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This organization (HCIA) brings together sailors who own Highlanders, from sailing clubs around the country.  The organization runs a full traveling regatta schedule and organizes a yearly National Championship racing series to determine the best sailor in the class.  This race is open to all beginning and advanced Highlander sailors.  If you are new at sailing you will be racing against other new sailors.  If you are advanced you will sail against some great competition!!  The HCIA also sponsors “How to Sail/Race” seminars and publishes a quarterly magazine, filled with articles on sailing, Class events, racing concepts and interesting stories.

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For day sailing the Highlander’s 20’ length provides an enormous cockpit (11’ x 5’).  There is plenty of room to store coolers and other gear, and still leave room to stretch out and enjoy your sail.  Best of all, the Highlander can be sailed by only two people.   Very Comfortable The Highlander is a big boat where it counts most…Inside!!  The cockpit has to 9’ seats on each side.  Sitting in the cockpit you’ll feel safe and secure because the seats are at chair height and the deck coaming forms a comfortable backrest.  There is 42” between the seats, so you won’t be banging knees with the person on the other side.  You’ll be impressed with the Highlander’s stability and comfort as soon as you step aboard. Very Fast The Highlander has consistently proven itself to be one of the fastest one-design centerboard sailboats.  If you want to own one of the fastest boast on the lake (and who doesn’t, really?) the Highlander won’t disappoint you.  Without sacrificing safety, the Highlander was designed for the speed, performance and comfort experienced sailors look for. Racing As a racer, the Highlander has the flexibility to grow with your racing skills.  As your skills advance, you won’t outgrow the performance characteristics of the boat.  Many top racers learned their techniques sailing Highlanders.  This stable centerboarder turns into an exciting, high performance planning dingy on the racecourse.  Raced by families, novices and experts, many levels of skill can be found at competition for everyone.

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Construction  The Highlander has absolute control over the boat’s one-design characteristics and the quality of its construction.  Builders must adhere to strict standards of quality.  The Highlander is ruggedly built to take lots of punishment from the family and weather.  When you become a Highlander owner, and a member of the HCIA, you have a voice in insuring that your investment in quality will be secure for many years to come.  The Builder  The Allen Boat Company is under contract to build the Highlander Class sailboat.  Allen Boat Company is a leader in building high quality, one-design sail craft, using the latest technology and applying many years of building and sailing experience. Tom Allen Jr., is a naval architect. Leads a team of craftsmen who build into each Highlander the highest quality and reliability.  Allen Boat Company 655 Fuhrman Blvd. Buffalo NY 14203 (716) 842-0800   Trailering  A Highlander weighs only 835 pounds and trails easily.  A heavy vehicle or powerful engine simply is not needed!  When you get to your favorite sailing area, you and a youngster can easily rig and launch your Highlander in minutes.  It’s a boat that allows you to spend lots of time on the water. A Good Investment Because the basic design of the Highlander never changes, owners experience a higher resale value for their boats when selling or trading.  Almost all of the Highlanders ever built are still sailing and being raced competitively.  This is a great testimonial to the value inherent in the Highlander.  Reliable service and easily accessible replacement parts are two more reasons a Highlander retains a high market value. This invitation is brought to you courtesy of your local sailing club and the National Highlander fleet.  Highlanders are sailing on many lakes throughout our nation.  We think we have the best and most comfortable sailboat you could buy.  Information on our boat can be found on our class website: http://www.sailhighlander.org  or use our Contact Us form, Subject "Highlander Fleet Captain".  We hope that after you have spent time sailing with us, you will choose a Highlander.

If you are new to sailing, the Highlander’s performance characteristics will allow you to quickly acquire sound sailing skills.  The Highlander handles like a dream.  Quick to pick up speed, your Highlander will respond smoothly and predictably to changes in tiller position and sail trim.  As a beginner you will appreciate it’s ability in light air conditions. Due to the design of the hull and it’s center of buoyancy when heeled over, the Highlander is very difficult to capsize even in the most extreme conditions. 

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The Highlander is a 20.0ft fractional sloop designed by Sandy Douglas and built in wood or fiberglass by Douglass & McLeod since 1951.

2000 units have been built..

The Highlander is an ultralight sailboat which is a very high performer. It is reasonably stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a racing boat.

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HIGHLANDER Detailed Review

If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of HIGHLANDER. Built by Douglass & McLeod and designed by Gordon K. (Sandy) Douglass, the boat was first built in 1951. It has a hull type of Centerboard Dinghy and LOA is 6.1. Its sail area/displacement ratio 40.83. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on undefined.

HIGHLANDER has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about HIGHLANDER and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

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HIGHLANDER was designed by Gordon K. (Sandy) Douglass.

Who builds HIGHLANDER?

HIGHLANDER is built by Douglass & McLeod.

When was HIGHLANDER first built?

HIGHLANDER was first built in 1951.

How long is HIGHLANDER?

HIGHLANDER is 6 m in length.

What is mast height on HIGHLANDER?

HIGHLANDER has a mast height of 7.56 m.

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HIGHLANDER YACHT CHARTER

49.5m  /  162'5   feadship   1986 / 2021.

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Motor yacht Highlander still retains Jon Bannenberg's iconic angular lines and side profile

The 49.45m/162'3" classic yacht 'Highlander' (ex. The Highlander) by the Dutch shipyard Feadship offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 7 cabins and features interior styling by English designer Bannenberg & Rowell.

Meticulously preserved, classic pleasure craft Highlander offers an abundance of convivial spaces, both inside and out, that showcases her timeless pedigree build off to perfection. Her features include a dancefloor, movie theatre, spa and gym.

Guest Accommodation

Built in 1986, Highlander offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 7 suites comprising a master suite located on the main deck, one VIP cabin, two double cabins, two twin cabins and one single cabin. There are 7 beds in total, including 2 king, 2 queen and 3 singles. She is also capable of carrying up to 11 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort & Entertainment

Keeping comfortable and entertained on Highlander is easy thanks to the available amenities such as a dancefloor where you and your guests can celebrate in style. Meanwhile she boasts a movie theatre, perfect to relax after a long day on the water. For the ultimate relaxation experience, the yacht plays host to a luxury spa or maintain your fitness routine and work out in the well-equipped gym. Retreat to the deck jacuzzi and soak up the scenery.

Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you such as satellite communications, keeping you connected on any voyage. Take advantage of the on board Wi-Fi and stay connected at all times or you can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.

Performance & Range

Highlander is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. Powered by twin engines, she comfortably cruises at 13 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 16 knots with a range of up to 4,000 nautical miles from her 74,565 litre fuel tanks at 10 knots. An advanced stabilisation system on board reduces the side-to-side roll of the yacht and promises guests exceptional comfort levels at anchor or when underway.

Equipped with a selection of water-toys Highlander lets you and your guests turn the Mediterranean into your own private playground. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. Also there are towable toys offering fun and adventure. In addition there are two SEABOBs, that allow you to skim along the surface or steer under the crystal water and experience life swimming with the fish. If that isn't enough Highlander also features kayaks, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Highlander also sports a 12.8m/42' Scout Tender to transport you with ease.

Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Highlander is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Highlander Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean.

Luxury classic yacht Highlander is one of a kind, offering world-class onboard amenities coupled with an overflowing toy box full of the latest water sports gear for unforgettable yacht charters wherever you are.

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For your relaxation and entertainment Highlander has the following facilities, for more details please speak to your yacht charter broker.

Highlander is reported to be available to Charter with the following recreation facilities:

• 1 x 12.8m  /  42' Scout Tender

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'Highlander' Charter Rates & Destinations

Summer Season

May - September

€120,000 p/week + expenses Approx $130,000

High Season

€160,000 p/week + expenses Approx $173,000

Cruising Regions

Mediterranean Croatia, France, Greece, Italy, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Turkey

HOT SPOTS:   Amalfi Coast, Calvi, Corsica, French Riviera, Mykonos, Sardinia

Winter Season

October - April

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Islander 28

Islander 28 is a 27 ′ 11 ″ / 8.5 m monohull sailboat designed by Robert Perry and built by Islander / Tradewind Yachts between 1975 and 1985.

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Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

Diesel power was available as an option. Shoal draft: 4.0’. A similar ‘Bahama’ model was introduced in 1981 but sold poorly. Not long after, the standard model was then brought back into production until 1985. With more than 400 sold, this was among the brands most successful models. Rated highly on the used sailboat market. Robert Perry has stated that this is one of his favorite designs.

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Highlander: Inside the 50 Metre Feadship Superyacht

Originally used as a corporate yacht for Forbes magazine cruising the East Coast of the US, Highlander features exterior design by Jon Bannenberg .

Aft Sun Deck

Key features on board include a Jacuzzi with multi-coloured LED lights, disco lounge, media room, large swimming platform and massage room, making Highlander a firm charter favourite.

Forward Sun Deck

Highlander underwent an extensive refit at Derecktor in Florida in 2014 which included a complete interior facelift, lengthening of the hull, mechanical updates and a new paint job.

The Main Deck Lounge

Edmiston said the interior features “an eclectic mix of vintage furniture, abstract art and the tactile textures of stone, wood and linen”.

The main deck lounge on board Highlander .

The Wheelhouse

Built from steel and aluminium, Highlander is powered by a pair of Detroit diesel 900HP engines for a cruising speed of 12 knots.

The Owner's Stateroom

The accommodation layout comprises the master (pictured), one VIP and two twins, two doubles and one single. Highlander also has accommodation for 11 crew members.

The Guest Bathroom

The main aft deck.

Highlander also features selection of water toys on board, including waverunners, Seabobs, kayaks, paddleboard, wakeboard, kneeboard, waterskis and other inflatables.

The Owner's Office

Highlander is offered for charter by Edmiston, spending the winter in the Caribbean and summer in the Mediterranean.

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