Racing Sailboats

Racing sailboats is a common term used for yachts that are made for racing. These racing sailboats are sea worthy vessels that can be raced over long distances. The racing sailboat can be customized in a wide range of features when it is purchased new or it can be retro fitted for the customer after the sale. Used racing sailboats can be updated with the latest amenities and styles to suit the new owner’s needs. The length and size of racing sailboats vary greatly, from seven to 90 feet, and can hold up to 14 passengers. All must have some agility to maneuver around buoys and other obstacles used in the racing event. Some yacht races extend over several months. Racing sailboats can be purchased used for about $549,000 for a 1989 80 foot Custom Frers Maxi boat by Goetz and $22,900 for 1985 29 foot Dacha by S-2 9.1. A used 33 foot 2007 CrossCurrent 33 Day Racer by Maxi Dolphin can be purchased for about $249,000. New racing sailboats have so many options available accurate new pricing can only be determined by discussing the owners needs with a specialized racing boat dealer. Popular manufacturers of racing sailboats are Volvo, Goetz, Puma, and Maxi Dolphin.