Question 1

What are the specs of the WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT)?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) has the following specifications: 25.25ft LOA, 7.25ft beam, 3.83ft draft, 5,500lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Whitby Boat Works Ltd. (CAN), designed by T. Sunden, first built in 1961.

Question 3

Is the WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 28.29, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.65, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT)?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.3, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 314.88, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) is estimated at $1.0K – $2.7K. 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 WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) (25.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.0K – $2.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 25.25ft boat: Florida: $4,500-$12,100/year. California: $4,200-$10,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,500/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,500/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,900/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,500/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $20K 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 WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) (25.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,500-$12,100/year. California: $4,200-$10,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,100/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,500/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,500/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,900/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,500/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,600/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 WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) 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 WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT), SailPages.com has compiled 2 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 WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT)?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) has the following rig dimensions: I=30.8ft (foretriangle height), J=9ft (foretriangle base), P=26.8ft (mainsail luff), E=11.8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 309.4 sq ft. Jib area: 138.6 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WHITBY 25 (CONTINENTAL FOLKBOAT) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 28.29, capsize ratio 1.65, SA/disp 15.3. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25.25 ft
LWL	19.83 ft
Beam	7.25 ft
Draft	3.83 ft
Displacement	5,500 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	30.8 ft
Jforetriangle base	9 ft
Pmainsail luff	26.8 ft
Emainsail foot	11.8 ft
FLforestay	9 ft
Mainsail	309.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	138.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	235.6 sq ft

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