Question 1

What are the specs of the ROBERTS 25?

Accepted Answer

The ROBERTS 25 has the following specifications: 25ft LOA, 8ft beam, 2.75ft draft, 4,660lb displacement, 1,980lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a ROBERTS 25 cost?

Accepted Answer

The ROBERTS 25 has an average asking price of $12,755, with prices ranging from $6,959 to $20,876 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Is the ROBERTS 25 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The ROBERTS 25 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 20.92, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.92, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the ROBERTS 25?

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The ROBERTS 25 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.72, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 256.18, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a ROBERTS 25?

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Annual maintenance for a ROBERTS 25 is estimated at $1.0K – $2.7K. 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 ROBERTS 25 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the ROBERTS 25 (25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.0K – $2.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$200/year (based on $12,755 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 25ft boat: Florida: $4,500-$12,000/year. California: $4,200-$10,500/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,400/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,400/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,800/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,400/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $18K 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 ROBERTS 25?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the ROBERTS 25 (25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,500-$12,000/year. California: $4,200-$10,500/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,400/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,400/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,800/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,400/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,500/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 ROBERTS 25?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the ROBERTS 25 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 ROBERTS 25.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a ROBERTS 25?

Accepted Answer

When buying a ROBERTS 25, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. 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 ROBERTS 25 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 ROBERTS 25?

Accepted Answer

The ROBERTS 25 has the following rig dimensions: I=28.1ft (foretriangle height), J=10ft (foretriangle base), P=24.1ft (mainsail luff), E=9.6ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 265.4 sq ft. Jib area: 140.5 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the ROBERTS 25 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ROBERTS 25 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25ft LOA, comfort ratio 20.92, capsize ratio 1.92, SA/disp 14.72, average price $12,755. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25 ft
LWL	20.1 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	2.75 ft
Displacement	4,660 lb
Ballast	1,980 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	28.1 ft
Jforetriangle base	10 ft
Pmainsail luff	24.1 ft
Emainsail foot	9.6 ft
FLforestay	10 ft
Mainsail	265.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	140.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	238.9 sq ft

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