SID fleet and facilities

The club is based in the boatyard (Coal Harbour) near the West Pier in Dun Laoghaire. The SID fleet comprises of :

• Ruffian yacht
• Tender
• Two Magno dinghies (purchased NEW in 2004)
• Three “420” dinghies
• Topaz Trés
• Rescue boat

Magno SID purchased two new Magnos 2004. These boats are simplicity itself to rig and launch, the fantastic control systems are childs play. The dynamic yet forgiving hull is married to an extremely controllable rig that is perfect for less experienced sailors but will also provide that extra oomph on demand and makes gennaker performance sailing easy. The spacious and comfortable cockpit has a secure and confident feel. As with all Howlett designs stability is reassuring and seasoned sailors will quickly appreciate the pedigree handling, impressive performance levels and high specification fittings throughout. Whether you are a top racer or a newcomer to sailing the Magno allows you to sail at your own pace! More information

Topaz Tres The Topaz TRES purchased in 2004 has a three sail set-up with a modern, highly advanced rig, fully battened mainsail, a jib and a retracting pole and single-line hoist and drop gennaker system and trapeze. . It is easy to underestimate the sheer exhilaration of sailing the Topaz TRES. Gennaker sailing is a real buzz. When you are out on the trapeze, gennaker launched and fully powered up, few sailing experiences will come close. The Topaz TRES is the perfect introduction to asymmetric sailing. More information

Ruffian Our Ruffian “Ruffin’ it” (Sail number 472) purchased in 1999 can accomodate up to 6 people. It is a sloop keelboat yacht with an overall length of 23 feet. The Ruffian racing class is one of the largest keelboat classes in Ireland with 20-30 regularly racing at the national championships. Ruffin'it can provide a more leisurely sail with longer trips in the Irish Sea from Malahide to Wicklow or can compete in regattas or Dublin Bay races.

420 Dinghy The 420 is a two-person lightweight, high-performance, planning-hulled dinghy that is super fast and exciting to sail. It also provides the additional excitement and challenge of a spinnaker and trapeze. For those who want to race, there are ample opportunities to compete in the Dublin Bay Sailing Club summer and winter series. Hull weight: 80 kg LOA: 4.2 m Beam: 1.63 m Sail Area: 13.05 m2 Spinnaker: 9 m2 Optimum Crew Weight: 110-145 kg

Rescue boat The rescue boat is used for all dinghy sailing sessions and is manned on a rotation basis decided by the captain. People not familiar with the operation of the rescue boat will get instructions from the captain and should try to improve their knowledge during the season. The engine is an outboard Yamaha. Depending on demand rescue boat lectures may be organised during the season.

Container Our Container is located in the Coal Harbour. It is used to store equipment, and provides rudimentary changing facilities. Life jackets, bouyancy aids and sailing harness are provided for members. When not on the water, the boats are stored nearby.