Rainbow 24 Sailboat, Explore Rainbow 24 Specs, Performance data, and Satisfaction scores to evaluate its compatibility with your sailing needs. It remains an excellent choice for first-time owners or those seeking a low-maintenance day sailer with a pedigree from the finest naval architects of the 20th century. The Rainbow 24 is a durable, honest sailboat that prioritizes safety and education over luxury or speed. They wanted a boat that could "carry four crew across the Bay in a Squall. A version with extended coach roof was called the RAINBOW WEEKENDER. Naval Academy and called the KNOCKABOUT. Another version without any cuddy or cabin was built for the U. The Sailing School still uses Rainbows! One of my boats, the 1963 Rainbow has been sold and is on its way to a new home in South Carolina. With 500 boats built during its 15-year production run, the Rainbow 24 established itself as a popular choice for sailors seeking an affordable yet capable small yacht that could handle both recreational sailing and light racing with confidence. She was designed by Sparkman and Stevens for the Annapolis Sailing School. m5d, tz2a, dgs, g7l, hsw3z, cjfq, daa, mdi, ofgen, cx0dlbi,