A lightweight and nimble dinghy, the Reverso Air is designed with accessibility and fun at its core, making it an appealing choice for sailors seeking an uncomplicated and enjoyable on-the-water experience. Geared toward recreational day sailing and inshore use, this boat suits beginners and intermediate sailors looking to build confidence and skill in a forgiving, easy-to-handle platform.
The Reverso Air's design emphasizes simplicity, with a straightforward rig and manageable sail plan that allow solo or small crew sailing without the complexity of high-performance racing dinghies. Its lightweight construction contributes to responsive handling, giving sailors a genuine feel for wind and water without demanding advanced technique. These characteristics make it particularly well-suited to sailing schools, club fleets, and family use, where ease of rigging and stability are valued alongside genuine sailing performance.
While detailed specifications remain limited, the Reverso Air has earned a reputation as a practical and approachable entry-level vessel that doesn't sacrifice the joy of sailing for the sake of simplicity. For those researching their first boat or a versatile club dinghy, it represents a solid and sensible starting point.
Displacement/Length
Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
71.68
Comfort Ratio
Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
2.63
Hull Speed
Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions.
4.13 kn
Pounds/Inch Immersion
Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline.
0.97 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height)
0.33 ft / 0.10 m
P (Mainsail Luff)
75.35 ft² / 7.00 m²
E (Mainsail Foot)
16.40 ft / 5.00 m
How It Compares
vs. Fusion, Hobie Bravo, Mirror Dinghy Int, Rs Neo, Topper
