Elwood Widmer (E. W.) "Skip" Etchells (1911-1998)
Edit thisElwood Widmer (E. W.) "Skip" Etchells (1911-1998) was a naval architect, boat builder and world championship sailor. He is best remembered now for the one-design racing boat that bears his name, the International Etchells Class, a 30’6” keelboat that he designed in 1966. One of the most competitive classes in sailboat racing, the Etchells is often the boat of choice for the world's top sailors, including America's Cup veteran Dennis Conner, a three-time world champion in the class. A graduate... more
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- Bruce Kirby Designer / Naval Architect (Rowayton, Connecticut)
- Tripp Design Naval Architecture Designer / Naval Architect (South Norwalk, Connecticut)
- Brendan Dobroth Designer / Naval Architect (North Haven, Connecticut)
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Elwood Widmer (E. W.) "Skip" Etchells (1911-1998)
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