Measurer's Memo: Weights at the 1961 Nationals

Chief Measurer Dave Minton reports on the weight data from the 1961 National Championships at Racine. All competing boats were weighed and compared, revealing the scale calibration was 7 pounds low at the lightest and 11 pounds low at the heaviest. The data shows weight distribution across the fleet and discusses implications for future championships.

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• measurement
• boat specifications
• national championships
• technical