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International Cadet
(Yachting World Cadet)
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The International Cadet is Australia’s premier junior class with good fleets sailing in Tasmania, Victoria and South Australia. 2001 marks the 50th anniversary of the class in Australia.
The Class is for juniors under eighteen years of age and as the Class is sailed in 12 countries around the world, thus offering juniors the opportunity to compete in International regattas. The Cadet is a double-handed boat, complete with mainsail, jib and spinnaker. It is a typical training class for youths who want to sail a double-handed boat
Cadet Class Specifications
| Overall Length | 3.22 m. |
| Beam | 1.27 m. |
| Weight | 54 kg. |
| Construction | Marine Plywood or foam sandwich |
| Sail Area | 9.51 sq. m. |
| Portsmouth Number | 1432 |
| Racing Crew | Two |
Cadet Class History
| 1947 | Designed by Jack Holt |
| 1951 | Royal Geelong Yacht Club introduces the Cadet to Australia |
| 1999 | World Championships held in Geelong |
| 2001 | 50th Anniversary of the Cadet in Australia |
The Cadet Online
| Web Pages: | International Association |
| Rules | International Rules |
Clubs Sailing the Cadet
Adelaide Sailing Club
Metung Yacht Racing Club
Royal
Yacht Club of Victoria
Sandringhham Yacht Club
Sandy Bay Sailing Club
Royal Geelong Yacht Club
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