Question 1

What are the specs of the RODGERS 24?

Accepted Answer

The RODGERS 24 has the following specifications: 24ft LOA, 8.2ft beam, 5.5ft draft, 2,200lb displacement, 1,060lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the RODGERS 24 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Captiva Yachts (USA), designed by O. H. Rodgers, first built in 1981.

Question 3

Is the RODGERS 24 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The RODGERS 24 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 9.57, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.52, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the RODGERS 24?

Accepted Answer

The RODGERS 24 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 24.56, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 114, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a RODGERS 24?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a RODGERS 24 is estimated at $900 – $2.4K. 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 RODGERS 24 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the RODGERS 24 (24ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $900 – $2.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 24ft boat: Florida: $4,300-$11,500/year. California: $4,000-$10,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,400/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,700-$7,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $19K 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 RODGERS 24?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the RODGERS 24 (24ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,300-$11,500/year. California: $4,000-$10,100/year. Massachusetts: $3,000-$6,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,000-$8,400/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,200/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,200/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,500/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,700/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,200/year. South Carolina: $3,700-$7,200/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 RODGERS 24?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the RODGERS 24 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, 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 RODGERS 24.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a RODGERS 24?

Accepted Answer

When buying a RODGERS 24, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder. 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 RODGERS 24 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 RODGERS 24?

Accepted Answer

The RODGERS 24 has the following rig dimensions: I=26ft (foretriangle height), J=8.5ft (foretriangle base), P=27ft (mainsail luff), E=11ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 270.9 sq ft. Jib area: 110.5 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the RODGERS 24 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The RODGERS 24 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 24ft LOA, comfort ratio 9.57, capsize ratio 2.52, SA/disp 24.56. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	24 ft
LWL	20.5 ft
Beam	8.2 ft
Draft	5.5 ft/ 1.5 ft min
Displacement	2,200 lb
Ballast	1,060 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.1 kn

Iforetriangle height	26 ft
Jforetriangle base	8.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	27 ft
Emainsail foot	11 ft
FLforestay	8.5 ft
Mainsail	270.9 sq ft
Jib (100%)	110.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	187.9 sq ft

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