Question 1

What are the specs of the VAGO?

Accepted Answer

The VAGO has the following specifications: 13.78ft LOA, 5.12ft beam, 3.77ft draft, 234lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the VAGO and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Laser Performance, designed by Jo Richards, first built in 2005.

Question 3

Is the VAGO good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The VAGO is classified as a Dinghy.  The capsize screening ratio is 3.32, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the VAGO?

Accepted Answer

The VAGO has a sail area to displacement ratio of 46.94, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a VAGO?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a VAGO is estimated at $200 – $600. 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 VAGO per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the VAGO (13.78ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $200 – $600/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 13.78ft boat: Florida: $2,500-$6,600/year. California: $2,300-$5,800/year. Massachusetts: $1,700-$3,900/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,700-$4,800/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,700-$3,000/year. Texas: $1,000-$3,000/year. Washington: $2,000-$4,300/year. Michigan: $1,000-$2,100/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,500-$3,000/year. South Carolina: $2,100-$4,100/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 7

How much does it cost to dock a VAGO?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the VAGO (13.78ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,500-$6,600/year. California: $2,300-$5,800/year. Massachusetts: $1,700-$3,900/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,700-$4,800/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,700-$3,000/year. Texas: $1,000-$3,000/year. Washington: $2,000-$4,300/year. Michigan: $1,000-$2,100/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,500-$3,000/year. South Carolina: $2,100-$4,100/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 8

What are the common problems with the VAGO?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 5 issues reported for the VAGO by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in hull, sails, 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 VAGO.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a VAGO?

Accepted Answer

When buying a VAGO, SailPages.com has compiled 5 model-specific issues reported by owners across hull, sails. 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 VAGO 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 VAGO compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The VAGO is classified as a Dinghy by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 13.78ft LOA, capsize ratio 3.32, SA/disp 46.94. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	13.78 ft
Beam	5.12 ft
Draft	3.77 ft
Displacement	234 lb

Mainsail	81.38 sq ft
Jib (100%)	29.92 sq ft
Spinnaker	116.79 sq ft
SA total	81.38 sq ft

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