Recent content by mghbones

I have the Ronstan Orbit 55 RF 56100 with the new swivel post, I had previously had the Orbit 55 RF 56101 using the Dyneema link but it was replaced under warranty when a internal part failed. I live in Melbourne where Ronstan have their Head Office and they replaced it with the newer model even...

I have purchase both the Intensity and Rooster sails. Both are fine, though perhaps I would just give the Rooster as a slight advantage over the Intensity for finsh and quality but in the end if price was your main consideration then go for the Intensity because it really is hard to pick the...

I purchased the 48" fatso jr from IntensitySails and it makes my previous extension (that came with the laser) completely inadequte in comparison. The boat is just that much better to sail, particularly in stronger wind conditions. I'm 186cm's in height so the 48" lenght is spot on for me. I...

Oli I didn't realise you had such a depth of knowledge regarding the Australian economy. Crazy high inflation, currently our inflation is 3% unemployment is 4% and we are doing just fine. By the way the aussie dollar may be more your concern as the US$ has lost a lot of value. Currently AUS$1...

Mike you may wish to consider the Gill Pro Racer vest. Gill make a great product at a very reasonable cost. I have only recently purchased one and it is very comfortable and snug so it does not impead movement when tacking. I'm in Australia and was able to source mine locally. It is a UK product...