Help...Which 1?

mutt · 10 Dec 2007, 05:10

DavidW · 10 Dec 2007, 07:41

Nigel

Matt's comments above are on the nail regarding weight - I have won several inland meetings sailing with the sort of weight you're planning and indeed more! You might find that a Crusader will be a better bet inland than a man-o-war. they are easier to tack and sail well in light winds. You could spend less and seek out a decent Cheshire Cat which would be excellent inland but would struggle to keep up on open water.

Happy hunting

Jimbo42 · 10 Dec 2007, 08:48

janeysailor12 · 14 Dec 2007, 02:43

Hi Valhalla!

We have Crusader 88 and are about 20 stone all up weight helm & crew. We sail VERY competitively at our local club and my partner is also a VERY experienced river sailor (Thames).

I have also crewed Fuzzy Duck with her old...old...old owner Don Muir. She was damn fast! Have a look at her if she's a beautiful as she was last time I saw her (2005) you won't be disappointed.

Oh and welcome to the class

Janey