Other Classes of Radio Controlled Yachts

J Class: The Canterbury J originated in Christchurch, New Zealand,

based on the J Class Ranger. A 48 inch Fiberglass hull and lead Keel

both made from Class molds. Everything else can be made by the

builder. Total weight of ready to sail boat is 14lbs 5oz.

Fairwind: The Fairwind, Fairwind 900, Fairwind II, and Fairwind III

model yachts are a One design class available in kitset form from several

internet hobby supply sources. The kit is easy to put together and quite

inexpensive. The Fairwind has proven itself after more After 20 year of

continuos popularity has proven itself as one of the longest selling R/C

yachts in history. Supplier Kyosho.

Fairwind General Class Description:

Length Overall (LOA) 900 mm

Beam 226 mm

Displacement Minimum 8.0 lbs.

Mast Height 1220 mm

Sail Area 0.381 m2

Mablehead: The M or Marblehead Class, sometimes called the "50/800",

is a medium size high performance development class - the main restrictions

being a hull length of 50 inches and a sail area of 800 square inches.

Today's M weighs around ten pounds and carries an 85 inch rig in most conditions.

The class has been highly developed over the years to produce a high performance

model that can be sailed in a wide range of conditions, assuming the owner has the

appropriate rigs. The hull and rigs tend to use advanced materials and techniques.

Micro Magic: The Micro Magic Class is one of the largest and fastest growing

in the world, with affiliated classes in over a dozen countries in three continents.

Manufactured by Graupner of Germany and their design and basic look are pattered

after single-handed trans-Atlantic boats. The boat features an ABS hull and deck,

carbon fiber spars and high quality rigging. While not a 'Ready-to-Run' kit, it can be

assembled with common adhesives and epoxies by builders with novice skills.

RC Laser: The kitset Remote Control (R/C) Laser Model is a scale

version of the famous "one design" Laser - the most popular "real boat"

sailing class in the world. The R/C Laser was intended to be up and sailing

out of the box in under 7 minutes. There is no need to learn about epoxy

glues, Kevlar and Fibreglass construction, or sail design. All you need is

2 feet of water, a desire to sail, and some wind. Just snap in the keel, mast,

and rudder assemblies...slip in the batteries...clip on the sails and you are

ready to go. The R/C Laser is destined to bring a whole new group of people

Electron: The one design class Electron was created by one of New Zealand's

most respected yacht designers, Des Townson. The Electron is one of the most authentic

sailing models available and will handle a wide range of wind strengths. Boats of this class

are owned and sailed by many leading sailors who appreciate the fine sailing qualities of

these models and enjoy the thrill of competing in a where skill and experience rather than

the cost of equipment matters

Find out how to buy an Electron: http://www.electron.co.nz/