Dragon-anniversary volume: Homage to a classic sailing
Saturday, the 10. December 2011
Genesis of a racing yacht designer of an exceptionally gifted.
The Dragon class is also called the pinnacle of sailing, because 1960 , the Greek King Constantine won the first gold medal for sailing in Greece. In addition, many members of European royal families active in the Dragon class sailing, more than 40 Former winner of Olympic Medals, World- and European champion will compete in this class.
From 1948 until 1972 Dragon was the Olympic boat class, 1960 Crown Prince Constantine of Greece won the gold medal, 1964 the sail-maker and founder of the North Group, Lowell North, the bronze medal. At this time, based among other things, the call of the Dragon class as the "pinnacle" of modern Segelei.
But even after the Olympic era, the dragon continues to enjoy increasing popularity. The impressive combination of safety, Sailing crew friendly features and timeless look has the "Bugatti of the Sea" secured a unique place in the hearts of many yacht sailors all over the world. Read complete






