Boat Looking at the '78 Nationals

Detailed technical analysis of boats at the 1978 Nationals covering hull materials, boards, rudders, rigging, sails, and crews. Discusses construction materials, design innovations, and crew performance trends from the championship.

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• 1978 Nationals
• boat design
• technical analysis
• Cleveland