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    Capri 14.2 vs American Sail 14.6

    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.
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    Capri 14.2 vs American Sail 14.6

    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.
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    Capri 14.2 vs American Sail 14.6

    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...
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    Capri 14.2 vs American Sail 14.6

    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...
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    I want to get into sailing

    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...
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    I want to get into sailing

    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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