE 20?

Accepted Answer

The NIMBLE 20 has the following specifications: 20.92ft LOA, 7.75ft beam, 4.08ft draft, 1,854lb displacement, 399.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractionally Rigged Ketch. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a NIMBLE 20 cost?

Accepted Answer

The NIMBLE 20 has an average asking price of $7,133, with prices ranging from $4,600 to $8,900 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NIMBLE 20 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Nimble Boats (USA), designed by Ted Brewer, first built in 1986.

Question 4

Is the NIMBLE 20 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NIMBLE 20 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 9.32, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.53, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the NIMBLE 20?

Accepted Answer

The NIMBLE 20 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 22, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 107.44, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NIMBLE 20?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a NIMBLE 20 is estimated at $700 – $1.9K. 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 NIMBLE 20 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NIMBLE 20 (20.92ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $700 – $1.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $7,133 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 20.92ft boat: Florida: $3,800-$10,000/year. California: $3,500-$8,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,600-$5,900/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,600-$7,300/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,500-$4,500/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,500/year. Washington: $3,000-$6,500/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,200/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,500/year. South Carolina: $3,300-$6,300/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 8

How much does it cost to dock a NIMBLE 20?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NIMBLE 20 (20.92ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,800-$10,000/year. California: $3,500-$8,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,600-$5,900/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,600-$7,300/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,500-$4,500/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,500/year. Washington: $3,000-$6,500/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,200/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,500/year. South Carolina: $3,300-$6,300/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 NIMBLE 20?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the NIMBLE 20 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 NIMBLE 20.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NIMBLE 20?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NIMBLE 20, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, 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 NIMBLE 20 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 NIMBLE 20?

Accepted Answer

The NIMBLE 20 has the following rig dimensions: I=19.58ft (foretriangle height), J=6.33ft (foretriangle base), P=21.08ft (mainsail luff), E=9.75ft (mainsail foot).

Question 12

How does the NIMBLE 20 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NIMBLE 20 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 20.92ft LOA, comfort ratio 9.32, capsize ratio 2.53, SA/disp 22, average price $7,133. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	20.92 ft
LWL	19.75 ft
Beam	7.75 ft
Draft	4.08 ft/ 0.92 ft min
Displacement	1,854 lb
Ballast	399.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	19.58 ft
Jforetriangle base	6.33 ft
Pmainsail luff	21.08 ft
Emainsail foot	9.75 ft

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