Doublehander for 2 lightweights

There's some odd views being expressed in this thread that really are down to people's prejudices. I'm not sure how some of you can objectively offer advice that is so biased. There are a large number of boats out there suitable, the difficulty is getting a chance to sail them so the crew that asked the original question can make their own decision.

I sail a not too strict OD but there is nothing wrong with something stricter (like the Laser II) or less restrictive N12 or Cherub. There is a slight cost implication, especially when you start to get near the front of the open fleet but that applies just as much to ODs How often do the top laser sailors change their sails, is it £400 a throw, 2 or 3 times a season?

When you're learning making fewer mistakes is far more important than new sails or a carbon mast... Dependent on your ability something which is a bit forgiving might be important so you don't spend all your time swimming!

What is probably most important if you are going to start racing is what your local club sails = help, advice and some competition so you can judge your pace against others. If you plan to go to opens then local class is not so important but still nice to have someone to sail with when at your local club.

I hope this helps a bit!

Edited by Garry

i think u cherub boys are talking sh*t i just dont know how u can make a competative boat for £1500 that is crazy  u would have to know alot of people or just be very good at stealing. 

well u can get a 4k for just under 2000 and it is fully competative.  sails cost alot in any class but they are always going to be cheaper in a devolpment class cos the sailmakers have some compertion unlike laser who dont.

Originally posted by carshalton fc i think u cherub boys are talking sh*t i just dont know how u can make a competative boat for £1500 that is crazy  u would have to know alot of people or just be very good at stealing.

Firstly, you don't have to make a compeitive boat for £1500, you can buy one.

Secondly, it has nothing to do with knowing people or stealing, it's called sailing a class which isn't controlled by a manufacturer.

Edited by Strawberry

Not at all. It just seems that I have made a very reasonable suggestion to someone lookin for advice. And through that three forumites have taken the opportunity to slate Cherubs. It's completely uncalled for. What have you got against Cherubs?

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Originally posted by carshalton fc i think u cherub boys are talking sh*t i just dont know how u can make a competative boat for £1500 that is crazy  u would have to know alot of people or just be very good at stealing.

If youd like me to run through my project costs so far then drop me a PM.
However, if you do that you might be forced to accept that development classes are just not as expensive as you keep trying to mindlessly claim which would be a shame for your egos sake.