Question 1

What are the specs of the NOELEX 25?

Accepted Answer

The NOELEX 25 has the following specifications: 25.49ft LOA, 8.2ft beam, 4.59ft draft, 2,601lb displacement, 600.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a NOELEX 25 cost?

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The NOELEX 25 has an average asking price of $17,476, with prices ranging from $16,694 to $18,086 based on 5 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NOELEX 25 and when was it made?

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Built by Marten Marine (NZ), designed by Noel Honey/Alex Trethewey/Steve Marten, first built in 1968, 500 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the NOELEX 25 good for offshore sailing?

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The NOELEX 25 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 10.53, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.39, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the NOELEX 25?

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The NOELEX 25 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 19.51, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 106.85, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NOELEX 25?

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Annual maintenance for a NOELEX 25 is estimated at $1.1K – $2.8K. 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 NOELEX 25 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the NOELEX 25 (25.49ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $2.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$300/year (based on $17,476 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 25.49ft boat: Florida: $4,600-$12,200/year. California: $4,300-$10,700/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,500/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,500/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,000/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,500/year. South Carolina: $4,000-$7,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $18K 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 NOELEX 25?

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Marina slip costs for the NOELEX 25 (25.49ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,600-$12,200/year. California: $4,300-$10,700/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,500/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,500/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,000/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,500/year. South Carolina: $4,000-$7,600/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 NOELEX 25?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the NOELEX 25 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, keel, rudder, 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 NOELEX 25.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NOELEX 25?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NOELEX 25, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, keel, rudder. 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 NOELEX 25 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the NOELEX 25 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NOELEX 25 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25.49ft LOA, comfort ratio 10.53, capsize ratio 2.39, SA/disp 19.51, average price $17,476. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25.49 ft
LWL	22.15 ft
Beam	8.2 ft
Draft	4.59 ft/ 0.98 ft min
Displacement	2,601 lb
Ballast	600.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.3 kn

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