Question 1

What are the specs of the RAFIKI 37?

Accepted Answer

The RAFIKI 37 has the following specifications: 36.75ft LOA, 11.97ft beam, 6ft draft, 26,500lb displacement, 11,501lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a RAFIKI 37 cost?

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The RAFIKI 37 has an average asking price of $48,000, with prices ranging from $48,000 to $48,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the RAFIKI 37 and when was it made?

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Built by Pacific Yacht Crafters/Lien Hwa (TAIWAN), designed by Stan Huntingford, first built in 1975, 55 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the RAFIKI 37 good for offshore sailing?

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The RAFIKI 37 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 44.92, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.61, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the RAFIKI 37?

Accepted Answer

The RAFIKI 37 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.18, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 361.03, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a RAFIKI 37?

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Annual maintenance for a RAFIKI 37 is estimated at $2.4K – $6.3K. 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 RAFIKI 37 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the RAFIKI 37 (36.75ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.4K – $6.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $450-$750/year (based on $48,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36.75ft boat: Florida: $6,600-$17,600/year. California: $6,200-$15,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$7,900/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,900/year. Washington: $5,300-$11,500/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,000-$7,900/year. South Carolina: $5,700-$11,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $29K 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 RAFIKI 37?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the RAFIKI 37 (36.75ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,600-$17,600/year. California: $6,200-$15,400/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$7,900/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,900/year. Washington: $5,300-$11,500/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,000-$7,900/year. South Carolina: $5,700-$11,000/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 RAFIKI 37?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the RAFIKI 37 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in interior, hull, 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 RAFIKI 37.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a RAFIKI 37?

Accepted Answer

When buying a RAFIKI 37, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across interior, hull. 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 RAFIKI 37 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 RAFIKI 37?

Accepted Answer

The RAFIKI 37 has the following rig dimensions: I=47ft (foretriangle height), J=16ft (foretriangle base), P=41.5ft (mainsail luff), E=17ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 757 sq ft. Jib area: 376 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the RAFIKI 37 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The RAFIKI 37 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36.75ft LOA, comfort ratio 44.92, capsize ratio 1.61, SA/disp 13.18, average price $48,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36.75 ft
LWL	32 ft
Beam	11.97 ft
Draft	6 ft
Displacement	26,500 lb
Ballast	11,501 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	47 ft
Jforetriangle base	16 ft
Pmainsail luff	41.5 ft
Emainsail foot	17 ft
FLforestay	16 ft
Mainsail	757 sq ft
Jib (100%)	376 sq ft
Spinnaker	639.2 sq ft

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