Question 1

What are the specs of the PICNIC 17?

Accepted Answer

The PICNIC 17 has the following specifications: 17ft LOA, 6.5ft beam, 2.25ft draft, 700lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the PICNIC 17 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by General Boats Corp./Lofland-Sailcraft (USA), designed by Nils Lucander, first built in 1959, 350 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the PICNIC 17 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PICNIC 17 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 5.64, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.93, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the PICNIC 17?

Accepted Answer

The PICNIC 17 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 38.01, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 86.74, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a PICNIC 17?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PICNIC 17 is estimated at $400 – $1.2K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a PICNIC 17 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PICNIC 17 (17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 17ft boat: Florida: $3,100-$8,200/year. California: $2,900-$7,100/year. Massachusetts: $2,100-$4,800/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,100-$6,000/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,000-$3,700/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,700/year. Washington: $2,400-$5,300/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,600/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,800-$3,700/year. South Carolina: $2,700-$5,100/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 7

How much does it cost to dock a PICNIC 17?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PICNIC 17 (17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,100-$8,200/year. California: $2,900-$7,100/year. Massachusetts: $2,100-$4,800/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,100-$6,000/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,000-$3,700/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,700/year. Washington: $2,400-$5,300/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,600/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,800-$3,700/year. South Carolina: $2,700-$5,100/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 8

What are the common problems with the PICNIC 17?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the PICNIC 17 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, 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 PICNIC 17.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a PICNIC 17?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PICNIC 17, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel, 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 PICNIC 17 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the PICNIC 17 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PICNIC 17 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 17ft LOA, comfort ratio 5.64, capsize ratio 2.93, SA/disp 38.01. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	17 ft
LWL	15.33 ft
Beam	6.5 ft
Draft	2.25 ft/ 0.83 ft min
Displacement	700 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.2 kn

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