Y Flyer

The Y Flyer is a one-design racing sailboat. It is a planing dinghy, meaning it is designed to rise up and skim along the surface of the water at higher speeds. The Y Flyer is typically sailed by two people, although it can be sailed single-handed.

Designed by Alvin Youngquist in the late 1930s, the Y Flyer was originally constructed of plywood. Modern Y Flyers are typically made of fiberglass. The boat is known for its performance in a variety of wind conditions and its active racing fleet. It's a relatively simple boat to sail, making it accessible to sailors of different skill levels.

Key characteristics of the Y Flyer include its relatively flat bottom, hard chines (the angle where the hull sides meet the bottom), and a single mainsail and jib. The Y Flyer is governed by a strict set of class rules that ensure fair competition and maintain the boat's one-design status.