by
Stuart M Roy
Naval Architect and Surveyor
Stuart M Roy
Naval Architect and Surveyor
YACHT & POWERCRAFT DESIGN SERVICES
The HiP30 One-Design Dayboat-Racer
Our sleek and sexy sportsboat design for High Performance Yachts Ltd is intended to “create and set the latest trends” as part of the company’s mission to offer a range of distinctive high performance sailing yachts.
The design objectives were to combine striking aesthetics and exhilarating performance with ease of handling under sail, both single-handed or with a crew of three (and up to six). A lifting keel and removable rudder facilitate launching and recovery operations.
Built by race boat specialists Harley Racing Yachts of Cowes, UK, with some components CNC-cut for ultimate accuracy, the HiP30 utilises the latest composite materials, carbon fibre spars and “state of the art” sail materials. The high-quality deck gear is by leading suppliers including Harken and Spinlock. Both inboard diesel saildrive or petrol outboard options are available.
Inside the cabin there is attractive accommodation for 3-4 in a carefully-coordinated interior design scheme.
Overall the HiP30 matches the style of a high-performance sports car, being long, slim, stylish and sexy. It is also surprisingly affordable.
Fully fitted out, complete with a teak-laid deck and an impressive inventory of high-quality fittings and equipment, it completed sailing trials off Cowes in late 2004.
Inside the cabin there is attractive accommodation for 3-
Overall the HiP30 matches the style of a high-
Fully fitted out, complete with a teak-
Not only is it very fast and responsive with great acceleration, this lovely yacht is also beautifully balanced with excellent control from the high-aspect ratio rudder. The bulb keel and carefully designed hull sections give the boat impressive stability making her comfortable for both cruising and racing. Click here for more HiP30 sailing photographs.
The HiP30 is available from January 2008 as a finished yacht or as a set of GRP mouldings for home completion. Prices start at just £9000 for the basic GRP mouldings with various options available at additional cost including a 9hp inboard diesel engine installation. Please telephone (number below) for more details.
The HiP30 is available from January 2008 as a finished yacht or as a set of GRP mouldings for home completion. Prices start at just £9000 for the basic GRP mouldings with various options available at additional cost including a 9hp inboard diesel engine installation. Please telephone (number below) for more details.
Latest: July 2008 - Hip 30 No. 001 is FOR SALE
£29,000 with superb sails, deck gear, road trailer.
Latest: Hip 30 No. 001 (as pictured) is FOR SALE