Julian Bethwaite
Julian Bethwaite (born July 14, 1957 in Auckland , New Zealand) is an Australian designer of sailing dinghies, especially skiffs from Sydney .
His designs include the B14 , the Olympic 49er and its youth version, the 29er .
Before the construction of these series boats, Julian Bethwaite had a decisive influence on the construction of today's 18 footers . With his constructions several world championship titles were won in this boat class .
Julian Bethwaite is the son of Frank Bethwaite , who also sailed and constructed.
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SURNAME | Bethwaite, Julian |
BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Australian designer of sailing dinghies |
DATE OF BIRTH | July 14, 1957 |
PLACE OF BIRTH | Auckland , New Zealand |