Question 1

What are the specs of the STARWIND 223?

Accepted Answer

The STARWIND 223 has the following specifications: 22.25ft LOA, 8.5ft beam, 5ft draft, 2,435lb displacement, 700.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a STARWIND 223 cost?

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The STARWIND 223 has an average asking price of $4,000, with prices ranging from $4,000 to $4,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the STARWIND 223 and when was it made?

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Built by Wellcraft Marine/Rebel Industries (USA), designed by Cortland Steck, first built in 1984.

Question 4

Is the STARWIND 223 good for offshore sailing?

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The STARWIND 223 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 10.76, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.53, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the STARWIND 223?

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The STARWIND 223 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 19.41, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 150.51, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a STARWIND 223?

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Annual maintenance for a STARWIND 223 is estimated at $700 – $2.0K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a STARWIND 223 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the STARWIND 223 (22.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $700 – $2.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$50/year (based on $4,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 22.25ft boat: Florida: $4,000-$10,700/year. California: $3,700-$9,300/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,200/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,800/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,800/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,800/year. Washington: $3,200-$6,900/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,400/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,800/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,700/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 STARWIND 223?

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Marina slip costs for the STARWIND 223 (22.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,000-$10,700/year. California: $3,700-$9,300/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,200/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,800/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,800/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,800/year. Washington: $3,200-$6,900/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,400/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,800/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,700/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 9

What are the common problems with the STARWIND 223?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the STARWIND 223 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 STARWIND 223.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a STARWIND 223?

Accepted Answer

When buying a STARWIND 223, SailPages.com has compiled 2 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 STARWIND 223 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 STARWIND 223?

Accepted Answer

The STARWIND 223 has the following rig dimensions: I=22.5ft (foretriangle height), J=7.67ft (foretriangle base), P=25ft (mainsail luff), E=10.75ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 231.4 sq ft. Jib area: 86.3 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the STARWIND 223 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The STARWIND 223 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 22.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 10.76, capsize ratio 2.53, SA/disp 19.41, average price $4,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	22.25 ft
LWL	19.33 ft
Beam	8.5 ft
Draft	5 ft/ 1.83 ft min
Displacement	2,435 lb
Ballast	700.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	22.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	7.67 ft
Pmainsail luff	25 ft
Emainsail foot	10.75 ft
FLforestay	7.7 ft
Mainsail	231.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	86.3 sq ft
Spinnaker	146.7 sq ft

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