8' Portland Yawlboat (8' Sailing Dinghy)
Description
The 8' Portland Yawlboat (also called the 8' Sailing Dinghy) is a compact, traditional-style sailing dinghy designed by Jay R. Benford, known for his seaworthy and aesthetically pleasing small craft. Inspired by traditional Portland yawlboats (historically used as pulling boats off larger vessels in the Pacific Northwest). This design stands out for its sailing capability in a minimalist package, making it ideal for harbor hopping, beach cruising, or as a yacht tender. It is lightweight, easy to build, and versatile, with a focus on simplicity and classic looks.
The standard boat dimensions
| i | - |
|---|---|
| j | - |
| p | 11.50 ft |
| e | 6.35 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | 11.50 ft | 6.35 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 11.5 ft - (3505 mm) |
| Foot | * 6.35 ft - (1935 mm) |
| Leech | * 12.77 ft - (3892 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 12.94 ft - (3944 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 3.5 in - (89 mm) |
| Area | * 38.01 ft² |
| Comments | Loose footed. The boltrope at the luff is inserted in a groove on the Kenyon aluminum mast. There are three 18" battens on the leech and a 12' foot batten. |
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