Dyer Dhow 12
Description
The Dyer Dhow 12 (more precisely the Dyer Dhow 12½) is a classic American fiberglass daysailer and tender designed for family fun, club racing, or as a versatile yacht accessory. Built by Dyer Boats in Warren, Rhode Island (not the smaller 9 ft Dhow, despite the shared name), this 12 ft 6 in model extends the legendary Dhow line with added length for better stability and capacity. Introduced around 1966, it's prized for its hard-chine flat-bottom hull that rows effortlessly, sails responsively, and tows straight behind larger yachts. With a simple cat rig and centerboard, it's forgiving for beginners yet spirited enough for frostbite racing. Over the decades, thousands of Dyer dinghies have been produced, making this a staple in New England fleets and cruising communities.
Construction Details
| Designer | Dyer Boats |
|---|---|
| Builder | Dyer Boats |
| Length | 12.500 ft |
| LOA | 12.500 ft |
| Beam | 5.000 ft |
| Displacement | 195 lb |
The standard boat dimensions
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| p | - |
| e | - |
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| e2 | - |
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| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
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Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 16.5 ft - (5029 mm) |
| Foot | 9 ft - (2743 mm) |
| Leech | * 17.8 ft - (5425 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 84.35 ° |
| Diagonal | 18 ft - (5486 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4 in - (102 mm) |
| Area | * 76.28 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 12 ft - (3658 mm) |
| Foot | 4.5 ft - (1372 mm) |
| Leech | 10.58 ft - (3225 mm) |
| Area | * 23.62 ft² |
| Sail Type | SPINNAKER |
|---|---|
| Stays | 13.25 ft - (4039 mm) |
| MidGirth | 7.5 ft - (2286 mm) |
| Foot | 7.5 ft - (2286 mm) |
| Area | * 84 ft² |
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