Question 1

What are the specs of the REFLEX 38?

Accepted Answer

The REFLEX 38 has the following specifications: 37.99ft LOA, 12.8ft beam, 7.55ft draft, 13,962lb displacement, 6,282.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the REFLEX 38 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Harley Raceboats (UK), designed by Christian Stimson, first built in 1999.

Question 3

Is the REFLEX 38 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The REFLEX 38 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 20.51, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.13, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the REFLEX 38?

Accepted Answer

The REFLEX 38 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 25.77, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 156.92, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a REFLEX 38?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a REFLEX 38 is estimated at $2.1K – $5.6K. 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 REFLEX 38 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the REFLEX 38 (37.99ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.1K – $5.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 37.99ft boat: Florida: $6,800-$18,200/year. California: $6,400-$16,000/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,600-$8,200/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,200/year. Washington: $5,500-$11,900/year. Michigan: $2,700-$5,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,200/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $30K 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 REFLEX 38?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the REFLEX 38 (37.99ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,800-$18,200/year. California: $6,400-$16,000/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,600-$8,200/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,200/year. Washington: $5,500-$11,900/year. Michigan: $2,700-$5,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,200/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,400/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 REFLEX 38?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the REFLEX 38 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, 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 REFLEX 38.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a REFLEX 38?

Accepted Answer

When buying a REFLEX 38, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck. 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 REFLEX 38 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 REFLEX 38 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The REFLEX 38 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 37.99ft LOA, comfort ratio 20.51, capsize ratio 2.13, SA/disp 25.77. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	37.99 ft
LWL	34.12 ft
Beam	12.8 ft
Draft	7.55 ft
Displacement	13,962 lb
Ballast	6,282.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.8 kn

Mainsail	489.87 sq ft
Jib (100%)	440.67 sq ft
Spinnaker	1,228.16 sq ft

TWA \ TWS	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	20	24
52°	4.2	5.6	6.6	7.2	7.5	7.6	7.7	7.8	7.8
60°	4.5	5.9	6.9	7.4	7.7	7.8	7.9	8.0	8.0
75°	4.7	6.1	7.0	7.5	7.8	8.1	8.2	8.4	8.6
90°	4.5	6.0	7.0	7.5	7.9	8.2	8.4	8.8	9.1
110°	4.4	6.0	7.2	7.8	8.2	8.4	8.7	9.1	9.5
120°	4.2	5.8	7.0	7.7	8.2	8.6	9.0	9.6	10.2
135°	3.7	5.2	6.5	7.4	7.9	8.4	8.9	10.2	11.8
150°	3.1	4.4	5.6	6.7	7.4	7.9	8.4	9.4	11.0
Beat VMG	2.7	3.7	4.5	5.0	5.3	5.4	5.5	5.6	5.5
Run VMG	2.6	3.8	4.8	5.8	6.5	7.2	7.6	8.5	9.6

REFLEX 38

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