The B14 is a two person monohull dinghy, designed by
Julian Bethwaite. It is recognised as an international class by the
International Sailing Federation
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The boat was designed in 1984.
Performance and design
The B14 is designed with a low center of gravity for added stability and an open transom, to help the boat to drain itself quickly and without need of a self-bailer. The mast is set far back in the boat to make room for the large
asymmetric spinnaker.
The boat has a fast handicap, with a
Portsmouth Yardstick of 870,
designed with racing in mind. For this reason it is highly suitable for more experienced sailors.
The boat does not have a trapeze,
but instead makes use of wide wings.
Events
World Champions
Various
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RYA
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handicap 2012 : 870
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D-PN: 81.0.
References
External links
Class homepageFrench ClassDetails at www.noblemarine.co.ukISAF B14 Microsite Website ISAF Homepage
Classes of World Sailing
Dinghies
Two-person sailboats
1980s sailboat type designs
Sailboat type designs by Julian Bethwaite
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