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I originally had a trailex, but without the bow pivot. Switched to a Right-On as at the time I had nowhere to store the boat/trailer at home (NYC apartment living...), and wanted to be able to easily keep trailer+dolly in one spot (to keep costs down) without a big production getting it on/off...

DON'T SUPPORT IT ON THE SEITECH DOLLY FLIP UP SUPPORTS ON A TRAILER! Right-On specifically advise against this, and I made the mistake of trailering that way. A few unpleasant bumps and it punched a crack high in the side of my laser. Those gunnel supports are much smaller than the nice long...

I'd encourage anyone old enough to enter the masters worlds if you can make it. There are people of all abilities competing and it's such a great feeling to compete in such a big event and achieve even a simple goal of "I didn't finish last!" or "I finished every race!" In 2015 I went up to...

Having inadvertently set out without one the other week and cursing myself all day - make sure you have a wind indicator!

I found myself in exactly this situation around this time last year, and made a real mess of things at first as most of the information online matches the newer rigging with upgraded vang/outhaul/cunningham. While I highly recommend the upgrades, they are pricey. If you just want to get going...

I never claimed to still be in control at that point :)

That was a great day, though a bit too windy for my first Laser regatta. 20-25kts from what I remember. These days I can just about hang on downwind in that, back then I hadn't a hope in hell. Great crowd, can't wait for this years event.

Wondering what kind of gear anyone hear who frostbites uses under their drysuits. What's working well for you, and what have you learnt to avoid? Also, what sort of temperatures are you sailing in? Thanks, Graham

Picked up a '94 myself for $2500 (including Trailex trailer) earlier this year and am very happy with her. Had been kept indoors and lightly used her whole life, so apart from the sail she felt brand new. Haven't had a chance to race her yet but can't see why she wouldn't be very competitive...