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Cs 22
Designer: John Butler  ·  Builder: Canadian Sailcraft (Can)  ·  First built: 1971
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About the Cs 22

Built during an era when compact cruising sailboats were gaining popularity among weekend sailors and new boat owners, this 22-foot sailboat represents a practical approach to small boat design. The Cs 22 emerged as part of the trend toward affordable, trailerable cruisers that could introduce sailors to overnight adventures without requiring significant investment or experience. Despite limited available specifications, the boat's proportions suggest it was designed primarily for protected water sailing and short coastal hops rather than extended offshore passages. The modest size makes it well-suited for day sailing, sailing instruction, and weekend getaways in harbors, bays, and inland waters. Like many boats in this size range from its era, the Cs 22 likely features a simple but functional interior layout optimized for occasional overnight use by two adults. The design emphasizes ease of handling and trailer ability, making it accessible to sailors seeking an entry point into cruising or those wanting a low-maintenance seasonal boat. While not widely recognized in sailing circles today, boats of this type played an important role in making sailing more accessible to middle-class families, offering a stepping stone between smaller day sailors and larger cruising vessels.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 21.58 ft / 6.58 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 17.50 ft / 5.33 m
Beam 8.00 ft / 2.44 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 2,200.00 lb / 998 kg
Ballast 1,100.00 lb / 499 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Swing Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer John Butler
Builder Canadian Sailcraft (CAN)
First Built 1971
Last Built 1976
Number Built 500
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
249
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
50.0
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
183.26
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 3.0 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 2.00 ft / 0.61 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 8.30 ft / 2.53 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 194.00 ft² / 18.02 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 183.26
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