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Sail kits for Intex Mariners & Seahawks, Sea Eagle SE9, Sevylor, Bestway Marine Pro, Saturns, Zodiacs Etc.

Attaches to standard fittings on your boat with no tools required. It sails crosswind, downwind and tacks into the wind.   Click on links below for:

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 Two sail sizes.  Click "options" link above.  15 different sail patterns and colors .

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Owner Jim Luckett is passionate about extremely portable inflatable sailboat sailing.  If you need assistance shopping, sailing advice, or have a boat not listed on our site, call or email him! ([email protected]; 1-978-263-7598).   Instructional sailing video.

Explore this website for many pages of photos, videos and written information about inflatable sailboats , rowing, and motoring.  This page has our dinghy product catalog at the very bottom of the page, there’s lots to explore. Enjoy!

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Hi, I'm DinghyGo®, The 3-in-1 Inflatable Sailboat!

With me, you’ll enjoy the maximum amount of sailing fun and the ultimate feeling of freedom. I am flexible, can be taken with you to any place and do whatever you want to do: sailing, rowing or using an outboard engine. I only require some air, water and care. I fold into a compact and portable package, allowing you to bring me along with ease in your car, caravan, camper or yacht. In just a few minutes I will be ready for use.

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Portable & easy to assemble, excellent sailing characteristics, flexible & easy to transport, no mooring & storage problems, affordable sailing experience.

The world's favorite portable sail boat

17 years sailing worldwide

Are you one of these people with persisting dream of learning how to sail which has never materialized for one or the other reason? Is sailing a boat something you have always wanted to do but there was never enough time, enough money or the right boat?

Well stop dreaming now – the solution is right in the front of you! It is an inflatable catamaran called MiniCat

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• 4 sizes & 8 models available for 1 - 4 people to sail
• All models fit in 1-3 bags, weight from 27 - 60 kg
• Assembled single-handedly in 10 - 40 mins – no extra tools required
• Remove mast, add outboard & create an instant tender
• 24-month full product warranty
• Spare parts & great selection of accessories available

SECOND GENERATION MINICAT GUPPY IS COMING OUT

The bestselling introductory model MiniCat GUPPY has its brand-new version and you are going to love it!!!

TKeeping it simple but not compromising its sailing characteristics the new GUPPY comes with flexible composite mast simply fixed in the frame with no anchoring lines!! This makes the boat much safer and strong winds as the mast flexes and prevents you from capsizing. Perfect for sailors looking for an instant sailing fix, from car to water in 15 mins.

Inflatable catamaran that fits in your car

MiniCat is a sailing inflatable catamaran you can take on the plane with you when going on a sailing holidays, is easy to fit in any campervan, motorhome or RVs and is a great addition to your super yacht without the usual storage problems.

MINICAT FITS EASILY IN A CAR

All models fit comfortably in any personal car. It has never been easier to take your boat on holidays without worrying about pulling a trailer behind!

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ON THE PLANE WITH MINICAT

Flying somewhere nice on holidays and want to have your boat with you? No problem, just take it on the plane and check it in as a sport equipment.

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GREAT TOY FOR YOUR YACHT

Want some sailing fun when your motor cruiser or yacht is anchored in the bay? Keep your MiniCat stowed below decks and use it as a toy or a tender!

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PERFECT FOR CAMPERS

Going on holidays with your camper and want to do some more than cycling? Take your MiniCat with you, assemble it & sail whenever you wish.

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Laura Dekker - our brand ambassador

From 2010 we have Laura Dekker – the world famous Dutch/New Zealand sailor who at 16 became the youngest person to circumnavigate the world as our product ambassador. Laura loves MiniCat and she even helped creating her own boat – 420 Laura Dekker Ltd. Edition.

"Not long ago I sailed an inflatable catamaran MiniCat with my sister. It sailed really well and it was very fast. I learned that it is easy to assemble and the boat is very well thought out so you do not need much storage space if you are not living near to the sea. It can be carried along in one big bag. Usually advertisements are very much exaggerated but this one really says it like it is. I have seen and sailed numerous inflatable catamarans and this one really stands above them all." LAURA DEKKER

Laura Dekker

"Awesome! … it is awesome! I have so much fun sailing my new 420 Laura Dekker Ltd. Edition! It is everything any sailor can wish for and more."

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MiniCat GUPPY was first introduced in early 2018 and since then we sold over 400 pieces and it proved to be a fantastic boat ...

We have only been offering this sail for one year and already it has proved to be a bestseller ...

There are few 2021 demo boats left from shows, exhibitions and our latest photo shooting in Italy ...

Last year we came up with the brand MiniCat 310 Sport and customers are loving it. The new generation of 310 with brand new design ...

We had to wait for two long years before we could organize our lovely MiniCat Fun Festival and although it was long - it was worth the wait ...

When we decided together with Laura to hold a timed auction to sell her old MiniCat 420 ...

The all-new ‘MiniCat 460 Elite’ is a high-tech edition to the largest category of the MiniCat portable sailboat ...

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From The Original Maker of Inflatable Sailboats

Meet the happycat sail-catamaran, graber happy cat, design and built in austria.

In production since the 1960s, Happy Cat’s innovations are backed by decades of research and insights from recreational and professional sailors alike. The first catamarans were made of wood, but today’s models include parts made of aluminum and rubber, providing a lightweight and optimized sailing experience.

Versatile Uses

Sport, family, or adventure.

Those who like to travel at high speed can easily attain over 16 knots with suitable wind. The big platform also makes the HAPPY CAT a great family boat or for an impressive adventure journeys. The simple control of the cat also makes it possible to teach children how to sail. Even with bigger waves at the sea there is always enough buoyancy reserve available, even if more than one person sails!

Happycat Models

Grabner, the first maker of inflatable catamaran sailboats, uses a unique hull material that makes it lighter and easier to fold than standard PVC hulls with comparable strength and durability.  They extended this same material to their award winning line of inflatable kayaks as well.  Happy Cat inflatable catamarans use the highest quality materials throughout and a employ great design that makes the boats extremely fun and capable while still keeping them light, portable and easy to assemble.  They also ​feature the most extensive range of options and accessories available of all portable inflatable sailboat manufacturers.

Happycat Neo

Sensational single-handed racer.

Unbelievably small in the pack-bag yet with so much sailing pleasure to offer: The handy sailing boat for solo sailors is a fast and agile fun catamaran that is ready to use in no time: From your camper van onto the water in just 20 to 30 minutes! The NEO is very light and makes it all the easier: The inflatable catamaran can be easily stowed away; it is spectacular – and light – to sail on one hull and easy to set back upright if it capsizes. Ideal for easy sailing, beginners, young people and up to two people on inland waters: Perfect for all those who appreciate lightness.

Happycat Evolution

The athletic.

Action please! The EVOLUTION flies at top speeds on just one hull over inland lakes or coastal waters and offers good positioning and stability even in stronger swells and at winds up to force 5 on the Beaufort scale. It is ideal for two sporty sailors but it also packs plenty of fun and space for families with children and luggage. This medium-sized member of the Grabner HAPPY CAT family combines excellent sailing characteristics with speed and fun. This inflatable cat can be stowed away in just 3 bags and is particularly popular with motorhome enthusiasts.

Happycat Hurricane

Sleek high performance.

It is the fastest, best and most versatile of the Grabner inflatable sports catamarans – and also the largest one! With even larger hulls for more buoyancy and less resistance. With even more place for luggage and equipment. With additional hull struts for stability in strong waves. With speeds of over 16 knots and exceptional sailing characteristics. As good as a hard shell catamaran but can be packed in 3 bags. For regattas, touring and long-distance sailing along the coast and for families with children. Grabner’s top model – with top characteristics!

Happycat Hurricane Carbon

Carbon mast: light as a feather.

The most professional of all HAPPY CATs, is now even more powerful! This version with a high-tech mast made of 100% carbon, weighs 6 kg less and offers attractive advantages: Sensationally light, only 21 kg per bag. Even more stable sailing on one hull through later tipping point. Very easy lifting after capsizing. Even better mainsail profile due to lower bending curve. WARNING: This catamaran makes sails addictive!

A HAPPY CAT guarantees the most sailing fun

Small packing volume, easy to transport, quick to assemble and dismantle, easy to store. Whether on the quarry pond, artificial lake, inland lake or sea – wonderful experiences can be had everywhere and at any time.

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HAPPY CAT INFLATABLE CATAMARANS

Happy cat inflatable catamarans are lightweight, fast, versatile and extremely portable. there are other portable sailboats on the market, but none perform as well as the happy cat line of sailboats. they are faster, boat-for-boat, than any other portable sailboat on the market and the hurricane carbon has seen speeds greater than 20 knots.

Happy Cat inflatable catamarans are dynamic on the water, and can handle anything from high speed races, to all-day family fun. The ultimate open water journey. Happy Cat boats are constructed from the highest quality materials like eco-friendly rubber hulls instead of plastic, and anodized aluminum frames and mast. The innovative materials and attention to detail will ensure your Happy Cat is built to outlast many adventures for many years to come.

Innovative features that make Happy Cat one of the finest inflatable boat companies in the world.

Designed with performance in mind, the Happy Cat’s inverted bows pierce through waves with little resistance while also allowing for maximum waterline length. The rotating mast allows you to amp up the power like any good high-performance beach cat. The innovative performance sailing designs ensure that when you’re at the helm of a Happy Cat, you’re in for a one-of-a-kind sailing experience.

Fully Battened Square-Top Mainsail: Plenty of power for these lightweight catamaran boats.

Tilt-Up Mast: Happy Cat Sailboats have a tilt up mast for easier stepping of the mast. No need to pick up a heavy mast in order to get it vertical.

Inverted Bows: Tapered and inverted bows keep buoyancy low to prevent pitchpoling as well as maximize waterline length for maximum potential speed in both light and heavy winds.

Traveler Equipped: A traveler provides improved sail shape control. Travellers open and close the top of the mainsail for improved upwind and downwind performance.

Bolt Rope Trampoline: The trampoline has boltrope installed on three sides for quick and easy installation and tensioning quick-release clips along the front edge; no lacing required!

Kick-Up Centerboard: Anodized aluminum centerboard provides superior upwind performance. Also equipped with automatic kick-up feature for peace of mind when sailing in shallow waters.

The entire catamaran can be packed in only 3 bags for transport and storage. Two long bags (70 in x 11.8 in x 11.8 in) and a packing bag (31.4 in x 15.75 in x 9.8 in). The small portable footprint is perfect for many cars, SUVs, hatch backs and RVs, and can be stored in a closet, garage or shed.

Find the right Happy Cat inflatable catamaran for your next adventure.

The Happy Cat inflatable sailboats are well suited for multiple uses, such as family day sailing, solo sailing and racing. Each one of these boats can do it all, but some are better suited for different activities. Learn more below to find out which boat suits your needs best.

For those who like to sail solo.

Simple controls and forgiving stability

Race in open or handicapped classes

Solo Sailing Adventures

Sailing solo on a beach cat can be tricky, as you typically need enough weight to counter the winds. The Neo is the perfect portable replacement for a high performance sailing dinghy with similar handling characteristics. This is our go-to recommendation for any sailor looking for high octane solo sailing without being overpowered.

HAPPY CAT BOATS IN THIS CATEGORY

Neo shop this model, family-fun catamarans.

These Happy Cats are well suited for family fun on the water and are perfect for teaching young sailors. Equip an outboard and a sun awning for an afternoon on the water as a skiff or hoist the sails and get the kids inspired by a sport that they can enjoy for their whole lives.

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Hurricane shop this model, high-speed racing cats.

Get the adrenaline rush you crave. The Happy Cat sailboats are the fastest portable boats on the market. This tends to get people excited about racing, and rightly so, these cats are well suited for racing! You can race these boats up against Hobies, Prindles, Nacras, Wetas and many other small crafts without feeling outclassed. Happy Cat fleets are coming to your local waterway!

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SAILING INNOVATION SINCE THE 1960s

Since the 1960s.

With the purchase of the Semperit inflatable boat production in 1986, the Grabner company also took over the production of the first demountable catamaran – the Semperit Kat. This catamaran has been in production since the 1960s.

In 1986, Grabner purchased Semperit, which included taking over the production of the first demountable catamaran, the Semperit Kat, a boat that was eventually renamed to the one we know and love today, the Happy Cat.

The Happy Cat Story

In production since the 1960s, Happy Cat’s innovations are backed by decades of research and insights from recreational and professional sailors alike. The first catamarans were made of wood, but today’s models include parts made of aluminum and rubber, providing a lightweight and optimized sailing experience.

The most recent upgrade of the Happy Cat Evolution and Hurricane to a high-tech carbon mast shows that the innovative DNA of the Grabner brand will continue to push what’s possible in the inflatable catamaran space.

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The Finest Handmade Inflatable Boats

Happy Cat boats are made from high quality, eco-friendly materials, and are handmade in the Grabner factory in Austria. The catamaran boats and hulls are made of a special EPDM/natural rubber boat skin that is easy to repair, The inner coating of natural rubber offers maximum airtightness so the air stays in the hose longer and you can do more sailing, and less pumping. Also see our hand pump .  

It’s one thing for a boat of Happy Cat’s caliber to fit in two to three bags, it’s another to only need 30-40 minutes to set up and hit the water. Once you’re on the water, the right conditions can produce speeds of over 20 knots. A piece of paradise that only a sailor knows. Clear skies and a strong wind await.

Happy Cat Warranty

Grabner provides a 24-month total warranty on all boats and a 7-year warranty on the boat-skin. For full details on what is covered in the warranty, reference the Happy Cat Owner’s Manual here.

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Photos show US Navy SEAL operations aboard hidden shelters on submarines

Dry deck shelters have transformed missions aboard US military submarines.

A DDS is a large chamber that launches SEALs from underwater for missions.

Photos show the underwater special operations facilitated by the dry deck shelters.

Dry deck shelters aboard US military submarines play a vital role in naval operations, turning these lurking ship-hunters into motherships for Navy SEAL raids.

Photos show the special operations that are facilitated by a dry deck shelter, such as covertly launching Navy SEALs in submersible vehicles more efficiently.

What is a dry deck shelter?

A dry deck shelter, or DDS for short, is a long cylindrical lockout module near the sail on the deck of US Navy submarines.

Before the DDS, a small air-tight compartment named a lockout trunk could hold only one diving pair and a trunk operator at a time. The process of pressurizing the chamber for just two divers took as long as 10 minutes, which severely hindered efficiency if an entire squadron needed to be deployed and left the sub vulnerable to attack.

In the 1960s, the USS Grayback, a formerly decommissioned diesel-electric submarine, was brought back into action to remedy the inefficiency.

After the Grayback was decommissioned in 1964, the sub was repurposed four years later, converting its empty hangar bays into dry and wet compartments to store equipment and launch divers and SEAL delivery vehicles, respectively.

The Grayback's converted missile bays streamlined special operations, facilitating the deployment of platoons quickly and covertly. The design was later adapted into what would become DDSs.

Ample room for equipment and personnel

A DDS is about 9 feet high and wide and 38 feet long and can displace about 30 tons on top of the submarine's displacement.

It's large enough to house a whole crew of Navy SEALs , divers, an inflatable boat named a Combat Rubber Raiding Craft, or even a submersible vehicle known as a SEAL delivery vehicle .

A SEAL delivery vehicle in action

A SEAL delivery vehicle, or SDV, provides the underwater propulsion to carry a small team and their weapons and gear for long distances to reduce the chances of being spotted if they were in a small boat.

An SDV is a small, free-flooding submersible that can carry up to six SEALs for transport. The combat-equipped SEALs breathe through compressed air via an underwater breathing apparatus or through an internal life-support system aboard the SDV.

An excerpt from a 1952 then-classified report on "underwater swimmers" highlighted the importance SDVs played in special operations aboard submarines, noting that "whenever it is necessary to operate near an enemy-held shore in as complete secrecy as possible, the approach to the objective must be made underwater."

"The first part of the approach can be made in a fleet-type submarine, but these 1500-ton vessels cannot operate submerged in water shallower than 60 feet, and depths less than 150 feet are considered hazardous," the report said. "The final submerged approach must be made by swimming or in a small submersible."

Three-chamber design

The DDS comprises of three compartments: a hyperbaric operations bay, a transfer trunk, and a lockout chamber.

The forward-most hyperbaric chamber in the DDS is used to treat injured combat divers.

In the middle, the transfer trunk serves as an entry and exit point for equipment and personnel to the other chambers of the DDS and the rest of the sub.

At the rear, the lockout chamber operates similarly to the Grayback's converted hangar, used to quickly stage and deploy divers, SDVs, and Combat Rubber Raiding Crafts.

A look inside a flooded DDS

All three chambers of the DDS are made of HY-80 military-grade steel with fiberglass-reinforced plastics, allowing each chamber to withstand water pressures of at least 130 feet. The dry deck is flooded for the entry and exit of divers.

Its expected service life is at least 40 years.

Which submarines have a DDS?

Several submarines have been specially fitted with a DDS. In 1982, the USS Cavalla, a Sturgeon-class attack submarine, was the first submarine to receive a DDS. Other vessels in its class had a DDS, including the USS Silversides, William H. Bates, Tunny, and L. Mendel Rivers.

Two ballistic-missile submarines in the Ethan Allen-class — the USS Sam Houston and John Marshall — had a DDS, as well as the USS Kamehameha and James K. Polk of the Benjamin Franklin-class.

The USS Los Angeles (the flagship of Los Angeles-class subs), Philadelphia, Dallas, La Jolla, and Buffalo were capable of carrying the DDS. It's also aboard the USS Jimmy Carter, a Seawolf-class attack submarine, and several hulls in the Virginia-class.

Four ballistic-missile submarines were reclassified as guided-missile subs and modified to fit a DDS: the Ohio-class USS Ohio, Michigan, Georgia, and Florida.

Dual DDS carriers

While having one DDS aboard a submarine has proven to be advantageous, having two is even better.

Before the early 2000s, most DDS-fitted submarines had only one, but four were dual carriers: the USS Sam Houston, John Marshall, James K. Polk, and Kamehameha.

Special operations aboard the USS Kamehameha

Finding the next generation of dual-shelter submarines

The Kamehameha was the last of the dual-carrier subs to be decommissioned in 2002, prompting the Navy to figure out which vessels would fill its place.

Instead of creating a group of new dual-DDS platforms, the Navy turned to an existing fleet: Ohio-class nuclear-powered ballistic-missile submarines , or SSBNs.

Transforming a fleet

In 1994, a nuclear posture review found that the Navy needed only 14 of its 18 SSBNs, allowing it to repurpose the first four Ohio-class SSBNs to guided-missile submarines, or SSGNs, that fire long-range Tomahawk strike missiles.

A new SSGN layout

The Ohio, the flagship of the class, entered the shipyard in November 2003 to convert its capabilities into an SSGN, which includes hosting a DDS.

The Ohio's Trident-missile tubes were turned into lockout chambers and equipment storage, allowing it to hold submersibles, divers, unmanned vehicles, or Tomahawk land-attack missiles.

The Ohio completed its conversion into an SSGN in December 2005, deploying for the first time in October 2007.

The USS Florida was also originally an Ohio-class ballistic submarine before being converted in 2006. The 560-foot submarine is armed with four torpedo tubes and up to 154 Tomahawk land-attack missiles — the most of any US warship.

Most recently, the Florida was among the firepower used by US forces to strike against Houthi military targets in Yemen last month. More than 80 Tomahawks were used as part of the strike against Houthi rebels, though it wasn't immediately clear how many came from the USS Florida.

The strikes came after repeated warnings of retaliation to the Iranian-backed rebels' attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea.

Alongside the Florida and Ohio, the USS Michigan and USS Georgia were also turned into guided-missile boats.

Recycling the reclassified SSGNs

The glory days for the SSGN converts are coming to an end.

In 2021, the Navy released a 30-year plan to build more than 400 new vessels by 2051 and, in the process, retire 304 current vessels, including the Ohio-class SSGNs .

The reclassified submarines are expected to be decommissioned between 2027 and 2040, with a possibility of extension amid potential delays of its successor, Virginia-class Block V nuclear-powered attack subs.

The Navy is looking to modernize its fleet of submarines by incorporating more manned- and unmanned-underwater-vehicle operations .

While larger UUVs can be launched from land and controlled on long-duration missions, some medium-sized UUVs can only deploy and be recovered on a dry deck shelter, meaning the hull attachment could persist in the Navy's fleet for a little longer.

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Small sailboat

Your sailboat fits in your car.

The Tiwal 3 small inflatable sailboat stows in the trunk of your car. It will take you on an ocean of nautical adventures. The weekend promises to be sunny and you’re dreaming of a trip on the water? Are you vacationing by the sea and looking forward to tacking in that windy bay? Your dinghy is in your car, so it’s okay, we’ll get you out on the water!

Easily transportable, your boat fits in 2 bags, with an all-up weight of 110 lbs.

200 kg onboard

Max. load onboard: 2 adults, or 1 adult + 2 kids

20 minutes…

To assemble your Tiwal 3.

Max. load onboard: 2 adults, or 1 adult + 2 kids.

20 minutes …

To assemble your Tiwal 3!

Helm a real small sailboat

The Tiwal 3 is easy to handle and is designed for enjoyment, by children and adults sailors alike. Versatile, it is in its element in salt or fresh water and can be sailed in all windspeeds, by a solo sailor or double handed.

Comfortable and secure for beginners to practice on, it is a lively and fast monohull for more seasoned sailors seeking sensations and adventure.

A compact daysailer, easily transported

In the trunk of a car or camper van, on the plane, the deck of a yacht or towed behind a bike. Stored in its 2 bags, you can take the 10′ 6″ feet dinghy anywhere, without a trailer, for an evening trip after work or during your holidays!

When not in use, it is discreet, can be tidied away in a closet or (small) corner of the garage.

• Structure Mast Sail Daggerboard Rudder Manual pump Electric pump

Intuitive and fast to assemble

Do you love boating but the time it takes to get on the water makes you queasy?

In 20 minutes, the Tiwal 3 small sailboat can be assembled (and folded back down) alone, without tools or specialist knowledge, using clips and hook-and-loop staps. This dinghy offers easy sailing and a great way to just enjoy cruising!

The cherry on the cake: maintenance is simply occasional rinsing.

Basically, a boat with no strings attached!

Download the Tiwal 3 assembly manual

Tiwal 3 in action

Double handed sailing

Speed, Sail and Surf

Tiwal 3 surfing in Hawaii

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A boat that’s 100% fun

The Tiwal 3 sailboat brings new ergonomics to sailing dinghies with its inflatable hull (but rigid when under way), its clear deck, simplified controls and finally a boomless sail. The result? Maximum fun for playing with the wind and water. It even has optional foam protectors on the wings for even more comfort when hiking out. It makes both single and double-handed sailing easy and enjoyable.

Innovative concept and premium manufacturing

Cutting edge materials, a rig reduced to the absolute minimum and a good touch of daring!

The Tiwal 3 small sailboat is a revolution in the world of dinghy sailing and is the result of serious engineering and realization.

The frequently rewarded combination of an inflatable hull with an aluminum structure enables the Tiwal 3 to have exceptional rigidity.

One of the major advantages of this new type of sailboat is its high seaworthiness which enables sailing in open waters, lakes and rivers

With over 2,000 boats sold, the Tiwal 3 dinghy is a tried and tested boat, made in France according to industry standards.

Learn more about how it is made!

Technical specs

Mast : carbon C50 4.90m (16′ 1”) – 5 parts

Framework : anodized aluminium

Hull length: 3.20 (10' 6")

Sail: North Sails Dacron (Dacron, and Monofilm depending on the model)

Blocks : Harken

Norms CE / Sailing category : D

Boat weight (empty) : 50 kg (110 lbs)

Max load on wings: 1 adult / 242 lbs (110 kg)

Draught : 75 cm (2' 5")

2 carrying bags : 4′9″ × 16″ × 14″ / 28 kg each (62 lbs)

Tiwal 3 sails

Sail in all weathers

The 7 m² sail is a powerful mainsail, suitable for one or two adults out in a light to moderate breeze.

The 5,20 m² sail is very versatile. It works well for adults sailing in a good breeze, and for the kids in lighter wind conditions.

Lastly, the reefable 7/5.20 m² sail is an all-weather mainsail, whose area can be adapted to suit the wind strength. If the weather changes, you just need to make a quick stop on the beach to make your optimal sail area.

Units sailing

Press review

Bear Grylls 2014 – Boat International

“We were impressed by the ingenuity of the concept and the quality of the materials used, not to mention the adjustable sail, which adapts to the wind.” Read more…

Ritta Orrell 2018 - Forbes

Craig Ligibel 2018 - SpinSheet

Sarah Ell 2017 - Boating New Zealand

Press reviews

Customer reviews

We pay particular attention to the construction standards of our boats. Each manufacturing stage is carefully checked here in our workshops and at our suppliers. We take great pride in the quality of our boats. That’s why all our parts are guaranteed for 3 years in private use.  More details

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