H28

        

The  H28 was designed by L. Francis Herreshoff in 1942. Not one of the fast modern designs but a very sea worthy and durable vessel.  H28s have not only been built in the USA butin a number of places around the world including Japan, Hong Kong, Spain, New Zealand and of course Australia.  

His design philosophy kept in mind:

Most of the owners of H28's will have to report to the office without fail on a Monday morning, so had best have a motor.

• Maximum room for the cost without sacrificing looks and speed.
• A shape that should stay entirely tight even if exposed to considerable strain or twisting.
• A draft that is deep enough to allow good windward performance in heavy weather but shallow enough to avoid the need to row miles to shore when anchored in a picturesque bay.

H28' stake part in fleet racing every Saturday afternoon from October to April with anything up to 18 boats on the water. Many of the fleet also take part in the Wednesday afternoon racing during the year.  The H28's also take part in other events on the river including the Wooden Boat Regatta.

For further information on the H28 Fleet at South of Perth Yacht Club, contact Colin Youngs on 0412134122 or e-mail colinyoungs@westnet.com.au

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