Class C Canoe
Description
The Class C Canoe Sailboat, also known as the 5 Meter class in some contexts, is a traditional sailing canoe recognized by the American Canoe Association (ACA) and used in competitive and recreational sailing. It is part of a broader tradition of canoe sailing that began in the 19th century and has evolved into distinct racing classes, including the Cruising Class (4 Meter), Class C (5 Meter), International Decked Sailing Canoe, and ACA Class (). The Class C canoe is designed for performance sailing, often with a focus on racing, but is also suitable for cruising in protected waters. ACA Class C requires a 44 sq ft high-aspect sleeved lateen sail for racing, designed for cruising, learning, and heavy air sailing (). Other Class C rigs, like the Mad River Canoe rig, may use a 55 sq ft lateen sail
The standard boat dimensions
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Blueprints
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
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| Luff | 12 ft - (3658 mm) |
| Foot | 7 ft - (2134 mm) |
| Leech | * 13.53 ft - (4124 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 13.68 ft - (4170 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 3.5 in - (89 mm) |
| Area | 41.93 ft² |
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