Sunday, September 30, 2007
Alan wants advice about UFOs
I am looking for a boat to sail longish distances when I retire in a few years. I am attracted to a UFO 34 and would like advice on:In general how suitable is it for single handed sailing (with self steering gear) for someone 60+ (by then)?In particular; the boat I looked at has a rivetted section a third of the way up the mast where two sections join. Is this normal or is it likely to be a repair to a damaged mast?Thanks in anticipation - it's great to have some where to ask these Questions?Alan
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Hello Alan, We use Aries self steering on Renegade, which works well sometimes. My main concern about the UFO 34 for single handed sailing is the size of the genoa. I don't know whether anyone has tried a cutter rig.
Hi Alan.
I sail brandybottle single and short handed and find her a dream to sail. As with any boat prior planning and good seamanship is the key. Reefing the head sail in plenty of time does make life a lot easier and fitting a stack pack on the main keeps the bag under control and stops the temptation to dance around the cabin roof in a gale. Excellent sea boat and a good turn of speed.
Paddy.
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