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Fastback 30

Catamaran Single Dbrd. · Masthead Sloop

A John Gross-designed masthead sloop catamaran with a high sail area-to-displacement ratio for spirited performance

Designed by John Gross.

LOA
Beam
Displacement
Hull type
Catamaran Single Dbrd.

The record

Full specifications

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Dimensions
Weights
Rig & sail area
Rig
Masthead Sloop
Ratios
SA / displacement
29.2
Hull
Hull type
Catamaran Single Dbrd.
Construction
Fiberglass
Production
Designer
John Gross
Builder
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