S2 5.5 vs O'day Daysailer

yrral

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May 26, 2015
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oday 17 flat rock
I am debating between purchasing an S2 5.5 Grand Slam or an O'day Daysailer. I've been able to find no review of the S2 although it looks very similar to the Daysailer and about 1' longer.

Does anyone have any experience with the S2 5.5? Any opinions about how they compare?
 
Jun 8, 2004
10,327
-na -NA Anywhere USA
ODay has been out of business since 1989. S2 is still around but building power but not sure if they are even building sailboats now but if they are it would be the larger ones. They were considered good boats. Both boats would be 25 years old or older but in their time, both sailed very well but I would be more concerned with the condition of the hull and deck, equipment, motor and trailer. If you do not know what you are looking at, I suggest a knowledgable person to go with you. One thing, insist on the title work for the trailer and boat along with a notarized bill of sale. IF that cannot be produced, then walk away unless it was not required for the state where ownership occurs. Good example, North Carolina is a title state but older boats did not require a title. South Caroina, Tn, and other states do not require titling and registration on trailers while some states require only registration.
 

rsafr

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Apr 19, 2010
8
S2 5.5 Grand Slam Lake Allatoona
I own an S2 5.5 and love it when I get to use it. Very stable, easy to sail and has a nice sized cockpit. As a novice, I wanted it to be easy to rig, fun to use and comfortable on the water. I found all of these in the S2. There were only about 70 hulls produced I was told and they are hard to find.
Whatever you decide I hope you enjoy
 

yrral

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May 26, 2015
2
oday 17 flat rock
I own an S2 5.5 and love it when I get to use it. Very stable, easy to sail and has a nice sized cockpit. As a novice, I wanted it to be easy to rig, fun to use and comfortable on the water. I found all of these in the S2. There were only about 70 hulls produced I was told and they are hard to find.
Whatever you decide I hope you enjoy
I made my decision and I'll be picking up my S2 5.5 this weekend. Your post confirmed what I've read. I'm looking forward to it.

One concern I have is spare parts. Do you have any good sources.

Thanx.