The Gull sailing dinghy was designed by Ian Proctor in 1956, originally as a frameless double-chine plywood boat. However, it has been through several incarnations: the wooden Mark I, GRP Mark III, GRP Gull Spirit and GRP Gull Calypso.

The lower a boat’s Displacement/Length (LWL) ratio, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed. less than 100 = Ultralight; 100-200 = Light;

Why is the Gull the best 3.35m cruiser in the world? Firstly, the hull design, this is the most STABLE 3.35m dinghy in its field, tested for two adults and two children or is great as a single-hander, comfortable seating, with plenty of leg room, a …

Much like the Wayfarer mentioned above, the Gull is a very versatile and excellent dinghy. While the Gull makes a fantastic sailing dinghy, it is a versatile craft that you can fit with an outboard engine or rowlocks for alternate propelling methods.

The Hartley Gull is a delightful dinghy to sail and to manage both on and off the water. Moreover, the design and layout make this a very forgiving boat, ideal for beginners. It is lively and responsive, enough to give the more experienced sailor plenty of fun and excitement.

The Gull dinghy was originally designed as a frameless double chine dinghy (apart from the prototype) with two buoyancy tanks built in, one forward and one aft. The hull is built on a jig, producing a stiff boat and the lack of frames give a clean interior which is easy to varnish.

Gull Dinghy is a 3.4 m monohull sailboat designed by Ian Proctor and built by Hartley Boats starting in 1956. The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement.

These changes and the boat’s unique chined hull made the Gull the most stable 3.35m dinghy in its field. As a result, the fleet grows yearly with nearly 3,000 sold. The boat is excellent for both single-handed and double-handed sailing, with the option to add a …

The Gull sailing dinghy was designed by Ian Proctor in 1956, originally as a frameless double-chine plywood boat. However, it has been through several incarnations: the wooden Mark I, GRP Mark III, GRP Gull Spirit and GRP Gull Calypso. Today it is popular with sailing schools, especially in the UK.

The new Gull Calypso is a true all rounder and can be used for day cruising, club racing or training. She is also easy to row and use an outboard motor with. The original lan Proctor classic design of 1956 has been brought right up to date with the new Calypso, launched in 2006.