B McDonald wrote:

I'm looking for some advice for a good small beginner boat. I learned
to sail about 20 years ago at camp in a Sunfish and would like to get
into again.

I have done a little reading but would still like some opinions.

Would like to buy used
The boat would be used on an larger inland lake only that we have cabin
on so transport is not all that critical.
I would like to be able to sail it myself but would like my nephew (10
yr old) to also be able to learn to handle it himself in a few years.

I have found the following used boats nearby

Laser 2 - $2500, Zuma - $1200, Hobie 16 - $3500, all with trailers.

From what I read, the laser 2 would be out of my league at this time and
seems to require 2 people. The hobie seems large - I would probably
leave that in but i'm not sure i want that. The Zuma seems about right.
Is the Zuma to basic? Any opnions or other boats I should be looking
for?

I read some comments that the Zuma could be improved a little with some
aftermarket parts. Comments?

Thanks




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