Question 1

What are the specs of the STAMAS 44?

Accepted Answer

The STAMAS 44 has the following specifications: 44ft LOA, 14ft beam, 5.08ft draft, 35,000lb displacement, 12,001.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Ketch. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a STAMAS 44 cost?

Accepted Answer

The STAMAS 44 has an average asking price of $103,580, with prices ranging from $69,000 to $165,000 based on 5 listings.

Question 3

Who built the STAMAS 44 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Stamas Yachts Inc. (USA), designed by Robert K. Johnson, first built in 1981, with production ending in 1985, 22 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the STAMAS 44 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The STAMAS 44 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 43.51, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.72, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the STAMAS 44?

Accepted Answer

The STAMAS 44 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.56, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 397.54, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a STAMAS 44?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a STAMAS 44 is estimated at $3.8K – $10K. 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 STAMAS 44 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the STAMAS 44 (44ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.8K – $10K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $950-$1650/year (based on $103,580 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 44ft boat: Florida: $7,900-$21,100/year. California: $7,400-$18,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,500-$12,300/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,500-$15,400/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,300-$9,500/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,500/year. Washington: $6,300-$13,700/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,800/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,800-$9,500/year. South Carolina: $6,900-$13,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $38K 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 STAMAS 44?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the STAMAS 44 (44ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,900-$21,100/year. California: $7,400-$18,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,500-$12,300/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,500-$15,400/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,300-$9,500/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,500/year. Washington: $6,300-$13,700/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,800/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,800-$9,500/year. South Carolina: $6,900-$13,200/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 STAMAS 44?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the STAMAS 44 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, deck, 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 STAMAS 44.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a STAMAS 44?

Accepted Answer

When buying a STAMAS 44, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, deck. 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 STAMAS 44 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 STAMAS 44?

Accepted Answer

The STAMAS 44 has the following rig dimensions: I=53.3ft (foretriangle height), J=15.6ft (foretriangle base), P=46.5ft (mainsail luff), E=15.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 804.9 sq ft. Jib area: 415.7 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the STAMAS 44 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The STAMAS 44 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 44ft LOA, comfort ratio 43.51, capsize ratio 1.72, SA/disp 13.56, average price $103,580. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	44 ft
LWL	34 ft
Beam	14 ft
Draft	5.08 ft
Displacement	35,000 lb
Ballast	12,001.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	53.3 ft
Jforetriangle base	15.6 ft
Pmainsail luff	46.5 ft
Emainsail foot	15.5 ft
PYmizzen luff	30 ft
EYmizzen foot	8.5 ft
FLforestay	15.6 ft
Mainsail	804.9 sq ft
Jib (100%)	415.7 sq ft
Spinnaker	706.8 sq ft

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