Twister (yacht)

Kim Holman was born in Cornwall and established himself as a yacht designer on the English East Coast after World War II.

On request of one of his clients he designed a small sailing yacht, optimised for the rating rule at that time, with lines inspired by the Folkboat.

After a few years demand came for a yacht with the same looks, but with more length, space and seaworthiness, while still keeping the same rating as the Stella.

[1] Most Twisters nowadays are used for cruising, and although they generally have bunks for four crew, they provide ample, cosy accommodation for two people.

The Twister is a "modern classic" in which many long voyages (Atlantic circuits, circumnavigation) have been made.