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Whomper 
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Joined: 19 Sep 05 Location: Belgium Online Status: Offline Posts: 2 |
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 Topic: Spitfire?Posted: 19 Sep 05 at 8:02pm |
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Hello, I live in Belgium, and i'm very interested in buying a Spitfire. What are the pro's and cons of a Spitfire? Is it true that it's faster then a F18?
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hurricane
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Posted: 19 Sep 05 at 8:47pm |
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its very short thats a con but has a great handicap! |
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lifes to short to sail slow boats!
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Scooby_simon
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Posted: 19 Sep 05 at 9:25pm |
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It's not faster than a F18; If you've been tod that it is, you might be thinking of the F16 which is on a Par with the F18 using the Texel Handicap. The spitfire is "grandfathered" into the F16 class but does have a slower handicap on the SCHRS and Texel systems. |
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Jalani
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Posted: 19 Sep 05 at 9:41pm |
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If you're thinking of buying a Spitfire because you've been told it's faster than an F18 - don't. Buy a Spitfire because you want a Spitfire. That holds true for any boat. Work out what you want from a boat, then look to see what will match your wants and is in your price range. Spitfire pros: Established class (particularly in UK) - good class racing. Reputable manufacturer. Exciting boat to sail. Very manouvreable. Has a good handicap rating. Spitfire cons: Quite expensive when compared to an F16. Quite heavy when compared to an F16. Difficult to sail solo (unlike an F16). More difficult to right from a capsize than an F16. BTW I'm rather pro F16!!!!
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gary145
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Posted: 20 Sep 05 at 9:31pm |
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Best way is to have a sail, easily arranged through the class association.Then you can make up your own mind!
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craiggo
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Posted: 21 Sep 05 at 6:46pm |
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The Spitfire is a great boat, although dont buy one just because someone says its faster than a F18.
It isnt faster than an F18 but in some conditions it can get close. The Spitfire is a little twitchy due to its relatively short length, much like a Cherub. An F18 however is incredibly well behaved and is a true thoroughbred, in cat terms its a 49er, very smooth and controllable and can give you a kick in the ass when the wind gets up. Only buy a Spitfire if your total crew weight is less than 150kg or it will bog down and sail like a pig. F18 is a much better weight carrying boat. However for one-design racing Spitfire is great but only in the UK and France. For worldwide recognition get an F18. |
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gary145
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Posted: 21 Sep 05 at 7:54pm |
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just had a thought, are you in england much? why not visit a big cat open like Grafham where you can see Spitfires sailing along with other designs and the alexandra palace show where you can talk more to the owners! |
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Scooby_simon
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Posted: 21 Sep 05 at 8:28pm |
Good idea Gary; Will you be there - I will |
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gary145
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Posted: 22 Sep 05 at 8:34pm |
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oh yes |
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Scooby_simon
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Posted: 22 Sep 05 at 11:09pm |
Good Ho
Edit to add; you might just spot my boat Edited by Scooby_simon |
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Yes F16 do look good, but i'm rather pro Spitfire!!! 
A Spitfire will hold its price better and not be outdated by changes in the design.Still a very light boat to pull up the beach!. Not a problem to right after a capsize. You also get to race Reg White at the opens 
Most fun in a boat I've ever had.... although there was that time...... 
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