Question 1

What are the specs of the PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

The PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) has the following specifications: 23ft LOA, 8ft beam, 2.83ft draft, 4,300lb displacement, 2,094.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Twin/Triple.

Question 2

Who built the PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) and when was it made?

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Built by Westerly Yacht Construction Ltd (UK), designed by Laurent Giles, first built in 1970, with production ending in 1979, 551 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull. It has a comfort ratio of 20.61, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.97, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY)?

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The PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.32, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 279.87, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) is estimated at $800 – $2.2K. 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 PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) (23ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 23ft boat: Florida: $4,100-$11,000/year. California: $3,900-$9,700/year. Massachusetts: $2,900-$6,400/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,900-$8,100/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,800-$5,000/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,000/year. Washington: $3,300-$7,200/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,500-$5,000/year. South Carolina: $3,600-$6,900/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 PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) (23ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,100-$11,000/year. California: $3,900-$9,700/year. Massachusetts: $2,900-$6,400/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,900-$8,100/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,800-$5,000/year. Texas: $1,700-$5,000/year. Washington: $3,300-$7,200/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,500-$5,000/year. South Carolina: $3,600-$6,900/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 PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, sails, 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 PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY), SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, sails. 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 PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PAGEANT 23 (WESTERLY) is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 23ft LOA, comfort ratio 20.61, capsize ratio 1.97, SA/disp 14.32. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	23 ft
LWL	19 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	2.83 ft
Displacement	4,300 lb
Ballast	2,094.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.8 kn

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