The Micro 18<\/strong> is a thrilling project for home boatbuilders who want a compact yet high-performance sailing dinghy. With a multi-chine hull<\/strong> and pre-shaped bottom, hog, and bulkheads, construction is fast, straightforward, and very accessible\u2014even for those with limited boatbuilding experience.<\/p>\n Designed using the latest low waterline beam and planing techniques<\/strong>, the Micro 18 offers impressive performance on the water. Despite her sporty design, she provides 3\/4 berths<\/strong> and sitting headroom<\/strong>, making her ideal for overnight trips or weekend adventures.<\/p>\n The keel lifts vertically<\/strong> using a winch and tackle system. It\u2019s made of mild steel<\/strong> with a lead bulb, combining stability with easy trailering. Plans also include sail construction guidance<\/strong> for amateur sailmakers, allowing you to build a complete, ready-to-sail boat.<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re a weekend sailor or an ambitious amateur builder, the Micro 18 plans<\/strong> deliver a fun, fast, and practical dinghy that\u2019s easy to build and enjoyable to sail.<\/p>\n \u2705 Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n Multi-chine hull with pre-shaped bottom, hog, and bulkheads<\/p>\n<\/li>\n 3\/4 berths with sitting headroom for short cruises<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Low waterline beam and planing design for speed and stability<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Vertical lifting keel with mild steel and lead bulb<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Includes amateur sailmaker instructions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Ideal for home construction, trailering, and compact storage<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Micro 18 Specifications<\/p>\n\n Easy-to-build multi-chine cruiser with 3\/4 berths, sitting headroom, lifting keel, and complete DIY sail construction plans.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":448,"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":[27],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-359","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_brand-selway-fisher","7":"product_cat-pocket-cruiser-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":"\n\n
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\n\t \nDescription<\/th> Imperial<\/th> Metric<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n\t LOA<\/td> 18'<\/td> 5.49m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Beam<\/td> 8'<\/td> 2.44m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Hull Mid Depth<\/td> 3'6\"<\/td> 1.07m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Draft<\/td> 3'6\"<\/td> 1.07m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Sail Area<\/td> 199 sq.ft<\/td> 18.5 sq.m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Estimated Dry weight<\/td> 1300 lbs<\/td> 590 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Ballast<\/td> 315 lbs<\/td> 143kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Engine<\/td> <\/td> <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Head Room<\/td> 4'5\"<\/td> 1.35m<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Berths<\/td> 3<\/td> <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Hull Shape<\/td> Narrow flat bottom with 3 planks per side<\/td> <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Construction method<\/td> Ply over frame and strip planking<\/td> <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Plywood requirements<\/td> 14 x 6mm sheet
\n4 x 9mm sheet
\n1 x 12mm sheets
\n2 x 3mm sheets
\n2 x 4mm sheets<\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Drawing\/ Design Package<\/td> 12 x A1 drawings<\/td> <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Guidance usage<\/td> Estuary, coastal, cross channel<\/td> <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n\t Additions and alterations included with the plans<\/td> <\/td> <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"