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49erGBR735HSC 
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 Topic: Laser 2000 vs Magno vs RS Vision vs ?Posted: 03 Apr 05 at 10:33pm |
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You're completely right, the 3000 is fun but you can't really potter about on them and not really suitable for cruising or sailing with small children, The 2000 is a nice boat as I've mentioned, but the RS looks like she could be a nice boat too. I'd definately look at both of them and I think the test sail would be the deciding factor. Have you considered the Topper Omega, the bigger version of the Magno. Looking at both the RS and Omega, they are very similar in size, sail area, etc although I like the look of the RS better but have also heard the Omega is a very good boat.
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Heatrick
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Posted: 03 Apr 05 at 10:15pm |
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Thanks for the offer, the Laser 3000 does look like a blast, but not really what I'm after. I want to be able to potter around with my v. young sons if they show an interest.
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David H Davidson
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49erGBR735HSC
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Posted: 03 Apr 05 at 9:01pm |
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Have you looked at the Laser 3000? A bit of a race boat but also quite tame and really fun. Lots of sailing schools use them and I like them quite a bit. So much so that we've got on sitting in our back garden, looking for a new owner because my brother is moving away from sailing. She's got a good set of sails on her, well looked after and I'd throw in a new kite for free. I'd be willing to sell her for a very reasonable price if you're interested and would also be able to take you out a few times to get used to the boat.
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Heatrick
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Posted: 02 Apr 05 at 10:11pm |
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No problem, I think I know the difference, I just discounted the Laser II as a bit too racey for my needs
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David H Davidson
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redback
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Posted: 02 Apr 05 at 9:33pm |
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Sorry, I might have started this confusion between Laser II and Laser 2000.
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Pierre
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Posted: 02 Apr 05 at 9:01pm |
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We have about 28 Laser 2000 at my club along with 3 club/training ones. They do just fine outside all year long, and require very little maintenance. Check out www.wwsc.org.uk
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Heatrick
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Posted: 02 Apr 05 at 4:44pm |
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So I'm detecting a bias towards a Laser 2000, but how would it fare with being left out in the open all year? And how much more maintenance would it requre than the plastic Vision or Magno? Thanks David |
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Stefan Lloyd
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Posted: 02 Apr 05 at 3:28pm |
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If your objective is to take inexperienced relatives sailing, I wouldn't consider a trapeze boat. |
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lsrguru
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Posted: 02 Apr 05 at 2:44pm |
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2000 is easy to trapeze off, is nice and stable and isn't plastic, so will hold it's price well in resale! Plus the laser dealer up in scotland is a nice guy, Duncan Hepplewhite
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Heatrick
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Posted: 02 Apr 05 at 10:49am |
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Interesting comment on the PYs I can see that the 2000 and the Vision would be closely matched, but do you think the Magno could keep up? It seems to suit me best in terms of size, price and durability. The 2nd hand price of Laser 2s looks attractive, but my assumption is that it would be a more challenging boat than the others and with trapezes probably requires a more experienced helm and crew? |
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