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B14 (dinghy)

B14 (dinghy)

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The B14 is a two person monohull dinghy, designed by Julian Bethwaite. It is recognised as an international class by the International Sailing Federation.[1] The boat was designed in 1984.[2]

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Performance and design

The B14 is designed with a low center of gravity for added stability and an open transom, to help the boat to drain itself quickly and without need of a self-bailer. The mast is set far back in the boat to make room for the large asymmetric spinnaker.[3][4] The boat has a fast handicap, with a Portsmouth Yardstick of 870,[5] designed with racing in mind. For this reason it is highly suitable for more experienced sailors.[3] The boat does not have a trapeze,[2] but instead makes use of wide wings.[3]

Events

World Champions

Main article: B14 World Championship

Various

References

  1. [1]
    "International series sailing dinghy : SKIFF Ovington". www.nauticexpo.com. Archived from the original on 2 May 2010. Retrieved 27 January 2010.
  2. [2]
    "B14 Dinghy Class Information". www.noblemarine.co.uk. Retrieved 27 January 2010.
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    "About B14". www.b14.org. Archived from the original on 18 January 2010. Retrieved 27 January 2010.
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    "French B14 Class". www.b14.fr. Archived from the original on 15 May 2011. Retrieved 27 January 2010.
  5. [5]
    "Portsmouth Number List 2012". Royal Yachting Association. Retrieved 31 July 2012.
  6. [6]
    "Centerboard Classes". US Sailing. Archived from the original on 16 August 2012. Retrieved 31 July 2012.
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