Question 1

What are the specs of the OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23?

Accepted Answer

The OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 has the following specifications: 22.75ft LOA, 7.25ft beam, 3.75ft draft, 2,200lb displacement, 999.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin, Variable.

Question 2

How much does a OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 cost?

Accepted Answer

The OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 has an average asking price of $2,600, with prices ranging from $2,600 to $2,600 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Olympic Yachts Ltd.(CAN), designed by Derek Angus, first built in 1973.

Question 4

Is the OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 11.47, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.23, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23?

Accepted Answer

The OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 20.01, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 114, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 is estimated at $800 – $2.2K. 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 OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 (22.75ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $0-$50/year (based on $2,600 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 22.75ft boat: Florida: $4,100-$10,900/year. California: $3,800-$9,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,900-$6,400/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,900-$8,000/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,900/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,900/year. Washington: $3,300-$7,100/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,500-$4,900/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $16K 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 OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 (22.75ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,100-$10,900/year. California: $3,800-$9,600/year. Massachusetts: $2,900-$6,400/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,900-$8,000/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,900/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,900/year. Washington: $3,300-$7,100/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,500-$4,900/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,800/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 OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23?

Accepted Answer

When buying a OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 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 OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23?

Accepted Answer

The OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 has the following rig dimensions: I=25ft (foretriangle height), J=8.58ft (foretriangle base), P=21.42ft (mainsail luff), E=9.75ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 220 sq ft. Jib area: 107.3 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The OLYMPIC DOLPHIN 23 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 22.75ft LOA, comfort ratio 11.47, capsize ratio 2.23, SA/disp 20.01, average price $2,600. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	22.75 ft
LWL	20.5 ft
Beam	7.25 ft
Draft	3.75 ft/ 1.67 ft min
Displacement	2,200 lb
Ballast	999.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.1 kn

Iforetriangle height	25 ft
Jforetriangle base	8.58 ft
Pmainsail luff	21.42 ft
Emainsail foot	9.75 ft
FLforestay	8.6 ft
Mainsail	220 sq ft
Jib (100%)	107.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	182.3 sq ft

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