Question 1

What are the specs of the SEAWAY 25?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWAY 25 has the following specifications: 25.82ft LOA, 8.17ft beam, 4.99ft draft, 2,800lb displacement, 1,300lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the SEAWAY 25 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Stevenson Sailboats Pty. Ltd. (AUS), designed by Doug Peterson, first built in 1978.

Question 3

Is the SEAWAY 25 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWAY 25 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 11.69, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.32, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the SEAWAY 25?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWAY 25 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 21.4, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 131.94, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SEAWAY 25?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SEAWAY 25 is estimated at $1.1K – $2.8K. 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 SEAWAY 25 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEAWAY 25 (25.82ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $2.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 25.82ft boat: Florida: $4,600-$12,400/year. California: $4,300-$10,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,100/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,000-$7,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $20K 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 SEAWAY 25?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEAWAY 25 (25.82ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,600-$12,400/year. California: $4,300-$10,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,300-$7,200/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,300-$9,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,100-$5,600/year. Texas: $1,900-$5,600/year. Washington: $3,700-$8,100/year. Michigan: $1,800-$4,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,800-$5,600/year. South Carolina: $4,000-$7,700/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 SEAWAY 25?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the SEAWAY 25 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in sails, rigging, 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 SEAWAY 25.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SEAWAY 25?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEAWAY 25, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across sails, rigging. 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 SEAWAY 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 SEAWAY 25?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWAY 25 has the following rig dimensions: I=26.64ft (foretriangle height), J=8.86ft (foretriangle base), P=28.21ft (mainsail luff), E=10.43ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 276.9 sq ft. Jib area: 118 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the SEAWAY 25 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWAY 25 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25.82ft LOA, comfort ratio 11.69, capsize ratio 2.32, SA/disp 21.4. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25.82 ft
LWL	21.16 ft
Beam	8.17 ft
Draft	4.99 ft/ 1.08 ft min
Displacement	2,800 lb
Ballast	1,300 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	26.64 ft
Jforetriangle base	8.86 ft
Pmainsail luff	28.21 ft
Emainsail foot	10.43 ft
FLforestay	8.9 ft
Mainsail	276.9 sq ft
Jib (100%)	118 sq ft
Spinnaker	200.6 sq ft

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