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Wish I was doing this when I was 13 [Video] #75726
05/22/06 05:21 AM
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There was a recent thread discussing cats for juniors. Take a look at the Dragoon video at www.hobiecangas2006.com/ing/framecont.htm Its in the downloads section and you will need to turn off the world Champs Anthem!!!
My youngest son is in it on his boat.

Proper cat sailing too!

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Re: Wish I was doing this when I was 13 [Video] [Re: TEAMVMG] #75727
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Re: Wish I was doing this when I was 13 [Video] [Re: Erez] #75728
05/22/06 07:36 PM
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I wish I was doing that now...!

Re: Wish I was doing this when I was 13 [Video] [Re: sbflyer] #75729
05/22/06 07:51 PM
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Re: Wish I was doing this when I was 13 [Video] [Re: hobie1616] #75730
05/22/06 10:47 PM
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Super video! I have to agree, I wish I was doing that at 13, and I wish I was doing it now! Looks like a great boat to learn spin on!

Re: Wish I was doing this when I was 13 [Video] [Re: Brian_Mc] #75731
05/23/06 06:28 AM
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Perhaps it's the kids or weight or something - but does that boat looks to be a little pitch pole prone?


Jake Kohl
Re: Wish I was doing this when I was 13 [Video] [Re: Jake] #75732
05/23/06 10:16 AM
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Wonderful Youth Vid...

We have a Dragoon here at FWYC. Fun boat and a great way for our youth (and some of us NOT so young) to learn how to manage a Asym spinnaker.

It is a little prone to pitching. You have to REALLY keep on top of that leeward bow. But, even with that added 'stress', it is still a fun ride.

I agree with all who wishes they were doing this at 13...I have been into sailing/racing for about 15 years, so of course my son (14 now) has been doing it his whole life. It is a great activity for kids...boats, sun, water...what could be better?


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Re: Wish I was doing this when I was 13 [Video] [Re: Jake] #75733
05/23/06 11:38 AM
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Yes Jake, the bows will disappear if you are not careful. The Dragoon is not a tame learner boat, it is pretty lively as the breeze picks up. This is why the kids get a buzz out of learning to sail it properly. It is the National junior catamaran in the UK.
The boys doing the sailing were told to crash and burn a bit to spice things up for the camera.
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Re: Wish I was doing this when I was 13 [Video] [Re: TEAMVMG] #75734
05/23/06 01:23 PM
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If crashing and burning wasn't a distinct possibility, I don't think it would be as attractive to kids.


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