{"id":313,"date":"2025-09-04T11:36:44","date_gmt":"2025-09-04T11:36:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/njordcraft.co.za\/?post_type=product&#038;p=313"},"modified":"2025-09-04T11:37:01","modified_gmt":"2025-09-04T11:37:01","slug":"stornoway-12-wooden-dinghy","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/njordcraft.co.za\/index.php\/product\/stornoway-12-wooden-dinghy\/","title":{"rendered":"Stornoway 12&#8242; wooden dinghy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Stornoway 12 \u2013 Classic Wooden Dinghy for Rowing &amp; Sailing<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"694\">The <strong data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"511\">Stornoway 12<\/strong> is the second in what\u2019s becoming a <strong data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"585\">classic range of traditional craft<\/strong>. With <strong data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"615\">six planks per side<\/strong>, she boasts a beautifully rounded hull that\u2019s as elegant as it is seaworthy.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"932\">The <strong data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"733\">stitch-and-epoxy construction<\/strong> method makes building quick and straightforward, producing a <strong data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"826\">lightweight yet strong hull<\/strong>. For those who prefer other methods, mould shapes for clinker\/ply or strip planking are also available.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1228\">Her <strong data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"962\">high-peaked gaff rig<\/strong> keeps spars shorter and reduces twist at the head of the sail, offering excellent performance without extra complexity. She\u2019s spacious, with side benches, and can be built for <strong data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1154\">rowing only<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1180\">rowing and sailing<\/strong>\u2014ideal for <strong data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1225\">family adventures on the water<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1369\">The Stornoway 12 can also carry the <strong data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1287\">sprit or lug rigs<\/strong> from the Highlander 12 and can be fitted with a foredeck for added versatility.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1390\"><strong data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1388\">Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1882\">\n<li data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1429\">\n<p data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1429\"><strong data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1412\">Length Overall:<\/strong> 12\u20191\u201d (3.67 m)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1455\">\n<p data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1455\"><strong data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1441\">Beam:<\/strong> 5\u2019 (1.53 m)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1495\">\n<p data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1495\"><strong data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1468\">Draft:<\/strong> 6\u201d \/ 3\u20193\u201d (0.16 \/ 1.0 m)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1535\">\n<p data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1535\"><strong data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1512\">Sail Area:<\/strong> 78 sq.ft. (7.3 sq.m)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1575\">\n<p data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1575\"><strong data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1557\">Approx. Weight:<\/strong> 135 lbs (61 kg)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1622\">\n<p data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1622\">Graceful round hull with 6 planks per side<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1673\">\n<p data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1673\">Quick, easy, and strong stitch-and-epoxy build<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1728\">\n<p data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1728\">Optional clinker\/ply or strip-planked construction<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1793\">\n<p data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1793\">High-peaked gaff rig for efficient sailing and shorter spars<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1833\">\n<p data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1833\">Spacious interior with side benches<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1882\">\n<p data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1882\">Suitable for family rowing, sailing, or both<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"2019\"><strong data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1900\">Perfect For:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1903\" \/>Family sailing days, leisurely rowing trips, and builders who want a classic dinghy with modern construction ease.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"2019\">Stornoway 12 specifications<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"2019\">\n<table id=\"tablepress-9\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-9\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Description<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">Imperial<\/th><th class=\"column-3\">Metric<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">LOA<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">12' 1\"<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">3.67m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Hull Mid Depth<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">1' 6.5\" <\/td><td class=\"column-3\">0.47m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Beam<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">5'<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">1.53m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Sail Area<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">78 sq.ft<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">7.3 sq. m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Estimated Dry weight<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">135lbs<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">62kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Hull Shape<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Multi chine with 6 planks per side<\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-8\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Construction method<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">stitch and tape over molds<\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-9\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Plywood requirements<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">5 x sheets 6mm<\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-10\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Drawing\/ Design Package<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">6 x A1 drawings<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">8 x A4 instructions,3 Rigs designs included, gunter main with jib, gaff main with cutter rig on bowsprit and balanced lug rig with unstayed mast<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-11\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Guidance usage<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">3 adults rowing\/ motoring<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">2 Adults Sailing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-9 from cache --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A versatile 12\u20191\u201d dinghy with a graceful round hull, generous space, and a high-peaked gaff rig. 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