Lough Derg Yacht Club recently took delivery of a new Tirion sailing boat, part funded by the Lotto. The boat is of Dutch design with a shallow keel, ideal for sailing on the lake. It has a large cockpit area which is perfect for wheelchair access and has room below for two berths.
The boom is high so that beginner sailors can enjoy learning to sail without the fear of hitting their head. It has three sails, a jib, main and spinnaker. It comes with a road trailer so that it can be sailed at sites other than Lough Derg. The boat will be available for charter to club members or for sailing courses for adults and children.
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