Sailing laser 2000 single handed bookcases

The production started in 1998 with about 2400 hulls completed. The laser is designed to be sailed single handed although class rules permit. At first glance i thought it was a funky bmw 2000, but it turned out to be i believe an alfa romeo giulia, built 1962 1978. Olympic boat classes sailing dinghies single handed. Daysailors that can be singlehanded that respond more like a keelboat are the o day daysailor and a flying scott. Jul 23, 20 nigel sails his 27 foot sloop peccavi in toronto harbour. I learned to sail on a wooden vaurien, doublehanded, and then got a laser. Single handed sailing has become a major competitive sport, and there are a number of prominent single handed offshore races.

Hence club must be using a py of 1046 for the 2000. The single handed transatlantic race ostar and the route du rhum are transatlantic single handed races. Bruce kirby designed the laser in 1970 with an emphasis on simplicity and performance the laser is one of the most popular yacht classes in history. Singlehanded sailing definition of singlehanded sailing. Whichever route an rs sailor opts for, they can expect. Through difficulty in finding a crew or preferring it, it suits some people to sail alone. Frank has been to 11 laser masters world championships. Add style and storage to your space with a bookcase. Laser 2 sailing single handed full version youtube. The 2nd thursday of each month is the membership general meeting at portofino. The laser videos i am aware of are the laser coach 2000 cd includes footage of robert scheidt, ben ainslies book cd and steve cockerills rooster single handed sailing techniques cd. Laser vago sailing dinghy laser vago sailing dinghy the laser vago dinghy was designed by jo richards, based on his extensive knowledge of rotomoulded products and his reputation for designing a range of small boats including the worlds most popular rotomoulded boat the pico. As with all these boats, look at what is sailed locally.

Folding sails single handed onboard sailing forums, page 1. All offer easy short handed sailing for a wide variety of owners, from those wanting a sedate experience to those seeking a fast and responsive, but ultimately safe, vessel. Sailing alone is not that much different to sailing with crew in that the basic techniques of sailing and navigating are the same. The laser is arguably the most popular sailing dinghy out there you wont go to many dinghy sailing clubs in the world and not see a laser sitting in the boat park. We keep laser material in stock at all times and specialise in the repair of laser sails,generaly if the sail is damaged we always use the same materials,we do not comparamise on quality and durability. Laser sailing dinghy all boating and marine industry. Footage of a laser 2000 returning to the harbour after a windy sail at psc. These are a sailboard the imco onedesign, three types of single handed dinghy the europe, finn and laser, one double handed dinghy the 470, a highperformance dinghy the 49er, a multihull the tornado, and a keelboat the soling boat classes. I bought this book thinking that i would be learning new techniques to improve my single handed sailing. Not class legal but sailing single handed isnt either. Its not for the faint hearted but this class has a cult following and its easy to see why. Perhaps not the best choices for the day sailing requirement though, and how easily are they sailable single handed. I spent a couple of weeks sailing on two lakes with wei. The highly successful 2000 formerly the laser 2000 is a great boat for racing at all levels, cruising and for learning to sail.

Probably the best entry level family performance asymmetric dinghy in the world. I bought a laser 2000 and have been happily sailing it at burghfield for the last yearandahalf. Safety afloat this instruction manual is not a guide to sailing your craft and it should not be considered suitable for the task of learning to sail a boat. Sailing dinghies for sale uk, used sailing dinghies, new. Staff at bmstc asa sailing centre practice spinaker work for the laser 2000 nationals.

Back to the op, i believe a 2000 is the better of the two to sail single handed, cant remember if you can reef the main like you can a stratos, if not i am sure a sailmaker could do something for you. Ben ainslie gbr having jumped from the laser to americas cup sailing, ben returned to the olympic circuit at the beginning of the year with his sights set on the mens single handed event in the finn class. The articles in this area will provide you with an overview of the technical specifications for the 2000, together with some helpful information on related topics. You will get more tactical racing experience sailing a laser in close quarters than sailing a jib equipped single hander in a vacuum. A highly successful dinghy class, the 2000 formerly the laser 2000 has active sailing club racing fleets and a full open circuit series plus championships, supported by an enthusiastic class association. Both competitive and noncompetitive sailing is included. I bought this book thinking that i would be learning new techniques to improve my singlehanded sailing. Cygnus sails main area of expertise is in the repair of laser sails.

A bit basic but what is the best way of stopping a boat jaguar 25 at a finger pontoon when sailing single handed. Below you will find some of the popular sailing dinghies, a lot of builders and tech tips among which some explain how to. This week its how we fly a spinnaker single handed. The boat cover is designed as a top cover which can be used while the boat is being towed or stored in the boat park. This is probably the most important safety issue to provide for single handed sailing, and isnt limited to a discussion of suddenly single handing. It is not a question here of describing the methods used by the big ocean racers, who have to keep one eye open at 30 knots on one hull, pulled by a 300m. Here at rs sailing, we provided the best single hander for. There are a number of single handed dinghy classes available and which class is the best depends on personal preferences, abilities and sailing venues. The biggest attraction of the laser dinghy is that it is protected by strict onedesign class rules, which means that no changes are allowed to the boat unless they are specifically permitted in the rules. Laser vago sailing dinghy single handed information. I would add that i met one fellow who would sleep for a couple of hours at a time during the day, when he figured that ships would not run him over if they could see his boat. Access official results for the sailing event singlehanded dinghy open laser mixed at the sydney 2000 summer games olympics, plus view video highlights of top performances. The standard rig is for fully developed adults, and is used in the olympics heard of paul goodison. Or looking at something sportier, theres the laser vago or rs 500.

Id happily sail both now, albeit with some timidity and probably excessive capsizing in the early stages, but they look good boats to grow into for my purposes. Choose open shelving for an airy look, or select bookcases with glass doors to protect valuable items from dust and moisture. The weight of the pvc used on this cover is 460grams per sq m. What sets the rs zest aside from the other singlehanded rs boats is the. May 21, 2008 they used to do single handed nationals in 420s in australia. Hi, i asked the same question above but only had one reply. Bethwaite designed laser 2 is a double handed version of the popular laser class sailing dinghy.

The challenge 72 is the ultimate in unbreakable sailing yachts. She was built by laser performance united kingdom and made of single skin fiberglass polyester. This category has the following 2 subcategories, out of 2 total. On the other hand very small waves becouse of the s wind moving. Seriously considering buying a secondhand laser 4000 and wondered if i could seek some advice on the boats suitability for occasional single handed sailing.

Includes spare ods and sods from repairs made over time. This is a fun, fast and yet forgiving boat to sail. Laser one of the most popular classes in the world. Javascript must be enabled for the correct page display.

Solo in a laser 2 dinghy anarchy sailing anarchy forums. Sep 28, 2016 quantums jay sharkey shares his single and shorthanded sailing expertise to help you get started. Laser performance spare parts and boats sailing chandlery. Laser 1 sailing dinghy with launch and road trailer. Although boating with others is great used to waterski,and a lot of the time i will want to sail with a crew, being let down by others is no fun so the ability so go out solo. Good condition, includes setup for 3 different sails 2 x 4. As a result i am slowly developing techniques and set ups to allow me to safely sail single handed. In particular it took the idea of weight equalisation, with adjustable racks and correctors, and delivered it in a more manageable boat with just a single trapeze. The same boat you might sail from a community sailing center is the same one sailed in the olympics.

Promotes single handed sailing education, idea exchanges, technique and equipment evaluation, and sailing events. In the sailing events of the olympic games there are now eight different types of olympic class sailboats sailed. My laser 2000 can out point midfleet merlin rockets when sailing on an estuary and maybe top. I stupidly broke my scaphoid wrist bone which works the thumb on a family mountain bike trail just spicing up the ride, i thought, as i peddled. The laser is designed to be sailed single handed although class rules permit two sailors. The rs neo is relatively new, and therefore selling from. Yacht racing is a sailing sport involving sailing yachts and larger sailboats, as distinguished from dinghy racing. A high boom provides plenty of headroom whilst the selfdraining cockpit keeps the crew dry and drains quickly should the boat capsize. With many features found in modern performance racing classes, such as a gennaker and a self draining cockpit, the 2000 combines exciting. Laser 2000 or laser vago yachts and yachting online. In particular, i find it a great boat for improving my sailing skills its forgiving of errors and responds well when i eventually figure out what.

He didnt get started down this track until the 2000 event in cancun, mexico, when colin cain, a fellow member and. You can sail it single handed or two up by adding the jib. Written by sherri campbell friday, 24 january 2020 19. I am particularly unlucky with my friends and family.

Hi, ive just started sailing at staunton harold near derby and dont have a regular crew so have been out single handed in a few of the handicap races. About the laser international laser class association. Laser 2000 sailing dinghy laser 2000 was designed by phil morrison and developed by the laser team. Id like to be able to race it with two but otherwise take it out on my own for fun. What are the options when considering a boat that tacks its own sails from one pointofsail to another. The laser 4000 shares much of the design concept with her bigger sister, the 5000. Know your limits and consider any sail with inexperienced sailors a single handed operation. Chose a boat that you are able to manage singlehanded in comfort. For a doublehanded laser sailing boat, try a laser 2 model. The 2000 is a performance sailing dinghy designed by phil morrison and currently sold by rs sailing. It is also the best way of getting to know your boat well. Jun 23, 2017 our first film on sailing single handed was so well received that we thought we would do another.

Laser performance build the laser sailing dinghy, laser pico, laser vago, laser bahia, laser bug, laser funboat and more. That does not include hobie 16 and above, 505s laser 2s and a whole heap of other boats. After the first one on single handed sailing, i put the rest in alphabetical order since i dont consider one factor more important than anotherthey are all important. Laser 1 boat cover pvc greythis pvc laser 1 boat cover is made from a heavy duty pvc polyester material. Each laser is virtually identical whether they are brand new or 10 years old, making it the sailor that wins the race, not the boat. Normally i have my son with me and he jumps off and provides the necessary braking using the pontoon cleat but i have to do it by myself following relaunch. Sailing chandlery is an authorised laser performance parts and boat dealer for the uk. The kick up rudder and centerboard mean this dinghy is less prone to. Cb 45 is being offered for sale after a significant refit and there is still some finishing to do. It is primarily a singlehanded race, but crewed boats do compete. Its a great family boat, designed to be sailed with a variety of crew ability.

Laser 1 boat cover pvcthis pvc laser 1 boat cover is made from a heavy duty pvc polyester material. They do make for exciting reading but do not help people like you or me with our type of sailing. The laser 2000 is a 147 double handed dinghy designed by phil morisson. Upgrade your sailing skills to enable single handed coastal or short offshore passages. On november 6th of this year, 30 singlehanded sailors will set off on the most challenging sailing endeavor in the history of yacht racing. May 04, 2015 in terms of overall participation, id give yet another vote for the laser. The rs700 has refined systems for userfriendliness and competition on the fantastic rs racing circuits. Boat dolly and boat trailer included, custom built dolly and road licenced trailer. Find your laser sailing dinghy easily amongst the 10 products from the leading brands ldc, laser performance. I intend to sail one single handed on the wednesday night races, should be a laugh and will report back as to how i get on. There is a lot of choice on the dinghy sailing market, so which is the best sailing dinghy for beginners. The laser is a challenging boat that rewards athleticism, subtle steering and trimming techniques, as well as tactical excellence. Aug 25, 2011 im kind of intimidated to post this beginners question here, hopefully ill survive i recently i acquired a 1985 laser 2 planning to sail it with my son. Our highly skilled staff and partners are hungry to learn, but more importantly eager to share the knowledge accumulated by working with customers in many markets.

Im looking for some suggestions for a good single double handed dinghy w spinnaker on the less expensive side. Sailing single handed, tips and ideas christine demerchant. I agree its a junk rig ideal for single handed sailing. With its balance of performance and ease of handling the laser 3000 seems well suited to a number of different markets. Here at rs sailing, we pride ourselves in designing sailboats that will capture the hearts of young and budding sailors at the very beginning of their sailing journey, and through our range of training and racing dinghies, pave the way for whatever pathway they choose. Any dinghy that is designed to be single handed will not handle at all like a keelboat. When launching off of a sandy beach by yourself which is the beauty of single handed sailing, the wear and tear on the hull is much reduced.

I want to be able to handle it solo in breezy conditions since i live in the bay area. Single handed dinghy sailing has a special pleasure and a challenge which some find uniquely satisfying. The laser, is a highly popular family of small onedesign sailing dinghies using the same common hull and interchangeable rigs with different sail areas. The laser pico has a simple reefing system, spacious. Please read the manual before rigging and sailing your laser 2000. Theres also a range of larger training dinghies from builders such as rs, topper, laser and hartley boats.

I learnt to sail in this yacht over the last 3 seasons but alas my son is moving on to his own laser as the old bloke cant keep up with him. Nevertheless, the following boats, and similar models in each respective range, are all good choices for shorthanded sailing. Perfect for organizing your library of books, cds, dvds, or other media, bookcases also look good when accessorized with plants, decorative objects, and favorite photos. Any ideas for a solodoublehanded dinghy w spinnaker.

According to shsc rules, if theres no recognised singlehand py then 5% is subtracted from the normal py of 1101. Laser 2 sailing single handed full version boatsailing. It turns out that more often than id like it if i want to sail i have to go out alone. Sailed that for maybe 30 or so hours, but at the time it was a chore just getting to the marina and setting the boat up and storing it, so gave. The autopilot is a useful aid for single handers, but never turn your back on it especially when you need it most in heavy seas and winds. I like being on the water, i like single handed sailing and i like that its relatively cheap sailing. Singlehanded sailing synonyms, singlehanded sailing pronunciation, singlehanded sailing translation, english dictionary definition of singlehanded sailing. Sailnet john kretschmers single handed sailing this is one of the best articles i have read. It combines a traditional grp hull and foam sandwich deck moulding with a modern asymmetric rig including a furling jib, reefing mainsail and single line gennaker hoist system. This book is about how great it is to single hand a sailboat under challenging conditions. Laser 2000 delights in helping our customers achieve their goals through the application of photonics. For those simply learning to deal with a spinnaker and trapeze for the first time, the attraction is obvious.

Laser 2000 sailing dinghy designed by phil morrison. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. I am going to buy my brothers laser 2 as he tells sailing single handed is no problem although the first couple of times out i will probably only use the main. Popular across the world the laser comes in three different formats, 4. Either they are phobically afraid of the water, are extremely busy or hate the idea of sailing.

Laser vago xd solo sailing in big gusts of wind duration. Laser sailing dinghy for sale in uk view 34 bargains. The single handed transpac shtp starts off tiburon in the san francisco bay, and ends in hanalei bay, kauai. That means you can purchase any laser boat parts from the whole laser range which includes brand new sailing dinghies. Singles for sail singles sailing club, please join us at portofino restaurant, 23247 bayshore rd. The 2000 formerly the laser 2000 is a performance sailing dinghy designed by phil morrison and currently sold by rs sailing. Twelve of the best training boats sailing schools, clubs and training centers use a variety of boats with beginners, including singlehanders such as the pico, hartley 10 and the rs quba, the latter having three rigs catering from entry level to more experienced sailors.

Most single handed sailing books are about epic stormlashed frightening long distance ocean voyages. They are not what keiran is suggesting though, as a promotional tool for the class. If you would like to join the 2000 class association please go here for details. It does everything i need, covering the range from family cruising to single handed racing. Tips for singlehanded sailors catamaran multihulls world. Even if you are not the typical antisocial loner, the occasion may arise, either for choice or necessity, when you may have to tackle a crossing on your own, so i provide the following suggestions to make things a lot easier and in particular, much more safer. Laser pico sailing boat boat packagethe laser pico is a perfect training boat built for family fun which has a number of different sailing combinations.

A top level single handed skiff with performance equalization that allows winners to be big or small. The laser eps is a fast skifflike singlehanded sailing dinghy. See 61 results for single handed sailing yachts for sale at the best prices, with the cheapest boat starting from. There is a lot of choice on the dinghy sailing market, so which are the best beginner sailing dinghies.