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Laser 4.7, Laser Radial, Olympic Laser: Three Boats: One World Class

The best owners’association The International Laser Class Association with national organisationsin all the main Laser sailing countries organises event programmes, co-ordinates training programmes and provides regular newsletters or magazines. If you own a Laser,membership of the class association is the way to get the maximum enjoyment: Laser Radial Youth Sailing Laser Radial racing has been the foundation upon which so many of theLaser sailors at the highest level havebuilt and developed their skills. There are quality training programmes andclub, regional, national and internationalregattas. The Laser Radial is used for many of the top world youth sailing events, whilst Radial international eventsboast impressive entries. At the highestlevel this is a major step towards an Olympic dream - if you are a teenagerwith a passion for sailing this is theplace to prove yourself. You will meet sailors from all over the world withsimilar ambitions. On the race courseyou will be rivals - ashore, where the après sail kicks in, you will make friendsto last a lifetime. At the last Olympicsthe atmosphere in the Laser pit lane preparation area was incredibly friendly. Many of the competitors from aroundthe globe had been close friends fromtheir Laser Radial days. www.laserinternational.org An Olympic Gold or a first ever Laser race On a midweek summer’s evening, there is the same burst of adrenaline as the start gun fires, the sameexhilaration of proving just how goodyou are. The same sensation of surfing downwind in a sea of spray; the samesatisfaction of crossing the finish line,knowing that you have given your all. Winning or losing is down to youalone, as every boat is identical. Laser Radial forLightweights of all ages Sailors of all ages, whose physique isbetter suited to the smaller Laser Radial than the full Laser, enjoy a full eventsprogramme. There are categories fordifferent ages and abilities, including “Open” and “Masters” World Championships. Laser 4.7 The real thing for young sailors With a sail area 35% smaller than the full rig, Laser 4.7 is the answer for small people with big aspirationsto learn and develop Laser sailingskills at the youngest age. Training in the Laser 4.7 will give those whorelish the chance to compete,practice in the boat that will continue to provide the best competition foryears to come. With numerousinternational events and its own World Championship firmly established, this newest of ISAF recognised classescontinues to grow at an impressivepace. For parents, sailing federations, and sailing schools the Laser 4.7 isreally cost effective because whenage, ability and size means it’s time to move on there is no need to invest ina new boat. Simply select a new sailand lower mast section and go Laser Radial racing... Laser Radial A class in its own right for sailorswhose physique is better suited to the Laser Radial rig (sail size 18% smaller than the Laser) with an exceptionalevents and training programme for allages and abilities.

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