Designed by the legendary Carl Alberg and first launched in 1970, this classic 22.50-foot sailboat represents traditional yacht design at its finest. Built by C.E. Ryder with fiberglass construction, the Alberg 23 features the designer's signature long keel configuration that provides exceptional tracking and seaworthiness, making it an ideal choice for coastal cruising and extended passages. The boat's generous displacement of 3,350 pounds and substantial ballast-to-displacement ratio create impressive stability, while the fractional sloop rig delivers manageable sail handling for small crews. With a hull speed of 5.40 knots and moderate sail area of 250 square feet, this yacht prioritizes comfort and safety over speed, earning a comfort ratio of 21.37 that speaks to its seaworthy nature. Carl Alberg's reputation for creating boats that punch above their weight class shines through in this design. The low capsize screening formula of 1.87 indicates excellent stability, making the Alberg 23 particularly appealing to sailors seeking a traditional, well-mannered yacht capable of serious coastal and offshore sailing despite its modest size.
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What is the Alberg 23's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Alberg 23 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 17.91. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Alberg 23's comfort ratio?
The Alberg 23 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 21.37. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Alberg 23 safe for offshore sailing?
The Alberg 23 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.87. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Alberg 23?
The theoretical hull speed of the Alberg 23 is 5.40 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Alberg 23 weigh?
The Alberg 23 has a displacement of 3,350.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 22.50 ft.
Who designed the Alberg 23?
The Alberg 23 was designed by Carl Alberg, first built in 1970.