2013 Botin & Carkeek 45

Key grand prix features include: all-carbon construction, twin running backstays with deflectors, triple spreader carbon rig, large optimized fixed bowsprit, and a high aspect ratio sailplan with square top mainsail. To accomodate competition in both inshore and offshore international sailing events, the Carkeek 45 is designed to fit onto a rotating cradle for shipping and onroad transport, and to fit over a 40ft flat rack/platform container.
Further practical considerations include a quick release lifting cassette keel option, and two part rig.