Wavelength 24
HULL
The hull of the Wavelength 24 is one piece 100% hand laid-up fiberglass
utilizing alternating layers of fiberglass matt and fiberglass woven
roving to achieve superior strength and maximum rigidity for its weight.
Each layer of fiberglass is hand saturated with resin and then squeegeed
to remove all excess resin, thus insuring the highest strength-to-weight
ratio. Areas where excess loads occur, such as in the chainplates and mast
step, are reinforced with additional layers of fiberglass.
Superior keel strength is accomplished by the installation of an aluminum
floor which is bonded to the hull to carry the load of the keel throughout
the hull. Hull strength is further achieved by bonding the interior as one
piece.
KEEL
The keel is constructed of cast lead. It is attached to the hull with five
3/4 inch stainless steel keel bolts. The lead is encased in a fiberglass
shell to permit easy maintenance. The keel is an advanced trapezoidal foil
section designed by Lars Bergstrom.
RUDDER & TILLER
The large and powerful balanced rudder is placed well aft for good
control. It is constructed with a large steel backbone and a stainless
steel shaft. The blade itself is high density filler encased in a
fiberglass shell. The rudder head is stainless steel and the tiller is
laminated ash and mahogany.
DECK & DECK HARDWARE
The deck of the Wavelength 24 has been updated to provide a larger,
more comfortable cockpit, to give the boat a more modern appearance, and
to accommodate more modern sail handling techniques. The main cabin
bulkhead has been moved forward 20 inches, and the sides of the cockpit
have been rounded to eliminate the sharp edges and provide more
comfortable seating. New deck hardware is used throughout, and the clean,
efficient layout is based on the experiences of people who actually sail
and race the boat.
The only halyard that leads aft is the genoa halyard, which goes to a
winch on the port side. The #3 jib track is located just aft of the
chainplate, the genoa track is long enough to accommodate the #1 and #2
genoas, and the lead can be moved under load. The mainsheet traveler on
the new deck is on the cockpit sole so it does not cut the cockpit in
half; and there is a 32:1 coarse and fine tune backstay control system on
centerline. The winches are arranged for cross sheeting; and the spinnaker
sheet is lead aft through blocks, then forward to ratchet blocks with cam
cleats nearby for easy sail handling.
The bow pulpit, stern rails, lifelines and stanchions are standard. An
outboard bracket is also standard.
SPARS & RIGGING
The mast is aluminum and is painted white. The mast has double
spreaders and is held in place by Rigger’s Choice 1 x 19 stainless steel
rigging and turnbuckles. All of the halyards and the topping lift for the
spinnaker pole are internal. The genoa halyard exits the mast and goes to
the deck and then aft to a winch on the port side. The spinnaker halyard
and spinnaker topping lift exit the mast and go to cleats that are on
swivel bases at the base of the mast. The main halyard exits the mast
below deck and also cleats on the mast.
All halyards and the spinnaker pole topping lift are tapered low-stretch
line. The spinnaker pole is carried on the boom when not in use and is
anodized aluminum. The boom is also aluminum and has internal outhaul and
mainsail reef line systems. The mainsheet attaches near the end of the
boom for maximum control.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Wavelength 24’s standard electrical system includes three cabin
lights, Coast Guard-certified running lights, a 12-volt battery, and a
switch and distribution panel.
INTERIOR
The interior of the new Wavelength 24 is simple and straightforward.
Compared to other 24-foot performance sailboats, this interior is light,
airy, and roomy.
The amidships bunks are hammock-style bunks which provide good support and
comfort when racing and also give excellent access to the storage space
under them. Fabric with storage pockets is suspended on the sides of the
hull to add a warm feeling to the interior and to provide efficient
storage for equipment and gear. The cabin sole is teak and holly and
provides good access to the bilge and to a lifting eye. The interior
bulkheads are bonded to the hull and deck. The chainplates are stainless
steel. There is an ice chest that also acts as a step into the interior.
And the forepeak is kept open for efficient sail handling and ample sail
storage.
DESIGNER’S COMMENTS – PAUL LINDENBERG
The Wavelength 24 was designed with the MORC rule in mind but not so
much to slow the boat down. During the development stages there were three
prototypes built over a one year period. This 24-footer is an extremely
large boat with long, powerful lines that are free of the bumps and
hollows. These long fair lines allow this boat to handle assuredly in even
the most severe conditions. The large masthead rig and high ballast ratio
assure excellent performance over a wide range of conditions.
STANDARD COLORS:
Hull White
Waterline stripe Dark blue or red
Cove stripe Dark blue or red
Deck Light gray
OPTIONS
Custom hull color
Lifting eye
Lifting strap
Highway trailer with double axles and brakes and mast carriers
Trailer ramp wheel
Bow eye for trailering
Self-contained portable toilet
Specifications are subject to change without notice
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