The Flying Scot Fleet
2020 Flying Scott Event Calendar
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The Flying Scot is a 19-foot day sailer that is sailed throughout North America. The large, deep cockpit is ideal for family sailing, providing safe, comfortable sailing for up to eight people. If your interest is racing, a crew of two or three will find the Scot a great boat for competition at all levels. The Flying Scot is easily trailered and rigged; and can be launched in as little as 12" of water.
The Flying Scot was designed in 1957 by Gordon K. (Sandy) Douglass. New Flying Scots have been in constant production since 1957. Currently, new Scots are identically constructed by Flying Scot, Inc., and strict class rules prevent changes that could make older boats obsolete. With over 5300 boats built, used boats are available as well. In 1998, the Flying Scot was awarded the high honor of being included in the American Sailing Hall of Fame. The Scot's performance offers thrills to even the experienced sailor and provides for tight, competitive racing. There are more than 100 fleets racing Flying Scots in the USA and Canada. The Scot is normally raced with a crew of two or three. The sail plan consists of main, jib and spinnaker. Simple rigging and uniform construction fosters tactical racing. |
The Flying Scot Sailing Association sponsors many national, district and regional events each year. In addition to the North American Championship (open to any Scot sailor who wishes to attend), there is a Wife/Husband National Championship, a Midwinters, a bi-annual Canadian National Championship along with many regional, district and local events with distinctive individual character. The Flying Scot has been used for many of the US Sailing events including the Mallory, Adams, Sears Cup Championships and Championship of Champions. The Scot helped premier sailing to the Special Olympics World Games in 1995 as the official two athlete boat.
Racing fleets, however, only account for about one-half of the Flying Scots sailing. The boat is an excellent gunkhole cruiser and family daysailer. There are frequent non-race events in popular cruising areas. Sailing a Flying Scot can be like joining a large family -- the class is well known for welcoming new sailors and helping them improve, strong friendships and great social events.
Racing fleets, however, only account for about one-half of the Flying Scots sailing. The boat is an excellent gunkhole cruiser and family daysailer. There are frequent non-race events in popular cruising areas. Sailing a Flying Scot can be like joining a large family -- the class is well known for welcoming new sailors and helping them improve, strong friendships and great social events.
