The Access 2.3 is a single-crew cat rigged sailing keelboat, which is recognised by the International Sailing Federation as an international class.[1] It is typically regarded as being a beginner's dinghy.[2]
| Boat | |
|---|---|
| Crew | Single |
| Draft | 0.9 m (2 ft 11 in) |
| Hull | |
| Hull weight | 52 kg (115 lb) |
| LOA | 2.3 m (7 ft 7 in) |
| Beam | 1.25 m (4 ft 1 in) |
| Rig | |
| Mast length | 4.2 m (14 ft) |
| Sails | |
| Mainsail area | 3.8 m2 (41 sq ft) |
Background
editPerformance and design
editThe Access 2.3 differs from the majority of dinghies in that is controlled by a joystick, rather than a tiller, and the single crew is seated facing forwards. The crew does not switch sides during a tack and the boom is rigged high so as to avoid the helm's head during a tack.[2]
The boat is generally regarded as being a good beginner's boat for someone new to sailing, due to its stability and the ease with which it can be sailed.[2][3]
Because the boat can be equipped with servo assist electric controls it is possible for those with physical disabilities to sail it by themselves.[3]
Access 2.3 wide
editThere is also a wide version of the Access 2.3 which can accommodate for two average sized adults, although it is still capable of being sailed by a single crew.[4]
Events
editWorld Championships
edit| Event | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|
 2007, Whitby |
 Duncan MacGregor (AUS) |
 Clare Andrew (GBR)
|
Debbie Boys (AUS)
|
.svg){kind=small} 2010, Rutland |
Angus MacGregor (AUS) |
Monique Foster (GBR)
|
 Bruno Pereira (POR)
|
 2012, Sydney |
Angus MacGregor (AUS) |
Duncan MacGregor (AUS)
|
Gerard Meli (AUS)
|
 2016, Medemblik |
 Al Mustakim Matrin (MAS) |
Fernando Pinto (POR)
|
Luisa Graca (POR)
|
 2018, Hiroshima |
Chris Ruston (AUS)
|
Lindsay Burns (GBR)
|
Neil Rowsthorn (AUS)
|
 2023, Portimao |
 Andrzej Bury (POL)
|
 Yui Fujimoto (JPN)
|
Antonio Nobrega (POR)
|
References
edit- ^ "International Access 2.3". accessclass.org. Retrieved 26 January 2010.
- ^ a b c "Access 2.3 Single". www.sailingforall.com. Retrieved 26 January 2010.
- ^ a b "International Access 2.3 Single Seater". www.accesssailing.com. Archived from the original on 16 January 2013. Retrieved 26 January 2010.
- ^ "International 2.3 Wide Seater". www.accessdinghy.org. Retrieved 26 January 2010.