Vago in flesh

funny how the Vago-specific thread got taken over by Mirror/Optimist opinions. The reason I chose Vago is that it seems to be in the sweet spot of price/size/complexity/modern design, made by the only manufacturer with the truly global distribution network. All this gives it a better shot at becoming the new Laser than any other boat.

In the meanwhile, my shipping date was delayed by 1 week - supposed to be shipped (to Italy) on July 12ths. How many RS boats or Toppers are there in Italy or Germany (my locations) compared to Lasers? Almost none.

Yes, may be one day when my sons grow up we will have the skills to sail the 49ers. Or may be they will take up cat sailing like their dad. If speed were the only considerations there would not be any dinghy sailing - I can run circles around any RS boat in my catamaran, and sail much faster than (comparable sailor skill) 49er. Yet I am also buying the Vago, because I think it is the best deal around in dinghies on fun/performance/price and will grow into one of the largest "classes" globally (also = resale value).

I agree with the sentiment, i.e. most people seem to view a boat's speed as the only criteria to consider, which is why I am buying a Vago and not a second hand Laser 4000. I personaly want to sail a boat that challanges my skills without overwhelming them. I do however see the Vago as a stepping stone to a higher performance dinghy in the future, if I continue to learn and improve. It is for that reason that I haven't and wouldn't consider a Mirror, not because I think the Mirror is in any way a bad dinghy. Indeed the Mirror from a historical stand point provided a very cheap way for a lot of people to go sailing. I for one love the fact that we have so much choice in what dinghy to sail, i.e. it should be impossible not to find a dinghy suitable for anybodies personal requirements. 

it also allows more volume in the bow underwater so that buoyancy distribution is improved

Cheers BNS (the peace keeper)