Monark 606 is a sailboat class designed by Pelle Petterson and built in about 800 copies. It is a small type of lightweight racing keelboat and has an excellent combination of stability and key characteristics of the dinghy. For example, it is very easy to

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and increase speed drastically due to an excellent design, a flat bottom, a high-performance sail area, and a high

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. The 606 has a large cockpit relative to its size and allows for moving about easily, with the rudder positioned on the

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. It offers numerous opportunities for trimming, combined with liberal rules for its class, and is well-suited for coastal cruising and competitive racing. Combined, these capabilities allow for a sporty and versatile boat that especially in Scandinavia appeals to enthusiasts. National championships are regularly held in Scandinavia and Finland.Baringden
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{{Authority control 1970s sailboat type designs Sailboat type designs by Swedish designers Keelboats Sailing yachts designed by Pelle Pettersson

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