Dix Designs Didi 23 - Hull C

I built this boat for my own use and as a display boat for shows and festivals. I made some modifications to the design including: a retractable electric pod drive, sugar scoop, and extra hull windows.

Length (LOA):  24 feet 8 inches
Beam:  8 feet 1 inch
Actual Weight: 2200 pounds
Displacement: ~2800 pounds
Draft: 18 inches (keel up)
5 ft. 7 inches (keel down)
Ballast: 850 lbs.

Click on the links below for the construction galleries.

Upgrades/Projects
Construction Part 1
Construction Part 2
Construction Part 3
Construction Videos
Photos of the completed project.
  •  10/12/22 - The boat is officially finished after 2 years and 3 months of work.

    10/12/22 - The boat is officially finished after 2 years and 3 months of work.

  •  10/22/22 - Launching DAY!!!

    10/22/22 - Launching DAY!!!

  •  Relaxing at Blake Island State Park

    Relaxing at Blake Island State Park

  •  Trying out a new genoa.

    Trying out a new genoa.

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Videos of boat in use.

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Photos of upgrades and other projects.

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Photos of the construction process.

Link to Gallery Part 1
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Photos of the construction process. Part 2.

Link to Gallery Part 2
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Photos of the construction process. Part 3.

Link to Gallery Part 3
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Videos of the construction process.

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