It looks factory to me, i doubt anyone at the beach has enough knowledge to swap centerboards in these brand new boats. Next time im there, ill take some pictures for you guys.
Its not the keel model. It is a swinging centerboard with a bungee and rope and all. It must be a new feature this year. The catalina website is pretty vague on its sailboats.
Its possible that the centerboard is a new feature this year. The beach that I rent them from just bought them this year. The centerboard definitely is not fiberglass or wood. It is a goldish brown color, and feels like metal. It is quite heavy as well. this is the only catalina I've ever...
I have sailed both, and I think the catalina 14.2 is a much sportier boat. The main reason I like the catalina is the heavy metal centerboard, hiking straps, and boom vang adjustments. The furler jib is a nice touch as well.
Now, the american 14.6 that I have seen have a old fashioned boom...
Thank you for the link, ill read that over so that I know what to look for. I doubt i will find one of those laser 2000s or any older model here in the Midwest. I live in IL, and the only lasers available are the standard rigs. I have a butterfly fleet as well as a Laser fleet near my house...
I took sailing lessons through my park district 2 years ago. It was a blast! They have American 14.6 sailboats, and after 2 summers of sailing on those boats, i feel that i have outgrown them. They are not very fast, and just tip over when too much wind comes along because you cant get high on...
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