Small boat sailing enthusiasts have long appreciated this compact daysailer from the respected O'Day Sailboat Company. Built during O'Day's prolific years of fiberglass boat production, this 19-footer represents the company's commitment to creating affordable, well-built recreational sailboats for the growing sailing market. Designed primarily for daysailing and small boat cruising in protected waters, this boat offers an ideal platform for learning sailing fundamentals or enjoying casual outings on lakes, bays, and near-coastal areas. The boat's modest size makes it easily trailerable and manageable for single-handed sailing, while still providing enough cockpit space for small crews or family sailing adventures. Like many O'Day designs from this era, the boat features solid fiberglass construction with practical deck layout and straightforward rigging. The simple sail plan keeps maintenance costs reasonable while delivering predictable sailing characteristics that build confidence in developing sailors. With a small cabin forward, the boat provides basic shelter and storage, though overnight accommodations are quite limited. This sailboat remains popular in the used boat market as an entry-level cruiser or as a step-up boat for sailors transitioning from smaller dinghies to keelboats.
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What is the Oday 19's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Oday 19 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 17.85. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Oday 19's comfort ratio?
The Oday 19 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 11.86. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Oday 19 safe for offshore sailing?
The Oday 19 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.45. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Oday 19?
The theoretical hull speed of the Oday 19 is 5.47 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Oday 19 weigh?
The Oday 19 has a displacement of 2,040.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 19.00 ft.
How much does a used Oday 19 cost?
Based on 4 recent market listings, used Oday 19 sailboats typically sell for between $2,500 and $2,500, with a median asking price of $2,500. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.
Who designed the Oday 19?
The Oday 19 was designed by C. Raymond Hunt Associates, first built in 1979.