wondering which boat to get next year

   Yes I know that this year is only just started but I like to plan ahead....
I am just after advice on what boat to think about next as I am having trouble thinking of many choices. I weigh about 53 kg, am about 5'6" tall (and am 38 so will not change much now except get a bit heavier maybe!). I have a Pico with a sport sail which I do love except when its really windy ( though thanks to everyones tips from my last posting in the beginners forum can manage strong winds better!). 
I also have a laser with a 4.7 sail which I have only sailed once as I did not like it and preferred the pico. Mainly as I nearly concussed myself every time I tacked or gybed as the boom is so low. That or got the mainsheet stuck round the transom  I only got the laser as it was v cheap and I thought I should progress into a more 'grown up' boat. It may have been a false economy though as it has all old style control lines which are not so easy to adjust...I know all boats take a bit of getting used to, and I will try it in lighter winds in the summer, but so far I am not keen. 
So I have been looking round at what boats there are for people about my weight range apart from toppers and picos. I am not that good at sailing - I can do basic stuff and have raced a couple of times, but I need lots and lots of practice. When I am good ( in about 10 years time) I am planning on a non foiling moth ( if theyre still around then). But in the meantime I am wondering about the Byte CII, think I am too light for a europe or a streaker. 
I will only be sailing on the sea, and want to do handicap racing with it. The only single handed boats out much at my sailing club are toppers and lasers, then the odd rs800 or finn.  I might just stick with my Pico, but would quite like something that you can adjust a few more bits on to aim for. 
Any suggestions gratefully received !
Claire

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clairey Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Newbie Joined: 14 Dec 09 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 9	Post Options Post Reply Quote clairey Report Post Quote Reply Topic: wondering which boat to get next year Posted: 19 May 10 at 3:11pm
	Yes I know that this year is only just started but I like to plan ahead.... I am just after advice on what boat to think about next as I am having trouble thinking of many choices. I weigh about 53 kg, am about 5'6" tall (and am 38 so will not change much now except get a bit heavier maybe!). I have a Pico with a sport sail which I do love except when its really windy ( though thanks to everyones tips from my last posting in the beginners forum can manage strong winds better!). I also have a laser with a 4.7 sail which I have only sailed once as I did not like it and preferred the pico. Mainly as I nearly concussed myself every time I tacked or gybed as the boom is so low. That or got the mainsheet stuck round the transom I only got the laser as it was v cheap and I thought I should progress into a more 'grown up' boat. It may have been a false economy though as it has all old style control lines which are not so easy to adjust...I know all boats take a bit of getting used to, and I will try it in lighter winds in the summer, but so far I am not keen. So I have been looking round at what boats there are for people about my weight range apart from toppers and picos. I am not that good at sailing - I can do basic stuff and have raced a couple of times, but I need lots and lots of practice. When I am good ( in about 10 years time) I am planning on a non foiling moth ( if theyre still around then). But in the meantime I am wondering about the Byte CII, think I am too light for a europe or a streaker. I will only be sailing on the sea, and want to do handicap racing with it. The only single handed boats out much at my sailing club are toppers and lasers, then the odd rs800 or finn. I might just stick with my Pico, but would quite like something that you can adjust a few more bits on to aim for. Any suggestions gratefully received ! Claire

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: 19 May 10 at 5:33pm
	Europe may suit if you find one with the most flexable mast. Thats one dissadvantage with the Europe its not one design and getting parts etc. can be hard. Byte CII is one design so easy to get hold of all the bits etc. The CII rig is a fair bit to get your head round if you are a compleate beginner as it has a traveler and full battons in the sail but on the CII website there is a brilliant video on how the byte Works. Have you looked at the "old" byte rig?

Jack Sparrow Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Visit Member's Homepage Really should get out more Joined: 08 Feb 05 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 2965	Post Options Post Reply Quote Jack Sparrow Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 19 May 10 at 6:00pm
	Perfect for a.... Splash / Flash.
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Jon Emmett Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Visit Member's Homepage Really should get out more Joined: 15 Mar 04 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 988	Post Options Post Reply Quote Jon Emmett Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 19 May 10 at 7:00pm
	At 53 Kgs I would definitely suggest you go down the Byte CII route.
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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: 19 May 10 at 7:16pm
	Re thinking as its next year you ought to be at a level where you could easily pick up the CII's contolls.

clairey Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Newbie Joined: 14 Dec 09 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 9	Post Options Post Reply Quote clairey Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 19 May 10 at 7:53pm
	Thank you for your replies. I like the look of the Byte cII a lot ! I was a bit put off initially as I looked at the list of clubs that had them on their website and I thought they were mostly inland, so I wondered if they werent so good on the sea, but then looking again plenty of people have them on the sea too. I had a look for the Splash after Jack Sparrows suggestion and I did quite like it, but there dont seem to be many around any more... Claire

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jeffers Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Visit Member's Homepage Really should get out more Joined: 29 Mar 04 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 3048	Post Options Post Reply Quote jeffers Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 20 May 10 at 9:11am
	I would suggest you draw up a shortlist of boats and then have a sail in each one. If there are none at your club contact the class association as they may be able to put you in touch with a friendly boat owner who will let you have a go. Were I your weight I would probably choose the Byte CII. I had a go in one a while back and liked it but at 85kg I am waaaay too heavy. You may also want to consider what other wingle handers are sailed where you sail as this will help you in getting to grips with the boat.
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	Claire, Where are you based? Might be worth seeing what is sailed at the clubs local to you. This might help you.
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Guests Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Guest Group	Post Options Post Reply Quote Guests Quote Reply Posted: 20 May 10 at 10:53am
	Hi Claire, You say there are Toppers at yuor club? Join them! You are the right size, they are much simpler (and more indestructable) than most alternatives and if you really don't like it you'll be able to sell on in a week for no loss. There are also open meetings galore if you ever feel like sailing in a bigger fleet. The Byte is quite twitchy from memory. Edited by Peaky