National 12 Sailing dinghy for sale

National 12 No. 3384 "Cunning Plan" is a well-sorted and competitive boat, ready to race and enjoy.

The boat comes with two complete sets of sails, including a laminated mainsail, providing excellent performance across a range of conditions and making it an ideal package for club racing, open meetings, or those looking to get into the highly rewarding National 12 class.

The National 12 is renowned for its fully controllable rig, offering an exceptional level of tuning and adjustment. With controls for mast bend, rig tension, rake, cunningham, kicker, outhaul, and more, the boat can be finely tuned to suit changing wind strengths and crew weights. This level of adjustability allows sailors to optimise sail shape and power throughout the race, making the National 12 one of the most competitive and rewarding dinghy classes to sail.

As a development class, the National 12 combines innovation with close racing. Despite the freedom to develop within the rules, the class remains highly competitive, with boats capable of performing across a wide range of crew weights and sailing conditions.

Key Features

National 12 No. 3384 – "Cunning Plan"

Two sets of sails

Includes laminated mainsail

Fully adjustable and highly tunable rig

Competitive and responsive design

Ideal for club racing, open meetings, and class events

National 12 Class Rules (Summary)

The National 12 is a two-person, two-sail development class governed by class rules that encourage innovation while maintaining fair competition. Key rules include:

Maximum hull length: 3.66m (12ft)

Two-sail configuration (mainsail and jib)

Maximum sail area: 8.6m²

Hulls, rigs, and fittings may be developed within class measurement limits

A fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-equipped National 12 with a good sail wardrobe and all the adjustability that makes the class so enjoyable to sail.

Price: €1600

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