Class History

Designed in 1979 by Bruce Kirby (father of the Laser® and I-14, as well as editor of Sailing World's predecessor, Yacht Racing), the 23-foot Sonar is popular for its combination of comfort, speed, and ease of handling. This trailerable Bermuda rig, sailed by a crew of 3 to 5, seats up to 8 people and has a deep keel for stability. The Sonar's generous cockpit appealed to both disabled and able-bodied sailors. It became Europe's first Paralympic sailing class in 1996. The American Sailboat Hall of Fame inducted the Sonar in 2000 as a boat that is friendly to new sailors, exciting for club racers, and fun for day sailing.

Caratteristiche

LOA: 23'0" (7.0 m)
LWL: 19'11" (6.1 m)
BEAM: 7'10" (2.4 m)
DRAFT: 3'11" (1.2 m)
DISP: 2100 lb (950 kg)
BALLAST: 900 lb (408 kg)
MAIN & JIB: 250 sq ft (23.2 sq m)
SPIN: 245 sq ft (22.8 sq m)