Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 23?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 23 has the following specifications: 23ft LOA, 7.98ft beam, 5.17ft draft, 3,500lb displacement, 1,299.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a PEARSON 23 cost?

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The PEARSON 23 has an average asking price of $3,163, with prices ranging from $1,500 to $4,300 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PEARSON 23 and when was it made?

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Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1978, with production ending in 1981, 42 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the PEARSON 23 good for offshore sailing?

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The PEARSON 23 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 16.27, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.11, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 5

How fast is the PEARSON 23?

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The PEARSON 23 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.56, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 195.31, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 23?

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Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 23 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 7

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

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Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 23 (23ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$50/year (based on $3,163 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 $16K 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 PEARSON 23?

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Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 23 (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 9

What are the common problems with the PEARSON 23?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 5 issues reported for the PEARSON 23 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in plumbing, keel, rigging, 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 PEARSON 23.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 23?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 23, SailPages.com has compiled 5 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing, keel, rigging. 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 PEARSON 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 PEARSON 23?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 23 has the following rig dimensions: I=28.4ft (foretriangle height), J=9.3ft (foretriangle base), P=24.3ft (mainsail luff), E=8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 237 sq ft. Jib area: 132.1 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PEARSON 23 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 23 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 23ft LOA, comfort ratio 16.27, capsize ratio 2.11, SA/disp 16.56, average price $3,163. 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	20 ft
Beam	7.98 ft
Draft	5.17 ft/ 2.33 ft min
Displacement	3,500 lb
Ballast	1,299.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	28.4 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.3 ft
Pmainsail luff	24.3 ft
Emainsail foot	8 ft
FLforestay	9.3 ft
Mainsail	237 sq ft
Jib (100%)	132.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	224.5 sq ft

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