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Has anyone seen these sails anywhere? They look pretty cool. http://www.ebay.com/itm/laser-sail-hi-performance-/370687369750?pt=Boat_Parts_Accessories_Gear&hash=item564eb06216&vxp=mtr

I have never had a problem with it rigged around the boom, I heard it was supposed to help take pressure off the vang tang. I suppose it takes a little bit longer to rig each time, but other than that, it is good. I prefer the lower purchase too.

I use the system in this video, never gave me any problems.

I have 131414, it was built in 1988.

I always launch from a dock about 1 foot off the water. I rig fully except I leave the dagger board up and rudder up (but on). If there is a cross wind or i am launching into the wind (as long as it isn't too strong) if find as long as you have the mainsheet completely loose and you make sure to...

I have the same problem, I find it pops up when I tack and then I have to reach in and hit it down (or kick it with my heel). I find if I can stuff some control line in the gap between the board and the trunk before the start (once settings adjusted) it helps keep it down.

I had the same problem - I found keeping my strap quite tight kept it straight. I think decent shock cord would also help.

I just run a line through the eye's for the cunningham and outhaul then up around the boom vang tang. I also run my the bungee that holds my centerboard down through a loop in that line.

I like mine too.

I was thinking of buying a never used laser official sail that is 7 years old and has never come out of its bag. Asking is $375. I would only race with this sail, I have two others to train with. Do you think this is good value, or might the sail be badly creased since I think it is...

I know you can get colored ones (expensive and not legal) from Fogh Marine. http://shop.foghmarine.com/browse.cfm/4,1699.html

I just ordered the Shin Tech Long Johns and Racing Shorts from Rooster UK, and they shipped it Fedex Express and it came in 3 days. I don't know about whether they ship to other places worldwide, but they do to Canada. I am quite happy with all my Rooster stuff so far.

What about for Water temp mid 30's and air temp high 50's? Wetsuit, thermal layer, splash top, hot socks + winter gloves?

No - You can usually see a pretty clear dark circle right below the inspection port, with it dry everywhere else. It's not enough water to slosh around, but it gets fairly damp right below it. I'm pretty sure it's not coming from the centerboard trunk.

Hi, I have an 88' laser. The hull is always completely dry, except for directly beneath the inspection port (starboard to centerboard trunk) it is usually damp after sailing. I was wondering if this is common problem people have, and if applying some silicone around the bottom of the...