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The '''O'pen Bic''', often simply referred to as the '''Open Bic''', is a single handed sailboat designed for younger sailers. Developed by Vitali Design, the boat was launched in 2006. It is an International Class, as recognized by the [[International Sailing Federation]] (ISAF),<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.sailing.org/ |
The '''O'pen Bic''', often simply referred to as the '''Open Bic''', is a single handed sailboat designed for younger sailers. Developed by [[Vitali Design]], the boat was launched in 2006. It is an International Class, as recognized by the [[International Sailing Federation]] (ISAF),<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.sailing.org/classesandequipment/BIC.php |title= ISAF : O'pen BIC|accessdate=October 3, 2010}}</ref>{{dead link|date=November 2012}}. |
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==Components== |
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===Hull=== |
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| ⚫ | The two part, 2.1 kilogram, O'pen Bic mast is made from a fiberglass epoxy composite. The boom is made from aluminum. These hold a 4.5 m<sup>2</sup>sail made from K.Film - Polyester, with full length battens of adjustable tension. A smaller, 3.8 m<sup>2</sup> sail made only of Dacron (polyester) is also available. The rig is interchangeable with that of the [[Optimist (dinghy)|Optimist]]. |
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| ⚫ | The [[thermoformed]] [[polyethylene]] hull is self-draining. In the event of a capsize or shipping water by some other means, the water simply flows down the angled floor of the cockpit and out of the open [[transom]]. <ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.openbic.com/products/open-bic,3,46/complete-boat,579.html |title= Open Bic Specifications| accessdate=September 24, 2013}}</ref> |
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===Mast=== |
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The foils are made out of composite epoxy. |
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| ⚫ | The two part, 2.1 kilogram, O'pen Bic [[mast]] is made from a [[fiberglass]] [[epoxy]] composite. The boom is made from aluminum. These hold a 4.5 m<sup>2</sup> sail made from K.Film - Polyester, with full length battens of adjustable tension. A smaller, 3.8 m<sup>2</sup> sail made only of [[Dacron]] (polyester) is also available. The rig is interchangeable with that of the [[Optimist (dinghy)|Optimist]]. <ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.openbic.com/products/open-bic,3,46/complete-boat,579.html |title= Open Bic Specifications| accessdate=September 24, 2013}}</ref> |
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The foils are made out of composite epoxy. <ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.openbic.com/products/open-bic,3,46/complete-boat,579.html |title= Open Bic Specifications| accessdate=September 24, 2013}}</ref> |
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==List of World championships O'pen BIC== |
==List of World championships O'pen BIC== |
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|{{flagathlete|[[Giacomo Ferrari]]|ITA}} |
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|{{flagathlete|[[Andre Reguero]]|PRI}} |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Revision as of 00:07, 25 September 2013
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| Crew | 1-2 depending on weight |
| Hull | |
| Hull weight | 45 kg (99 lb) |
| LOA | 2,750 mm (9 ft 0 in) |
| Beam | 1,140 mm (3 ft 9 in) |
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| Mast length | 3,900 mm (12 ft 10 in) |
| Sails | |
| Mainsail area | 4.5 m2 (48 sq ft) |
| Jib/genoa area | N/A |
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The O'pen Bic, often simply referred to as the Open Bic, is a single handed sailboat designed for younger sailers. Developed by Vitali Design, the boat was launched in 2006. It is an International Class, as recognized by the International Sailing Federation (ISAF),[1][dead link].
Components
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Hull
The thermoformed polyethylene hull is self-draining. In the event of a capsize or shipping water by some other means, the water simply flows down the angled floor of the cockpit and out of the open transom. [2]
Mast
The two part, 2.1 kilogram, O'pen Bic mast is made from a fiberglass epoxy composite. The boom is made from aluminum. These hold a 4.5 m2 sail made from K.Film - Polyester, with full length battens of adjustable tension. A smaller, 3.8 m2 sail made only of Dacron (polyester) is also available. The rig is interchangeable with that of the Optimist. [3]
Foils
The foils are made out of composite epoxy. [4]
Optimal Weight
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The ideal weight for a user of this boat is 30 – 65 kg, but it can accomodate up to 90kg. [5]
List of World championships O'pen BIC
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| 2008 Carnac |  Denis Tassone (BRA)
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 Constaza Seguel (CHI)
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 Santhiago Sampaio (POR)
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| 2009 Medemblik |  Kevin Bergers (NED)
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 Vianney Bergot (FRA)
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Bart Lambriex (NED)
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| 2010 Martinique | Brice Yrieix (FRA)
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Vianney Bergot (FRA)
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Simon Jestin (FRA)
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| 2011 Ascona | Hugo Stubler (FRA)
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 Giacomo Ferrari (sailor) (ITA)
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Vianney Bergot (FRA)
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| 2012 Miami |  Nic Muller (USA)
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 Andre Reguero (PRI)
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Hugo Stubler (FRA)
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References
- ^ "ISAF : O'pen BIC". Retrieved October 3, 2010.
- ^ "Open Bic Specifications". Retrieved September 24, 2013.
- ^ "Open Bic Specifications". Retrieved September 24, 2013.
- ^ "Open Bic Specifications". Retrieved September 24, 2013.
- ^ "Open Bic Specifications". Retrieved September 24, 2013.