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They both look lovely and I'm not in the market for either, but what's the pro's and cons of each? Which would you pick?
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kneewrecker ![]() Really should get out more ![]() ![]() Joined: 09 Apr 14 Online Status: Offline Posts: 1586 |
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without any substantive evaluation or rationale judgement ... every time.
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Rupert ![]() Really should get out more ![]() Joined: 11 Aug 04 Location: Whitefriars sc Online Status: Offline Posts: 8956 |
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Haven't sailed a Scorpion since 1986, I think. Sailed Merlins a little round that time, too. Back then, they had a similar handicap, but the Merlin must have moved on a lot since.
I'd pick the Scorpion, for similar reasons to KW's above for the Merlin. |
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Jack Sparrow ![]() Really should get out more ![]() ![]() Joined: 08 Feb 05 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 2965 |
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except the time when you have to pay for it.
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boatshed ![]() Far too distracted from work ![]() Joined: 12 Apr 05 Online Status: Offline Posts: 457 |
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Many years ago, I sailed a season with a pal who had a newish Merlin. I've gotta say it was lovely to sail, especially upwind. A rather suspect a Scorp is less rewarding/harder work/more-pain-less-gain etc on the long upwind legs. Dunno, I could be doing it a disservice. So, I'd take the Merlin. But then I like boats that are quick upwind as it get the hard bit over a bit quicker !
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lol, too true... although all things being equal, you could easily spend more money on a 'silly car' and a lot more money on a something that floats and burns a lot of gas.
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Time Lord ![]() Far too distracted from work ![]() Joined: 03 Dec 13 Location: Warwickshire Online Status: Offline Posts: 301 |
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Only one option - go for the Merlin Rocket and b*gger the cost - you'll spend more on a car and get much less enjoyment.
The other thing to consider are the excellent open circuits that the Merlin's have - both National (Silver Tiller series) and regional eg Midlands and Thames as well as the usual Nationals and Inland champs plus the not to be missed Merlin Rocket week at Salcombe with 120 boats of all ages competing. There is also a Vintage racing scene if you're in to old woodies rather than FRP and carbon fibre. But I will admit to a slight bias! |
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when talking Merlins I'm not sure thats true! LOL
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Time Lord ![]() Far too distracted from work ![]() Joined: 03 Dec 13 Location: Warwickshire Online Status: Offline Posts: 301 |
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Depends what you mean by 'silly car'.
A brand spanking new Merlin Rocket will set you back about the same amount as your normal boring family car. If we are considering a silly, souped up car then a Merlin is considerably cheaper. However, you do not need to buy new as Merlin's are very well built and a good secondhand boat will set you back a lot less than the family car. With a bit of pimping and a good helm/crew you can be competitive. |
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scotsfinn ![]() Far too distracted from work ![]() Joined: 17 May 12 Location: Glasgow Online Status: Offline Posts: 284 |
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Has to be the MERLIN .... why is even ask the question ..... classy, teccccchy and cool is the way to go
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