| Wish I was doing this when I was 13 [Video] #75726 05/22/06 05:21 AM 05/22/06 05:21 AM |
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Posts: 1,203 uk | 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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Posts: 12,310 South Carolina | Perhaps it's the kids or weight or something - but does that boat looks to be a little pitch pole prone?
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Posts: 75 NW Florida - Destin | 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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Posts: 1,203 uk | 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. Paul
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Posts: 12,310 South Carolina | If crashing and burning wasn't a distinct possibility, I don't think it would be as attractive to kids.
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