Beneteau Wizz

The Beneteau Wizz is a two-man dinghy built in 1982.[1] It was elected as boat of the year in that same year.[2]

Beneteau Wizz
Boat
CrewTwo
Hull
Hull weight75 kg (165 lb)
LOA4.4 m (14 ft)
Sails
Upwind sail area13.5 m2 (145 sq ft)

Performance and design

The Wizz has a simple design, created with stability and surfing in mind. It is quick and easy to rig, and can be fitted to a car roof rack.[3] Despite being a short boat, at just 4.4 metres (14 ft), the Wizz weighs 75 kilograms (165 lb) and accommodates for two crew.[1]

References

  1. "Beneteau Wizz Dinghy Class Information". www.noblemarine.co.uk. Retrieved 27 January 2010.
  2. "History of Beneteau from 1884 to 1993". Retrieved 27 January 2010.
  3. "The Beneteau Wizz" (in French). www.beneteau-wizz.net. Archived from the original on 10 January 2010. Retrieved 27 January 2010.


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