Dick Carter: Yacht Designer

Dick Carter

Edition:	2021
Format:	Hardback
Size:	254 x 212 mm

£40⁰⁰

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The Yacht Designs of Dick Carter

The story of a sailing legend and his innovative designs

Dick Carter: Yacht Designer is a captivating memoir that chronicles the remarkable career of one of the most innovative yacht designers of the 20th century.

From Amateur to Icon

This beautifully produced book tells the story of Dick Carter, who defied expectations by winning the 1964 Fastnet Race with the first yacht he ever designed. His radical innovations and keen understanding of sailing led to a series of groundbreaking designs that dominated the golden age of offshore racing.

A Legacy of Innovation

Dick Carter: Yacht Designer explores:

Carter's early successes and his rise to prominence in the yachting world.
His design philosophy and the innovations that set his yachts apart.
The iconic yachts he created, including those that won prestigious races like the Admiral's Cup and One Ton Cup.
His daring design for the 128-foot Vendredi Treize, raced single-handed in the 1972 OSTAR.
His lasting impact on yacht design, including the introduction of internal halyards and keel-attached rudders.

A Visual and Engaging Read

Filled with stunning photographs and detailed boat plans, Dick Carter: Yacht Designer offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of high-performance yacht design. It's a must-read for sailing enthusiasts, yacht designers, and anyone interested in the history of innovation in the sport.

Praise for Dick Carter: Yacht Designer

"Both interesting and entertaining… handsome, beautifully illustrated hardback." — Flying Fish

"An excellent book." — Seahorse

"An exceptionally attractive sailing book… an educative and admirable book." — Yachting Monthly

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