The 2.4 Metre, which originated in Stockholm in 1983, is an ideal craft for disabled sailors. In the 2.4mR, the helmsperson sits down into the boat facing forward with all the trim controls within arms reach. Because the crew weight is always close to its centre of gravity, the 2.4mR is insensitive to differences in the size of the helmsperson. Instead, 2.4mR racing focuses on sophisticated sail trim, tactics and strategy.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Length: 4.1m
Breadth: 0.8m
Weight: 66kg
Type: Keelboat
Crew: 1
Designer: Scandinavian designers
Year: 1982

Athens 2004 Olympic Results
Gold: Damien SEGUIN - France

Silver: Thomas BROWN - USA

Bronze: Thierry SCHMITTER - Netherlands


Sydney 2000 Olympic Results

Gold: Heiko KROEGER, GER

Silver: Jens Als ANDERSEN, DEN

Bronze: Thomas Taylor BROWN, USA