Question 1

What are the specs of the ALBERG 23?

Accepted Answer

The ALBERG 23 has the following specifications: 22.5ft LOA, 7ft beam, 3.1ft draft, 3,350lb displacement, 1,400lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the ALBERG 23 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by C.E.Ryder, designed by Carl Alberg, first built in 1970.

Question 3

Is the ALBERG 23 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The ALBERG 23 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 21.37, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.87, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the ALBERG 23?

Accepted Answer

The ALBERG 23 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.91, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 348.53, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a ALBERG 23?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a ALBERG 23 is estimated at $800 – $2.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a ALBERG 23 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the ALBERG 23 (22.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 22.5ft boat: Florida: $4,100-$10,800/year. California: $3,800-$9,500/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,300/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,900/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,900/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,900/year. Washington: $3,200-$7,000/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,900/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $18K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a ALBERG 23?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the ALBERG 23 (22.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,100-$10,800/year. California: $3,800-$9,500/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,300/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,900/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,900/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,900/year. Washington: $3,200-$7,000/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,900/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,800/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the ALBERG 23?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the ALBERG 23 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, deck, keel, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the ALBERG 23.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a ALBERG 23?

Accepted Answer

When buying a ALBERG 23, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, deck, keel. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the ALBERG 23 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the ALBERG 23?

Accepted Answer

The ALBERG 23 has the following rig dimensions: I=25ft (foretriangle height), J=7.6ft (foretriangle base), P=27ft (mainsail luff), E=11.42ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 261.5 sq ft. Jib area: 95 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the ALBERG 23 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ALBERG 23 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 22.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 21.37, capsize ratio 1.87, SA/disp 17.91. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	22.5 ft
LWL	16.25 ft
Beam	7 ft
Draft	3.1 ft
Displacement	3,350 lb
Ballast	1,400 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	25 ft
Jforetriangle base	7.6 ft
Pmainsail luff	27 ft
Emainsail foot	11.42 ft
FLforestay	7.6 ft
Mainsail	261.5 sq ft
Jib (100%)	95 sq ft
Spinnaker	161.5 sq ft

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