Carib 41

Designed by Alan Gurney and built by Whitney Operations/CSY from 1970 to 1973, this classic fin-keeled sloop represents the transitional era of fiberglass yacht construction when builders were moving away from full-keel designs toward more modern underbodies. With only 30 hulls produced during its short four-year production run, the Carib 41 remains a relatively rare find on today's market. The yacht's substantial 15,000-pound displacement and generous 7,480 pounds of ballast create a stiff, seaworthy platform well-suited for serious coastal cruising and capable offshore passages. Her fin keel with rudder-mounted on a protective skeg offers improved maneuverability compared to full-keel contemporaries while maintaining directional stability in following seas. The masthead sloop rig provides straightforward sail handling with 667 square feet of working sail area. With a comfort ratio of 18.75, the Carib 41 falls into the "light cruiser" category, offering reasonable motion at sea without excessive weight. Her capsize screening value of 2.27 indicates good stability for offshore work, while the hull's 7.93-knot theoretical maximum speed suggests respectable performance under sail. This design appeals to sailors seeking a vintage cruiser with traditional construction values and proven seaworthiness.

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