The twelves are the ultimate twin trapeze sailing skiff with a hull weight of only 45kgs, a 12ft waterline, 6ft beam and unrestricted sail area. The incredible sail area to weight ratio generates the most awesome acceleration with recorded top end speeds well over 20 knots. Going downwind at these speeds the small easily driven light weight hulls are constantly becoming airborne under their massive mast head asymmetric spinnakers. With a rigged sailing weight of just 75kgs most skiffs have an overall length (including the carbon asymmetrical spinnaker bowsprit and crew outriggers aft on the transom) approaching 26ft.
The boats are constructed from the very latest materials & technology. Every individual component on the skiffs is built to be as light as possible for maximum speed. The unrestrictive nature and rules of the class allow individuals the freedom to optimise their skiffs and constantly develop and experiment with new ideas. 12ft Skiffs are the ultimate in high performance sailing. They are the formula one of skiff sailing.