RS RS21

The RS21 One Design is a modern keelboat designed with corinthian racing at its heart – keelboat racing the RS way. Finished and completed so you can enjoy close one design sailing without the complex choices. The powerful rig and distinct chines are balanced by well-mannered boat handling and an ergonomic deck layout to ensure everyone sailing has a key role to play and yet ease of use. For those passionate about our planet, the RS21 was developed with sustainability at the core of its design not only in terms of materials but also the carbon footprint of the supply chain, a reduction in single use plastics and efficient logistics. The RS21 International Class is going from strength to strength, with fleets growing over three continents and a national and international racing calendar that is escalating each year. Corinthian sailing, epicly close racing and a class built around removing the arms race, the RS21 is the future of keelboat racing and everything you’d expect from an RS racing class.

This particular boat has been completely tweaked and set up for racing with bundles of extra equipment. In addition to the standard RS equipment that the boat arrived with, such as a top cover, road trailer and a full suit of North Sails, the boat has:
Custom adjustable backstay system that is significantly lighter and more effective
Custom-made mast bag from Sanders Sails to protect the rig when travelling.
Brand new Vakaros race instrument with a custom-made 3D printed mast bracket.
Full race rope set up from Ocean Ropes in Hamble.
Third-hand rig adjustment set-up.

Specifications

Vessel type:RS21Designer:Jo RichardsBuilder:RSMake:RSModel:21Constructed:2022Sail number:290HIN:GB-LDC21178D222No. of engines:1Engine model:EpropulsionFuel type:ElectricDrive type:OtherLength over all:21'Hull material:Glass FibreHull type:PlaningHull colour:WhiteKeel type:Retractable KeelDisplacement:650 kgDry Weight:650 kg

Equipment

Full suit of North Sails - one main, one jib, one spinnaker
Brand new Vakaros instrument
Custom mast bag from Sanders Sails
Top cover from RS
Road trailer
Keel crane
Kite bag
Full set of custom race ropes from Ocean Ropes + spares from RS
Third Hand rig adjustment system
Custom backstay system
Rudder bag

Engine

E-Propulsion motor system integrated into hull & deck design
Sits almost invisibly behind the keel / under the mainsheet system
Prop leg can be raised while sailing – the bottom fairing plate closes the hull recess
Central speed control unit & removable/rechargeable battery pack