VIntage Laser?

So I picked up a Laser today out of storage... A lady sold it to me said it was her late husbands of a long time ago... had it seems like maybe for a long time.
I've Identified it as a '74.
It is in great shape - the centerboard and rudder are beautiful wood and near perfect... the sail needs to be replaced... but my question is - the hull etc being as old as they are and in as good of shape as they are... does that make them special to anyone out there?Can you race with the wood gear - wood that make any sense? Do the newer boats go faster for any reason??
Curious because I just want to get back into sailing Lasers - not a vintage collector... PSL 12657 0274

Maybe I should just enjoy!?

Hi Kelly

yes - racing older boat with wood(ie) makes sense.

I race with an old 72'ish boat (#8056) and 78' vintage sail and still manage to have fun.

All laser hulls are are fast - sailors determine race position.

gaber said:

Hi Kelly

yes - racing older boat with wood(ie) makes sense.

I race with an old 72'ish boat (#8056) and 78' vintage sail and still manage to have fun.

All laser hulls are are fast - sailors determine race position.

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This is absolutely true. I'll get you one of these days, gaber!