Used Great Lakes 21 Sailboats for Sale

The Great Lakes 21 is a classic small monohull sailboat, originally designed by the esteemed marine architect Charles Hodgdon. Introduced in 1938, she quickly established herself as a nimble and spirited vessel, primarily built by Hodgdon Bros. and later also by Douglass & McLeod. While records indicate a complex history, with the boat sometimes being referred to as the "International 21," it is important to note that a distinct and much later design by Johannes Helsen also bears the "International 21" moniker. The Great Lakes 21, with its compact length overall of 21 feet and a slender beam of 5.75 feet, was conceived as a light, performance-oriented boat, well-suited for spirited daysailing and club racing.