Bruce Bingham

Bruce Bingham is an American yacht designer best known for his multihull designs and the popular Flicka 20, a pocket cruiser capable of ocean voyaging. Based in California, Bingham has created numerous designs for amateur builders, emphasizing simplicity, seaworthiness, and buildability. His designs include various trimarans, catamarans, and monohulls ranging from small pocket cruisers to larger offshore vessels. Bingham's philosophy centers on creating boats that ordinary people can build and sail safely. His plans are known for their clarity and completeness, making them popular with home builders. The Flicka 20, despite its small size, has completed numerous ocean passages, validating Bingham's design approach.