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Designed in 1927 for the Royal Gothenburg Yacht Club by Johan Anker, the Dragon class soon established itself as an international class, with fleets across Europe and Scandinavia. The initial concept was for a Bermudan-rigged keelboat that provided rudimentary accommodation, and in this way could be used to sail and sleep on, from one regatta to another, as well as cruising for pleasure. After WWII, in 1948, the class was selected for the Olympics, and from that point onwards Dragons were built solely for racing.
However, 'Laju' was built in Sweden in 1933 and has retained the features of a pre-Olympic Dragon. In so doing she provides a very attractive cruiser to be sailed in classic yacht regattas, or simply for cruising in a boat that is a delight to sail. She is in excellent condition, having been fully restored in Devon by John McShea. You can read a bit about Laju's restoration at his website https://devoncraftsman.com/2016/11/25/just-a-little-background/
'Laju' is currently in the Aldeburgh Boatyard having her topsides and brightwork refreshed, and will be ready to sail as soon as the new season comes around! She has her own 4-wheel, braked trailer, which has been regularly serviced with new tyres fitted, as well as her own rowing tender. There is an extensive inventory.
This is a rare opportunity to own a classic, wooden yacht that sails magnificently, as all Dragons do!