Question 1

What are the specs of the VAGABOND 17?

Accepted Answer

The VAGABOND 17 has the following specifications: 17ft LOA, 7.25ft beam, 4.17ft draft, 950lb displacement, 345lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin, Variable.

Question 2

How much does a VAGABOND 17 cost?

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The VAGABOND 17 has an average asking price of $1,900, with prices ranging from $1,900 to $1,900 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the VAGABOND 17 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Vagabond Boats (USA), designed by Ron Holder, first built in 1976.

Question 4

Is the VAGABOND 17 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VAGABOND 17 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 6.72, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.95, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the VAGABOND 17?

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The VAGABOND 17 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 24.38, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 125.66, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a VAGABOND 17?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a VAGABOND 17 is estimated at $400 – $1.2K. 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 VAGABOND 17 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VAGABOND 17 (17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $0-$50/year (based on $1,900 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 17ft boat: Florida: $3,100-$8,200/year. California: $2,900-$7,100/year. Massachusetts: $2,100-$4,800/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,100-$6,000/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,000-$3,700/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,700/year. Washington: $2,400-$5,300/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,600/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,800-$3,700/year. South Carolina: $2,700-$5,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $11K 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 VAGABOND 17?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VAGABOND 17 (17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,100-$8,200/year. California: $2,900-$7,100/year. Massachusetts: $2,100-$4,800/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,100-$6,000/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,000-$3,700/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,700/year. Washington: $2,400-$5,300/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,600/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,800-$3,700/year. South Carolina: $2,700-$5,100/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 VAGABOND 17?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the VAGABOND 17 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 VAGABOND 17.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a VAGABOND 17?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VAGABOND 17, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 VAGABOND 17 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 VAGABOND 17?

Accepted Answer

The VAGABOND 17 has the following rig dimensions: I=18.8ft (foretriangle height), J=6.6ft (foretriangle base), P=20ft (mainsail luff), E=7.8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 82 sq ft. Jib area: 65 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the VAGABOND 17 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VAGABOND 17 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 17ft LOA, comfort ratio 6.72, capsize ratio 2.95, SA/disp 24.38, average price $1,900. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	17 ft
LWL	15 ft
Beam	7.25 ft
Draft	4.17 ft/ 1.67 ft min
Displacement	950 lb
Ballast	345 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	18.8 ft
Jforetriangle base	6.6 ft
Pmainsail luff	20 ft
Emainsail foot	7.8 ft
FLforestay	6.6 ft
Mainsail	82 sq ft
Jib (100%)	65 sq ft
Spinnaker	210 sq ft

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