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Quality, speed and simplicity, these are the key specifications that led to the creation of this new one design by Daniel Andrieu.  She features an attractive design along the waterline, the keel and the rudder, an ergonomic deck layout and a comfortable cockpit, where everything is within easy reach and where each adjustment can be made effortlessly.

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One-Design 35

A light, innovative package of speed and thrills

It was a beautiful day on Lake Michigan, so I wasn't concerned when Bob Hughes, owner of the One-Design 35 Heartbreaker, told me my foul weather gear was too heavy to have on board. The skyscrapers of the city stood out in high relief against the cobalt blue sky and, as if being exhaled by lungs deep within the big shoulders of Chicago, a building offshore breeze rippled across the water.

From my position on the high side, where I sat with the tiller extension in my hand, I spied a gust, turning the water the texture of 80-grit sandpaper as it raced toward us.

"Three, two, one, puff on" a crewmember forward on the rail said.

Instantly, Heartbreaker accelerated, dipping her leeward rail as her bow feathered up until the Windex was well inside the tabs. In an almost mechanical response, the crew, all of whom were on the rail as we knifed upwind, projected their bodies outboard. This was more than merely sitting on the rail. These guys were hiking, bent over the lower lifeline like linguini drying on a rack, their bodies dangling over the water.

A boat that puts its crew through that sort of abdominal torture hardly seems practical. Add to that the lack of a backstay, a sailplan consisting of a giant mainsail with a tiny jib and a displacement of only 6,500 pounds, and the boat hardly exudes convention.

But, in fact, the 1D35 is a model of racing practicality, a distillation of yacht design into simple speed and sensible handling. Designer Nelson-Marek and builder Carroll Marine took what sailors love most about dinghies and combined it with the power, speed and seaworthiness of big boats. This is a boat that can surf past a fleet of larger boats at 18 knots and then be pulled out of the water with a 4-ton lift, put on a trailer and towed home with a pickup truck.

Four 1D35s arrived on the starting line for the first race of the Chicago NOOD regatta in June 1998, just two months after the first 35 was launched. Although the design was new, the owners of these debut boats were all veteran lakes sailors and I was counting on close, competitive racing. I wasn't disappointed.

We started the first race in an 8- to 10-knot offshore breeze with flat seas. Although I lusted for a 25-knot gear-buster to test the strength of the boat and satisfy my curiosity about how it feels to surf down the face of a 10-foot wave in a 6,500-pound boat, the race proved to be an ideal test of the nonoverlapping headsail concept. Would the boat have enough power to scoot in a light breeze?

I was pleased. The boat was quick and maneuverable upwind, clicking off speeds in the 7-knot range and outpacing the two conventionally rigged, 45-foot masthead boats that had the misfortune of being put in our class for this regatta.

The jibs look tiny, and for the purposes of handling they are. The headsails actually measure 110 percent, but are sheeted ahead and inside the spreaders. Because the spreaders have roughly a 23-degree sweep angle, which give the fractional rig the support it needs without a backstay, the headsails overlap the mast just slightly. They are sheeted fore and aft on an adjustable jib lead and are easily fine-tuned with an inboard tweeker.

If there is any lack of power in the headsail, it is more than accounted for in the huge, deep-roach mainsail that rounds the total upwind sail area to a powerful 802 square feet.

Being accustomed to sailing big, masthead boats, I found tacking the 35 exhilarating. A light push on the tiller sent the bow quickly through the eye of the wind. Unfettered by a backstay, the huge main flopped effortlessly. And with a headsail the size of the staysail on the boats I normally sail, there was no need to have an NFL defensive end on board to grind. In fact, a few revolutions of the two-speed primaries and the sail was sheeted and the trimmer back on the rail.

At the turning mark, the rig again proved itself. The manageable spinnaker was hoisted up the mast and in the blink of an eye the bowman had the headsail on deck.

According to Nelson-Marek designer Greg Stewart, the spinnaker represents a compromise. Going to a hoist point midway between the hounds and the masthead, the chutes offer plenty of power but are conservative enough to keep the boat controllable in a breeze.

The 35 has what I'm tempted to call an oversized rudder, measuring a quarter-inch shy of 6 feet. "I'd say it was a bigger rudder with ample area," Stewart said, noting it was builder Barry Carroll who lobbied for the larger appendage in the interest of keeping the boat's behavior in check. Even sailing downwind in a light breeze on a windward-leeward course, the boat felt slick through the water and maintained solid speeds when sailed low, thanks to the clean underbody shape, high-aspect appendages and downwind sail area of 1,567 square feet.

As we prepared for the first jibe, I found the open, shallow cockpit a joy to work in. Besides the traveler controls and main and jib sheets, all lines are led to the companionway and stopped off in a series of rope clutches.

The first race of the day proved the One Design 35 can move in light air. For the start of the second race, the wind was blowing 15 knots and I was looking forward to excitement.

With a minute left before the start, Hughes drove Heartbreaker to the leeward end of the line and stopped her. With less than 10 seconds to the start, he bore off, the sails were trimmed and, at the gun, the crew was on the rail and we were sailing at nearly 8 knotsÑadditional testimony to the boat's breakneck acceleration. I could have sworn I was sailing a dinghy.

Upwind in a breeze it became apparent that the 35 needs weight on the rail as much as water under the keel. "If a guy has to get off the rail to crack the jib for a duck, we're looking at giving up at least two-tenths of a knot," Hughes said.

The boat, however, is ingeniously designed to keep everyone on the high side. The helmsman is able to steer and play the heavily ratioed traveler at the same time. Although the traveler is located well aft of the tiller, where it needs to be to get a decent purchase on the 18-foot boom, control lines are led under the deck and emerge at a console just forward of the helmsman.

Because the boat lacks a backstay, I was concerned about being able to depower the 35 sailing upwind in a breeze. The mast, which has a significant amount of prebend, is adjusted by a hydraulic headstay ram located below deck at the bow knuckle. It is operated from a control on the cockpit console. This adjustment, along with fine-tuning the diagonals before the race, seemed to offer enough options to bleed power from the big main.

Downwind the boat handled like a dream with its large rudder. In puffs, it planed over the flat water. "Doing 18 knots in 20 to 25 knots of breeze, I can hold the tiller extension like a pool cue with one hand," Hughes said.

Unfortunately, our second race was marred by equipment failure when the outhaul broke, leaving the $5,000 North 3DL mainsail flogging for much of the windward leg. As Hughes can attest, some of the running rigging is undersized.

Overall the boat was fast, easy and fun to sail. Its simplicity takes the mystery out of boat speed and puts a premium on tactics.

The deck layout and construction deserves mention, as it should be the standard for race boats. Most control lines are led under the deck, keeping working areas free of clutter. The hull seemed extremely stiff and, with one season of racing as testimony, it appears strong and durable. Carroll Marine uses what is called a post-cured wet preg construction method. The hull is built in two halves out of bidirectional E-glass and epoxy resin. It is vacuum bagged and post-cured at 140 degrees. A balsa core is used because of its high shear strength, a benefit both when the boat is on the water and on the trailer. Carbon is used to reinforce high-load areas around the mast, keel and chainplates.

The 35 comes standard with a Hall Spars carbon fiber fractional rig. With two sets of spreaders and no jumper struts, the mast is light and kind to the righting moment of the boat.

The sail inventory on the 35 is also refreshingly simple. Class rules allow for one main, three jibs and three spinnakers, although several owners carry only two. Keeping in mind this class has no limitations on sail material and owners usually opt for top-end inventories, a set of sails costs roughly $25,000 for this 35-footer.

Below, the 1D35 will be a disappointment to any sailor who values even the slightest creature comfort. With only 5.3 feet of headroom, the shortest crewmember will have to maneuver bent over. But the interior is functional, with plenty of space for sail storage, four fixed bunks and two removable pipe berths. After all, this is a race boat. On long-distance races, the last place any of the crew will be if it's blowing will be warm and dry below.

The 35 comes with a small sink located forward by the mast, a three-burner, gimbaled, camping-type stove and a modest head. I'm willing to sacrifice comfort for speed, but the navigator's station tucked under the companionway is even too small for my tastes. Most 35 owners use the counter space forward to spread out charts.

A Yanmar 18-horsepower diesel with a saildrive powers the 35 at a respectable 7.5 knots. In keeping with race boat tradition, the 12-gallon fuel tank is small.

The 1D35 is obviously quite capable of being transported on her bottom, but faced with the prospect of a long, short-handed delivery into the teeth of a stiff headwind, I'd just as soon be looking at the bow of the boat in the rearview mirror of my SUV.

The boat has a single point lifting ring located at the base of the companionway and can be hoisted with a 4-ton dry lift. It takes two to three hours to have the boat highway ready, Hughes said. A 3/4-ton pickup truck has ample power to pull the boat.

Theoretically, designers of a one-design class need not be slaves to costly modern boatbuilding techniques or even to speed. But the One Design 35 was built with fun in mind for owners who want to sail in a fast, competitive fleet both around the buoys and long distances. The concept seems a success. At a base price of $139,995, the 35 is relatively affordable. With the addition of sails, a trailer and electronics, a ready-to-sail and ready-to-tow 1D35 will set the owner back just less than $183,000. In comparison, the latest generation of competitive 40-footers cost roughly $300,000.

And the one-design appeal of the 35 must be attractive. Twenty-one boats have been built and nine more ordered. As many as 20 1D35s are expected to race in Key West later this month.

"The nice thing about this boat is even if you're getting really hammered and having a horrible regatta, it's still a blast," Hughes said. "This boat has put the fun back in sailing."

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Review of Jeanneau One Design 35

Basic specs..

The boat is typically equipped with an inboard Yanmar diesel engine.

The fuel tank has a capacity of 53 liters (14 US gallons, 11 imperial gallons).

Sailing characteristics

This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.

What is Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)?

The capsize screening value for Jeanneau One Design 35 is 2.29, indicating that this boat would not be accepted to participate in ocean races.

What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?

The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 7.3 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.

The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Jeanneau One Design 35 is about 212 kg/cm, alternatively 1188 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 212 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 1188 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.

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1D 35 is a 35 ′ 0 ″ / 10.7 m monohull sailboat designed by Nelson Marek and built by Carroll Marine between 1998 and 2001.

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Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

ONE-DESIGN 35. Carbon mast with twin, swept-back spreaders. As originally delivered for one-design racing, the 1D 35 has no backstay(s). (at hounds or topmast). Rig tension is controlled under way with an hydraulically adjustable fore stay. Dimensions shown here from a sample IRC cert.

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Jeanneau one design 35

The jeanneau one design 35 is a 34.76ft fractional sloop designed by daniel andrieu and built in fiberglass by jeanneau (fra) between 1991 and 1995., 240 units have been built..

The Jeanneau one design 35 is a light sailboat which is a very high performer. It is reasonably stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a racing boat. The fuel capacity is originally very small. There is a very short water supply range.

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What made the J/35’s dazzling performance so accessible to sailors of varying experience and ability? Primarily it was its pure hull form, a sweet easily driven shape free of the rating rule-induced exaggerations that made other handicap racers of the 1980s cranky and difficult to sail. With its light weight and long sailing length, big but uncomplicated rig and sensible deck layout, the J/35 was graced with a responsive yet forgiving nature over a wide range of conditions.

These endearing characteristics gave the J/35 a parallel life as cruising boat. Easily handled by a family, it offered plenty of space below for accommodations that were plain but practical.

The J/35 was created in response to a downturn in the U.S. economy. To attract buyers in the offshore racer-cruiser category, the brothers who ran J Boats, Bob Johnstone, who handled marketing, and Rod Johnstone, designer of the J line, decided to modify one of Rod’s earlier designs, the J/36. With a slightly shorter hull, improved keel with a lower center of gravity and a masthead, instead of fractional, rig and cost reductions realized by eliminating wheel-steering and making some cabin amenities optional, the new 35-footer, offered at a base price $49,500 ($30,000 less than its predecessor), was an instant hit.  More than 170 boats (built by TPI) were sold in the first three years; there are 330 sailing today. One-design racing activity has been strong since the J/35 debuted-as many as three dozen of the powerful 35-footers have been on the starting line for class championships. The fact that the field is more level in J/35 class racing because of the boat’s forgiving nature has not deterred some of the world’s top sailors from competing in class events.

Mainly, though, the J/35’s appeal endures today for the same reason the boat was immediately popular when it was introduced 16 years ago-because, in the words of Bob Johnstone, it is “a magical boat that turns good sailors into great sailors.”

-Bill Schanen, Sailing Magazine

loa 35’ 5” beam 11’ 8” sail area 663 ft² w/100% jib spinnaker area ft² hull weight 10,500 lbs. crew # of boats built >330 active US fleets

Class website: http://www.j35.org/

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Darkhorse is a turbo One Design 35 that has been updated for modern racing and is ready for buoy or offshore competition again. This high performance boat has masthead and fractional spinnaker halyards, North Sails 3Di Square Top Main, extended carbon pole for symmetrical kites and a 5 foot carbon removable bowsprit for asyms. As of 2019 the PNW PHRF rating for Darkhorse was 24. With her extensive sail inventory, B&G electronics and trailer she is ready for the race course locally or abroad again.

The interior aboard Darkhorse is sparse and clean; there is room to comfortably sleep four people, six with the pipe births installed. Some features include pressurized water, a Jabsco manual head with a holding tank, a Jetboil stove, and settee cushions. She is an all out race boat but is surprisingly roomy for a fast camper cruiser. Her trailer makes this boat easy to pack up and take on the road for any adventure.

Electronics

B&G 213 masthead wand (2006/2017)

B&G H5000 Hercules CPU instrument system (2017)

B&G H5000 Color Multi displays on bulkhead (2)(2017)

B&G Triton T41 mast displays (2)(2017)

B&G ZG-100 GPS/Heading Sensor (2017)

B&G DST800 depth/speed/temp (2017)

B&G Vulcan 7 FS chartplotter/fishfinder display (2017)

TP22 Simrad Tiller Pilot (2017)

Standard Horizon GX2000 Matrix VHF radio (2017)

Standard Horizon HX890 handheld VHF radio

Masthead VHF antenna (2017)

Richie magnetic compass

50’ shore power cord

(3) 12v cigarette style charging port

(1) USB style charging port

LED running lights

Interior LED red and white lights

Starter battery (2019)

Lifeline 12v AGM house battery

Pro Mariner battery charger (2019)

New electrical system wiring and breakers (2017)

Battery selector switch, 2 position

Mechanical & Plumbing

Engine: Yanmar

Model: 2GM20

Horsepower: 18

Fuel type: Diesel

Drive type: Sail drive

Model number: SD20

Propeller: folding

Navtec hydraulic forestay

Jabsco manual head (2019)

Sanitation hoses (2019)

Water pressure pump

10’ roaming manual bilge hose pickup

Whale gusher bilge pump

18.5 gal Vetus water bladder

12 gal fuel tank

3 gal holding tank

Deck & Hull

Single centerline pad eye

Bomar deck hatch

Double stainless lifelines (2016)

Aluminum black powder coated stanchions, push pit, pulpit and tiller (2018)

Deck sheet bags

Holding tank deck pump out

Fuel and water tank deck fill

Bottom paint in 2019 (Interlux Black Ultra with Biolux)

Deck stripped and painted with non-skid (2018)

Bunk cushions

(2) Pipe births

Keel endoscope with valve fitting

Cockpit soft decking (2017)

Sails & Rigging

Hall Spars carbon fiber double spreader mast (repainted 2015)

Aluminum painted black boom

5’ removable carbon sprit

17’ 10” carbon fiber spinnaker pole

Stainless tackline fairleads

Spectra quick connect double masthead backstay

Code 0 continuous line furler

Hall Quick Vang (24:1 purchase)

Harken turning blocks

Tylaska jib inhaulers

Harken jib track

(5) Spinlock clutches

(4) Harken 40 self-tailing two speed winches

(2) Harken 42 two-speed winches

Spinlock tiller extension

Navtec discontinuous rod rigging

Navtec Hydraulic forestay with pressure gauge

Halyards (2017)

• (1) fractional halyard
• (1) masthead halyard
• (1) jib halyard
• (1) topping lift
• main halyard

Double Tuff Luff jib foil

Twin tacklines (2017)

• spectra jib sheets (2017)
• spinnaker guys (2017)
• lightweight spectra spinnaker sheets (2019)
• furling code 0 sheets (2017)
• furling genoa sheets (2017)
• jib inhaul lines (2019)
• German style main sheeting system (2017)
• North 3Di square top main (2017 EXCELLENT )  
• North 3Di jib J2 (2017 EXCELLENT )  
• Ballard Sails J4 (2020 BRAND NEW )  
• Ullman A2 Medium/Heavy a symmetrica l r unner (2018 EXCELLENT )  
• Ullman Masthead Cod e Zero (MHO) Reacher on Facnor f urler   ( EXCELLENT )  
• U llman Masthead Genoa on Facnor f urler (J0)   ( EXCELLENT )  
• Ullman staysail (2018 EXCELLENT – LIKE NEW )  
• Quantum fractional Code Zero (FRO) r eacher   ( FAIR )  
• North symmetrical s pinnaker (0.5oz) for extended pole   ( FAIR )  
• North s pinnaker/gen oa staysail (4oz Dacron)    
• North A1 asymmetrical r eacher   ( GOOD )  
• North A1.5 asymmetrical light air reacher /r unner   ( GOOD )  
• Nort h A2 asymmetrical light/medium air r eacher   ( EXCELLENT )  
• North 3DL class carbon main   ( FAIR )  
• North code 2 3DL jib   ( FAIR )  
• North code 2S symmetrical s pinnaker   ( GOOD )  
• North code 2+ 3DL jib   ( GOOD )  
• North code 3 3DL class jib   ( GOOD )  
• North code 1 3DL jib   ( GOOD )  
• North code 1S Symmetrical Spinnaker   ( FAIR )  
• Quantum Carbon practice heavy main   ( PRACTICE ONLY )  
• 1999 Quantum GPX pratice /delivery main  ( PRACTICE ONLY )  
• Quantum Jib # 2 Kevlar   ( FAIR )  
• Quantum Jib # 3 Light Kevlar   ( FAIR )  

Safety & Miscellaneous

Triad trailer

Companionway cooler

(4) Winch handles

Radar reflector

First aid kit

Fire extinguishers

Bag of assorted lifejackets

Single point hoist eye

Most Popular One-Design Sailboats

Last Updated by

Daniel Wade

May 23, 2023

‍ Key Takeaways

• A class-legal boats race is for you to compete without special modifications to the boat
• Small boats are typically one-design but some can be up to 30 feet in length
• The two most popular one-design boat brands are Laser and Sunfish
• Each class association is governed by the US Sailing organization
• Youth sailors greatly benefit from one-design classes to help shape sailing skills

‍ One-design class sailboats come in a variety of shapes and sizes. But what are the most popular one-design sailboats?

Popular one-design sailboats include Laser, 49er, I-420, and Ideal 18. Some popular multihull one-design boats are A-Cat, Isotope, and Hobie 16. Various one-design boat brands will cater to specific races and sailor’s needs in order to provide the best experience.

In my experience the Laser is one of the popular one-design brands in existence due to its rich history and sailors loyalty to the brand. Many other brands are right up there with it in terms of quality and performance.

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‍ Top 15 Popular One-Design Sailboats

One-design sailboats are an international class of boats meant for solo sailing and racing. One-design racing incorporates virtually identical boats and some of the popular brands today have the best representation of the design class.

The Laser is the most popular racing dinghy across the world. It is a one-design sailboat they use in Olympic regatta and other world sailing events. There have been over 200,000 of these sold worldwide and they feature three rig setups to accommodate anyone that enjoys dinghy sailing.

The 49er is another sailboat that is considered among the best of world class racing sailboats. This small sailboat is a double handed skiff and requires that you have plenty of skill to handle it. The popularity has exploded since its debut in the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

The I-420 is a one-design class sailboat that is sailed around the world. It is commonly used in sailing schools and clubs for sailors that want to hone their skills as a dinghy racer. This boat is classified as an Olympic Development Class for all athletes trying to join the Olympics.

If you are wanting a blend of high performance competitive sailing without being too difficult then the 470 is the perfect boat. This incredible boat was introduced in the 1976 Montreal Olympics and is still currently used today for many of the races for design classes in the Olympics. These boats are used for the men’s and women’s double handed racing.

A popular one-design keelboat is the Ideal 18 that requires skill rather than any special rigging to win a race. It is one of the easiest boats to rig and is best for single handed sailing. You can use either a roller furling jib or self tacking jib to accommodate your sailing needs.

The A-Cat is part of the International A-Class and is an international developmental class for multihull one-design sailboats. It is 18 feet in length and is regarded as one of the fastest dinghy sailboats in existence. They mirror the quality used in the America’s Cup and are used in many races across North America.

Another one-design multihull that many sailors are switching to is the Isotope . This one-design class is a registered Formula 16HP class boat. At just 16 feet it is one of the fastest one-design multihulls out there.

The Hobie 16 is a one-design multihull sailboat that is one of the most iconic sailboats. It is in the Sailing Hall of Fame and is easy to sail. Sailors have loved this boat for over 45 years with over 100,000 sold worldwide.

The 29er is the younger sibling to the 49er one-design sailboat. This boat is a bit more advanced and perfect for youth that are wanting to take the next step up to the 49er. It has a race class devoted to it and is a great alternative to the Laser series if you have difficulty finding one.

A one-design boat that is geared towards a variety of uses does not get any better than the J/30 . It has the appeal of a racer cruiser and can accommodate all different types of sailing experience. This is perfect for those that want to race but not be tied down to limited options on the boat.

For youth that need a great starter one-design boat the Nacra 15 is a perfect option. It is a semi-foiling multihull that requires teamwork and is perfect for those that are building up the skills to one day be in the Olympics. At just under 16 feet it offers the ease of transportation anywhere the water is available.

The Atlantic is a classic one-design sailboat that is 30 feet in length and is fast. It has a keel and offers stability while remaining fast on the water. For nearly 100 years this 30 foot one-design has been at the top of its class.

Catalina 22

The Catalina 22 was one of the first boats inducted in the 1995 Sailboat Hall of Fame for good reason. It helped revolutionize the trailerable sailboat market and is a great one-design boat for sailing. It is great for the entire family and can be passed on for generations if taken care of properly.

A popular one-design sailboat that typically needs three or four people to sail is the J/22 . Hundreds of J/22 boats have sailed over the years since it was used in the 2004 Olympics. Its design allows it to remain competitive against older boats due to the strict one-design class.

The most iconic one-design sailboat out there is arguably the Sunfish . There are over 500,000 Sunfish boats around the world since the 1950’s and are used in roughly a thousand races a year. The beauty of this one-design is that it can be used as a racing boat or for casual day sailing.

Why One-Design Boats are Used for Racing

Sailing has been primarily used over the course of history to ship goods across waterways. Over time designs changed and people were interested in seeing who was faster than one another.

This led to the design of racing sailboats and were first used in the 1800’s in Greece. Fast forward over 200 years later and there are thousands of boats racing across the world in various competitions.

One-design boats are not only meant for racing and can be used for daysailing depending on the brand. If you want to be on the same playing field and for everyone else to do the same then one-design boats are ideal.

Need for Speed

There is a unique feeling when you see another sailboat just like yours and you have the itch to race it. This has always been a driving force behind racing and it is fueled by sailors that have a competitive outlook.

One-designs are meant to allow your skill shine and not the boat aiding in your ability to win. Dinghy sailing are boats that are under 20 feet and are typically handled by less than three people.

Importance of Design

One-designs are a balance of sport and comfort. Some boats are geared entirely for racing but there are plenty that balance perfectly as a daysailer and a racing boat.

Many will also have keels to provide added stability. A small keelboat is great for those wanting to have a bit more stability if they have a fear of tipping over in the water. Small keelboats are also great for those that are new to sailing and require a little help remaining stable.

Best for Training

If you are an inexperienced sailor or you want your kids to lean how to sail then one-design boats are the best option. Since these design classes all have to be similar depending on the boat length it is easier to learn on these than another type of boat.

This allows youth to easily adapt to the boat without being too overwhelmed or discouraged. It also helps if you start out on a one-design boat and then move up to a more advanced boat with a similar skill set needed to operate it.

In addition you can try out different types of one-design sailboats without having to buy one. This will allow you to get your feet wet with yacht clubs or other solo sailing organizations and have fun trying new boats.

What are One-Design Races?

One-design sailing is where an event of racing takes place and all of the boats that are competing are identical or very similar. The reason that these boats are nearly identical is so that no one competitor has an edge based on their boat rigging or any other special influences.

These races are entirely based on skill with minor help from the boat you are using so that everyone gets a fair shot. Everyone starts at the same time and the first to go across the finish line is the winner.

There is an estimated 200 or more one-design race classes around the US and vary in boat length from eight to 40 feet. These races are narrowed down among various racing organizations and clubs across the world.

Different Types of One-Design Races

There are many versions of one-design racing that sailors can join. This all depends on your experience or potentially a club that you are a part of. In the Olympics you will also see various one-design races.

Match races are quite common among one-design sailing. This is where two sailboats are of the same design or very similar are competing against one another to determine a winner.

The only major difference between the two boats sailing against each other is the crews on board each boat. Depending on the experience of the crew will greatly affect the outcome of the race.

Arguably the most common one-design racing is fleet. This is where either a small handful of boats or even up to 100 at a time can compete to cross a finish line in a given location.

These are great because you have a lot of sailors starting at one spot at the same time in very similar or identical boats. This is the same setup used in the Olympics and is why it is the most common race type.

Sailing clubs are great for building experience and camaraderie among your sailing peers. These can vary on one-design use but most will outline exactly what type of racing is going to be conducted.

These typically use various forms of racing types or one-design sailboats depending on location. In addition you can race to be the best of your club and earn a trophy.

Team racing is a bit different than other races that deliver a winner as soon as they cross the finish line. These are usually a few one-design boats with a few people on board and will award points to those teams depending on how they finish the race. The team that has the lowest amount of points after each race is the winner and it will require a few races to determine a winner.

Regatta races can vary based on location and will use different types of one-design sailboats. These races typically last a few days and will need teammates if the event is geared towards a team event. Most people enjoy regattas since they offer one of the best social interactions lasting a few days.

If you have ever wondered what it would be like to travel hundreds of miles or sail for days on end to reach a destination first then offshore one-design sailing is right for you. These races require extensive knowledge in order to remain safe. They typically have one-design requirements so that everyone is on the same playing field.

If you have disabilities and still want to enjoy sailing then paralympic sailing competitions are right for you. These are one-design sailboat races meant to handle skill and can accommodate to anyone attempting to sail.

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Sailboat jeanneau one design 35 10.6m.

Capacity Daily rental: 12 pax Overnight stay: 6 pax Skipper for daily rentals: 130 EUR Skipper for overnight stays: 150 EUR Jeanneau One Design 35 is a regatta boat that is used for sailing school or small regattas. It is suitable for a day sailing or a week charter depending on your needs and wishes. It can accommodate up to 10 people. It is very handy for exciting rides along Adriatic sea. It is equipped with GPS, electric windlass, toilet, bimini and more. This lovely boat is located in Rijeka a city placed in North Adriatic. Rijeka is popular with good weather and a calm sea, which makes it perfect for every type of sailing experience. There are a lot of places around to visit and a few bigger islands just across the bay. ***Please keep in mind the security deposit is 500 EUR (cash only) & skipper's document*** If you have any questions, you can contact me on the Click & Boat platform for more info. See you soon!

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We were a group of 8 people who had rented a boat to have a nice day out at sea. Fabio and his crew were very nice and we got a quick response when we asked a question in the message function. 5 stars on it! Once we had our day out at sea, it didn't turn out quite as we had hoped. For half the day we sailed back and forth along the coast. We thought we would get to see new places but we didn't. After the first part of the sailing, the captain chose to take us to another city. It was nice! On the way home we stopped and snorkelled. It was an okay place but nothing special. During the last part of the journey, the engine stalled. It started smoking and stalling so we were standing in the middle of the sea for a while before the captain finally started the engine. In summary - Great staff. Both before and during the trip! The excursion itself did not live up to our expectations. The boat's engine would need to be renovated so that the travelers don't risk becoming stationary out on the water.

We had a wonderfully relaxing day on the water with Fabio as our skipper. He is an instructor and answered all the sailing questions we had. We stopped for lunch, anchored for a swim, and had a great time. Hopefully we can come back when there is more wind!

Boat needs some maintenance (speed log not working), but service was courteous.

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Travel Itinerary For One Week in Moscow: The Best of Moscow!

I just got back from one week in Moscow. And, as you might have already guessed, it was a mind-boggling experience. It was not my first trip to the Russian capital. But I hardly ever got enough time to explore this sprawling city. Visiting places for business rarely leaves enough time for sightseeing. I think that if you’ve got one week in Russia, you can also consider splitting your time between its largest cities (i.e. Saint Petersburg ) to get the most out of your trip. Seven days will let you see the majority of the main sights and go beyond just scratching the surface. In this post, I’m going to share with you my idea of the perfect travel itinerary for one week in Moscow.

Moscow is perhaps both the business and cultural hub of Russia. There is a lot more to see here than just the Kremlin and Saint Basil’s Cathedral. Centuries-old churches with onion-shaped domes dotted around the city are in stark contrast with newly completed impressive skyscrapers of Moscow City dominating the skyline. I spent a lot of time thinking about my Moscow itinerary before I left. And this city lived up to all of my expectations.

Travel Itinerary For One Week in Moscow

Day 1 – red square and the kremlin.

Metro Station: Okhotny Ryad on Red Line.

No trip to Moscow would be complete without seeing its main attraction. The Red Square is just a stone’s throw away from several metro stations. It is home to some of the most impressive architectural masterpieces in the city. The first thing you’ll probably notice after entering it and passing vendors selling weird fur hats is the fairytale-like looking Saint Basil’s Cathedral. It was built to commemorate one of the major victories of Ivan the Terrible. I once spent 20 minutes gazing at it, trying to find the perfect angle to snap it. It was easier said than done because of the hordes of locals and tourists.

As you continue strolling around Red Square, there’s no way you can miss Gum. It was widely known as the main department store during the Soviet Era. Now this large (yet historic) shopping mall is filled with expensive boutiques, pricey eateries, etc. During my trip to Moscow, I was on a tight budget. So I only took a retro-style stroll in Gum to get a rare glimpse of a place where Soviet leaders used to grocery shop and buy their stuff. In case you want some modern shopping experience, head to the Okhotny Ryad Shopping Center with stores like New Yorker, Zara, and Adidas.

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To continue this Moscow itinerary, next you may want to go inside the Kremlin walls. This is the center of Russian political power and the president’s official residence. If you’re planning to pay Kremlin a visit do your best to visit Ivan the Great Bell Tower as well. Go there as early as possible to avoid crowds and get an incredible bird’s-eye view. There are a couple of museums that are available during designated visiting hours. Make sure to book your ticket online and avoid lines.

Day 2 – Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the Tretyakov Gallery, and the Arbat Street

Metro Station: Kropotkinskaya on Red Line

As soon as you start creating a Moscow itinerary for your second day, you’ll discover that there are plenty of metro stations that are much closer to certain sites. Depending on your route, take a closer look at the metro map to pick the closest.

The white marble walls of Christ the Saviour Cathedral are awe-inspiring. As you approach this tallest Orthodox Christian church, you may notice the bronze sculptures, magnificent arches, and cupolas that were created to commemorate Russia’s victory against Napoleon.

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Unfortunately, the current Cathedral is a replica, since original was blown to bits in 1931 by the Soviet government. The new cathedral basically follows the original design, but they have added some new elements such as marble high reliefs.

Home to some precious collection of artworks, in Tretyakov Gallery you can find more than 150,000 of works spanning centuries of artistic endeavor. Originally a privately owned gallery, it now has become one of the largest museums in Russia. The Gallery is often considered essential to visit. But I have encountered a lot of locals who have never been there.

Famous for its souvenirs, musicians, and theaters, Arbat street is among the few in Moscow that were turned into pedestrian zones. Arbat street is usually very busy with tourists and locals alike. My local friend once called it the oldest street in Moscow dating back to 1493. It is a kilometer long walking street filled with fancy gift shops, small cozy restaurants, lots of cute cafes, and street artists. It is closed to any vehicular traffic, so you can easily stroll it with kids.

Day 3 – Moscow River Boat Ride, Poklonnaya Hill Victory Park, the Moscow City

Metro Station: Kievskaya and Park Pobedy on Dark Blue Line / Vystavochnaya on Light Blue Line

Voyaging along the Moscow River is definitely one of the best ways to catch a glimpse of the city and see the attractions from a bit different perspective. Depending on your Moscow itinerary, travel budget and the time of the year, there are various types of boats available. In the summer there is no shortage of boats, and you’ll be spoiled for choice.

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If you find yourself in Moscow during the winter months, I’d recommend going with Radisson boat cruise. These are often more expensive (yet comfy). They offer refreshments like tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and, of course, alcoholic drinks. Prices may vary but mostly depend on your food and drink selection. Find their main pier near the opulent Ukraine hotel . The hotel is one of the “Seven Sisters”, so if you’re into the charm of Stalinist architecture don’t miss a chance to stay there.

The area near Poklonnaya Hill has the closest relation to the country’s recent past. The memorial complex was completed in the mid-1990s to commemorate the Victory and WW2 casualties. Also known as the Great Patriotic War Museum, activities here include indoor attractions while the grounds around host an open-air museum with old tanks and other vehicles used on the battlefield.

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The hallmark of the memorial complex and the first thing you see as you exit metro is the statue of Nike mounted to its column. This is a very impressive Obelisk with a statue of Saint George slaying the dragon at its base.

Maybe not as impressive as Shanghai’s Oriental Pearl Tower , the skyscrapers of the Moscow City (otherwise known as Moscow International Business Center) are so drastically different from dull Soviet architecture. With 239 meters and 60 floors, the Empire Tower is the seventh highest building in the business district.

The observation deck occupies 56 floor from where you have some panoramic views of the city. I loved the view in the direction of Moscow State University and Luzhniki stadium as well to the other side with residential quarters. The entrance fee is pricey, but if you’re want to get a bird’s eye view, the skyscraper is one of the best places for doing just that.

Day 4 – VDNKh, Worker and Collective Farm Woman Monument, The Ostankino TV Tower

Metro Station: VDNKh on Orange Line

VDNKh is one of my favorite attractions in Moscow. The weird abbreviation actually stands for Russian vystavka dostizheniy narodnogo khozyaystva (Exhibition of Achievements of the National Economy). With more than 200 buildings and 30 pavilions on the grounds, VDNKh serves as an open-air museum. You can easily spend a full day here since the park occupies a very large area.

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First, there are pavilions that used to showcase different cultures the USSR was made of. Additionally, there is a number of shopping pavilions, as well as Moskvarium (an Oceanarium) that features a variety of marine species. VDNKh is a popular venue for events and fairs. There is always something going on, so I’d recommend checking their website if you want to see some particular exhibition.

A stone’s throw away from VDNKh there is a very distinctive 25-meters high monument. Originally built in 1937 for the world fair in Paris, the hulking figures of men and women holding a hammer and a sickle represent the Soviet idea of united workers and farmers. It doesn’t take much time to see the monument, but visiting it gives some idea of the Soviet Union’s grandiose aspirations.

I have a thing for tall buildings. So to continue my travel itinerary for one week in Moscow I decided to climb the fourth highest TV tower in the world. This iconic 540m tower is a fixture of the skyline. You can see it virtually from everywhere in Moscow, and this is where you can get the best panoramic views (yep, even better than Empire skyscraper).

Parts of the floor are made of tempered glass, so it can be quite scary to exit the elevator. But trust me, as you start observing buildings and cars below, you won’t want to leave. There is only a limited number of tickets per day, so you may want to book online. Insider tip: the first tour is cheaper, you can save up to $10 if go there early.

Day 5 – A Tour To Moscow Manor Houses

Metro Station: Kolomenskoye, Tsaritsyno on Dark Green Line / Kuskovo on Purple Line

I love visiting the manor houses and palaces in Moscow. These opulent buildings were generally built to house Russian aristocratic families and monarchs. Houses tend to be rather grand affairs with impressive architecture. And, depending on the whims of the owners, some form of a landscaped garden.

During the early part of the 20th century though, many of Russia’s aristocratic families (including the family of the last emperor) ended up being killed or moving abroad . Their manor houses were nationalized. Some time later (after the fall of the USSR) these were open to the public. It means that today a great many of Moscow’s finest manor houses and palaces are open for touring.

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There are 20 manor houses scattered throughout the city and more than 25 in the area around. But not all of them easily accessible and exploring them often takes a lot of time. I’d recommend focusing on three most popular estates in Moscow that are some 30-minute metro ride away from Kremlin.

Sandwiched between the Moscow River and the Andropov Avenue, Kolomenskoye is a UNESCO site that became a public park in the 1920’s. Once a former royal estate, now it is one of the most tranquil parks in the city with gorgeous views. The Ascension Church, The White Column, and the grounds are a truly grand place to visit.

You could easily spend a full day here, exploring a traditional Russian village (that is, in fact, a market), picnicking by the river, enjoying the Eastern Orthodox church architecture, hiking the grounds as well as and wandering the park and gardens with wildflower meadows, apple orchards, and birch and maple groves. The estate museum showcases Russian nature at its finest year-round.

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If my travel itinerary for one week in Moscow was a family tree, Tsaritsyno Park would probably be the crazy uncle that no-one talks about. It’s a large park in the south of the city of mind-boggling proportions, unbelievable in so many ways, and yet most travelers have never heard of it.

The palace was supposed to be a summer home for Empress Catherine the Great. But since the construction didn’t meet with her approval the palace was abandoned. Since the early 1990’s the palace, the pond, and the grounds have been undergoing renovations. The entire complex is now looking brighter and more elaborately decorated than at possibly any other time during its history. Like most parks in Moscow, you can visit Tsaritsyno free of charge, but there is a small fee if you want to visit the palace.

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Last, but by no means least on my Moscow itinerary is Kuskovo Park . This is definitely an off-the-beaten-path place. While it is not easily accessible, you will be rewarded with a lack of crowds. This 18th-century summer country house of the Sheremetev family was one of the first summer country estates of the Russian nobility. And when you visit you’ll quickly realize why locals love this park.

Like many other estates, Kuskovo has just been renovated. So there are lovely French formal garden, a grotto, and the Dutch house to explore. Make sure to plan your itinerary well because the estate is some way from a metro station.

Day 6 – Explore the Golden Ring

Creating the Moscow itinerary may keep you busy for days with the seemingly endless amount of things to do. Visiting the so-called Golden Ring is like stepping back in time. Golden Ring is a “theme route” devised by promotion-minded journalist and writer Yuri Bychkov.

Having started in Moscow the route will take you through a number of historical cities. It now includes Suzdal, Vladimir, Kostroma, Yaroslavl and Sergiev Posad. All these awe-inspiring towns have their own smaller kremlins and feature dramatic churches with onion-shaped domes, tranquil residential areas, and other architectural landmarks.

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I only visited two out of eight cities included on the route. It is a no-brainer that Sergiev Posad is the nearest and the easiest city to see on a day trip from Moscow. That being said, you can explore its main attractions in just one day. Located some 70 km north-east of the Russian capital, this tiny and overlooked town is home to Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, UNESCO Site.

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Sergiev Posad is often described as being at the heart of Russian spiritual life. So it is uncommon to see the crowds of Russian pilgrims showing a deep reverence for their religion. If you’re traveling independently and using public transport, you can reach Sergiev Posad by bus (departs from VDNKh) or by suburban commuter train from Yaroslavskaya Railway Station (Bahnhof). It takes about one and a half hours to reach the town.

Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius is a great place to get a glimpse of filling and warming Russian lunch, specifically at the “ Gostevaya Izba ” restaurant. Try the duck breast, hearty potato and vegetables, and the awesome Napoleon cake.

Day 7 – Gorky Park, Izmailovo Kremlin, Patriarch’s Ponds

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Gorky Park is in the heart of Moscow. It offers many different types of outdoor activities, such as dancing, cycling, skateboarding, walking, jogging, and anything else you can do in a park. Named after Maxim Gorky, this sprawling and lovely park is where locals go on a picnic, relax and enjoy free yoga classes. It’s a popular place to bike around, and there is a Muzeon Art Park not far from here. A dynamic location with a younger vibe. There is also a pier, so you can take a cruise along the river too.

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The Kremlin in Izmailovo is by no means like the one you can find near the Red Square. Originally built for decorative purposes, it now features the Vernissage flea market and a number of frequent fairs, exhibitions, and conferences. Every weekend, there’s a giant flea market in Izmailovo, where dozens of stalls sell Soviet propaganda crap, Russian nesting dolls, vinyl records, jewelry and just about any object you can imagine. Go early in the morning if you want to beat the crowds.

All the Bulgakov’s fans should pay a visit to Patriarch’s Ponds (yup, that is plural). With a lovely small city park and the only one (!) pond in the middle, the location is where the opening scene of Bulgakov’s novel Master and Margarita was set. The novel is centered around a visit by Devil to the atheistic Soviet Union is considered by many critics to be one of the best novels of the 20th century. I spent great two hours strolling the nearby streets and having lunch in the hipster cafe.

Conclusion and Recommendations

To conclude, Moscow is a safe city to visit. I have never had a problem with getting around and most locals are really friendly once they know you’re a foreigner. Moscow has undergone some serious reconstruction over the last few years. So you can expect some places to be completely different. I hope my one week Moscow itinerary was helpful! If you have less time, say 4 days or 5 days, I would cut out day 6 and day 7. You could save the Golden Ring for a separate trip entirely as there’s lots to see!

What are your thoughts on this one week Moscow itinerary? Are you excited about your first time in the city? Let me know in the comments below!

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24 comments.

Ann Snook-Moreau

Moscow looks so beautiful and historic! Thanks for including public transit information for those of us who don’t like to rent cars.

MindTheTravel

Yup, that is me 🙂 Rarely rent + stick to the metro = Full wallet!

Mariella Blago

Looks like you had loads of fun! Well done. Also great value post for travel lovers.

Thanks, Mariella!

I have always wanted to go to Russia, especially Moscow. These sights look absolutely beautiful to see and there is so much history there!

Agree! Moscow is a thousand-year-old city and there is definitely something for everyone.

Tara Pittman

Those are amazing buildings. Looks like a place that would be amazing to visit.

Adriana Lopez

Never been to Moscow or Russia but my family has. Many great spots and a lot of culture. Your itinerary sounds fantastic and covers a lot despite it is only a short period of time.

What was their favourite thing about Russia?

Gladys Parker

I know very little about Moscow or Russia for the\at matter. I do know I would have to see the Red Square and all of its exquisite architectural masterpieces. Also the CATHEDRAL OF CHRIST THE SAVIOUR. Thanks for shedding some light on visiting Moscow.

Thanks for swinging by! The Red Square is a great starting point, but there way too many places and things to discover aside from it!

Ruthy @ Percolate Kitchen

You are making me so jealous!! I’ve always wanted to see Russia.

Moscow is in my bucket list, I don’t know when I can visit there, your post is really useful. As a culture rich place we need to spend at least week.

DANA GUTKOWSKI

Looks like you had a great trip! Thanks for all the great info! I’ve never been in to Russia, but this post makes me wanna go now!

Wow this is amazing! Moscow is on my bucket list – such an amazing place to visit I can imagine! I can’t wait to go there one day!

The building on the second picture looks familiar. I keep seeing that on TV.

Reesa Lewandowski

What beautiful moments! I always wish I had the personality to travel more like this!

Perfect itinerary for spending a week in Moscow! So many places to visit and it looks like you had a wonderful time. I would love to climb that tower. The views I am sure must have been amazing!

I was lucky enough to see the skyline of Moscow from this TV Tower and it is definitely mind-blowing.

Chelsea Pearl

Moscow is definitely up there on my travel bucket list. So much history and iconic architecture!

Thumbs up! 🙂

Blair Villanueva

OMG I dream to visit Moscow someday! Hope the visa processing would be okay (and become more affordable) so I could pursue my dream trip!

Yup, visa processing is the major downside! Agree! Time and the money consuming process…

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