D-Zero

better than drab

   I'm guessing that much of the target market is for large European lakes, with the UK as a bonus if it can be cracked, a bit like the D1? If the same approch is followed, with the boat being seen as a top notch high class single sailed alternative to what is currently out there, rather than a "built down to a price but still not cheap" rival to the Laser, then it stands a good chance of going places, at least with local fleets growing. And if the class is joining the D1 European circuit, with all those lovely locations, then it certainly has that going for it over the Solo for those who can afford it.

Still think it a shame it isn't called the D-Punk - after all, the word Punk is universal, thanks to Dirty Harry, Blondie and the Clash.

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Rupert Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Really should get out more Joined: 11 Aug 04 Location: Whitefriars sc Online Status: Offline Posts: 8956	Post Options Post Reply Quote Rupert Report Post Quote Reply Topic: D-Zero Posted: 12 Feb 14 at 8:50am
	I'm guessing that much of the target market is for large European lakes, with the UK as a bonus if it can be cracked, a bit like the D1? If the same approch is followed, with the boat being seen as a top notch high class single sailed alternative to what is currently out there, rather than a "built down to a price but still not cheap" rival to the Laser, then it stands a good chance of going places, at least with local fleets growing. And if the class is joining the D1 European circuit, with all those lovely locations, then it certainly has that going for it over the Solo for those who can afford it. Still think it a shame it isn't called the D-Punk - after all, the word Punk is universal, thanks to Dirty Harry, Blondie and the Clash.
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yellowwelly Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Really should get out more Joined: 24 May 13 Online Status: Offline Posts: 2003	Post Options Post Reply Quote yellowwelly Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 12 Feb 14 at 9:39am
	I think we're all fond of the Punk name here- not only because it was catchy and edgy in its own right (as per the design itself), but it was also synonymous with those the deep down sailing desires we all have had- even if most of us never got anything farther forward than the doodle in the back of the homework diary or beer mat. The D-Zero is a mature name, and fits nicely within the Devoti range. D-Punk would time stamp too badly - electro house synth pop is never going to be cool for long, especially if its leading proponents are French. I'm looking forward to seeing the photos and how the brand develops. And thanks Dan for answering the questions- the foils sound ~~sick~~. better than drab [edited for correct audience] Edited by yellowwelly - 12 Feb 14 at 10:19am

Time Lord Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Far too distracted from work Joined: 03 Dec 13 Location: Warwickshire Online Status: Offline Posts: 301	Post Options Post Reply Quote Time Lord Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 12 Feb 14 at 10:07am
	Does Yellowbelly really mean that the foils are 'sick' or does he mean slick?? If the former, from what disease are the foils suffering?
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yellowwelly Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Really should get out more Joined: 24 May 13 Online Status: Offline Posts: 2003	Post Options Post Reply Quote yellowwelly Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 12 Feb 14 at 10:13am
	I knew the use of that word would cause a reaction- dinghy sailors, nothing if not predictable.

iGRF Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Visit Member's Homepage Really should get out more Joined: 07 Mar 11 Location: Hythe Online Status: Offline Posts: 6499	Post Options Post Reply Quote iGRF Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 12 Feb 14 at 10:34am
	As a Time Lord, one might have reasonably expected him to have transcended modern language anomalies. As to the Punk name, other than it making my day or representing a particularly energetic rebirth of music during a period of gross out disco gheyness and coinciding with the explosive growth of the worlds finest watersport, I have no great attachment to it. Having said that D Zero doesn't exactly rock my boat with the obvious negative connotation of the title, but it's a boat, it won't stop me sailing it if I want to, only an absurd colour, horrible sail, or association with someone I regard as a total dick, might do that. Edited by iGRF - 12 Feb 14 at 10:36am
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Time Lord Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Far too distracted from work Joined: 03 Dec 13 Location: Warwickshire Online Status: Offline Posts: 301	Post Options Post Reply Quote Time Lord Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 12 Feb 14 at 10:47am
	This Time Lord was simply keen to know whether Yellowwelly thought the foils would be good or bad. As they are now considered 'drab' what would he like to have done to them to make them attractive? Pink finish perhaps to mirror his Solo? It is all rather academic anyway to this Time Lord as unlike the 'billy no mates', he prefers to have a companion in the shape of a crew.
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yellowwelly Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Really should get out more Joined: 24 May 13 Online Status: Offline Posts: 2003	Post Options Post Reply Quote yellowwelly Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 12 Feb 14 at 10:55am
	I think you would do well to re-read the edit- 'better than drab' before putting out any alleged negativity Drab being something generic on a kick-up seasure stock.... not that that I'm trying to point out potential differences of other craft- existing, speculated or otherwise. Anyway, the nicest foils I've owned were on my Musto Skiff, and I believe similar in style and operation to that on the D-One. Good to see the theme carried through on the D-Zero, so yes, on the info presented here so far, I see good quality foils as a positive. Unlike some others, the thought of owning a dinghy with a proper centreboard fills me with dread.... not so much the board itself, I can see some advantage in canting the CLR, but that effing slot gasket is not worth the benefit. I note on my raceboard it's not called a slot gasket- they go for something simpler, noting it down as 'rubber lips' in the manual.... I'll stop there before any of you merlin sailors get too excited. Edited by yellowwelly - 12 Feb 14 at 11:01am

iGRF Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Visit Member's Homepage Really should get out more Joined: 07 Mar 11 Location: Hythe Online Status: Offline Posts: 6499	Post Options Post Reply Quote iGRF Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 12 Feb 14 at 10:56am
	Dude you sail a Merlin, the chariot straight to rehab. Everybody likes a drink, nobody likes a drunk.
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iitick Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Far too distracted from work Joined: 09 Sep 13 Location: Tunstead Milton Online Status: Offline Posts: 392	Post Options Post Reply Quote iitick Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 12 Feb 14 at 11:14am
	Centre board talk. 'rubber lips' on a Jagger Dagger..... I wish I was not missing the show now, however I do feel that crowds will gather round the 'Punk' stand and ignore the rest...unless there is an alternative innovation of course.

Blue One Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Far too distracted from work Joined: 09 Nov 13 Online Status: Offline Posts: 317	Post Options Post Reply Quote Blue One Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 12 Feb 14 at 11:18am
	James, Slot gaskets are only a problem if your launching and recovering in a beach type situation. If you have slip ways and pontoons they don't cause any trouble.