Designed by the renowned Canadian firm Cuthbertson & Cassian in 1967, this compact fractional sloop represents classic late-1960s yacht design philosophy with a focus on performance and seaworthiness. Built by Paceship Yachts in Canada, the Bluejacket 23 features a modern fin keel with spade rudder configuration that provides responsive handling and efficient upwind performance. With a displacement of 2,000 pounds and 900 pounds of ballast, this fiberglass sailboat offers excellent stability for its size while maintaining spirited sailing characteristics. The 201 square feet of sail area delivers good performance in light to moderate conditions, making it well-suited for day sailing, weekend cruising, and coastal exploration. The boat's comfortable 12.11 comfort ratio suggests pleasant motion in a seaway, while the capsize screening formula of 2.22 indicates reasonable stability for protected and near-coastal waters. Her 17.50-foot waterline length contributes to a theoretical hull speed of 5.61 knots, typical for this size range. This design appeals to sailors seeking a manageable yet capable boat for learning, casual racing, or intimate coastal cruising. The Cuthbertson & Cassian pedigree ensures sound naval architecture, while Paceship's Canadian construction reflects the era's solid fiberglass boatbuilding standards.
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What is the Bluejacket 23 Paceship's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Bluejacket 23 Paceship has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 20.31. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Bluejacket 23 Paceship's comfort ratio?
The Bluejacket 23 Paceship has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 12.11. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Bluejacket 23 Paceship safe for offshore sailing?
The Bluejacket 23 Paceship has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.22. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Bluejacket 23 Paceship?
The theoretical hull speed of the Bluejacket 23 Paceship is 5.61 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Bluejacket 23 Paceship weigh?
The Bluejacket 23 Paceship has a displacement of 2,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 22.83 ft.
Who designed the Bluejacket 23 Paceship?
The Bluejacket 23 Paceship was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian, first built in 1967.