"Skiff Racing combines the skill and finesse of sailing with
the athleticism and drama of extreme sports"
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| The 18ft Skiff |
“The ultimate racing machine”
- The fastest single hull boat in the world today
- “The 18 foot skiff really is a speed machine.” Exotic lightweight materials & modern technology have combined to create a highly advanced racing machine capable of speeds in excess of 50 km per hr.
- Each boat carries a jib, main & spinnaker for a total of 1200 sq feet of sail area
- A fully rigged skiff weights just 170 kilos
- Skiffs are characterised by their protruding wings allowing crews extra leverage to carry extra sail area for extra speed
- Each boat comes with two rig configurations for light & heavy conditions
- Originally an Australian design, 18 foot skiffs are now raced in over 20 countries world wide
- The boats are a single class design
- The International Olympic Committee introduced the Olympic class 49er as a direct result of the media attention generated by the 18ft skiff.
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