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MarkH
Newbie Joined: 06 Jul 04 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 2 |
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Topic: Laser 2000 etc Posted: 06 Jul 04 at 6:10pm |
I am getting back to dinghies after a long break sailing cruising yachts
around the south coast & Solent. At present my wife is learning and the two kids (8 & 5) are enthusiastic but total novices when it comes to dinghy sailing. I'm looking for something we can all get out in but would also suit double or even single handing in the right conditions. Main sailing area is likely to be Chichester harbour (plan to look at HISC, Langstone & Dell Quay this weekend) and we will cruise more than race, although the latter is likely to be on the cards once the skills and confidence are back in place. At the moment I'm considering a Laser 2000 or as a smaller alternative the RS Feva - any views on the suitability / merits of these would be appreciated, as would as any other suggestions (the Comet Trio has been mentioned as has the new 2000 type contender from RS). Many thanks for any thoughts... |
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Garry
Really should get out more Joined: 18 Apr 04 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 536 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 06 Jul 04 at 6:48pm |
I would have thought a Wayfarer, Enterprise or GP14 a better bet. And two oppies for the kids
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Garry
Lark 2252, Contender 298 www.cuckoos.eclipse.co.uk |
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MarkH
Newbie Joined: 06 Jul 04 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 2 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 07 Jul 04 at 3:21pm |
Thanks for this Garry- certainly the Wayfarer might be a decent idea. I
used to sail them as a kid but its so long ago I'd prety much forgotten about them! Maybe just one oppie for the kids though! Mark |
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Croff
Newbie Joined: 30 Jun 04 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 30 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 09 Jul 04 at 12:29am |
Having sailed and taught on just about all the boats you mentioned (barr the feva, but i have sailed an rs200 for a season). I think the feva would definately be too small especially for 4 people, and even for you and your wife as it was developed as a youth trainer. The laser 2000 is a really nice boat to sail with quite a lot of space and stability and an easy to launch kite. Wayfarers are definatly a good idea though having taught kids on a wayfarer it can get a bit dull. I think another boat that should maybe be considered is the Laser Stratos, given the fact its available with many options. First of all you can choose between a centreboard or a lifting keel, also you can get an asymetric kite, and even a trapeze which will be great fun for the kids trust me.
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hurricane
Really should get out more Joined: 15 Mar 04 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 1047 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 16 Jul 04 at 6:40pm |
the stratos is a scaled up 2000 so they it is the cost that makes the choice of stratos or 2000 a trapeze option is available on the 2000 but is out of class same as on the stratos |
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Chris Noble
Really should get out more Joined: 26 Nov 04 Location: Scotland Online Status: Offline Posts: 710 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 26 Nov 04 at 8:08pm |
why do they bother making it available then if its against class, its such a pointless thing to ban!
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Competitive Boat Insurance From Noble Marine
FOR SALE: I14 2 Masts 2 poles 3 Booms, Foils Kites/Mains/Jibs too many to list. |
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hurricane
Really should get out more Joined: 15 Mar 04 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 1047 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 26 Nov 04 at 9:17pm |
for people who only like to cruise
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rosi 135
Newbie Joined: 30 Nov 04 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 7 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 30 Nov 04 at 8:51pm |
How about a mirror for the kids? its really easy to sail and is ideal for 2 people
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sailor girl
Really should get out more Joined: 13 Jun 04 Location: Spain Online Status: Offline Posts: 1031 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 30 Nov 04 at 9:19pm |
don't go for the comet trio, they are horrible boats
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