Question 1

What are the specs of the QUICKSTEP 24?

Accepted Answer

The QUICKSTEP 24 has the following specifications: 23.92ft LOA, 7.92ft beam, 3.37ft draft, 4,000lb displacement, 1,900lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the QUICKSTEP 24 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Stannard Boat Works/C.E. Ryder/Shannon Yachts, designed by Ted Brewer, first built in 1976, with production ending in 1989, 200 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the QUICKSTEP 24 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The QUICKSTEP 24 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 19.17, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the QUICKSTEP 24?

Accepted Answer

The QUICKSTEP 24 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.49, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 260.35, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a QUICKSTEP 24?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a QUICKSTEP 24 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 6

How much does it cost to own a QUICKSTEP 24 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the QUICKSTEP 24 (23.92ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 23.92ft boat: Florida: $4,300-$11,500/year. California: $4,000-$10,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,400/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,400-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,700-$7,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $19K 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 QUICKSTEP 24?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the QUICKSTEP 24 (23.92ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,300-$11,500/year. California: $4,000-$10,000/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,400/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,400-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,700-$7,200/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 QUICKSTEP 24?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 8 issues reported for the QUICKSTEP 24 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, engine, interior, 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 QUICKSTEP 24.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a QUICKSTEP 24?

Accepted Answer

When buying a QUICKSTEP 24, SailPages.com has compiled 8 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, engine, interior. 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 QUICKSTEP 24 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the QUICKSTEP 24?

Accepted Answer

The QUICKSTEP 24 has the following rig dimensions: I=28.3ft (foretriangle height), J=9.5ft (foretriangle base), P=25ft (mainsail luff), E=10ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 269.4 sq ft. Jib area: 134.4 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the QUICKSTEP 24 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The QUICKSTEP 24 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 23.92ft LOA, comfort ratio 19.17, capsize ratio 2, SA/disp 16.49. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	23.92 ft
LWL	19 ft
Beam	7.92 ft
Draft	3.37 ft
Displacement	4,000 lb
Ballast	1,900 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	28.3 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	25 ft
Emainsail foot	10 ft
FLforestay	9.5 ft
Mainsail	269.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	134.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	228.5 sq ft

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