Welcome to the International 505 site. THE BEST TWO PERSON SAILING ON THE PLANET. THE BEST WAY TO GET A FEEL FOR THE BOAT IS TO TAKE A RIDE. The first thing you will notice about a 505 is sheer acceleration compared to other dinghies. It’s simply exhilarating and will make you never want to sail a slower boat again.

The International 505 is a One-Design high-performance two-person monohull planing sailing dinghy, with spinnaker, utilising a trapeze for the crew. The origins of the class began in 1953 with the creation of the 18-foot ' Coronet ' dinghy designed by John Westell.

The 5O5 is a double-handed boat that incorporates a light weight, high performance hull design with a powerful sail plan and one trapeze. The boat is unique in that it has outstanding performance in all conditions. In light air it is quick and responsive, and in breeze it just goes faster. Planing begins in 10 knots of wind.

You may have heard that 505’s are some of the most well-made dinghy’s around. Many 505’s can stay competitive for an indefinite period of time when well cared for. Some older 505’s were not built as well, and may not be worth spending time and money on to get back on the race course.

A challenging boat that rewards athleticism, subtle steering and trimming techniques, as well as tactical excellence. It is a singlehanded Olympic class boat for both men and women and is sailed at the club, national and international levels.

Aug 21, 2023 · A high-performance two-person dinghy, the 505 is known for its speed, agility, and tactical prowess. However, mastering this sailing technique requires not only skill but also a profound understanding of the boat’s dynamics and strategic thinking.

Jun 1, 2020 · As one of the earliest 505 dinghies, US 23 is a specimen of this durable yet forward-looking two-person performance dinghy, which retained its key characteristics while keeping up with the times. The boats hold up and fetch good money on the used-boat market.

Developed from the CORONET, the 505 soon became an international gold standard for high performance dinghys. The class rules have allowed experimentation in both rigging and construction techniques so that, as can be seen, many well known builders have, at one time or another, been involved in the building of 505s.

A powerful sail plan and easy-to-adjust rig that can be adjusted while racing ensures this challenging doublehanded trapeze dinghy performs superbly—from 30 knot smokers to light-air breezes.

Rondar boats dominated the recent 505 Worlds at Kiel Germany, with first to fourth overall and 11 boats in the top twelve. Rondar Boats have been building the 505 dinghy for over 25 years and are now the predominant builder, winning over 180 …