Question 1

What are the specs of the WINDRIDER 17?

Accepted Answer

The WINDRIDER 17 has the following specifications: 17.33ft LOA, 11ft beam, 1.5ft draft, 320lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar).

Question 2

How much does a WINDRIDER 17 cost?

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The WINDRIDER 17 has an average asking price of $6,442, with prices ranging from $3,000 to $12,975 based on 10 listings.

Question 3

Who built the WINDRIDER 17 and when was it made?

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Built by Windrider (USA), designed by Jim Brown/Windrider, first built in 2002.

Question 4

Is the WINDRIDER 17 good for offshore sailing?

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The WINDRIDER 17 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull.  The capsize screening ratio is 6.44, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the WINDRIDER 17?

Accepted Answer

The WINDRIDER 17 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 32.87, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a WINDRIDER 17?

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Annual maintenance for a WINDRIDER 17 is estimated at $400 – $1.0K. 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 17 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the WINDRIDER 17 (17.33ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $400 – $1.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,442 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 17.33ft boat: Florida: $3,100-$8,300/year. California: $2,900-$7,300/year. Massachusetts: $2,200-$4,900/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,200-$6,100/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,100-$3,700/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,700/year. Washington: $2,500-$5,400/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,700/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,700/year. South Carolina: $2,700-$5,200/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 17?

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Marina slip costs for the WINDRIDER 17 (17.33ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,100-$8,300/year. California: $2,900-$7,300/year. Massachusetts: $2,200-$4,900/year + $700 winter storage. New York: $2,200-$6,100/year + $700 winter storage. Maryland: $2,100-$3,700/year. Texas: $1,200-$3,700/year. Washington: $2,500-$5,400/year. Michigan: $1,200-$2,700/year + $700 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,900-$3,700/year. South Carolina: $2,700-$5,200/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 17?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a WINDRIDER 17?

Accepted Answer

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

Accepted Answer

The WINDRIDER 17 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 17.33ft LOA, capsize ratio 6.44, SA/disp 32.87, average price $6,442. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	17.33 ft
Beam	11 ft
Draft	1.5 ft
Displacement	320 lb

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