Question 1

What are the specs of the SPRITE 10 (O'DAY)?

Accepted Answer

The SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) has the following specifications: 10.16ft LOA, 4.33ft beam, 3.42ft draft, 150lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by O'Day Corp. (USA), designed by Robert H. Baker, first built in 1959, 3,000 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) is classified as a Dinghy. It has a comfort ratio of 3.35, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.26, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the SPRITE 10 (O'DAY)?

Accepted Answer

The SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 44.8, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 74.06, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SPRITE 10 (O'DAY)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) is estimated at $100 – $400. 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 SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) (10.16ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $100 – $400/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 10.16ft boat: Florida: $1,800-$4,900/year. California: $1,700-$4,300/year. Massachusetts: $1,300-$2,800/year + $400 winter storage. New York: $1,300-$3,600/year + $400 winter storage. Maryland: $1,200-$2,200/year. Texas: $700-$2,200/year. Washington: $1,500-$3,200/year. Michigan: $700-$1,600/year + $400 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,100-$2,200/year. South Carolina: $1,600-$3,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $1K to $8K 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 SPRITE 10 (O'DAY)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) (10.16ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $1,800-$4,900/year. California: $1,700-$4,300/year. Massachusetts: $1,300-$2,800/year + $400 winter storage. New York: $1,300-$3,600/year + $400 winter storage. Maryland: $1,200-$2,200/year. Texas: $700-$2,200/year. Washington: $1,500-$3,200/year. Michigan: $700-$1,600/year + $400 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,100-$2,200/year. South Carolina: $1,600-$3,000/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 SPRITE 10 (O'DAY)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 SPRITE 10 (O'DAY).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SPRITE 10 (O'DAY)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SPRITE 10 (O'DAY), SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) 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 SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SPRITE 10 (O'DAY) is classified as a Dinghy by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 10.16ft LOA, comfort ratio 3.35, capsize ratio 3.26, SA/disp 44.8. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	10.16 ft
LWL	9.67 ft
Beam	4.33 ft
Draft	3.42 ft/ 0.25 ft min
Displacement	150 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	4.2 kn

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