Question 1

What are the specs of the SEAWARD 25?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWARD 25 has the following specifications: 26.75ft LOA, 8.33ft beam, 2.08ft draft, 3,600lb displacement, 1,199.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SEAWARD 25 cost?

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The SEAWARD 25 has an average asking price of $22,054, with prices ranging from $5,495 to $53,834 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEAWARD 25 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Hake Yachts, Inc. (USA), designed by Nick Hake, first built in 1984, 600 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SEAWARD 25 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWARD 25 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 13.69, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.18, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the SEAWARD 25?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWARD 25 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.87, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 132.09, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEAWARD 25?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SEAWARD 25 is estimated at $1.1K – $2.9K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a SEAWARD 25 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEAWARD 25 (26.75ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $2.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $200-$350/year (based on $22,054 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 26.75ft boat: Florida: $4,800-$12,800/year. California: $4,500-$11,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,800/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,800/year. Washington: $3,900-$8,300/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,100/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,800/year. South Carolina: $4,200-$8,000/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 8

How much does it cost to dock a SEAWARD 25?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEAWARD 25 (26.75ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,800-$12,800/year. California: $4,500-$11,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,400/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,200-$5,800/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,800/year. Washington: $3,900-$8,300/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,100/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,800/year. South Carolina: $4,200-$8,000/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 9

What are the common problems with the SEAWARD 25?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SEAWARD 25 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, 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 SEAWARD 25.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEAWARD 25?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEAWARD 25, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing. 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 SEAWARD 25 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the SEAWARD 25?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWARD 25 has the following rig dimensions: I=25.5ft (foretriangle height), J=8.75ft (foretriangle base), P=25.92ft (mainsail luff), E=10.42ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 257.4 sq ft. Jib area: 111.6 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SEAWARD 25 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWARD 25 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 26.75ft LOA, comfort ratio 13.69, capsize ratio 2.18, SA/disp 16.87, average price $22,054. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	26.75 ft
LWL	23 ft
Beam	8.33 ft
Draft	2.08 ft
Displacement	3,600 lb
Ballast	1,199.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	25.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	8.75 ft
Pmainsail luff	25.92 ft
Emainsail foot	10.42 ft
FLforestay	8.8 ft
Mainsail	257.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	111.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	189.7 sq ft

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