Question 1

What are the specs of the RAIDER II?

Accepted Answer

The RAIDER II has the following specifications: 16.17ft LOA, 7.33ft beam, 3.08ft draft, 200lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the RAIDER II and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Johannsen Boat Works (USA), designed by John Drawe/Dave Ellis, first built in 2011.

Question 3

Is the RAIDER II good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The RAIDER II is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 1.36, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 5.02, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the RAIDER II?

Accepted Answer

The RAIDER II has a sail area to displacement ratio of 75.38, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 22.13, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a RAIDER II?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a RAIDER II is estimated at $300 – $800. 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 RAIDER II per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the RAIDER II (16.17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $300 – $800/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 16.17ft boat: Florida: $2,900-$7,800/year. California: $2,700-$6,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,000-$4,500/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $2,000-$5,700/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,900-$3,500/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,500/year. Washington: $2,300-$5,000/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,500/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,700-$3,500/year. South Carolina: $2,500-$4,900/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 RAIDER II?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the RAIDER II (16.17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,900-$7,800/year. California: $2,700-$6,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,000-$4,500/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $2,000-$5,700/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,900-$3,500/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,500/year. Washington: $2,300-$5,000/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,500/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,700-$3,500/year. South Carolina: $2,500-$4,900/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 RAIDER II?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the RAIDER II by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, 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 RAIDER II.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a RAIDER II?

Accepted Answer

When buying a RAIDER II, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, 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 RAIDER II 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 RAIDER II?

Accepted Answer

The RAIDER II has the following rig dimensions: I=14.16ft (foretriangle height), J=5ft (foretriangle base), P=19.83ft (mainsail luff), E=9ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 131.8 sq ft. Jib area: 35.4 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the RAIDER II compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The RAIDER II is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 16.17ft LOA, comfort ratio 1.36, capsize ratio 5.02, SA/disp 75.38. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	16.17 ft
LWL	15.92 ft
Beam	7.33 ft
Draft	3.08 ft/ 0.54 ft min
Displacement	200 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	14.16 ft
Jforetriangle base	5 ft
Pmainsail luff	19.83 ft
Emainsail foot	9 ft
FLforestay	5 ft
Mainsail	131.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	35.4 sq ft
Spinnaker	60.2 sq ft

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