Jun 10, 2009 #1 O Optimo Primo New Member Dear Members I would like to purchase a new laser before the upcoming regattas I want to compete in this year. What things should I look for in a new laser? I am aware of some things to look out for but I thought I should just clarify a few things before hand. -Check the mast rack is correct -mast is centred and not angled -Check wait of boat (this bit I'm not so sure on, is there much difference between new lasers?) Should I go for the lightest one I can find or find one that’s a little on the heavy side or bang on weight? -stiffness?? -Check foils are centred and in line with each other -bottom section stiffness? (Not sure on this one as some people I say it can be quite critical)?? Any other things I should check when buying a brand new laser? I know at the end of the day there probably won't be any difference but I just thought I should ask as a little bit more knowledge can't go a miss. Thank you for your time in reading my first post I look forward to everyone’s theories and answers
Dear Members I would like to purchase a new laser before the upcoming regattas I want to compete in this year. What things should I look for in a new laser? I am aware of some things to look out for but I thought I should just clarify a few things before hand. -Check the mast rack is correct -mast is centred and not angled -Check wait of boat (this bit I'm not so sure on, is there much difference between new lasers?) Should I go for the lightest one I can find or find one that’s a little on the heavy side or bang on weight? -stiffness?? -Check foils are centred and in line with each other -bottom section stiffness? (Not sure on this one as some people I say it can be quite critical)?? Any other things I should check when buying a brand new laser? I know at the end of the day there probably won't be any difference but I just thought I should ask as a little bit more knowledge can't go a miss. Thank you for your time in reading my first post I look forward to everyone’s theories and answers
Jun 10, 2009 #2 N nesdog Member See sticky in the For Sale section for some good info: http://www.laserforum.org/showthread.php?t=6851
See sticky in the For Sale section for some good info: http://www.laserforum.org/showthread.php?t=6851
Jun 10, 2009 #3 Wavedancer Upside down? Staff member The way I read the original post, Optimo Primo wants to buy a NEW Laser. Please clarify and indicate the country where you live. You may not have much choice...
The way I read the original post, Optimo Primo wants to buy a NEW Laser. Please clarify and indicate the country where you live. You may not have much choice...
Jun 10, 2009 #5 O Optimo Primo New Member Re: what are the things to look for when buying a Brand new laser I live in New Zealand Wavedancer and yep I am looking to buy a brand new Laser. Sorry if I didn't make that clear enough.
Re: what are the things to look for when buying a Brand new laser I live in New Zealand Wavedancer and yep I am looking to buy a brand new Laser. Sorry if I didn't make that clear enough.