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What type of sailboat is best to learn in? 5 posts

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  • Dave Schappell says:

    If I wanted to learn to sail, does the type of boat make a difference? That is, should I pick a certain length boat? Does it matter if it's wooden, fiberglass or other? Better to learn on a lake and/or protected area?

    How long does it normally take to get proficient?

    Posted June 18, 2009

  • bigsanford says:

    420's are pretty safe and stable. Save the Lasers for either A) once you have some experience under your belt or B) warmer weather.

    Posted June 18, 2009

  • Kat Lenhart says:

    Everyone I know has started on Sunfish... they seem childish, but they are easy and reliable starters. The transition to Lasers is relatively easy from there.

    Posted June 30, 2009

  • scrabbleladyz says:

    i went to national aquatic school put on by the red cross in florida ---it was a great ten days ( they used a summer camp) and came out a sailing instructor learning the points of sailing on a small boat one mast one mainsail-- first is the only way to go then all the skills transfer to the bigger boats

    Posted October 15, 2009

  • scrabbleladyz says:

    where can i learn the country waltz and flying trapeze

    Posted October 15, 2009

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