Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 25?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 25 has the following specifications: 25ft LOA, 8ft beam, 4.25ft draft, 3,750lb displacement, 1,249.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PEARSON 25 cost?

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The PEARSON 25 has an average asking price of $9,000, with prices ranging from $9,000 to $9,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PEARSON 25 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by Doug Peterson, first built in 1986.

Question 4

Is the PEARSON 25 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 25 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 16.14, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.06, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the PEARSON 25?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 25 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.08, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 170.34, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 25?

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Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 25 is estimated at $900 – $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 PEARSON 25 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 25 (25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $900 – $2.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$150/year (based on $9,000 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 PEARSON 25?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 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 PEARSON 25?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the PEARSON 25 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, engine, 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 PEARSON 25.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 25?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 25, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, engine. 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 PEARSON 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 PEARSON 25?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 25 has the following rig dimensions: I=30.27ft (foretriangle height), J=9.5ft (foretriangle base), P=27ft (mainsail luff), E=8.4ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 266.3 sq ft. Jib area: 143.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PEARSON 25 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 25 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25ft LOA, comfort ratio 16.14, capsize ratio 2.06, SA/disp 17.08, average price $9,000. 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	21.42 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	4.25 ft
Displacement	3,750 lb
Ballast	1,249.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	30.27 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	27 ft
Emainsail foot	8.4 ft
FLforestay	9.5 ft
Mainsail	266.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	143.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	244.4 sq ft

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