Island17 0 Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 Hi I'm looking for recommendations on dinghy classes to consider (that aren't crazy difficult to sail), that are essentially single-handers but could potentially fit an extra person on board sometimes. The cockpit on a Laser is very small, so this wouldn't really work, right? Any suggestions greatly appreciated! Cheers Link to post Share on other sites
Battleship 100 Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 I used to take two in my Laser all the time, small cockpit but you sit on the side decks so not really an issue. Maybe try a few hire places to have a go in something before you buy. Link to post Share on other sites
erice 732 Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 pretty easy to single hand the kids 2-hander, the 420 which would mean any dinghy smaller than that should be doable what other limits do you have, like; location, cost, weight, dolly, storage, car topable etc http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/boats-m ... 362804.htm http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/boats-m ... 017026.htm Link to post Share on other sites
Island17 0 Posted December 7, 2013 Author Share Posted December 7, 2013 Thanks for the replies thus far Would the 420 be practical to rig, etc, just by yourself? Or would you miss that extra person at those stages, since it's designed with the expectation of two people being there? The main purpose is for single-handed sailing, but it would be cool if the boat it could be practical enough to take another person. I'm about 65kg and 6 foot tall, if that's any help. There aren't any single-handed (semi-performance) dinghies with two sails, right? With regards to storage, 'car topability', etc: How much does it normally cost to store your own dinghy at yacht clubs, where this is an option? Is this generally better than buying a road trailer? Thanks again! Link to post Share on other sites
B00B00 306 Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 A jollyboat or J14 I think they are called these days. designed for 2people but have self tacking jibs and are raced with one most of the time. Basic boats that are easy to sail and fast with regular racing and an active class association. That would be my pick. Link to post Share on other sites
erice 732 Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 a stayed mast on a 420 would be a bit tricky solo as someone has to hold the mast up while the stays are pinned. so you'd be best joining a club and having mast up storage for something like that for more crew flexibility, launch places and speed what about a weta? you get 3 sails to play with 9 knots upwind and 14 broadreaching under gennaker jollyboat here http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/boats-m ... 840527.htm Link to post Share on other sites
Adrianp 116 Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 Hobie 14 turbo! Great single handed but can happily take two for a fun sail. If your a big person, get a hobie 16. Link to post Share on other sites
Steve Pope 243 Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 Try a Phase2 they were designed for 2 but can be easily sailed by 1. There are quite a few out there, basically a slightly larger version of a laser but with a jib. Link to post Share on other sites
w44vi 17 Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 what about a sunburst small rigs easily sailed by one has a tiny jib and spinnaker to give the kids or g/f something more to do. They row ok as well or if you wanted a good boat what about a 3.7 and get a starling main if you want to de power it Link to post Share on other sites
Zoe 8 Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 Island17, where do you live? There are lots of Jollyboats at French Bay Yacht Club in Titirangi, and a Topaz, and Lasers… so you could check them out. Link to post Share on other sites
Saline Solution 0 Posted December 8, 2013 Share Posted December 8, 2013 2nd the Phase 2. One went for $500 on TM lately, but typically $1500-$2000. Easy to maintain, sail single handed and with heaps of space for crew. I had 4 onboard last weekend. (Little ones) PM if you are north of Auckland this summer if you want a sail. www.phase2.org.nz Link to post Share on other sites
Island Time 1,211 Posted December 8, 2013 Share Posted December 8, 2013 I'm with BooBoo, Jollyboat! Cheap, light, simnple and fast. Designed for an Adult and kid to sail... Link to post Share on other sites
Brooker 0 Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 Phase 2s are the way to go, basically maintaince free, bit like the laser. Plenty fast enough, easy and quick to rig up, great to take the kids out and when they get bigger they can go by them selves. Lots of fun for not much dosh. Link to post Share on other sites
Dambo 44 Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 I'm about 65kg and 6 foot tall, if that's any help Really?!! you need to eat more !! If you're interested in going multi - Hobie 14. Link to post Share on other sites
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