Designed by Peter Wormwood and first launched in 1982, this distinctive catamaran represents an innovative approach to multihull sailing that prioritized speed and agility over creature comforts. Force Engineering's construction utilizing glass, Kevlar, and Nomex core creates a remarkably lightweight platform at just 2,100 pounds displacement, resulting in exceptional performance characteristics that made the design popular among racing enthusiasts. The twin daggerboard configuration allows for shallow water exploration while maintaining excellent windward ability, and the fractional sloop rig with rotating mast maximizes sail efficiency across varying wind conditions. With an impressive sail area to displacement ratio of 39.12, this catamaran delivers exhilarating sailing performance that can easily outpace most monohulls of similar length. The wide 17.83-foot beam provides stability and reduces heeling, making for comfortable sailing even in challenging conditions. While not designed as a long-distance cruiser, the Stiletto 30 excels at coastal sailing, day sailing, and club racing where its speed and responsiveness shine. The shallow four-foot draft opens up gunkholes and beaches inaccessible to deeper-draft vessels, making it ideal for exploring protected waters and enjoying beach camping adventures.

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