XOD Class Association
Discover the XOD class
A 21 ft keelboat designed by Alfred Westmacott in 1909 and first raced in 1911. The hull shape is unchanged from the original design, and 140 boats of all ages race on equal terms.
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The boat
Twenty-one feet, designed by Alfred Westmacott and first raced in 1911. The wooden hull shape is unchanged; rig and materials have evolved over the years. Easy to sail, difficult to sail fast!
Racing
Highly competitive, with numerous former Olympians and world champions sailing alongside enthusiastic amateurs. At least 50 to 60 races a season for up to 140 boats across six divisions.
The people
XODs attract sailors of all ages and backgrounds, and the boat suits crews of all strengths and sizes. Races are keenly contested at every level of the fleet, not only at the front of it.
Where we race
Six active fleets around the Solent, between Chichester Harbour in the east and Poole Harbour in the west. In each, a local club manages the racing.
Class Championships are held during Cowes Week, and the Golden Tiller Traveller’s Series rewards those who travel between divisions.
Why people sail them
- The attractions of racing an X boat are unbeatable
- Well supported racing throughout the season
- In six separate locations along the South Coast
- The annual highlight of Cowes Week
- Suitable for crew of all strengths and sizes
- Very affordable to buy
- The joy of owning a classic yacht
- The good friendships to be made
“The X Class offers more high quality racing opportunities than any other dayboat class”
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