Topaz Tres, Topaz Vibe or RS Feva XL?

Wow, the Feva seems really good, you guys seem to like it a lot. I looked at it at the London Boat Show and it seemed pretty cool.

The problem is, my brother really seems to dislike the Feva. He just doesn't like the way it looks, and he thinks he will get bored just having a jib and a spinnaker to use sometimes (I'm not sure why he holds that opinion, I'm always fine with just the spinnaker).
He says his favourite by far is the Tres, because he likes the trapeze etc. 
I'm trying to talk him into it  

I will look into the vago aswell, I think I sailed one in France when I was 6 with my dad, not sure though.

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Mister Nick Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Far too distracted from work Joined: 01 Aug 09 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 389	Post Options Post Reply Quote Mister Nick Report Post Quote Reply Topic: Topaz Tres, Topaz Vibe or RS Feva XL? Posted: 02 Aug 09 at 10:58am
	Wow, the Feva seems really good, you guys seem to like it a lot. I looked at it at the London Boat Show and it seemed pretty cool. The problem is, my brother really seems to dislike the Feva. He just doesn't like the way it looks, and he thinks he will get bored just having a jib and a spinnaker to use sometimes (I'm not sure why he holds that opinion, I'm always fine with just the spinnaker). He says his favourite by far is the Tres, because he likes the trapeze etc. I'm trying to talk him into it I will look into the vago aswell, I think I sailed one in France when I was 6 with my dad, not sure though. Edited by Mister Nick

zailor Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Visit Member's Homepage Far too distracted from work Joined: 10 May 09 Location: Penparc Online Status: Offline Posts: 249	Post Options Post Reply Quote zailor Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 02 Aug 09 at 12:20pm
	I dont think the Trez trapeze will keep you thrilled for long I think thats for kids. If you really want to trapeze then the S rig Laser vago. I have it now and I can sail that solo at 60KG. The reefing option lets you use it in the windier stuff. If you have not trapezed before or are new to Aysametrics I still think the feva is best. If he thinks he will get bored try to borrow one when its very windy. you wont want to sail anything else!!!!!

gerunamo=] Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Groupie Joined: 30 Nov 07 Online Status: Offline Posts: 94	Post Options Post Reply Quote gerunamo=] Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 02 Aug 09 at 3:56pm
	i was a crew in feva national squad for a year or so and there is plenty for the crew to do in the feva... for example upwind you are in control of the jib, kicker, and outhaul. i really recommend the feva as it an awesome little boat which can deliver the thrills without a lot of spills.. also they are easy to get hold of and get rid of. i can however honestly say that is notthe best thing in a F6 but they are very well-mannered and easy to sail when it gets windy.. just the gybes can sometimes be an issue. feel free to pm with any more questions as i would be happy to help g=]
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Mister Nick Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Far too distracted from work Joined: 01 Aug 09 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 389	Post Options Post Reply Quote Mister Nick Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 02 Aug 09 at 6:16pm
	Wow, I didn't think the feva would get such a good response . I think I will probably go for the Feva then, thanks very much everyone, you have all been really helpful!