Question 1

What are the specs of the REBEL 16?

Accepted Answer

The REBEL 16 has the following specifications: 16.1ft LOA, 6.62ft beam, 3.5ft draft, 700lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

How much does a REBEL 16 cost?

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The REBEL 16 has an average asking price of $2,375, with prices ranging from $1,500 to $3,250 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the REBEL 16 and when was it made?

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Built by Ray Greene & Co.(USA), designed by Ray Greene/Alvin Youngquist, first built in 1948.

Question 4

Is the REBEL 16 good for offshore sailing?

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The REBEL 16 is classified as a Performance Racer.  The capsize screening ratio is 2.98, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the REBEL 16?

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The REBEL 16 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 33.74, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a REBEL 16?

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Annual maintenance for a REBEL 16 is estimated at $400 – $1.0K. 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 REBEL 16 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the REBEL 16 (16.1ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $0-$50/year (based on $2,375 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 16.1ft boat: Florida: $2,900-$7,700/year. California: $2,700-$6,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,000-$4,500/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $2,000-$5,600/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-$4,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $11K 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 REBEL 16?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the REBEL 16 (16.1ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,900-$7,700/year. California: $2,700-$6,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,000-$4,500/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $2,000-$5,600/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-$4,800/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 9

What are the common problems with the REBEL 16?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the REBEL 16 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in hull, 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 REBEL 16.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a REBEL 16?

Accepted Answer

When buying a REBEL 16, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across hull, 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 REBEL 16 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 REBEL 16?

Accepted Answer

The REBEL 16 has the following rig dimensions: I=18ft (foretriangle height), J=4.42ft (foretriangle base), P=22.29ft (mainsail luff), E=11.12ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 173.6 sq ft. Jib area: 39.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the REBEL 16 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The REBEL 16 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 16.1ft LOA, capsize ratio 2.98, SA/disp 33.74, average price $2,375. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	16.1 ft
Beam	6.62 ft
Draft	3.5 ft/ 0.5 ft min
Displacement	700 lb

Iforetriangle height	18 ft
Jforetriangle base	4.42 ft
Pmainsail luff	22.29 ft
Emainsail foot	11.12 ft
FLforestay	4.4 ft
Mainsail	173.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	39.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	67.6 sq ft

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