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  1. ChadR

    Tips on beaching the laser.

    Awesome info everyone. I have lots to practice. Thanks!
  2. ChadR

    Tips on beaching the laser.

    I've been having some trouble sailing the laser back to shore without almost tipping it or sailing it directly into the beach. The past couple times it seems the wind picks up as I prepare to beach it and then I frantically try to steer the bow of the boat upwind to depower the sails while...
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    What a rush!

    I definitely belted out a couple of yeehaws and hell yeahs myself!
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    What a rush!

    Thanks for the tips! Kentucky usually has pretty mild winters so I'm hoping I can sail year round with the proper clothing. It seems the windiest time of the year is late winter early spring here in KY and I would pretty much have the whole lake to myself. Anyways, here I am back at work and i...
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    What a rush!

    I have had my laser for a couple months now. Have taken it out maybe 6-7 times in mostly light winds. Yesterday I was finally able to sail in steady 10+ knot winds and holy crap what a rush. The local weather station reported gusts up to 22 knots. This was the first time I was able to fully...
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    My first boat.

    Cave run lake is where i will go most of the time. There are a couple closer lakes like Herrington but cave run is way more enjoyable. I am moving to new hampshire in 2 years, so that gives me plenty more options... Cave run will have to do for now
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    My first boat.

    This boat is definitely old, and I'm sure I will feel her age out in the water. I am definitely interested in the speed and agility these boats apparently have. Not sure there are many laser owners in my area to race. But I am definitely interested in getting her out in the water and possibly...
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    My first boat.

    Was the centre jammer on my boat a standard piece in all the factory built lasers or was it added on?
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    My first boat.

    I will rig it and see this evening. All the pulleys on my boat seem old and in need of replacing anyways. I'm going to get it out in the water this Sunday for my first sail ever. Excited to learn. Thanks for the info!
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    My first boat.

    Thanks! I love the color too. What was it about the centre jammer you didnt like?
  11. ChadR

    My first boat.

    Hey all, Just bought a 1974 laser that seems to be in relatively good shape for its age. Some dings, spider cracks and some delamination on the deck. The hull looks and feels sound. The original and only owner had the mast step reinforced and it seems solid. I paid 1200 for boat, nice...

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