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Santana 2023C
Designer: Steven Schock/Shad Turner  ·  Builder: W. D. Schock Corp.(Usa)  ·  First built: 1993
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About the Santana 2023C

Designed by the respected team of Steven Schock and Shad Turner, this 23-foot fractional sloop represents a thoughtful balance between performance and practicality. Built by W. D. Schock Corp from 1993 to 2002, the Santana 2023C carries forward the builder's reputation for producing quality fiberglass sailboats that deliver reliable performance without breaking the bank. The boat's centerboard trunk configuration makes it particularly appealing for sailors who need shallow-water capability while maintaining good upwind performance when the board is deployed. With a displacement of 2,880 pounds and 1,300 pounds of ballast, the design achieves a respectable balance that should provide stability without sacrificing responsiveness. The fractional rig with 222 square feet of sail area offers manageable sail handling for small crews while still providing enough power for spirited sailing. This design appears well-suited for coastal cruising, day sailing, and club racing applications. The comfortable cockpit proportions and straightforward rigging make it an excellent choice for sailors transitioning from smaller boats or those seeking a capable weekender that won't overwhelm them in typical sailing conditions. The Santana 2023C represents solid value in the used boat market, offering proven design principles in a practical package.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 23.25 ft / 7.09 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 20.62 ft / 6.28 m
Beam 8.50 ft / 2.59 m
Max Draft 5.33 ft / 1.62 m
Min Draft 1.17 ft / 0.36 m
Displacement 2,880.00 lb / 1,306 kg
Ballast 1,300.00 lb / 590 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 222.00 ft² / 20.62 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Centerboard (Trunk)
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Steven Schock/Shad Turner
Builder W. D. Schock Corp.(USA)
First Built 1993
Last Built 2002
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
 17.59
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
 45.14
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
 146.65
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
 12.02
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
 2.39
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 6.08 kn
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
 3.51
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. 626.26 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 17.6
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 23.10 ft / 7.04 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 8.75 ft / 2.67 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 24.20 ft / 7.38 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 10.00 ft / 3.05 m
SA Fore 101.06 ft² / 9.39 m²
SA Main 121.00 ft² / 11.24 m²
SA Total (100%) 222.06 ft² / 20.63 m²
Est. Forestay Length 24.70 ft / 7.53 m
Mast Height (DWL) 31.50 ft / 9.60 m
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