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International Access 2.3

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International Access 2.3
Boat
CrewSingle
Draft0.9 m (2 ft 11 in)
Hull
Hull weight52 kg (115 lb)
LOA2.3 m (7 ft 7 in)
Beam1.25 m (4 ft 1 in)
Rig
Mast length4.2 m (14 ft)
Sails
Mainsail area3.8 m2 (41 sq ft)

The Access 2.3 is a single-crew cat rigged sailing keelboat, which is recognised by the International Sailing Federation as an international class.[1] It is typically regarded as being a beginner's dinghy.[2]

Background

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Performance and design

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The Access 2.3 differs from the majority of dinghies in that is controlled by a joystick, rather than a tiller, and the single crew is seated facing forwards. The crew does not switch sides during a tack and the boom is rigged high so as to avoid the helm's head during a tack.[2]

The boat is generally regarded as being a good beginner's boat for someone new to sailing, due to its stability and the ease with which it can be sailed.[2][3]

Because the boat can be equipped with servo assist electric controls it is possible for those with physical disabilities to sail it by themselves.[3]

Access 2.3 wide

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There is also a wide version of the Access 2.3 which can accommodate for two average sized adults, although it is still capable of being sailed by a single crew.[4]

Events

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World Championships

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Event Gold Silver Bronze

2007, Whitby
 Duncan MacGregor (AUS)
 Clare Andrew (GBR)  Debbie Boys (AUS)

2010, Rutland
 Angus MacGregor (AUS)
 Monique Foster (GBR)  Bruno Pereira (POR)

2012, Sydney
 Angus MacGregor (AUS)
 Duncan MacGregor (AUS)  Gerard Meli (AUS)

2016, Medemblik
 Al Mustakim Matrin (MAS)
 Fernando Pinto (POR)  Luisa Graca (POR)

2018, Hiroshima
 Chris Ruston (AUS)  Lindsay Burns (GBR)  Neil Rowsthorn (AUS)

2023, Portimao
 Andrzej Bury (POL)  Yui Fujimoto (JPN)  Antonio Nobrega (POR)

References

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  1. ^ "International Access 2.3". accessclass.org. Retrieved 26 January 2010.
  2. ^ a b c "Access 2.3 Single". www.sailingforall.com. Retrieved 26 January 2010.
  3. ^ a b "International Access 2.3 Single Seater". www.accesssailing.com. Archived from the original on 16 January 2013. Retrieved 26 January 2010.
  4. ^ "International 2.3 Wide Seater". www.accessdinghy.org. Retrieved 26 January 2010.
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See also

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