Question 1

What are the specs of the SEARAIL 19?

Accepted Answer

The SEARAIL 19 has the following specifications: 19.03ft LOA, 14.62ft beam, 700lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar). Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the SEARAIL 19 and when was it made?

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Built by /Phil Medley, designed by Nigel Irens/Phil Medley, first built in 2012.

Question 3

Is the SEARAIL 19 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEARAIL 19 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull.  The capsize screening ratio is 6.59, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the SEARAIL 19?

Accepted Answer

The SEARAIL 19 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 51.83, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SEARAIL 19?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SEARAIL 19 is estimated at $400 – $1.1K. 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 SEARAIL 19 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEARAIL 19 (19.03ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 19.03ft boat: Florida: $3,400-$9,100/year. California: $3,200-$8,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,400-$5,300/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,400-$6,700/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,300-$4,100/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,100/year. Washington: $2,700-$5,900/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,900/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,100/year. South Carolina: $3,000-$5,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $15K 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 SEARAIL 19?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEARAIL 19 (19.03ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,400-$9,100/year. California: $3,200-$8,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,400-$5,300/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,400-$6,700/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,300-$4,100/year. Texas: $1,400-$4,100/year. Washington: $2,700-$5,900/year. Michigan: $1,300-$2,900/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,100-$4,100/year. South Carolina: $3,000-$5,700/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 SEARAIL 19?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 9 issues reported for the SEARAIL 19 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, sails, engine, 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 SEARAIL 19.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SEARAIL 19?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEARAIL 19, SailPages.com has compiled 9 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, sails, engine, 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 SEARAIL 19 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 SEARAIL 19 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEARAIL 19 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 19.03ft LOA, capsize ratio 6.59, SA/disp 51.83. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	19.03 ft
Beam	14.62 ft
Displacement	700 lb

Mainsail	172.22 sq ft
Jib (100%)	82.88 sq ft
Spinnaker	278.03 sq ft

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