Like others, I solo a Capri 14.2 (I'd love an Expo too) and never use the jib (just keep it furled). It's just my preference though - to keep things simple. I haven't had any problems tacking with the main only too.
Congratulations on your acquisition! I sail Capri 14.2s that I rent in Crystal Lake (IL). None have motors. We sail from and directly back to the dock. I take a canoe paddle for an emergency but have never used it. Even in very light air, I've managed to creep back. They all have a sort of...
Hi T.W.,
Whilst I'm familiar with the Cat 14.2, I've only looked at the Expo at the Chicago Sailing show. Did you try Catalina's customer service? Yachts and boats for sale - Catalina Yachts -- I've found them helpful. There's also their Cali and FL phone numbers on that page.
In my opinion, I don't think the Expo is more prone to turtling than any other dinghy of its size.
I sail Capris that usually have either a buoyancy bag or customized Hobie Cat float at the top of the mast which help a lot. And floating seat pads.
Ihe only capsizing experience I had in a...
Congratulations on your beautiful Expo. I hope to get one someday.
I wonder if something like this could be adjusted? Mast Float for Top of Mainsail
In the little fleet of Capri 14.2 boats that I rent, they use a nifty bag that is not inflated but has a foam sleeve. It fits the top of the mast...
I'll ask the marina manager about the float details next time I'm over there. You're correct in that it's smaller than you think. I always forget it's up there until it's 'needed.'
That's a fine-looking boat, Tom. The Capris I learned on all had floats at the mast head that looked like Hobie Floats but they were fitted straight up and down like a football on a tee: http://sailsportmarine.com/images/HB30119.jpg
The Capris I rent now have a float 'pad' at the of the mast...
Very impressive. Especially with four in the boat too. The shallowest I've dared go (deliberately) is a foot. Of course, I've bumped the board inadvertently a few times. Good thing it kicks up. (the lake - a former quarry - is full of sandy 'hills'.
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