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Oday 15 2
Designer: Hunt Associates/John Deknatel  ·  Builder: O'day Corp.  ·  First built: 1981
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About the Oday 15 2

Small boat sailing enthusiasts looking for an accessible entry point into the sport will find the O'day 15 an appealing option from this respected American manufacturer. Part of O'day's extensive lineup of recreational sailboats, this compact vessel represents the builder's commitment to creating affordable, user-friendly designs for beginners and casual sailors. Built during O'day's prolific era of fiberglass construction, the 15-footer features the straightforward design philosophy that made the brand popular among sailing schools and families. Its modest dimensions make it an ideal choice for protected waters, small lakes, and coastal day sailing where easy handling takes precedence over performance. The boat's simple rigging and manageable sail plan allow new sailors to learn fundamental skills without being overwhelmed by complex systems. Its stable platform provides confidence-building characteristics that help novices develop their abilities progressively. While not designed for serious racing or extended cruising, the O'day 15 excels in its intended role as a recreational day sailor. Storage and transportation are simplified by the boat's compact size, making it practical for sailors with limited marina access or those preferring to trailer their vessel between different sailing locations.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 14.92 ft / 4.55 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 13.75 ft / 4.19 m
Beam 5.92 ft / 1.80 m
Max Draft 2.75 ft / 0.84 m
Min Draft 0.67 ft / 0.20 m
Displacement 350.00 lb / 159 kg
Ballast 108.00 lb / 49 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 175.00 ft² / 16.26 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Dbrd. Dinghy
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Hunt Associates/John Deknatel
Builder O'Day Corp.
First Built 1981
Last Built 1983
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
56.44
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
3.59
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
3.36
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 4.97
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 290.85
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Oday 15 2 ★
14.9 ft
Mutineer 15
15.0 ft
Precision 15 Cb
15.0 ft
Starwind 15
15.0 ft
LWL
Oday 15 2 ★
13.8 ft
Mutineer 15
14.1 ft
Precision 15 Cb
13.8 ft
Starwind 15
14.1 ft
Beam
Oday 15 2 ★
5.9 ft
Mutineer 15
6.0 ft
Precision 15 Cb
7.0 ft
Starwind 15
6.0 ft
Displacement
Oday 15 2 ★
350 lbs
Mutineer 15
410 lbs
Precision 15 Cb
390 lbs
Starwind 15
410 lbs
Sail Area
Oday 15 2 ★
175 sq ft
Mutineer 15
150 sq ft
Precision 15 Cb
130 sq ft
Starwind 15
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Oday 15 2 ★
56.4
Mutineer 15
43.5
Precision 15 Cb
39.0
Starwind 15
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Oday 15 2 ★
3.6
Mutineer 15
4.1
Precision 15 Cb
3.2
Starwind 15
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Oday 15 2 ★
3.36
Mutineer 15
3.23
Precision 15 Cb
3.83
Starwind 15
Hull Speed
Oday 15 2 ★
5.0 kts
Mutineer 15
5.0 kts
Precision 15 Cb
5.0 kts
Starwind 15
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