dougjob Posted January 25, 2007 Report Share Posted January 25, 2007 I am looking at options for a boat over the next 6 months and was wanting a range of opinions. I could sail on my own and guess a 16sq would be the best as I am 95kg. Is this the best for me. Also is there differences in the boat depending on age (weight, stiffness) should I be looking at boats above a certain number. One other possible option is that I team up with a mate which would give us a crew weight of 180kg. If this was the case would a F18 cope with the weight or 5.8?? Now the contentious question. Between Southport and Redcliffe which club has the strongest Nacra fleet? I would like to be involved in a fleet(s) that have a reasonable turnout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnt Posted January 25, 2007 Report Share Posted January 25, 2007 There are four possible clubs.. Southport, Cleveland, RQ and Humybong. My advice would be to visit Humybong on Friday and or Saturday, as the multihull state titles are on there and visit Cleveland on Sunday. Talk to the guys at each and see what you think. It is partly boat numbers and partly the type of club you are looking for. I do not know what is on at Southport or RQ this weekend? Anyway, I hope this helps. john Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougjob Posted January 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2007 Thanks, I'll get up there and have a chat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spectra Posted January 25, 2007 Report Share Posted January 25, 2007 I sail a 5.8 (sail # 1333) with a crew weight of 180kgs (recent Qld State titles 4 x 3rds, 2 x DNS) Should you decide to go with the 5.8 then refer to my add in the "Boats for Sale" section. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-WOT Posted January 25, 2007 Report Share Posted January 25, 2007 I believe there is a full days racing at Hollywell (Southport Yacht Club) this Saturday. They have a decent fleet of 14sq, 16sq, a few 5.0's and a couple of 5.8's... Head on down and speak with Helen the Sailing Admin... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xmatelot Posted January 25, 2007 Report Share Posted January 25, 2007 hi doug, i think most cats will be at humpy bong this weekend , but phone around before you set off anywhere , just to be sure. pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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