Used Shannon One-Design Sailboats for Sale

The Shannon One-Design is an iconic 18-foot (5.49m) clinker-built sailing dinghy, specifically conceived for the unique conditions of Ireland's River Shannon lakes, Lough Derg and Lough Ree. As a quintessential one-design class, its primary purpose is to provide level racing, demanding skill from the helmsman rather than relying on design advantages. Revered for its traditional aesthetics and lively performance, the Shannon One-Design has cultivated a rich racing heritage that spans over a century, cementing its reputation as a beloved and enduring fixture in Irish yachting. This distinctive vessel was designed by the renowned British naval architect and yacht designer Francis Charles Morgan-Giles, with initial construction undertaken by his esteemed firm, Morgan-Giles Ltd., among other local boatbuilders.