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Sustainability has a big role to play in the development of the RS21 design - not only in terms of materials, but also in terms of the carbon footprint of the supply chain, the reduction of single-use plastics and efficient logistics. The RS21 fleet has grown rapidly in a short time, with boats now operating on three continents. In addition, the class has an ever-growing calendar of national and international competitions .The RS 21 is the future of the keelboat, which recently gained international recognition and is now also part of the World Sailing Class.
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RS21 - A NEW LEVEL OF KEELBOAT FOR MAXIMUM SAILING PLEASURE
RS Boats' newest member, the RS 21, is a modern keelboat designed with maximum enjoyment and excitement in mind. A powerful stern load and ergonomic boat deck ensure that the boat moves smoothly and that everyone has a role to play. At the same time, handling the boat is not overwhelming, so high-level sailing is not just for superheroes!Sustainability has a big role to play in the development of the RS21 design - not only in terms of materials, but also in terms of the carbon footprint of the supply chain, the reduction of single-use plastics and efficient logistics. The RS21 fleet has grown rapidly in a short time, with boats now operating on three continents. In addition, the class has an ever-growing calendar of national and international competitions .The RS 21 is the future of the keelboat, which recently gained international recognition and is now also part of the World Sailing Class.
Design:
- Balanced and fast
- Strong body and easy to maintain
- Durable boat parts
- Fast boat launching
Boat hull:
- Environmentally friendly construction - recycled materials used
- Maximum waterline length
Wedge:
- Retrievable from
- Removable inner wedge flange
Boat dock:
- Large open cockpit for up to 6 people
- Large open deck for large open deck for up to 6 people
- Minimal obstructions in the boat
- Quick water drainage from cockpit
- The mainsail can be trimmed by the captain and the rest of the crew
- No heeling rule helps to enjoy sailing, develops team communication and broadens strategic input
SPECIFICATIONS
◉ Standard
◯ Optional
RS21 | ||
Designer | Richards / Whitehouse / RS Sailing | |
Boat hull length | 6.67m (20'11") | ◉ |
Length of waterline | 6.29m (20'63") | ◉ |
Boom | 2.20m (7'3") | ◉ |
Draft | 1.38m (4'6") | ◉ |
Water displacement pressure | 650kg (1433lbs) | ◉ |
Boat hull construction | Environmentally friendlycomposite | ◉ |
Wedge | Lift-up - electric | ◉ |
Ruddle blade | Removable - composite | ◉ |
Grootpuri – Club | 16.2m² (175ft²) | ◉ |
Grootpuri – Race | 16.2m² (175ft²) | ◯ |
Fokapuri – Club | 8.4m² (90.4ft²) | ◉ |
Fokapuri – Race | 8.4m² (90.4ft²) | ◯ |
Gennaker – Club | 35m² (377ft²) | ◯ |
Gennaker – Race | 40m² (430.5ft²) | ◉ |
Spinnaker – Club | 30m² (322.9ft²) | ◯ |
Mast | Carbon composite | ◉ |
Vandals & foreshore | Stainless steel | ◉ |
Purjefallid-Groot, foka, gennaker | Duneem / polyester | ◉ |
Boom | Aluminium alloy | ◉ |
Pukspriit | Synthetics composite | ◉ |