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Dyer Dhow
Designer: Philip Rhodes / Charles Wittholz/Dyer  ·  Builder: Dyer  ·  First built: 1944
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About the Dyer Dhow

Built by the renowned Dyer Boat Works, this distinctive sailboat draws its name and inspiration from the traditional dhow design, reflecting the builder's commitment to classic maritime aesthetics combined with modern construction techniques. The Dyer Dhow represents the company's interpretation of timeless sailing craft, featuring the characteristic swept lines and elegant profile that made dhows legendary throughout maritime history. This vessel excels in protected waters and gentle coastal sailing, making it an excellent choice for day sailing, sailing instruction, and leisurely exploration of harbors and bays. The design emphasizes stability and ease of handling, characteristics that have made Dyer boats popular among sailing schools and families seeking a reliable, forgiving platform for developing sailing skills. Dyer's reputation for building robust, well-constructed boats extends to the Dhow model, which benefits from the company's decades of experience in small boat construction. The traditional appearance masks modern materials and construction methods that ensure durability and low maintenance. While not intended for aggressive offshore passages or competitive racing, the Dyer Dhow offers a rewarding sailing experience that connects crews with sailing's traditional roots while providing the reliability expected from contemporary American boatbuilding.

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$4,000 – $4,000
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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 9.00 ft / 2.74 m
Beam 4.50 ft / 1.37 m
Max Draft 1.75 ft / 0.53 m
Min Draft 0.50 ft / 0.15 m
Displacement 106.00 lb / 48 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 45.00 ft² / 4.18 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Centerboard Dinghy
Rigging Type Cat (Marconi)
Construction FG
Designer Philip Rhodes / Charles Wittholz/Dyer
Builder Dyer
First Built 1944
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
32.16
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
3.8
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