Just a really nice Laser sailing day on Tomales Bay, CA, USA. I started out filming my friend's SCAMP, and then the wind piped up for perfect Laser (OK, ILCA) conditions.
I have a serious hull leak and it's not in the usual (hull/deck joint, cockpit bailer/hull interface) place that I can find. I think there's a thread that I can't locate which describes the technique for soap bubble testing?
Has anyone ever experienced this hook "unhooking" while sailing? I did once and it was a real pain, out in stiff wind. Maybe I had an operator malfunction?
I know I've asked before, but one more time.....? Does anyone have a Powerhead (Made by Intensity and now discontinued) that they would like to comment on or sell?
(Asking for a friend) Any Bay area or N. CA sources for Laser spars? West Coast Sailing out of Portland has them but shipping is prohibitive $$. (Emilio?)
Anyone know a source for these? I have several ports in my Laser and would like to have one or two with sleeves or whatever to keep flares, air horn, etc dry and on board.
Hi, I'm 72 and in decent shape, In fact, I now feel more comfortable hiking out on my Laser than when I sit on the deck. Why? I have a bony, no-padded butt! Has anyone recommendations for shorts that have some decent seat padding? Not looking for hiking shorts or anything with...
Does anyone remember this larger sail (not the Hansen Turbo) that Intensity used to carry? I know they aren't made any more and if I had the correct name/description I would probably post separately to see if anyone has a used one for sale.
It was on my trailer, and we were stopped at a red traffic light, on the way home after a great day sailing on Tomales Bay, CA. A kid in the car behind mistook the accelerator for the brake in his mom's car. The car struck the Laser dead center on the transom, and drove it forward about 4...
My 1981 Irish Laser has withstood 38 years of beach launching - dragged over rocks and oyster shell - at Tomales Bay, CA. When my friend Doug saw it lying on her side he said "bring it thing over and we'll put some lipstick on that pig." So, here it is: Two thin coats of epoxy/graphite...
Just when I thought I was all done with the vang.... Is anyone using this?
Introducing a new Laser/ILCA specific Vang block the A2031XHL-873 from the original Laser hardware supplier and UK manufacturer, Allen. The A2031XHL-873 is an adaptation of the renowned XHL range which also features a...
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My Laser is an Irish hull, built in 1981. Since 1982 I have beach launched it. And the stones and gravel of Tomales and SF Bay have scored the hull a bit. This may look frightening and I know if I got a new one I'd take better care of it, but it is...
During this pandemic, I find it necessary to solo sail quite a bit. We aren't allowed the usual public launch accesses and, while I do feel lonely out there at times, I have been rigging my boat to show new colors.....
Traditionally, prayer flags are used to promote peace, compassion...
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