Vanguard 15

Currently Available at the Rudder Club: 2

  • Similarly in size to a 420, the Vanguard 15 is a traditional sloop (main and jib) usually raced with two people but also frequently single-handed. It is easier to single-hand than a Flying Scot. Vanguards are stored on dollies and launched by rolling them down the ramp.

  • Length: 15’

    Beam: 5’ 6”

    Draft: 3’ 5”

    Mainsail Area: __ sq/ft

    Hull Weight: 200lbs

    Capacity: 1-2 people

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Hobie 18

Currently Available at the Rudder Club: 2

  • The Hobie 18 was designed to be not only fast but also rugged. It is designed to be sailed by a crew of two, but can easily carry four passengers when cruising. Experienced sailors can sail the Hobie 18 solo. Unlike the smaller Hobie 14 and 16, the Hobie 18 uses a symmetrical hull design. Although this design gives the 18 a speed advantage, it requires the use of daggerboards when sailing close-hauled or reaching to prevent slipping. The typical configuration for the Hobie 18 is with both a main sail and a jib. The jib on the 18 is set up on a rolling/furling system that wraps the jib around the forestay when it isn't needed.

  • Length Overall: 18'

    Beam: 8'

    Draft (Rudder Up): 7"

    Mast Length: 28’ 1"

    Sail Area: 240 sq/ft

    Weight: 400lbs

    Crew: 1-3

    Hull Construction: Fiberglass/Foam Sandwich

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Laser

Currently Available at the Rudder Club: 2

  • The most popular singlehanded race boat in the world. With over 210,000 made, the Laser is enjoyed by everyone from club racers to Olympians. A simple boat to rig and own, the Laser rewards practice and good sailing technique, keeping even the most seasoned racer engaged. Current Lasers are built to the highest specifications with updated foils and sail controls. A three rig system allows the Laser to be enjoyed by sailors of any size and skill.

  • Capacity: 1-2 people

    Length: 13.8 ft

    Beam: 4.49 ft

    Draft: 2.62 ft

    Area: 76 sq/ft

    Race Level: Club - International

    Skill Level: Beginner - Expert

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420’s

Currently Available at the Rudder Club: 10

  • The International 420 Dinghy is a sailing dinghy popular for racing and teaching. The hull is fiberglass with internal buoyancy tanks. The 420 has a Bermuda rig and an optional spinnaker and trapeze. It has a large sail-area-to-weight ratio, and is designed to plane easily. It can be rigged to be sailed single-handed or double-handed. These boats are primarily meant for teaching, and may not be available during Youth Sailing or Summer Camp

  • Length: 13.78 ft

    Beam: 5.42 ft

    Draft: 3.17 ft

    Capacity: 1-2 people

Hobie Wave

Currently Available at the Rudder Club: 1

  • The Wave is an exciting and easy-to-sail catamaran for sailors of all sizes and skills. This recreational boat can be sailed solo or with a crew of four, and the Wave’s boomless sail provides power in all conditions. Thanks to the shape of the hulls, no daggerboards are needed. The rotomolded hull is virtually indestructible, so launching and docking is stress-free. The Hobie Wave is simple and always engaging. A great boat to learn catamaran sailing with.

  • Length Overall: 13'

    Beam: 7'

    Draft w/ Rudder Up: 11 inches

    Mast Length: 20'

    Sail Area: 95 sq/ft

    Weight: 245 lbs

    Capacity: 800 lbs

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Flying Scot

Currently Available at the Rudder Club: 4

  • The Flying Scot is a day sailer dinghy used for pleasure sailing as well as racing throughout America. Noted for ease of handling and durability, more than 6000 have been built of this design. The hull design makes it able to plane in winds of 15 knots or more, exceeding the waterline hull speed. The Scot is normally raced with a crew of two or three, and is not meant to be single-handed. It is primarily intended for teaching, and is not available during Adult Sailing class.

  • Capacity: 1-5 people

    Length: 19'

    Beam: 6' 7"

    Weight: 676 lbs

    Mast Length: 28'

    Sail Area: 190 sq/ft

    Race Level: Club - International

    Skill Level: Beginner - Expert

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