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Whimsy—BEETLECAT

Length: 12′

Beam: 6′

Draft: board up 8″, board down 30″

Rig: Gaff Cat Sloop

Designer: Charles Beetle

Builder: Concordia Co.— WoodenBoat School cold-molded over WHIMSY’s original hull in 1993 to add strength and eliminate the need for refastening.

Construction: Plank on frame

Usual location: Mooring

Comments: This is the classic yacht club racing boat and wonderful craft to learn the art of small boat sailing. A good-size sail makes it a fun boat to sail. Take along a couple of extra life jackets to sit on for added comfort. She sails best with the gaff well peaked up.