Bug

Bug

Bug

Product catalog summary
Customer Reviews
Several users from the US and UK have praised the boat for its speed, stability, and ease of use. Hallie from the US describes it as 'rare' and 'cool,' while Grace highlights its performance both downwind and upwind. Pearson appreciates its stability and ease of righting after capsizing, and Aaron and Becky from the UK commend its comfort and simplicity.
Specifications
The boat, referred to as the 'Bug,' has a length of 8.53 ft (2.60 m), a beam of 4.27 ft (1.30 m), and a draft of 2.95 ft (0.90 m). It features a sail area of 40.90 ft² (3.80 m²) and a hull weight of 101.41 lb (46.00 kg). It can accommodate 1-2 people and is suitable for skill levels ranging from beginner to advanced. The boat is cartoppable and has a maximum weight capacity of 352 lb (160 kg) when used as a tender.
Features
The Bug includes a two-position gooseneck for easy rig switching, an integrated water bottle holder, and storage for oars and oarlocks within the hull. Optional features include integral carry handles and a wheel for easy transport.
Rig Options
The Bug offers two rig options: the Standard Bug rig for novice sailors, which allows for sail area adjustment, and the Bug race rig for experienced racers, featuring a Powercurve topmast section and a radial Mylar sail.
Contact Information
LaserPerformance has offices in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East, with contact details provided for each region.
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Catalog excerpts

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"This boat was 'rare!' This boat is really cool... and fast!" —Hallie, US "An amazing boat. Very fast. Great downwind and really fast upwind. The bow rips through waves." —Grace, US "Intense. It's a blast to sail. It rips and really lets you play around without having to bail it out every time you flip. Getting it righted "Really stable. Easy to sail. I like the wheel and the fact that you're not sitting in a pool of water." —Aaron, UK "So simple to sail and easy to rig. It's not like other boats that you have to sit in. It's really comfortable. You can hike when you want or sit in when you want."...

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Bug Features Specs   bug 4.27 1.30 draft  ft/m O 8.53 beam  ft/m P length  ft/m 2.60 2.95 0.90 W 40.90 3.80 hull weight  lb/kg E sail area  ft ²/m ² 101.41 46.00 R capacity C Two Available Mast Options 1-2 people skill level beginner – advanced race level club – international optimal weight*  lb/kg 66/154 U transport 30/70 cartoppable R bug race V sail area  ft ²/m ² 57.05 E Oars and Oarlocks store within the hull Integrated Water Bottle Holder * max weight when used as a tender 352lb/160kg Secure Storage Port Two Position Gooseneck makes switch between the Standard and Race rig a snap Optional...

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Versatility With its innovative dual rig system designed for easy and economical sailing, the Bug accommodates young sailors from championship racers to beginners. Thanks to the Bug’s two position gooseneck, both rigs use the same boom and bottom mast section so changing sails takes only a few minutes. With the Bug, you get two boats in one, perfect for young sailors transitioning from one rig to the other and for families with lots of keen sailors. rig op tion 1 The Standard Bug rig is ideal for training novice sailors and building the confidence of young racers. The sail can be reefed by furling...

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LaserPerformance NORTH AMERICA Portsmouth, Rhode Island 02871 LaserPerformance EUROPE Station Works, LongBuckby United Kingdom LaserPerformance ASIA China Merchants Tower No. 168-200 Connaught Road Central Hong Kong LaserPerformance AUSTRALIA LaserPerformance MIDDLE EAST All rights reserved. ©2008 LaserPerformance. LaserPerformance and associated logos are trademarks. Laser, SB3, Sunfish, and Dart are trademarks used under license. LaserPerformance reserves the right to make design and/or specification changes to any of their products aspart of their continuous development program.

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