Gartside 14ft. Double Ended Sailing Dinghy "Skraeling" #260
Description
The Gartside 14' Double-Ended Sailing Dinghy "Skraeling" (Design #260), created by renowned wooden boat designer Paul Gartside in the 1980s, draws inspiration from centuries-old Scandinavian skiffs, offering a lively yet forgiving daysailer for family outings, coastal exploration, or single-handing in sheltered waters, with its elegant double-ended hull ensuring a balanced, seaworthy ride under sail or oar. Emphasizing simplicity and accessibility for home builders, it combines traditional aesthetics with modern plywood construction for durability and ease, making it a smart choice for intermediate woodworkers seeking a versatile tender or standalone cruiser that accommodates 3–4 aboard comfortably; featured in WoodenBoat magazine (Issue #293) for its enduring legacy, it's celebrated as a fast, responsive performer in light to moderate breezes, with plans from gartsideboats.com providing five detailed sheets (including lofting) for a rewarding ~450-hour build.
Construction Details
| Designer | Paul Gartside |
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| Length | 14.000 ft |
| LOA | 14.000 ft |
| Beam | 5.833 ft |
| Displacement | 600 lb |
| Max Draft | 2.500 ft |
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Blueprints
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