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    Laser sailing clubs in Los Angeles?

    Thanks for the referral to those clubs. I definately be checking them out!
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    Laser sailing clubs in Los Angeles?

    Hi, New to laser sailing and would like to hook up with some others in L.A./San Fernando Valley area that are Laser sailers. Does anyone know if there is any local club that is available to join? Thanks Mike.
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    Is my auto-bailer functioning

    Thanks Merrily, wondering if you are anyone knows were to purchase the optional "metal springs" that most say works better than the "O"ring fix on the bailer. Mike.
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    Is my auto-bailer functioning

    I just used the forum search option. (should of used it before starting a new thread). I got the info I needed. Apparently a very common problem. I will attempt to replace the "O" rings and see if that helps.
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    Is my auto-bailer functioning

    Hi, could someone tell me if you pull the plug of the auto-bailer in the cockpit of the boat what is supposed to happen. I noticed when I do this, a little plastic scoop pops down on the underside of boat. I imagine this is what is supposed to happen. However when I push the plug back in the...
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    Trouble shooting help please

    Thanks for the response! very helpful. I will be ordering the o'ring and hopefully that will solve the water in hull problems.
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    Trouble shooting help please

    Hi everyone, I finally got my recently purchased laser in the water. After capsizing in relatively light wind I learned quickly that you really have to keep your wits about you in this boat. It was the first time capsizing and was pleased I was able to get the boat upright and continue on. I...
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    Daggerboard/Centerboard questions

    Hi, new to the Laser and would appreciate some input. I went sailing with a friend last weekend and his sons were sailing a boat similiar to the Laser. Make a long story short he turtled the boat and I noticed the centerboard came out and was floating nearby. Would this also happend if it was a...
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    Life Jacket

    Hi, need to purchase a life jacket. New to Laser sailing and would appreciate any advice on what to purchase. Make model ect. Thanks. Mike.
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    $230 Laser Trailer picture

    Its hard to see but there is a wood block bolted to the aluminum frame of the dolley. This block slips nicely over the end of the trailer closest the back of the van. Its virtually impossible for the dolly/boat to slide backwards. Once I crank down the tiedowns with the ratchets. FAGGETABOUTIT...
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    $230 Laser Trailer picture

    Hi guys, my computer saavy wife showed me how to download the picture. Didn't realize so many people were interested.
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    New Laser trailer $230

    Hi guys, I just completed the trailer I bought from Harbor Freight. A few small additions and it makes for a perfect trailer for the boat to sit in the dolly. I can put it on the trailer and offload it singlehandedly. The trailer cost $199 and the plywood and rollers for dolly cost around $30...
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    Broken carbon tiller extension

    Re: Broken cartbon tiller extension I broke a 4" piece off the bottom of the centerboard and made a very acceptable repair with "J.B.Weld". I'm not sure what actual material the centerboard is made from. Are stock centerboards made of carbon?
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    First ride

    He didn't quite turtle the boat. I will be trying the suggestions tommorow to get the water out. Then the "bubble test". Thanks everyone.
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    First ride

    Hi guys, my friend and I took my newly purchased used Laser for her maiden voyage. We decided to get our see legs on a Lake Castiac. It is a small lake about 40minutes drive from Los Angeles. We got to lake and it was perfect. Just a slight breeze. Within 15 minutes wind was howling. Water temp...

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