Question 1

What are the specs of the GLANDER CAY 23?

Accepted Answer

The GLANDER CAY 23 has the following specifications: 27.17ft LOA, 8ft beam, 3ft draft, 6,800lb displacement, 2,199.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a GLANDER CAY 23 cost?

Accepted Answer

The GLANDER CAY 23 has an average asking price of $15,000, with prices ranging from $12,000 to $18,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the GLANDER CAY 23 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Glander Boats Inc. (USA), designed by Herreshoff/Harold Glander, first built in 1960, with production ending in 1985, 112 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the GLANDER CAY 23 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The GLANDER CAY 23 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 29.96, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.69, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the GLANDER CAY 23?

Accepted Answer

The GLANDER CAY 23 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.65, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 394.06, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a GLANDER CAY 23?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a GLANDER CAY 23 is estimated at $1.1K – $3.0K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the GLANDER CAY 23 (27.17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $3.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $150-$250/year (based on $15,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 27.17ft boat: Florida: $4,900-$13,000/year. California: $4,600-$11,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,600/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,300-$5,900/year. Texas: $2,000-$5,900/year. Washington: $3,900-$8,500/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,200/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,900/year. South Carolina: $4,200-$8,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $20K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a GLANDER CAY 23?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the GLANDER CAY 23 (27.17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,900-$13,000/year. California: $4,600-$11,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,400-$7,600/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,400-$9,500/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,300-$5,900/year. Texas: $2,000-$5,900/year. Washington: $3,900-$8,500/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,200/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,900-$5,900/year. South Carolina: $4,200-$8,200/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 9

What are the common problems with the GLANDER CAY 23?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the GLANDER CAY 23 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, hull, deck, 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 GLANDER CAY 23.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a GLANDER CAY 23?

Accepted Answer

When buying a GLANDER CAY 23, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, hull, deck. 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 GLANDER CAY 23 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the GLANDER CAY 23?

Accepted Answer

The GLANDER CAY 23 has the following rig dimensions: I=30ft (foretriangle height), J=11.5ft (foretriangle base), P=27.8ft (mainsail luff), E=12.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 360.2 sq ft. Jib area: 172.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the GLANDER CAY 23 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The GLANDER CAY 23 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 27.17ft LOA, comfort ratio 29.96, capsize ratio 1.69, SA/disp 15.65, average price $15,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	27.17 ft
LWL	19.75 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	3 ft
Displacement	6,800 lb
Ballast	2,199.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	30 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	27.8 ft
Emainsail foot	12.5 ft
FLforestay	11.5 ft
Mainsail	360.2 sq ft
Jib (100%)	172.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	293.3 sq ft

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