Designer | Phil Morrison |
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Crew | 2 |
Trapeze | Yes |
Type | Monohull |
Construction | GRP composite |
Hull weight | 169 lb (77 kg) |
LOA | 14 ft 3 in (4.34 m) |
Beam | 5 ft 2 in (1.57 m) |
Keel/Board Type | Centreboard |
Rig Type | Aluminium alloy |
Mainsail area | S rig - 80 sq ft (7.4 m2) XL rig - 100 sq ft (9.3 m2) |
Jib / Genoa area | S rig - 31 sq ft (2.9 m2) XL rig - 37 sq ft (3.4 m2) |
Spinnaker area | S rig - 145 sq ft (13.5 m2) XL rig - 145 sq ft (13.5 m2) |
RYA PN | 972 |
The RS500 is a double handed trapeze skiff designed by Phil Morrison, manufactured and designed by RS Sailing. The class has a PY number of 972. There are two sail size options (the S and XL rig) and makes the RS500 suitable for youngsters and adults. With ISAF Recognised Status, the RS500 has a racing circuit with events in UK, Europe and World Championships.
The cockpit is uncluttered and the low transom design makes climbing aboard after capsize easy and a pivoting centreboard and rudder make launch and recovery safe.
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