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    Posted: 29 May 14 at 2:38pm
Originally posted by frow3n

the musto was ok... only capsized in the lulls really... and the occasional unexplained downwind capsize. Capsizes interestingly enough were all to windward

sounds like me... diagnosis = didn't read the water & move quick enough.  

I had the same issues with my 600, arguably it was actually harder, as off wind, I found the kite gave massive stability, not to mention the chines giving a little bit of grace.    

I loved both boats for when I had them, but I do think they required far more commitment than I could give them, hence it was the right decision to have loved and lost, than not loved at all. 

A 14 would be worse- same level of commitment expected from 2 people's diaries.  

The obvious question.... why not get a singlehanded skiff?  Or a Moth.  


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Originally posted by frow3n

the musto was ok... only capsized in the lulls really... and the occasional unexplained downwind capsize. Capsizes interestingly enough were all to windward

Sounds like it wasn't very windy then; as Jack says have another go when there is some real breeze then think about it ...

The 800 is pretty tame compared to a 14.
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I found the 800 easy to sail. No problems at all :) I'm giving the musto another go soon so we'll see how that goes
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Hello,

As a current 14 owner, would be great to get more youth in the class.

If you two are Serious about 14s we can sort a ride for you (In my boat, with me). I sail at Bough Beech and would be happy to take one of you out for a go and release you two depending on competence.

Warning! 14s are fairly addictive .......
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Originally posted by BBSCFaithfull

Hello,

As a current 14 owner, would be great to get more youth in the class.

If you two are Serious about 14s we can sort a ride for you (In my boat, with me). I sail at Bough Beech and would be happy to take one of you out for a go and release you two depending on competence.

Warning! 14s are fairly addictive .......

I shall have a chat to the crew about having a go and let you know, I personally have no trapeze harness (helm of the 29er). I will get back to you though. 

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Nice one Alex,
That is the boat to get, its an absolute steal.
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