Question 1

What are the specs of the SAILMASTER 22?

Accepted Answer

The SAILMASTER 22 has the following specifications: 22ft LOA, 7ft beam, 5.9ft draft, 3,650lb displacement, 1,400.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the SAILMASTER 22 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by De Noord/N. V. Werf Gusto(NED)/Sailmaster (FRA), designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1963.

Question 3

Is the SAILMASTER 22 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SAILMASTER 22 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 23.26, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.82, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the SAILMASTER 22?

Accepted Answer

The SAILMASTER 22 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.5, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 362.74, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SAILMASTER 22?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SAILMASTER 22 is estimated at $800 – $2.0K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a SAILMASTER 22 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SAILMASTER 22 (22ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 22ft boat: Florida: $4,000-$10,600/year. California: $3,700-$9,200/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,200/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,700/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,600-$4,800/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,800/year. Washington: $3,200-$6,900/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,400/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,800/year. South Carolina: $3,400-$6,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $17K 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 SAILMASTER 22?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SAILMASTER 22 (22ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,000-$10,600/year. California: $3,700-$9,200/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,200/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,700/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,600-$4,800/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,800/year. Washington: $3,200-$6,900/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,400/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,800/year. South Carolina: $3,400-$6,600/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 SAILMASTER 22?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the SAILMASTER 22 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, 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 SAILMASTER 22.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SAILMASTER 22?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SAILMASTER 22, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel. 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 SAILMASTER 22 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 SAILMASTER 22?

Accepted Answer

The SAILMASTER 22 has the following rig dimensions: I=26.8ft (foretriangle height), J=7.6ft (foretriangle base), P=23.1ft (mainsail luff), E=11ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 239.1 sq ft. Jib area: 101.8 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the SAILMASTER 22 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SAILMASTER 22 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 22ft LOA, comfort ratio 23.26, capsize ratio 1.82, SA/disp 15.5. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	22 ft
LWL	16.5 ft
Beam	7 ft
Draft	5.9 ft/ 2.33 ft min
Displacement	3,650 lb
Ballast	1,400.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	26.8 ft
Jforetriangle base	7.6 ft
Pmainsail luff	23.1 ft
Emainsail foot	11 ft
FLforestay	7.6 ft
Mainsail	239.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	101.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	173.1 sq ft

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