Question 1

What are the specs of the SLIPPER 17?

Accepted Answer

The SLIPPER 17 has the following specifications: 16.83ft LOA, 8ft beam, 1.58ft draft, 1,250lb displacement, 425lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the SLIPPER 17 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Starboard Yacht Co. (USA), first built in 1981, with production ending in 1991.

Question 3

Is the SLIPPER 17 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SLIPPER 17 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 7.84, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.97, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the SLIPPER 17?

Accepted Answer

The SLIPPER 17 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 20.72, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 171.1, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SLIPPER 17?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SLIPPER 17 is estimated at $400 – $1.0K. 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 SLIPPER 17 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SLIPPER 17 (16.83ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 16.83ft boat: Florida: $3,000-$8,100/year. California: $2,800-$7,100/year. Massachusetts: $2,100-$4,700/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,100-$5,900/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,000-$3,600/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,600/year. Washington: $2,400-$5,300/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,600/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,800-$3,600/year. South Carolina: $2,600-$5,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $13K 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 SLIPPER 17?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SLIPPER 17 (16.83ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,000-$8,100/year. California: $2,800-$7,100/year. Massachusetts: $2,100-$4,700/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,100-$5,900/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,000-$3,600/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,600/year. Washington: $2,400-$5,300/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,600/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,800-$3,600/year. South Carolina: $2,600-$5,000/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 8

What are the common problems with the SLIPPER 17?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SLIPPER 17 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, 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 SLIPPER 17.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SLIPPER 17?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SLIPPER 17, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, 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 SLIPPER 17 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 SLIPPER 17 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SLIPPER 17 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 16.83ft LOA, comfort ratio 7.84, capsize ratio 2.97, SA/disp 20.72. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	16.83 ft
LWL	14.83 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	1.58 ft
Displacement	1,250 lb
Ballast	425 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.2 kn

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