Javelin dinghy (Australasia)
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| Crew | 2 |
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| Trapeze | single |
| Hull weight | 150 lbs (70 kg) |
| LOA | 14 ft (4.267 m) |
| Beam | 5 ft 8 in (1.727 m) |
| Mainsail area | 125 ft2 (11.6 m2) |
| Jib / Genoa area | 50 ft2 (4.3 m2) |
| Spinnaker area | 200ft2 (18.6 m2) |
The Javelin is a high performance skiff type dinghy sailed in Australia and New Zealand. The class was founded by designer John Spencer in 1961. Spencer also founded the Cherub Class. It is 14 feet long, sporting a large sail area, single trapeze and asymmetrical spinnaker. The Javelin is a development class, meaning that boats vary in shape within a framework of rules, rather than being all built to the same design. Bruce Farr is another well known designer who drew successful Javelins.
Its lightweight 70 kg (150 lb) hull, and powerful, efficient sail plan allow it to exceed speeds of 25 knots and provide an exhilarating "ride" with exciting fleet racing.
Both Australia and New Zealand run their respective National championships each year, with New Zealand holding a National contest ever since 1964. The two countries race each other every second year in the Javelin Class South Pacific Championships, sailing for the "Air New Zealand Trophy". This contest was first sailed during the season of 1968–69, and was won by the New Zealand Javelin Rangi. The South Pacific Championships is the most sought over of the titles.
The 2011-12 Australian Championship was raced at Perth Dingy Sailing Club Western Australia from 27 December 2011 to 5 January 2012. The current champions are:
Australian Champion - Racing Red sailed by R. Hanrahan and C. Woodward
Ladies Champion - Himalayan Woman, helmsman N. Thomas
Junior Helmsman Champion - Skid Mark, helmsman T. Cochrane
Senior Helmsman Champion - Razor, helmsman P. Sharp
Handicap Champion - Phlegm Buoyant, K. Bundred and K. Pearce
The 2012-13 Australian Championships will be held at Cairn Curran Sailing Club Victoria.
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