12 ft Sailing Dinghy "Riff", Design #136
A very simple small daysailer perfect for kids or adults. Generous beam and built-in buoyancy tanks fore and aft make this an ideal boat for learning to sail. Construction is 9/16in. western red cedar strip planking with a layer of 6oz/sq yd glass cloth and epoxy inside and out. A straightforward building method and well detailed plans make this one well suited to the beginning boat builder.
Photos of 'Riff' can be found in the Custom Boatbuilding section.
Construction: strip planked
Length: 12 ft 3 in
Beam: 5 ft 7 in
Depth amidships: 3 ft 0 in
Weight: 250 lbs
Sail area: 80 sq. ft
Building time: 400 hours
Skill level: basic
Design #136: 7 Sheet
