Got Wood Posted October 18, 2010 Report Share Posted October 18, 2010 Theres a few Taipans in Queensland, the next nationals are being held at Hervey Bay. Theres a few in Victoria which have kites but I haven't seen them on any entry lists for a while, but I could be wrong. I'm not sure the reason, but the Taipans with kites seemed to be mostly sloop rigged. Taipans seem to be priced from $4000 to up around $16000. I built mine, and estimate it cost me around $8000, on the water, with new, secondhand and seconds parts to fit it out, including an A Class trailer off ebay that I cut down to suit. I bought a new mainsail last year, probably the single biggest purchase to date. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fluid_Drive Posted October 18, 2010 Report Share Posted October 18, 2010 There seem to be a fair few for sail on the Taipan site, is there any specific things too look out for in Taipans when purchasing??? have looked over a few different boats, but any pointers would be great thanks alex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got Wood Posted October 18, 2010 Report Share Posted October 18, 2010 Probably check the main beam for any cracks, seems to be what I hear the most from people. I would try and get the weight checked, there is a few heavy ones around (I'm assuming that they are homebuilt) That said, maybe concentrate on a glass boat, less maintenance. You can probably tell alot of a boats general condition or how its been treated just by looking in the sail box, if its a mess and the boards and rudders are all chipped out, things just thrown in unwashed, it probably gives you a pretty good idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fluid_Drive Posted October 18, 2010 Report Share Posted October 18, 2010 Thanks, should i just get an A class cat, heard that they are pretty fragile, but might be a better cat, think they are also in the F16 class arent they??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got Wood Posted October 18, 2010 Report Share Posted October 18, 2010 No the A Class doesn't fit the box rule for F16, completely different boat, your moving into different territory there. Taipan is a good choice, its easy to handle, it can be sailed cat rigged or sloop rigged, strong association and sailed in many states. If you were in Victoria, I'd say look for a Taipan or a Mozzie. My previous boat is a Mozzie, I still have it even, but I do prefer the Taipan. If you can find an fibreglass or glass/kelvar Taipan for a price you can afford then I say go for it. My personal preference was to build one, and I'm glad I did, I'm extremely happy with the result, and I can sail around with the factory built boats no worries at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emmessee Posted October 18, 2010 Report Share Posted October 18, 2010 An A-Class is a totally different beast. It is a true single handed boat and they are fragile, but awesome to sail in any breeze. If in QLD, look for a Nacra 16 Square as there a a heap of them around and racing. They are a great boat to sail and unbelievable in a blow as well. Have a look at your local club and see what they are sailing there because if you are going to race, it is always good to be against the same boats. An advantage of the Nacra's and Hobie's is they are factory built boats and basically all the same except for their age. QLD is very strong with the Nacra's 16's and 4.5's growing fast as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fluid_Drive Posted October 19, 2010 Report Share Posted October 19, 2010 Looks like ill be in the market for a Taipan, mossie or a cobra round easter next year hopefully. Will see how things go with the hydra. Will be joining the parkdale sailing club and hopefully will race with the fleet of cobra's down there. cheerio alex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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