The Clipper 23 represents a significant chapter in Canadian fiberglass boatbuilding, designed by the esteemed Scottish naval architect Alex McGruer and produced by Challenger Yachts Ltd. in Ontario. Introduced in the mid-1970s as a smaller alternative to the popular Challenger 24, the Clipper 23 was marketed as a robust, entry-level coastal cruiser capable of handling the often-choppy conditions of the Great Lakes and the Canadian coastline. Unlike many of its contemporaries that prioritized light-air speed, the Clipper 23 was built with a philosophy of "ship-likeness," featuring a stout masthead sloop rig and a traditional profile that emphasized safety and stability for nascent sailing families.
McGruer Clipper 23 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- McGruer
- Model
- Clipper 23
- Builder
- Challenger Yachts
- Designer
- Alex McGruer
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1969 - ??
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