Lido 14

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Lido 14
D-PN
99.6

The Lido 14 is an American

William D. Schock and first built in 1958.[1][2]

The design was derived from the Lehman 14.[2]

Production

The design is built by W. D. Schock Corp in the United States. When it was introduced it became a quick commercial success, with 1,000 boats completed in the first three years and almost 3,000 by 1970. The success of the design was instrumental in the company expanding to become a major builder of sailboats. A total of 6,100 boats have been completed and it remains in production.[1][2][3][4]

Design

The Lido 14 is a recreational

centerboard that is raised with stainless steel straps. Both the rudder and centerboard are made from foam-cored fiberglass. It displaces 310 lb (141 kg) and has positive flotation under the seats and in the bow compartment.[1][2]

In 1995 the boat was redesigned with a new two-piece mold to simplify construction, plus many other changes.[1]

The boat has a draft of 4.25 ft (1.30 m) with the centerboard extended and 5 in (13 cm) with it retracted, allowing beaching or ground transportation on a trailer.[1]

For sailing the design is equipped with a 2:1

hiking straps.[2]

The design is used as a

one-design racer and has a Portsmouth Yardstick racing average handicap of 99.6. It has a large cockpit that can accommodate six adults, but it is raced with a crew of two sailors.[2]

Operational history

In a 1994 review Richard Sherwood described the boat as a "child's boat, racer and sailer. The Lido 14 evolved from the earlier Lehman 14 via a rather complete redesign including sheer, seats, foredeck, and sail plan. The cockpit length allows for six adults on full-length seats. The seats, with a bow compartment, provide flotation. Only limited modifications are allowed for racing, as the intention is to keep Lido a simple, limited boat."[2]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c d e McArthur, Bruce (2020). "Lido 14 sailboat". sailboatdata.com. Archived from the original on 18 July 2020. Retrieved 18 July 2020.
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  3. ^ McArthur, Bruce (2020). "Schock W.D." sailboatdata.com. Archived from the original on 18 July 2020. Retrieved 18 July 2020.
  4. ^ W. D. Schock Corp (2020). "Lido 14". wdschockcorp.com. Archived from the original on 18 July 2020. Retrieved 18 July 2020.

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