Review of Cole 23
Basic specs..
The hull is made of fibreglass. Generally, a hull made of fibreglass requires only a minimum of maintenance during the sailing season. And outside the sailing season, just bottom cleaning and perhaps anti-fouling painting once a year - a few hours of work, that's all.
The boat equipped with a masthead rig. The advantage of a masthead rig is its simplicity and the fact that a given sail area - compared with a fractional rig - can be carried lower and thus with less heeling moment.
The Cole 23 is equipped with a swing keel. A swing keel is a pivoting lifting keel, allowing to sail both coastal and inland waters.
The boat can sail close to the beach as the draft is just 0.35 - 0.45 meter (1.15 - 1.45 ft) dependent of the load. See immersion rate below.
Sailing characteristics
This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.
What is Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)?
The capsize screening value for Cole 23 is 3.13, indicating that this boat would not be accepted to participate in ocean races.
What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?
The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 6.0 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.
The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Cole 23 is about 123 kg/cm, alternatively 688 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 123 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 688 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.
Sailing statistics
This section is statistical comparison with similar boats of the same category. The basis of the following statistical computations is our unique database with more than 26,000 different boat types and 350,000 data points.
What is Motion Comfort Ratio (MCR)?
What is L/B (Length Beam Ratio)?
What is a Ballast Ratio?
What is Displacement Length Ratio?
SA/D (Sail Area Displacement ratio) Indicates how fast the boat is in light wind: - Cruising Boats have ratios 10-15 - Cruiser-Racers have ratios 16-20 - Racers have ratios above 20 - High-Performance Racers have ratios above 24 Sail-area/displacement ratio (SA/D ratio): 21.94
Maintenance
When buying anti-fouling bottom paint, it's nice to know how much to buy. The surface of the wet bottom is about 20m 2 (215 ft 2 ). Based on this, your favourite maritime shop can tell you the quantity you need.
If you need to renew parts of your running rig and is not quite sure of the dimensions, you may find the estimates computed below useful.
| Usage | Length | Diameter | ||
| Jib sheet | 7.0 m | (22.8 feet) | 10 mm | (3/8 inch) |
| Genoa sheet | 7.0 m | (22.8 feet) | 10 mm | (3/8 inch) |
| Mainsheet | 17.4 m | (57.1 feet) | 10 mm | (3/8 inch) |
| Spinnaker sheet | 15.3 m | (50.2 feet) | 10 mm | (3/8 inch) |
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Cole 23 is a 22 ′ 10 ″ / 7 m monohull sailboat designed by Peter Cole and built by North Shore Associates (AU) starting in 1982.
Rig and Sails
Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.
The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.
Classic hull speed formula:
Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL
Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.
SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3
- SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
- D : Displacement in pounds.
Ballast / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.
Ballast / Displacement * 100
Displacement / Length Ratio
A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.
D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
Comfort Ratio
This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.
Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
- LOA: Length overall in feet
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
Capsize Screening Formula
This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.
CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)
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| Listing Id | 5051852 | Length | 23.00 Meter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Condition | Used | Type | Sail |
| Make | Cole | Year | 1985 |
| Model | 23 | Engine Type | Yamaha 8hp long shaft with 2 hours use since new in 2016 |
| Hull Style | Single | Hull Type | Fibreglass |
| Stock Number | PWCO232965 |
DESCRIPTION
1985 Cole 23 now for sale with DBY Boat Sales.
The best example of a Cole 23 we have ever seen. Everything is practically brand new.
The boat has been stored in a shed for several years where she underwent a major refit. New paint job inside and out.
All rigging including running and standing rigging has been replaced in October 2018 with receipts available. A brand new Selden boom swings on the freshly re painted mast.
LED navigation lighting, a 2016 Yamaha 8hp long shafted 4 stroke outboard with approximately 2 hours use in 2018 only.
The engine was purchased new in 2016 but not used until 2018.
The interior is brand new including all cushions with new foam and upholstery. There is even padded, full head linings throughout.
The galley is set up very simple and has a manual water pump at the sink. 1 house battery supplies LED cabin lighting, navigation lights and the automatic bilge which has never pumped a drop because the boat is absolutely bone dry.
Brand new sails were still being made at the loft in October 2018 and they complete this amazing little head turner of a yacht.
The pop up roof is an absolute classic feature and gives these small yachts full headroom when at the galley area or additional room whilst stepping down below.
The varnished timberwork throughout is in excellent condition and the exterior grab rails and stanchions are all near new stainless steel.
Inshore safety gear included, she is ready for this season’s summer fun.
Antifouled most recently in September 2018, she is ready to go.
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POWERED BY : F200XC, F250XCB
LENGTH : 23' 2"
LOA: 25' 2"*
PASSENGER RATING: 10
BEAM: 8' 6"
HULL DRAFT: 13"
DEADRISE: 16°
DRY WEIGHT: 4159 lbs**
MAX HP: 250
FUEL CAP: 109 GAL
*Length includes pulpit and engine **Weight includes T-Top
10 Year Limited Hull Warranty
4 Cup Holders (2 Console, 2 Gunwales)
4 Gunwale Mounted Stainless Steel Rod Holders
6 Stainless Steel Flush Mount Cleats (2 Bow, 2 Midship & 2 Stern)
Anchor Locker
Anodized Aluminum Leaning Post w/ Rocket Launcher (4 Rod)
Bilge Pump w/ Float Switch
Fiberglass Liner Construction w/ Coosa Transom
Flotation Foam
Forward Facing Seat w/ Livewell
Headroom (63")
Heavy Duty Rub Rail w/ Stainless Steel Insert
Hydraulic Steering w/ Stainless Steel Wheel
Integrated Console Footrest w/ Marine Mat
Large Electronics Flat (12"H x 35 ½"W)
LED Navigation Lights
LED Under Gunnel Cockpit Light (4)
Lockable Console Door
Porta-Potty in Console
Recessed Footrest & Storage Box
Self-Bailing Cockpit
Stern Jump Seats w/ Hinged Lids, Cushions & Grabrails
Swim Platform w/ Ladder
Trim Tabs w/ Instant Retract & Position Indicator
USB Charging Port
Windshield & Stainless Steel Windshield Grabrail
Circle Hull Color Options:
- Abaco Green
- Gunmetal Gray
- Horizon Blue
Bow Rail Options:
- Stainless Steel Bow Rail, One Piece
- Stainless Steel Bow Rail, Two Piece
Anodized Aluminum T-Top, 4-Rod Rocket Launcher
Enclosure For T-Top, Canvas, 3-Sided
Wings for Enclosure
Electronics Box
LED Spreader Light Options:
- LED Spreader Light (1)
- LED Spreader Lights (2)
White Powder Coated T-Top w/ 4-Rod Rocket Launcher & White Canvas
White Powder Coated Leaning Post w/ 4-Rod Rocket Launcher
Black Powder Coated T-Top w/ 4-Rod Rocket Launcher & Black Canvas
Black Powder Coated Leaning Post w/ 4-Rod Rocket Launcher
Fiberglass Hard-Top, White Powder Coated Round-Tube T-Top Frame w/ 4-Rod Rocket Launcher, Electronics Box, Integrated LED Spreader Lights (1 Fwd, 2 Aft), Speaker Pods (2), LED Courtesy Lights (3), White Powder Coated Leaning Post
Fiberglass Hard-Top, Black Powder Coated Round-Tube T-Top Frame w/ 4-Rod Rocket Launcher, Electronics Box, Integrated LED Spreader Lights (1 Fwd, 2 Aft), Speaker Pods (2), LED Courtesy Lights (3), Black Powder Coated Leaning Post
Fiberglass Hard-Top Underside Color (Match Hull Color)
Wings for Fiberglass Hardtop
Primus Stainless Santoprene Wheel Upgrade
Wet Sounds Options:
- Wet Sounds Stereo with Speakers
- Wet Sounds LED Speaker Upgrade
Trolling Motor - Saltwater 80 lb 72" with pinpoint GPS
Power-Pole Blade Edition, 10 Foot
Foward Platform
Foward V-Seat
Cockpit Coaming Bolsters, Cushions, Port & Starboard
Cockpit Coaming Bolsters, Marine Mat, Port & Starboard
Marine Mat Interior Hull Sides
Marine Mat Console Top
Blue LED Underwater Lights Options:
- Blue LED Underwater Lights (2)
- Blue LED Underwater Lights (2) w/12 Lumens
Console Windshield Grabrail (not available with T-Top)
White Rub Rail w/ Stainless Steel Insert
Battery Charger (2 Bank)
Raw Water Wash Down
Fresh Water Shower (10 Gallons)
- Deluxe Outriggers
Docktail Rod Holder Mount Options:
- Utility Table (Utility Table Shown)
Cooler Slide Out
Shrink Wrap
Garmin Electronic Packages:
- Garmin GPS Map 943 XSV & B60 & VHF 115 w/ Antenna
- Garmin GPS Map 8610 XSV & B60&/VHF 115 w/ Antenna
- Garmin GPS Map 8612 XSV B60 & VHF 115 w/ Antenna
- Garmin Sirius XM Weather GXM54 w/ Antenna
- Garmin Upgraded Chirp Transducer GT12M-TH
- Garmin 18 xHD Radar
- Garmin 24 xHD Radar
Yamaha Package Includes: Engine Cut off Switch, Control, Wiring Harness, Ignition Switch, Gauge Package, Prop, Water Separator, Battery & Switch
Yamaha F200XC
Yamaha F250XCB
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Swing keel. The Cole 23 is equipped with a swing keel. A swing keel is a pivoting lifting keel, allowing to sail both coastal and inland waters. The boat can sail close to the beach as the draft is just 0.35 - 0.45 meter (1.15 - 1.45 ft) dependent of the load. See immersion rate below.
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