{"id":316,"date":"2025-09-04T11:38:48","date_gmt":"2025-09-04T11:38:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/njordcraft.co.za\/?post_type=product&#038;p=316"},"modified":"2025-09-08T19:24:46","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T19:24:46","slug":"highlander-14-wooden-sailing-dinghy","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/njordcraft.co.za\/index.php\/product\/highlander-14-wooden-sailing-dinghy\/","title":{"rendered":"Highlander 14&#8242; Dinghy"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"285\"><strong data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"283\">Highlander 14\u2019 Dinghy \u2013 Versatile Family Sailing &amp; Rowing Boat<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"702\">The <strong data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"316\">Highlander 14\u2019 Dinghy<\/strong> is the ultimate all-rounder for families, sailing clubs, and adventure seekers alike. With seating for up to eight people and two athwartship rowing benches, she is remarkably stable yet easy to handle. Whether you are enjoying a calm afternoon row <strong data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"572\">or<\/strong> hoisting the loose-footed lug rig for a lively sail, the Highlander delivers fun, safety, <strong data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"670\">and<\/strong> performance in equal measure.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"1076\">Construction is both clever <strong data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"739\">and<\/strong> efficient. Built from just five sheets of plywood, she uses a unique chine system developed by Selway Fisher Design. This method combines a stringer and epoxy fillet <strong data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"916\">within<\/strong> traditional stitch-and-tape construction, so you get extra stiffness and strength <strong data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1022\">while still keeping<\/strong> the build straightforward for amateur boatbuilders.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1387\">Moreover, the Highlander\u2019s versatility is unmatched. You can fit her with cubbies, boom tents, or different sail rigs, <strong data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1214\">and if needed<\/strong>, she can even carry a small outboard motor. The designer is also happy to discuss custom modifications, ensuring the boat adapts perfectly to your personal sailing style.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1581\">For those who want an even more distinctive look, the plans include notes for an optional pointed bow extension. This small change adds character <strong data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1559\">while also enhancing<\/strong> her graceful lines.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1604\">\u2705 <strong data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1602\">Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"2094\">\n<li data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1641\">\n<p data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1641\"><strong data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1626\">Length Overall:<\/strong> 14\u2019 (4.27 m)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1669\">\n<p data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1669\"><strong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1653\">Beam:<\/strong> 5\u20194\u201d (1.63 m)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1709\">\n<p data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1709\"><strong data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1691\">Approx. Weight:<\/strong> 155 lbs (70 kg)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1749\">\n<p data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1749\"><strong data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1726\">Sail Area:<\/strong> 84 sq.ft. (7.8 sq.m)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1786\">\n<p data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1786\">Seats up to 8 people comfortably<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1842\">\n<p data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1842\">Stable and easy to row with two athwartship benches<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1897\">\n<p data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1897\">Loose-footed lug rig for simple, efficient sailing<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1937\">\n<p data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1937\">Built from just 5 sheets of plywood<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"2000\">\n<p data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"2000\">Strong and lightweight thanks to unique chine construction<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2061\">\n<p data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2061\">Can be fitted with cubbies, boom tents, and various rigs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2094\">\n<p data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2094\">Suitable for outboard motors<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2238\">\u2728 <strong data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2114\">Perfect For:<\/strong><br data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2117\" \/>Family sailing days, club training boats, beach camping adventures, <strong data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2198\">or simply<\/strong> relaxed rowing sessions with friends.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2190\">Highlander 14 Specifications<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2190\">\n<table id=\"tablepress-10\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-10\">\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\">14'<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">4.27m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Hull Mid Depth<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">1'9\"<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">0.52m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Beam<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">5'4\"<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">1.63m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Sail Area<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">84 sq.ft<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">7.8 sq.m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Estimated Dry weight<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">155lbs<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">70.3kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Hull Shape<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">V bottom with 3 planks a 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<\/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\">9 x A4 instructions,includes details for sharp\/ round bow conversion, cuddy and gunter main with jib and lug main with job sail plans.<\/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-10 from cache --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"441\">Spacious, stable, and built for adventure, the Highlander 14\u2019 carries up to 8 people and excels at rowing, sailing, and family cruising.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":432,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":""},"product_brand":[19],"product_cat":[25],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-316","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_brand-selway-fisher","7":"product_cat-sailing-dinghy-design-plans","9":"first","10":"instock","11":"taxable","12":"shipping-taxable","13":"purchasable","14":"product-type-simple","15":"entry","16":"content-bg","17":"loop-entry"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Highlander 14&#039; Dinghy - Njord Craft<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Build the Highlander 14 wooden dinghy. 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