O'DAY 23-1 (LIFT TOP)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 23 ft |
| LWL | 20 ft |
| Beam | 7.93 ft |
| Draft | 5.4 ft/ 2 ft min |
| Displacement | 3,100 lb |
| Ballast | 1,249.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 27.8 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 9.6 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 24 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 9.3 ft |
| FLforestay | 9.6 ft |
| Mainsail | 254 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 133.4 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 226.8 sq ft |
About the O'DAY 23-1 (LIFT TOP)
The first O'DAY 23 featured a large 'lift top' (see photo) that allowed the entire coach roof to be raised from the hull at once. The keel stepped mast stayed in place. This was a unique feature and somewhat controversial at the time. Later the size of the pop top was reduced, (called 'Convertible Top' as in drawing), extending just aft of a deck stepped mast with tabernacle. With the O'DAY 23-2, the deck stepped mast remained, but the pop top idea was abandoned entirely. The O'DAY 23 (all versions) was in production for more than 10 years and was one of the company's most popular models. (1500+ built). See O'DAY 23-2.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 23ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
4 reported issues across 3 systems for the O'DAY 23-1 (LIFT TOP), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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