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Tartan Fantail

Boat of the Year Nominee Photos by Walter Cooper After inspecting the Tartan Fantail at the dock, and being impressed with its construction quality, the judges had high expectations. And when winds kicked into the high-teens, just in time for its test sail, they were especially eager to see what this radical-looking daysailer could do. As is often the case, however, strong winds quickly reveal a boat's weakest points. "The rudder had a ton of helm," said judge Greg Stewart, "and most of
Sailing World BOTY 2013: Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013: Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013 Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013 Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013 Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013 Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013 Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013 Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013 Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013 Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013 Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013: Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013: Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
Sailing World BOTY 2013: Tartan Fantail Walter Cooper
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