About the DS37
About the DS37 Manual#
This manual is intended to be a comprehensive operating manual for the KDY DS37 Match Racer within the KDY International Sailing School. It is not intended to be a replacement for theoretical or practical sailing instruction, nor a replacement for certifications.
Objectives#
- To enable a competent skipper and crew to sail and operate a DS37 in a manner consistent with how the yachts are used within the KDY International Sailing School.
- To serve as a living document and reference for students and skippers of ISS to learn from and contribute to as they continue to sail the vessel.
No aspect of the yacht's operation is considered too obvious for this manual, but a working knowledge of nautical terms and ropework is needed. Consult the early pages within the RYA Competent Crew book or ask an instructor if in doubt.
Note
There is often more than one approach to a particular process. This manual strives to recommend a safe and reasonable "default" approach. Alternative approaches may also be documented, where appropriate.
The conditions on the day, the competence of the crew, and ultimately the discretion of the skipper all affect the choice of approach to any given situation. Use common sense and let this manual be a guide, not a strict set of rules never to be deviated from.
Description#
The DS 37 Match Racer is an 11.25-metre (36.9 ft) long sloop rigged sailing yacht, designed by Jacob Vierø in 1991 and used in the Stena Match Cup Sweden, part of the World Match Racing Tour. The design of the boat includes an oversized rudder and simple controls. The boat is popular as a teaching boat for beginners as well because of its simplicity and robustness. However, in Match racing, it is one of the most physically demanding boats found in the international match racing circuit. The boat is used mainly in the Scandinavian countries, where it can be found as inventory of several of the big yacht clubs, such as the Royal Danish Yacht Club or the Royal Gothenburg Yacht Club.
Specifications#
| Model | DS37 Match Racer |
|---|---|
| Designer | Jacob Vierø |
| Year | 1991 |
| Crew | 5-6 |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7 ft 1 in) |
| Hull weight | 3,900 kg (8,600 lb) |
| LOA | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.35 m (30.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.23 m (10.6 ft) |
| Keelweight | 1,900 kg (4,200 lb) |
| Mainsail area | 35.9 m2 (386 sq ft) |
| Jib/genoa area | 24.4 m2 (263 sq ft) |
| Spinnaker area | 87 m2 (940 sq ft) |