Question 1

What are the specs of the OLSON 25?

Accepted Answer

The OLSON 25 has the following specifications: 25ft LOA, 9ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 2,900lb displacement, 1,300.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a OLSON 25 cost?

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The OLSON 25 has an average asking price of $11,467, with prices ranging from $8,900 to $13,500 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the OLSON 25 and when was it made?

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Built by Pacific Boats/Ericson Yachts (USA), designed by George Olson, first built in 1984, 130 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the OLSON 25 good for offshore sailing?

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The OLSON 25 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 10.75, 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 OLSON 25?

Accepted Answer

The OLSON 25 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 23.19, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 135.88, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a OLSON 25?

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Annual maintenance for a OLSON 25 is estimated at $1.0K – $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 7

How much does it cost to own a OLSON 25 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the OLSON 25 (25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.0K – $2.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$200/year (based on $11,467 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 25ft boat: Florida: $4,500-$12,000/year. California: $4,200-$10,500/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,400/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,400/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,800/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,400/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,500/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 OLSON 25?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the OLSON 25 (25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,500-$12,000/year. California: $4,200-$10,500/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,400/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,400/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,800/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,400/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,500/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 OLSON 25?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the OLSON 25 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 OLSON 25.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a OLSON 25?

Accepted Answer

When buying a OLSON 25, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 OLSON 25 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 OLSON 25?

Accepted Answer

The OLSON 25 has the following rig dimensions: I=32ft (foretriangle height), J=9.58ft (foretriangle base), P=28ft (mainsail luff), E=10ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 304.5 sq ft. Jib area: 153.3 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the OLSON 25 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The OLSON 25 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25ft LOA, comfort ratio 10.75, capsize ratio 2.53, SA/disp 23.19, average price $11,467. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25 ft
LWL	21.2 ft
Beam	9 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	2,900 lb
Ballast	1,300.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	32 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.58 ft
Pmainsail luff	28 ft
Emainsail foot	10 ft
FLforestay	9.6 ft
Mainsail	304.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	153.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	260.6 sq ft

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