Based on the above, you should get a Sunfish. Above 15 and a Laser can become a handful, especially downwind, unless you spend a lot of time learning to handle it. I think an F5 may be similar. You will be happy in a Sunfish in almost any conditions above 5 kts or so. BBThank you for all of the good information. I am looking for a boat for recreational sailing only. I typically sail on small inland lakes. I would typically sail in 15 MPH or less winds. Above 15 MPH was a little to much for me and the Catalina. I am looking for a small boat that would be easy to rig and sail by myself.
Thanks
Roger L
Have you tried the builder or a dealer? Or did you just want to shop for used parts.parts for the force 5 seem to be tough to come by
. . . for a boat??I like my parts easy to find and inexpensive.
. . . for a boat??
I'm an old 75 year old codger who loves his Sunfish in most wind conditions...easy to spill wind during gusts...a very forgiving little lady. Enjoy.Based on the above, you should get a Sunfish. Above 15 and a Laser can become a handful, especially downwind, unless you spend a lot of time learning to handle it. I think an F5 may be similar. You will be happy in a Sunfish in almost any conditions above 5 kts or so. BB