On 11 Oct 2006 09:45:31 -0700, "spincircles"
wrote:

Hello,

Is the 470 a wise choice for my first double hand boat? I am
considering a purchase of an old one for under $2K, maybe under $1K.
Is this a bad idea for me?

My primary concerns about the 470 would to confirm:
-It lets me participate and learn, spend some fun time with my wife.
Will sail with my kids when
I've learned to handle the boat and they are old / strong enough



Any advice appreciated.

If there is an obvious hull choice that makes more sense, I'm all ears.

Thanks,
Pat Smith


You will be able to sail the 470 without trapeze / spinnaker
(initially) in light to moderate wind, so I would say its not a bad
choice.

Just make sure there's a hiking strap for the crew!

Malcolm Osborne
South Africa