Back for 2012 after its Beijing debut

The Laser Radial made its debut at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, replacing the Europe class.

A popular boat among men, women and children, the Radial is based upon the same hull and equipment as the Laser however the Radial has a slightly smaller sail and a different lower mast.

The recommended weight range for this technical one-design boat is between 60-75kgs although the boat is being sailed competitively below and above these weights.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Length: 4.23m (13ft 10ins)
Breadth: 1.37m (4ft 5ins)
Weight: 56.7kg (125lbs 0.03oz)
Type: Dinghy
Crew: 1
Designer: Bruce Kirby and Ian Bruce
Year: 1969

Beijing 2008 Olympic Results:

Gold: Anna Tunnicliffe - USA

Silver: Gintare Volungeviciute - Lithuania

Bronze: Lijia Xu - China