Question 1

What are the specs of the POGO 50?

Accepted Answer

The POGO 50 has the following specifications: 52.99ft LOA, 16.9ft beam, 11.48ft draft, 19,621lb displacement, 7,054.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Solent. Keel: Fin, Variable.

Question 2

Who built the POGO 50 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Pogo Structures (FRA), designed by Finot-Conq, first built in 2012.

Question 3

Is the POGO 50 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The POGO 50 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 13.83, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.51, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the POGO 50?

Accepted Answer

The POGO 50 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 35.88, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 70.62, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a POGO 50?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a POGO 50 is estimated at $3.9K – $10K. 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 POGO 50 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the POGO 50 (52.99ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.9K – $10K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 52.99ft boat: Florida: $9,500-$25,400/year. California: $8,900-$22,300/year. Massachusetts: $6,700-$14,800/year + $2,100 winter storage. New York: $6,700-$18,500/year + $2,100 winter storage. Maryland: $6,400-$11,400/year. Texas: $3,800-$11,400/year. Washington: $7,600-$16,500/year. Michigan: $3,700-$8,200/year + $2,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,700-$11,400/year. South Carolina: $8,300-$15,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $44K 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 POGO 50?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the POGO 50 (52.99ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $9,500-$25,400/year. California: $8,900-$22,300/year. Massachusetts: $6,700-$14,800/year + $2,100 winter storage. New York: $6,700-$18,500/year + $2,100 winter storage. Maryland: $6,400-$11,400/year. Texas: $3,800-$11,400/year. Washington: $7,600-$16,500/year. Michigan: $3,700-$8,200/year + $2,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,700-$11,400/year. South Carolina: $8,300-$15,900/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 8

What are the common problems with the POGO 50?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the POGO 50 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, structural, 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 POGO 50.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a POGO 50?

Accepted Answer

When buying a POGO 50, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, structural. 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 POGO 50 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 POGO 50 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The POGO 50 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 52.99ft LOA, comfort ratio 13.83, capsize ratio 2.51, SA/disp 35.88. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	52.99 ft
LWL	49.87 ft
Beam	16.9 ft
Draft	11.48 ft/ 4.92 ft min
Displacement	19,621 lb
Ballast	7,054.8 lb
Material	49’ 11”15.2 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	9.5 kn

Cabins	3
Berths	6
Heads	2
Water	147.9 L
Fuel	66 L
CE category	About610 000€(2020)

TWA \ TWS	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	20	24
52°	5.3	7.0	8.1	8.5	8.8	9.0	9.1	9.2	9.2
60°	5.7	7.5	8.5	8.9	9.2	9.3	9.5	9.7	9.7
75°	6.0	7.8	8.9	9.4	9.7	10.0	10.2	10.5	10.6
90°	5.8	7.7	8.9	9.6	10.1	10.5	10.9	11.4	11.7
110°	5.2	7.2	8.7	9.6	10.3	10.9	11.4	12.5	13.3
120°	4.9	6.9	8.6	9.6	10.5	11.2	12.0	13.3	14.1
135°	4.3	6.2	7.9	9.1	10.0	11.1	12.3	14.3	16.3
150°	3.6	5.2	6.7	7.9	9.0	9.8	10.8	13.1	15.9
Beat VMG	3.4	4.6	5.4	5.8	6.0	6.2	6.3	6.3	6.2
Run VMG	3.1	4.5	5.8	6.9	7.8	8.5	9.3	11.4	13.8

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