The X One Design (XOD) was designed in 1907 with the first boat launched in 1909. It is 21-foot with a ¾ decked keel boat of carvel construction. A very strong boat, several launched in 1911 are still racing today. The design has proved itself over the years allowing sailors of all ages, from teenagers to octogenarians to race with equal success. Gradually, over the years, modernization has been approved, the biggest changes being Gaff to Bermuda rig and more recently the use of Epoxy being permitted, resulting in many of the earlier boats being rejuvenated and enabling them to match newer boats, not only for speed but finish as well. With numbers nearing 200 and all the boats based between Poole and Itchenor, it is the strongest South Coast One Design class.
The cost of ownership is not high and, with epoxy coated hulls, maintenance can be minimal or as much as you like to spend. X's have always outlived their owners, unlike many modern racing yachts which in less than 10 years lose their competitiveness, mainly due to their light construction.
The Lymington XOD Fleet sails under the burgee of the Royal Lymington Yacht Club. The Harbour Authorities have established 34 heritage moorings for the class on the East side of the river, an impressive sight for all. The racing is superb for all from gentle family sailors to Olympic hotshots.
The XOD is the largest keelboat racing fleet at the Royal Lymington Yacht Club with over 40 active boats. Racing is very competitive throughout the fleet. Our successful sailors are always willing to help those new to the class and those at the back of the fleet to find more speed. An XOD responds to finetuning and this tests everyone from time to time even successful owners have days of "go slows".
Tea is organised after both Saturday and Wednesday afternoon racing where competitors and race officers get together in a friendly atmosphere.
The Royal Lymington Yacht Club has a full fixture list with racing for all every week. Boats from Yarmouth regularly join us to swell the number of boats coming to the start line. XODs race in our Gallagher Insurance Spring Series and in our Spencers New Forest Thursday Evening Racing Series. These are a very popular series and give us all a chance of winding down with a good social get-together after the race. Find key dates in our Calendar or download printable 2021 XOD series calendar here.
A combination of the General Club Notice of Race, this Supplement to the Notice of Race and this Entry Form
2021 XOD Entry Form and Supplement to Club Notice of Race
Lymington Division & visiting boats can enter online here
2021 XOD Series Sailing Instructions
2021 Sailing Instructions Attachment A
2021 Entants in the XOD Points Series
2021 XOD Safety Regulations
2021 XOD Handicaps
2021 Inshore Racing Marks
Race Team schedule for 2021 XOD Points Series.
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Images from the XOD racing season
List of all XOD trophies
Reserve a table in advance to avoid disappointment.
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Sponsored by Spencers New Forest
The XOD fleet is keen to welcome new members of any age. Sharing is very successful and ensures better usage. Dinghy sailors thinking of moving on to a keel boat and still looking for competitive family sailing at a reasonable cost should try an XOD. If you would like to crew, please e-mail Liz Field by clicking the link embedded in her name and provide her with details of your sailing experience and availability. Liz will either be able to introduce you straight away to a helm looking for crew or will keep your details and match them to any request she may receive later in the season to fill a vacancy.
Captain of XODs: Phil Brewer [email protected] X One Design Class Association: www.xonedesign.org.uk Lymington XOD Facebook group