1001 Boats: Foxer Dinghy

Sunday, 18 December 2011

Foxer Dinghy

Members of the Hamble River Sailing Club Foxer Fleet can be seen sailing every weekend, out on the water all year around summer and winter alike.

Designed by David Thomas (who also designed the Sigma 33) as a versatile sailing dinghy and yacht tender, the Foxer attracts some very experience helms and the fleet is characterised by close and competitive racing.

Length: 3.25m (10' 8")
Sail Area (Mono): 6.3m² (68 sq ft)
Beam: 1.37m (4' 6")
Weight: 78 kg (172 lbs)

The FOXER is a boat you sail IN rather than on. The exceptional stability and simple to control rig means there is no need to perch on the sides or hang overboard when sailing to windward - helms aged 8 to 80 with any degree of physical fitness can sail within their limits, while enjoying outstanding sailing qualities and safety.

The distinctive red, black and white Foxer sails have become and integral part of the Hamble weekend waterfront.

5 comments:

Mark Brown2 March 2012 at 14:22
David Thomas' Sigma 33 yacht also known as the "Shogun" was refurbish last 2006, it has a new engine and its inside cushioning was completely upholstered. Personally, Sigma 33 is one of the most successful boats ever made in the history.

Mark Brown
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Another Smart post from you Admin :)
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