The International 110 Designed in 1939 by famed naval architect Ray Hunt, the International 110 has evolved into a hot one-design racing class with numerous fleets in New England, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, West Coast, Hawaii, and the Philippines. The 110 is a 24 foot long, 4 foot wide, hard chined, double ended, flat bottomed, keel boat, with crew trapeze, jib roller furler and bow-launched spinnaker. Newer boats are fiberglass construction, but the older plywood boats remain competitive. The 110 is virtually unsinkable and new models are self-rescuing. The boat is extremely seaworthy and responsive in all conditions. It is an ideal one-design racer for sailors of all ages and skill levels. More information is available on the International 110 Class site. New Boats A new International 110 is virtually indestructible and will be a member of your family for many decades. In other words, it is not a "tupperware" boat that pops out of the mold and becomes soggy after a few seasons. Information on a new 110 can be obtained from Westease Yachts, 100 Aniline Road, Holland, MI 49424 (616-394-0076). Used Boats for Sale There are three race-ready International 110s for sale in the Chicago area. For information, contact Fleet Secretary John Huff (email: jhuff@huffandgaines.com or phone: 312-664-0257 (H), 312-606-0700 (x231) (W) or Fleet Captain Wally Heinichen (email: fortuna5766@aol.com or pager: 312-837-9100).
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