RS600 capsize
Printed From: Yachts and Yachting Online
Category: General
Forum Name: Beginner questions
Forum Discription: Advice for those who are new to sailing
URL: http://www.yachtsandyachting.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=7771
Printed Date: 10 May 25 at 7:53pm
Software Version: Web Wiz Forums 9.665y - http://www.webwizforums.com
Topic: RS600 capsize
Posted By: tom22
Subject: RS600 capsize
Date Posted: 24 Apr 11 at 11:41pm
| I am thinking about getting a second-hand 600 but need to know whether I am heavy enough to right it when capsized. I am very light at 60kg. Any help is appreciated. |
Replies:
Posted By: Mister Nick
Date Posted: 25 Apr 11 at 9:43am
| I weigh around 60 aswell and I really struggle to get my RS500 up on my own. I can do it but it's a challenge. The 600 is a smaller boat with a smaller rig so I'm guessing you could do it but it may be a bit difficult. |
Posted By: MattK
Date Posted: 25 Apr 11 at 10:40am
| Many people sail 600s at your weight, you should have no problem |
Posted By: tom22
Date Posted: 25 Apr 11 at 10:48am
| thanks |
Posted By: s.a.l.t.y
Date Posted: 25 Apr 11 at 2:48pm
|
Im only 67kgs and have no problem getting the 600 up after a capsize ------------- |
Posted By: Neptune
Date Posted: 26 Apr 11 at 10:06am
|
Its all about maximising your leverage when you capsize.....it can be slow going until you realise you can use the control lines as a righting line (grab them all together) then the boat comes up really quickly. At 60kg you'd get the boat up no problem it might just be a little slower. ------------- Musto Skiff and Solo sailor |
Posted By: radixon
Date Posted: 26 Apr 11 at 11:18am
|
It is down to technique. I could right the 700, ok bigger and I am a little heavier but once you do it once, you can work out what works for you. For me, i used the kite sheets on the 7 to pull back on to help me. Best bet, once you have a boat, or try one, do a controlled capsize with a rescue boat, also try a turtled boat, slightly harder. ------------- |
Posted By: Neptune
Date Posted: 26 Apr 11 at 1:02pm
Especially if the mast is in the mud  ------------- Musto Skiff and Solo sailor |
Posted By: tom22
Date Posted: 26 Apr 11 at 8:08pm
| thanks guys, is there anything that i should look out for when getting the boat? (specific aresa that tend to get damaged etc. ?) |
Posted By: s.a.l.t.y
Date Posted: 26 Apr 11 at 10:05pm
|
When buying a 600: Make sure you check the screws are secure in the rudder pintle Check the gunwhale for any cracks or delamination Check the kicker U bolt as this becomes loose over time and may need some surgery to fix The back of the daggerboard slot is always subject to some bashing so check the state of that too. I cant think of anything else off the top of my head but im sure the others can give you some more help. What sort of budget are you looking at for a 600? Depending on how much you have to spend, the last boat they made is currently for sale which is rumoured to have spend the last 4 years in a garage, so it is essentially a brand new boat but at a very very good second hand price. ------------- |
Posted By: tom22
Date Posted: 26 Apr 11 at 10:12pm
| my budget isnt huge, i was looking in the region of 1600 as i need all new kit |
Posted By: Neptune
Date Posted: 26 Apr 11 at 10:28pm
|
The hull is pretty robust so if you can find a boat and are prepared to spend some time tidying then you should get a decent boat. Its mostly usual second hand stuff, but two things would look out for are a decent sail. don't worry if its a little off coloured as they stay competitive for most people for a good 5 seaasons unless you are aiming at the podium. At 60kg would be looking for a superspar mast not angel as you'll need to reef it to get the most out it above about 15 knots. the angel mast had an aluminium sleeve and tended to seize in the mast; there probably are not many left now anyway but stay clear if you can. check that the two parts come apart easily and them keep them lightly vaselined. Get yoursellf joined on the RS600 yahoo user group and you'll find loads of stuff on there and plenty of advise. happy hunting. Mark ------------- Musto Skiff and Solo sailor |