Question 1

What are the specs of the WINDJAMMER 17?

Accepted Answer

The WINDJAMMER 17 has the following specifications: 16.75ft LOA, 6.33ft beam, 4ft draft, 250lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the WINDJAMMER 17 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Chesapeake Marine Industries (USA), designed by Charles Wittholz, first built in 1966.

Question 3

Is the WINDJAMMER 17 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The WINDJAMMER 17 is classified as a Performance Racer. It has a comfort ratio of 2.16, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 4.02, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the WINDJAMMER 17?

Accepted Answer

The WINDJAMMER 17 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 63.76, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 35.35, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a WINDJAMMER 17?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a WINDJAMMER 17 is estimated at $400 – $1.1K. 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 WINDJAMMER 17 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the WINDJAMMER 17 (16.75ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 16.75ft boat: Florida: $3,000-$8,000/year. California: $2,800-$7,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,100-$4,700/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,100-$5,900/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,000-$3,600/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,600/year. Washington: $2,400-$5,200/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,600/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,800-$3,600/year. South Carolina: $2,600-$5,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $13K 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 WINDJAMMER 17?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the WINDJAMMER 17 (16.75ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,000-$8,000/year. California: $2,800-$7,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,100-$4,700/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,100-$5,900/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,000-$3,600/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,600/year. Washington: $2,400-$5,200/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,600/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,800-$3,600/year. South Carolina: $2,600-$5,000/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 WINDJAMMER 17?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the WINDJAMMER 17 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in interior, 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 WINDJAMMER 17.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a WINDJAMMER 17?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WINDJAMMER 17, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across interior. 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 WINDJAMMER 17 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 WINDJAMMER 17 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WINDJAMMER 17 is classified as a Performance Racer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 16.75ft LOA, comfort ratio 2.16, capsize ratio 4.02, SA/disp 63.76. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	16.75 ft
LWL	14.67 ft
Beam	6.33 ft
Draft	4 ft/ 0.75 ft min
Displacement	250 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.1 kn

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