Question 1

What are the specs of the PRINDLE 19?

Accepted Answer

The PRINDLE 19 has the following specifications: 19.21ft LOA, 8.5ft beam, 2.08ft draft, 385lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar). Keel: Variable, Twin/Triple.

Question 2

Who built the PRINDLE 19 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Performance Catamarans (USA), designed by Richard Loutek, first built in 1985.

Question 3

Is the PRINDLE 19 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PRINDLE 19 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull. It has a comfort ratio of 1.84, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 4.68, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the PRINDLE 19?

Accepted Answer

The PRINDLE 19 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 74.76, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 27.15, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a PRINDLE 19?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PRINDLE 19 is estimated at $500 – $1.4K. 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 PRINDLE 19 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PRINDLE 19 (19.21ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $500 – $1.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 19.21ft boat: Florida: $3,500-$9,200/year. California: $3,200-$8,100/year. Massachusetts: $2,400-$5,400/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,400-$6,700/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,300-$4,100/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,100/year. Washington: $2,800-$6,000/year. Michigan: $1,300-$3,000/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,100/year. South Carolina: $3,000-$5,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $15K 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 PRINDLE 19?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PRINDLE 19 (19.21ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,500-$9,200/year. California: $3,200-$8,100/year. Massachusetts: $2,400-$5,400/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,400-$6,700/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,300-$4,100/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,100/year. Washington: $2,800-$6,000/year. Michigan: $1,300-$3,000/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,100/year. South Carolina: $3,000-$5,800/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 8

What are the common problems with the PRINDLE 19?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the PRINDLE 19 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 PRINDLE 19.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a PRINDLE 19?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PRINDLE 19, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 PRINDLE 19 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 PRINDLE 19 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PRINDLE 19 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 19.21ft LOA, comfort ratio 1.84, capsize ratio 4.68, SA/disp 74.76. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	19.21 ft
LWL	18.5 ft
Beam	8.5 ft
Draft	2.08 ft/ 0.42 ft min
Displacement	385 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.8 kn

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