My first choice would be a Laser, however it's pretty thin market in my area and I'm also on a student's budget. I've been lucky enough to find two sailboats for sale, one being a laser and the other a Bombardier Invitation
Laser: mid 1970s, good condition, 2 sails one being almost new, all the parts and well kept. Regular not radial. $1200
Bombardier Invitation: Not to sure on age, 1974-1990. Fair condition. $700 obo.
So with the Laser being roughly 130pounds, the Bombardier is roughly 180 pounds.
I myself weigh 145 pounds @ 5'11. I've sailed on Lasers before and had no problem righting them when capsized or turtled. However I'm a bit worried about the Bombardier and being able to right it considering it's significantly bigger. Also curious if the Bombardier will be as agile in comparison to a Laser?
I'm basically just looking for a boat to have as a hobby, not race or anything though I would to sail quite aggressively.
Any advice appreciated,
Ryan
Laser: mid 1970s, good condition, 2 sails one being almost new, all the parts and well kept. Regular not radial. $1200
Bombardier Invitation: Not to sure on age, 1974-1990. Fair condition. $700 obo.
So with the Laser being roughly 130pounds, the Bombardier is roughly 180 pounds.
I myself weigh 145 pounds @ 5'11. I've sailed on Lasers before and had no problem righting them when capsized or turtled. However I'm a bit worried about the Bombardier and being able to right it considering it's significantly bigger. Also curious if the Bombardier will be as agile in comparison to a Laser?
I'm basically just looking for a boat to have as a hobby, not race or anything though I would to sail quite aggressively.
Any advice appreciated,
Ryan