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- Introduction: The Com-Pac 23 Pilothouse (starting production in 2011) is known for combining trailerability with surprising cruisability and livability in a compact package. It builds on a successful hull design by Clark Mills. Com-Pac Yachts (Hutchins Company) is the builder, known for quality and accessibility.
- History and Design: The model is a newer iteration, based on a successful Clark Mills design from the early 1970s. Com-Pac's philosophy emphasizes seaworthy, high-quality, trailerable, easy-to-sail, and low-cost boats. The company focused on practical small to mid-sized cruisers, using durable fiberglass.
- Sailing Performance and Handling: The boat has an enclosed pilothouse and is described as a "pocket sailboat" designed for coastal cruising. While one forum comment mentions it "won't point that well," other reviews highlight its trailering ability and cruisability. The calculated ratios indicate it's a heavy displacement boat (D/L ~427), suggesting a comfortable motion in a seaway but not a performance racer. The SA/D (16.45) is moderate, implying decent but not exceptional light-air performance. The B/D (38.3%) indicates reasonable stability.
- Accommodations and Layout: The interior is a strong point, with the boat winning a "2012 Best Boats award" for its layout. It's described as "amazing for a 23-foot boat" and "very livable." It offers steering from inside the pilothouse. It's considered a "pocket cruiser" suitable for solo sailing or couples, with features that simplify life on board.
- Owner's Perspectives: Owners generally praise Com-Pac boats for being "well built." Reviews mention it as a "perfect pocket cruiser" and "tough mini cruiser." There's an active owners association, though one forum mentioned the "regular" Com-Pac owners site was down for some time. One owner mentioned the "23 that doesn't have a lot of known expensive issues." The ability to trailer and avoid slip fees is also a common benefit.
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Calculated ratios:
- SA/D: 16.45
- B/D: 38.3%
- D/L: 427.35
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