The McIntyre ClassGlobe 5.80 One Design concept starts with the design of a simple, fun to sail Plywood-Epoxy yacht, that anyone can build, anywhere in the world.
Conceived by Don McIntyre and designed by Polish Sailor, Designer Janusz Maderski (who specializes in small ocean-going yachts), hull number 01 is currently under construction in Poland.
Having an LOA of 5.80m x Beam 2.23m and Draft 1.4m, average speeds over 100 miles a day are expected. With keel, rudder and spars removed, everything fits easily inside a standard 20ft shipping container. The McIntyre ClassGlobe 5.80 can legally be towed on its own road trailer with keel attached. It can sail from anywhere and transport to or from any country with ease.
Capable of fast, efficient solo (or even two-handed) Transocean voyages, this new McIntyre ClassGlobe 5.80 opens a new chapter in adventurous, affordable ocean racing. Full construction plans are Euro$300 available at www.ClassGlobe580.com including initial Class Registration. A builders group “Forum” has been established and you can view it at https://globe580forum.proboards.com/board/1/general-discussion
The main structure can be built by one or two people with little experience and basic tools in 550hrs, or a few months. National Associations will be encouraged and McIntyre ClassGlobe 5.80 Offshore and Ocean events (club Racing, mixed gender, crewed and shorthanded) supported, in those countries where fleet numbers grow.
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