Question 1

What are the specs of the WINDRIDER 16?

Accepted Answer

The WINDRIDER 16 has the following specifications: 16.58ft LOA, 12ft beam, 1.33ft draft, 250lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Cat (unstayed).

Question 2

How much does a WINDRIDER 16 cost?

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The WINDRIDER 16 has an average asking price of $2,520, with prices ranging from $1,900 to $3,500 based on 5 listings.

Question 3

Who built the WINDRIDER 16 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Windrider (USA), designed by Jim Brown/Windrider, first built in 1995.

Question 4

Is the WINDRIDER 16 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The WINDRIDER 16 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull.  The capsize screening ratio is 7.63, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the WINDRIDER 16?

Accepted Answer

The WINDRIDER 16 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 33.09, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a WINDRIDER 16?

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Annual maintenance for a WINDRIDER 16 is estimated at $400 – $900. 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 WINDRIDER 16 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the WINDRIDER 16 (16.58ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $900/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $0-$50/year (based on $2,520 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 16.58ft boat: Florida: $3,000-$8,000/year. California: $2,800-$7,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,100-$4,600/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,100-$5,800/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 $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 WINDRIDER 16?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the WINDRIDER 16 (16.58ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,000-$8,000/year. California: $2,800-$7,000/year. Massachusetts: $2,100-$4,600/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,100-$5,800/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 9

What are the common problems with the WINDRIDER 16?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the WINDRIDER 16 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in hull, rigging, 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 WINDRIDER 16.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a WINDRIDER 16?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WINDRIDER 16, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across hull, rigging, 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 WINDRIDER 16 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the WINDRIDER 16 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WINDRIDER 16 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 16.58ft LOA, capsize ratio 7.63, SA/disp 33.09, average price $2,520. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	16.58 ft
Beam	12 ft
Draft	1.33 ft
Displacement	250 lb

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