Santana 2023 R Sailboats for Sale

The Santana 2023 R, introduced in 1993 by the W.D. Schock Corp, represents a specialized evolution of the trailersailer concept, merging racebred performance with the logistical ease of water ballast. Designed by Steve Schock, the boat was built upon the established hull form of the earlier W. Shad Turnerdesigned Santana 23. By replacing the traditional lead keel with a floodable water ballast system, the builder reduced the vessel's dry weight significantly, allowing for a towing weight that could be managed by standard family vehicles. The "R" (Race) variant was the most aggressive of the three models in the 2023 lineup, featuring a lightened hull construction and an upgraded sail plan designed to compete in PHRF fleets.