Surprise 15
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| Development | |
|---|---|
| Designer | centerboard |
| Rudder(s) | transom-mounted rudder |
| Rig | |
| Rig type | Bermuda rig |
| Sails | |
| Sailplan | fractional rigged sloop |
| Spinnaker area | 150 sq ft (14 m2) |
| Total sail area | 110 sq ft (10 m2) |
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The Surprise 15 is an American
The Surprise 15 is a development of the Skipjack 15.[1][3][4]
Production
The design was built by
Newport Boats in Newport, California, United States, starting in 1969, but it is now out of production.[1][3][5]
Design
The Surprise 15 is a recreational
The boat has a draft of 3.83 ft (1.17 m) with the centerboard extended and 4 in (10 cm) with it retracted, allowing beaching or ground transportation on a trailer.[1][3]
For downwind sailing the design may be equipped with a spinnaker of 150 sq ft (14 m2).[1][3]
The design has a hull speed of 5.02 kn (9.30 km/h).[3]
See also
References
- ^ a b c d e f McArthur, Bruce (2020). "Surprise 15". sailboatdata.com. Archived from the original on 6 August 2020. Retrieved 21 April 2021.
- ^ McArthur, Bruce (2020). "Harry R. Sindle 1930 - 2020". sailboatdata.com. Archived from the original on 6 August 2020. Retrieved 21 April 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f g Sea Time Tech, LLC (2022). "Surprise 15". sailboat.guide. Archived from the original on 17 April 2022. Retrieved 17 April 2022.
- ^ McArthur, Bruce (2020). "Skipjack 15 sailboat". sailboatdata.com. Archived from the original on 5 August 2020. Retrieved 21 April 2021.
- ^ McArthur, Bruce (2020). "Lockley Newport Boats (USA) 1964 - 1988". sailboatdata.com. Archived from the original on 6 August 2020. Retrieved 21 April 2021.