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RS Quest

Fractional Sloop · Centerboard (Trunk) · First built 2015

A 140kg fractional sloop with a centerboard trunk designed for stable, versatile training and family sailing

Designed by Jo Richards.

LOA
Beam
Displacement
Hull type
Centerboard (Trunk)

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The RS QUEST is a 4.3-meter fractional sloop designed by Jo Richards and built by RS Sailing since 2015. This centerboard dinghy displaces 140 kg and features a main sail of 8.4 m², a jib of 2.7 m², and options for an 11 m² asymmetric or a 10 m² symmetric spinnaker. It is rated for a maximum crew weight of 365 kg. Sea Cadet units, such as the Isle of Dogs Sea Cadet unit, race the RS QUEST in national regattas, competing on lakes like the Southport Marine Lake.watch Aboard City Sailing, the RS QUEST team finished fourth in a final race during their first regatta, demonstrating its use in competitive youth sailing.1:50

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Dimensions
Weights
Rig & sail area
Rig
Fractional Sloop
Ratios
Capsize screening
3.55
Hull
Hull type
Centerboard (Trunk)
Production
Years built
First built 2015
Designer
Jo Richards
Builder
RS Sailing

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