Designed by Stuart Windley and built by Gloucester Yachts Inc. from 1983, this compact 22-footer represents a thoughtful approach to small boat cruising with surprising capability packed into its modest dimensions. With 100 hulls produced during its run, the Gloucester 22 earned respect among sailors seeking a trailerable yacht that doesn't compromise on seaworthiness. The boat's fractional sloop rig and fiberglass construction deliver reliable performance, while the keel/centerboard configuration offers versatility for both deeper waters and shoal cruising grounds. At 2,400 pounds displacement with 800 pounds of ballast, she provides reassuring stability for coastal adventures and weekend getaways. Her comfort ratio of 11.87 indicates a relatively quick motion at sea, making her better suited for day sailing and short coastal hops rather than extended offshore passages. The capsize screening formula of 2.39 suggests reasonable stability for her size class, though like most boats under 25 feet, she's primarily intended for protected and semi-protected waters. With 216 square feet of sail area driving her 18.67-foot waterline, the Gloucester 22 offers spirited sailing performance while maintaining the practicality that made her popular among sailors seeking their first "real" cruising boat.
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What is the Gloucester 22's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Gloucester 22 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 19.33. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Gloucester 22's comfort ratio?
The Gloucester 22 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 11.87. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Gloucester 22 safe for offshore sailing?
The Gloucester 22 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.39. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Gloucester 22?
The theoretical hull speed of the Gloucester 22 is 5.79 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Gloucester 22 weigh?
The Gloucester 22 has a displacement of 2,400.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 21.67 ft.
Who designed the Gloucester 22?
The Gloucester 22 was designed by Stuart Windley, first built in 1983.