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  2. Self-steering gear - Wikipedia

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    Even in sailboats running under engine, the self steering gear can be used to keep the boat heading into the wind to easily set or change sails (exception: sheet-to-tiller principle). As wind direction sensors are used a) a wind vane mounted on an axis being tilted more or less towards the horizon (wind vane self-steering)

  3. Schweizer SGS 2-33 - Wikipedia

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    The "AK" model was an "A" model completed by the buyer from a kit. It was certified on 19 April 1973. [1] [2] [6] SGS 2-33B The B model has an extra 5 inches in the rear seat, a ratchet trim system, a nose wheel, and 40 extra pounds of gross weight. This new 2-33 was certified on 2 February 2022. As of March 2024, two have been delivered.

  4. S2 9.2 - Wikipedia

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    In a 1997 used boat review in The SpinSheet, Jack Hornor noted. "the 9.2 model ranks as a very successful design by any boat builder’s standard and the most successful of the cruising designs built by S2." On its sailing characteristics, Horner wrote: "The sailing performance of the 9.2 is acceptable although not spectacular.

  5. Com-Pac 25 - Wikipedia

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    The boat displaces 4,800 lb (2,177 kg) and carries 1,900 lb (862 kg) of ballast. [1] [2] The boat has a draft of 2.50 ft (0.76 m) with the standard keel fitted. [1] [2] The boat is normally fitted with a small 6 to 12 hp (4 to 9 kW) outboard motor for docking and maneuvering, although an inboard diesel engine of 12 hp (9 kW), was optional. [2]

  6. Pearson 26 - Wikipedia

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    It displaces 5,200 lb (2,359 kg) and carries 2,200 lb (998 kg) of ballast. The boat has a PHRF racing average handicap of 213 with a high of 219 and low of 210. [5] [8] Pearson 26 One-Design This model was introduced in 1978, built until 1983 and is a variant of the "W" version for one-design racing. It displaces 5,200 lb (2,359 kg) and carries ...

  7. Com-Pac 16 - Wikipedia

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    The boat has a draft of 18 in (46 cm) with the standard keel and is normally fitted with a small outboard motor for docking and maneuvering. [1] The design has sleeping accommodation for two people in two 96 in (240 cm) berths. The head is a portable type. Ventilation is provided by a single foredeck hatch. Stowage space includes a lazarette. [3]

  8. Pearson Wanderer - Wikipedia

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    The Wanderer model is a shoal-draft keel sailboat with a centerboard designed for cruising. It is very similar to the smaller Tartan 27, also designed by William Shaw when he worked at Sparkman & Stephens.

  9. Mirage 24 - Wikipedia

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    This model was introduced in 1972 and fits the standard height mast. The design has a PHRF racing average handicap of 225. [1] [2] [4] Mirage 24 SM This model was introduced in 1972 and fits a mast that is shorter than the standard mast by about 1.5 ft (0.46 m). The boat has a PHRF racing average handicap of 228 with a high of 224 and low of ...