Leander 2003 Summary

From the 6-9th March, Naval Point Club hosted the countries best skiff sailors for the Leander Trophy. The R-Class is a two-person, twin trapeze development dinghy, or skiff class. What does this mean? Very few rules, a restriction on the waterline length, maximum sail area and little else (no minimum weight). The class is over 53 years old, yet is one of the fastest and most advanced boats you see on the water. Developments in technology and concepts have lead to a lightweight....

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