Question 1

What are the specs of the WHISTLER 11?

Accepted Answer

The WHISTLER 11 has the following specifications: 11ft LOA, 4.67ft beam, 2.67ft draft, 150lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the WHISTLER 11 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Anchor Reinforced Plastics (USA), designed by F. S. Ford Jr., first built in 1961.

Question 3

Is the WHISTLER 11 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The WHISTLER 11 is classified as a Dinghy.  The capsize screening ratio is 3.52, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the WHISTLER 11?

Accepted Answer

The WHISTLER 11 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 46.5, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a WHISTLER 11?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a WHISTLER 11 is estimated at $200 – $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 WHISTLER 11 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the WHISTLER 11 (11ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $200 – $400/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 11ft boat: Florida: $2,000-$5,300/year. California: $1,800-$4,600/year. Massachusetts: $1,400-$3,100/year + $400 winter storage. New York: $1,400-$3,900/year + $400 winter storage. Maryland: $1,300-$2,400/year. Texas: $800-$2,400/year. Washington: $1,600-$3,400/year. Michigan: $800-$1,700/year + $400 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,200-$2,400/year. South Carolina: $1,700-$3,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $1K to $9K 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 WHISTLER 11?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the WHISTLER 11 (11ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,000-$5,300/year. California: $1,800-$4,600/year. Massachusetts: $1,400-$3,100/year + $400 winter storage. New York: $1,400-$3,900/year + $400 winter storage. Maryland: $1,300-$2,400/year. Texas: $800-$2,400/year. Washington: $1,600-$3,400/year. Michigan: $800-$1,700/year + $400 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,200-$2,400/year. South Carolina: $1,700-$3,300/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 WHISTLER 11?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the WHISTLER 11 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 WHISTLER 11.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a WHISTLER 11?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WHISTLER 11, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 WHISTLER 11 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 WHISTLER 11 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WHISTLER 11 is classified as a Dinghy by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 11ft LOA, capsize ratio 3.52, SA/disp 46.5. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	11 ft
Beam	4.67 ft
Draft	2.67 ft/ 0.5 ft min
Displacement	150 lb

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