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    Posted: 16 Aug 22 at 12:06pm
Originally posted by Demelza

If considering one of these for 12 year old grandchildren what are the pros and cons of each and preferred boat?


What's your budget?
Two old toppers might be more fun to 'sail in company'/race, rather than arguing about who's helming?
Or even Laser 4.7?
I wouldn't spend proper money on either a Topaz or a Pico for personal use, but the Pico is certainly a fine boat for its purpose, and I expect the Topaz is similar but I've never sailed one personally.
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Originally posted by Paramedic

Not sure how heavy a Topaz is, Picos are quite heavy.

The both weigh 60kg, the Topaz is a little bigger than the Pico though at 3.86 x 1.45m compared to 3.5 x 1.37m. The Topaz can be sailed by two adults, I have done so in a blow and it was a good laugh but I wouldn't usually bother. Ok for a single adult though or two kids.


Edited by Sam.Spoons - 16 Aug 22 at 1:38pm
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Thanks for the useful comments. I have in mind that it might be a 5 min wonder so not wanting to spend a lot. Also have it in mind that we do not want to join a sailing club as likely use only half a dozen times a year. Toppaz with trailer looking best option.
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