Question 1

What are the specs of the SPINDRIFT 22?

Accepted Answer

The SPINDRIFT 22 has the following specifications: 21.5ft LOA, 8.16ft beam, 4.67ft draft, 1,990lb displacement, 600lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a SPINDRIFT 22 cost?

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The SPINDRIFT 22 has an average asking price of $4,700, with prices ranging from $4,700 to $4,700 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SPINDRIFT 22 and when was it made?

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Built by Rebel Industries, designed by Jim Taylor, first built in 1982, with production ending in 1987, 400 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SPINDRIFT 22 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SPINDRIFT 22 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 9.48, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.6, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the SPINDRIFT 22?

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The SPINDRIFT 22 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 19.66, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 127.9, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SPINDRIFT 22?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SPINDRIFT 22 is estimated at $700 – $1.8K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SPINDRIFT 22 (21.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $700 – $1.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $4,700 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 21.5ft boat: Florida: $3,900-$10,300/year. California: $3,600-$9,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,700-$6,000/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,700-$7,500/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,600-$4,600/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,600/year. Washington: $3,100-$6,700/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,300/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,600/year. South Carolina: $3,400-$6,500/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 8

How much does it cost to dock a SPINDRIFT 22?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SPINDRIFT 22 (21.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,900-$10,300/year. California: $3,600-$9,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,700-$6,000/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,700-$7,500/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,600-$4,600/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,600/year. Washington: $3,100-$6,700/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,300/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,600/year. South Carolina: $3,400-$6,500/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 SPINDRIFT 22?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the SPINDRIFT 22 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, structural, 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 SPINDRIFT 22.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SPINDRIFT 22?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SPINDRIFT 22, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel, structural. 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 SPINDRIFT 22 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 SPINDRIFT 22?

Accepted Answer

The SPINDRIFT 22 has the following rig dimensions: I=25.6ft (foretriangle height), J=7.5ft (foretriangle base), P=21.4ft (mainsail luff), E=9.2ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 202.3 sq ft. Jib area: 96 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SPINDRIFT 22 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SPINDRIFT 22 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 21.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 9.48, capsize ratio 2.6, SA/disp 19.66, average price $4,700. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	21.5 ft
LWL	19.08 ft
Beam	8.16 ft
Draft	4.67 ft/ 1.5 ft min
Displacement	1,990 lb
Ballast	600 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	25.6 ft
Jforetriangle base	7.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	21.4 ft
Emainsail foot	9.2 ft
FLforestay	7.5 ft
Mainsail	202.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	96 sq ft
Spinnaker	163.2 sq ft

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