Question 1

What are the specs of the O'DAY 20?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 20 has the following specifications: 19.58ft LOA, 7ft beam, 3.92ft draft, 2,350lb displacement, 400lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a O'DAY 20 cost?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 20 has an average asking price of $3,392, with prices ranging from $2,500 to $4,500 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Who built the O'DAY 20 and when was it made?

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Built by O'Day Corp. (USA), designed by C.Raymond Hunt Associates, first built in 1973, with production ending in 1979, 949 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the O'DAY 20 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 20 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 15.14, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.11, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the O'DAY 20?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 20 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.24, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 204.39, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a O'DAY 20?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a O'DAY 20 is estimated at $600 – $1.5K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a O'DAY 20 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the O'DAY 20 (19.58ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $600 – $1.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$50/year (based on $3,392 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 19.58ft 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-$6,900/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: $3,100-$5,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $13K 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 O'DAY 20?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the O'DAY 20 (19.58ft) 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-$6,900/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: $3,100-$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 9

What are the common problems with the O'DAY 20?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the O'DAY 20 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, keel, hull, rigging, 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 O'DAY 20.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a O'DAY 20?

Accepted Answer

When buying a O'DAY 20, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, keel, hull, rigging. 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 O'DAY 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 O'DAY 20?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 20 has the following rig dimensions: I=22ft (foretriangle height), J=7.3ft (foretriangle base), P=24.5ft (mainsail luff), E=9ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 181.4 sq ft. Jib area: 92.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the O'DAY 20 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The O'DAY 20 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 19.58ft LOA, comfort ratio 15.14, capsize ratio 2.11, SA/disp 17.24, average price $3,392. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	19.58 ft
LWL	17.25 ft
Beam	7 ft
Draft	3.92 ft/ 1.17 ft min
Displacement	2,350 lb
Ballast	400 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	22 ft
Jforetriangle base	7.3 ft
Pmainsail luff	24.5 ft
Emainsail foot	9 ft
FLforestay	7.8 ft
Mainsail	181.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	92.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	157.8 sq ft

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