Fife “Clio” Specifications:
LOA:
LOD: 45′ 9″
LWL: 30′ 0″
Beam: 9′ 6″
Draft: 6′ 8″
Sail Area: 1,080 sq ft
Hull Number: 686
Rig: Gaff Sloop
Designer: William Fife III
Built by: Fife, Fairlie, Scotland
Year Built: 1921
Known Racing History:
In launching the 30 foot restrictive class this Fife design was similar to that of his later 8 metres, but with an additional coachroof allowing reasonable cruising accommodations. At 64 Fife built Cleo on spec for himself, along with A F Sharman’s sister ship, which immediately drew considerable attention.