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About International Etchells Class
The Etchells is a big, fast, simple, stable, and sleek racing sloop that can be sailed competitively and in comfort by three or four average sailors. It can tack in 70 degrees and has a low wetted surface hull form that keeps moving in the slightest breeze. In 20+ knots it absolutely flies. The strict one-design principle of the class was established from the outset and is controlled by a strong, established and well-administered class association. Control of construction by the class association and World Sailing ensures quality and uniformity. It’s trailerable, easy to maintain and light enough to dry sail; and Etchells hold exceptional resale value.
Design
Boats Produced: 1500
Class boat builder(s):
https://etchells.org/builders
Approximately how many boats are in the USA/North America? 700
Where is your One-Design class typically sailed in the USA? List regions of the country:
New England
Middle Atlantic
Mid West
Florida
Texas
California
Does this class have a spinnaker or gennaker? Yes
Ideal combined weight of range of crew: maximum 285 kilos
Boat Designed in 1966
Beam: per Class Rules
Weight of rigged boat without sails: per Class Rules
Draft: per Class Rules
Mast Height: per Class Rules