During the Harken races this past winter (in Dunedin, FL) My friend and I watched with AMAZMENT as these 70+ year old guys lifted the mast off the boat (while standing on the beach, in front of the beam), and lowered it solohanded, without a pin to pivot it. Actually, both our jaws dropped (literally).

I asked if i could feel its weight and he said "sure, but it will cost you $20,000 after you fall in love with it (to purchase an A-cat)".

If it wasnt for the cost.. i would love one. I would still want to have a boat i can take crew / gear out on (even though i sail solo 90%) ... so this is really a "post lotto dream".

Last edited by andrewscott; 08/06/08 10:20 AM.