National 12
Sidebar
 

What National for a Novice Helm?

Started by Stephen H (Guest), 23 Apr 2008, 11:59

« previous - next »

Stephen H (Guest)

I am wanting to buy a National for my daughter to helm. She's 5' 5" with similar crew and not very experianced. I'm thinking they're going to capsize it from time to time, so I want it to be reasonably easy for them to right it. Would one of the single skinned hulls be OK? These seem less expensive which is always good, but it's no good if I end up putting her off. She's hoping to sail at Salcombe this summer.

greight expectations

You are probably correct in thinking a non db boat would be best,  they are said to be less unruly when capsized.  Baggy trousers or crusaders (1st choice all rounder) would be good and  a chunk more money (but a lot less effort in terms of maintenance) would buy a Design 8 (almost a plastic crusader), perfect for salt water sniddling at Salcombe!
Roger
 

FuzzyDuck

I would recommend Fuzzy Duck which is up for £750.  An excellant well looked after boat, even if I dont own her any more.
Simon
aka Simon Hopkins<br />3252 Silent Running<br />Ex 3230, 3413, 3470, 3236