Topper Cruz Classic?

   We're looking for a family dinghy for lake sailing (and possibly very slow racing in the menagerie!) but that we could take on holiday and try day cruising.  We've seen adverts for a Topper Cruz Classic which might fit the bill but have never seen one at our club and can't find out much about them even on the Topper site (poss discontinued?). 
I saw a couple of negative mentions in other forums but maybe this is a 'horses for courses' thing?  Any experience or comments would be very welcome.

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AlwaysOnshore Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Newbie Joined: 18 Aug 07 Online Status: Offline Posts: 5	Post Options Post Reply Quote AlwaysOnshore Report Post Quote Reply Topic: Topper Cruz Classic? Posted: 03 Aug 08 at 11:37pm
	We're looking for a family dinghy for lake sailing (and possibly very slow racing in the menagerie!) but that we could take on holiday and try day cruising. We've seen adverts for a Topper Cruz Classic which might fit the bill but have never seen one at our club and can't find out much about them even on the Topper site (poss discontinued?). I saw a couple of negative mentions in other forums but maybe this is a 'horses for courses' thing? Any experience or comments would be very welcome.

Alex C Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Posting king Joined: 18 Mar 04 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 108	Post Options Post Reply Quote Alex C Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 03 Aug 08 at 11:57pm
	Yes they have been discontinued as Topper are focussing on their plastic boat range…. I’ve never sailed one before, but I enjoyed learning in the Sport 14 which is quite similar I think. From what I can remember it sounds ideal for what you’re after spacious, relatively lightweight (compared to the competition) and practical asymmetric kite. Don’t take too seriously the negative banter which surrounds the Topper range. I’ve had nothing but good experiences with their boats. They don’t offer the most refined of performance but given your criteria that shouldn’t be an issue.


Noble Marine Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Visit Member's Homepage Posting king Joined: 09 May 05 Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire Online Status: Offline Posts: 126	Post Options Post Reply Quote Noble Marine Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 04 Aug 08 at 9:34am
	It might already be the one you're looking at, but there's one for sale on the Noble Marine website at http://www.noblemarine.co.uk/boatsforsale/boat/11452/ A boat like this would certainly be suitable for day sailing and general family sailing, and I would agree with all of the comments made by Alex C.
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AlwaysOnshore Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Newbie Joined: 18 Aug 07 Online Status: Offline Posts: 5	Post Options Post Reply Quote AlwaysOnshore Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 04 Aug 08 at 9:42pm
	Thanks both - very positive after the comments I read on another forum. It looks to have bags of space and even built in storage (useful for the sandwiches!). Our 3 children (11,8 and 3) would mean 5 in the boat so it needs to this sort of size to cope (or for us to cope!). Not sure how stable it is though or whether size makes it very heavy to right?. Anyway we are going to take a look so I'll keep you posted.

cobramould Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Newbie Joined: 13 Nov 10 Location: UK Online Status: Offline Posts: 1	Post Options Post Reply Quote cobramould Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 13 Nov 10 at 3:51pm
	Hi, I am selling my Topper Cruz on Ebay at present. The Ebay reference number is. 150516207567. If you are interested have a look and email if you cannot find it on Ebay I can send you all the details. They really are superb family boats. We have had 4 adults and 4 children in ours for a gentle sail and a picnic. Great fun and really safe. Hope to hear from you,

bornskiffyish Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Newbie Joined: 21 Apr 10 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 25	Post Options Post Reply Quote bornskiffyish Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 13 Nov 10 at 6:36pm
	its been over two years, chances are they've brought a boat Edited by bornskiffyish - 13 Nov 10 at 6:37pm

AlwaysOnshore Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Newbie Joined: 18 Aug 07 Online Status: Offline Posts: 5	Post Options Post Reply Quote AlwaysOnshore Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 16 Nov 10 at 6:43am
	Hi - Many thanks for replies - it was very kind of you to get back to me though unfortunately the offer is too late for us. We eventually bought a 1997 Wayfarer and are very happy with it. We have trailed and cruised inland this summer with 2 adults and 3 children aboard as well as at our sailing club. I like the lightness and excellent value for money of the Cruz but in the end the advice and support of the Wayfarer fleet at the club won us over plus the solid resale value should we ever decide to go for something bigger!!! Thanks once again to all who replied. Good luck with your sale.