Gib'Sea 234 Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · wing

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

21.42' · 6.53 m

Disp.

2,425 lbs · 1,100 kg

First year

1993

The Gib’Sea 234, introduced in the early 1990s, represents a refined era of smallscale yacht design for Gibert Marine, emerging just years before the shipyard’s acquisition by Dufour. Designed by the prolific J&J Design studio, the 234 was conceived as a versatile, trailerable coastal cruiser that prioritized interior volume and stability over raw racing speed. It effectively replaced or sat alongside the earlier Gib’Sea 242, offering a more contemporary aesthetic and an improved deck layout. While it is often categorized as a "microcruiser," its design philosophy leans heavily toward the "big boat" experience, featuring a separate head and a functional galley—amenities often sacrificed in vessels under 24 feet.