The Deception Class 12 is a specialized "Mini 12 Meter" yacht designed to provide a high-performance, single-handed racing experience modeled after the iconic 12-meter America’s Cup boats of the 1970s and 80s. Developed primarily in the Pacific Northwest by the late John Booth of Victoria, British Columbia, these 13-foot vessels are far more sophisticated than a standard sailing dinghy. Unlike traditional small boats where the sailor sits on the gunwale to hike out, the Deception skipper sits deep within the hull, with only their head and shoulders visible above the deck. This low center of gravity, combined with a heavy lead keel, creates a miniature "lead mine" that mimics the sailing characteristics and tactical complexity of a full-sized offshore racer.
Deception Class 12 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Deception
- Model
- Class 12
- Builder
- —
- Designer
- Guy Tyrwhitt-Drake
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1983 - ??
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