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Types of boats sailed 


 Any mono-hull under 5.5metres is welcomed at South Brisbane Sailing Club. Below is a description of the most common sailed at the club.

 

LASER
The Laser is a fibre-glass boat with very strict design rules which guarantee a Laser on the river is exactly the same as one sailing on the England. There are two other variations of the Laser for light-weight sailors - these are the M-rig and the radial rig. Used boats cost from $1000 to $4000.  

For further information, visit the web page - http://www.qldlaser.vze.com

  NS 14  

The NS14 is an Australian designed dinghy, that was first conceived in 1960 by a group of senior members from the Northbridge Sailing Club, hence NS14.

Class Rules state; "it is the intent to result in boats which yield close racing with acceptably high performance, without demanding athletic or acrobatic ability. The boats should appeal to crews (such as husband and wife and/or father and son/daughter etc.), who are not attracted to existing large sail area classes. As a secondary intention, the boats should be easily handled by two adults, both in the water and out, have stability and sail area, such that, trapezes are not required. Thirdly they shall be safe, reasonably comfortable, inexpensive and durable."

NS14’s offer close fun racing and there are second hand boats available to suit all budgets.

 

HERON 

The Heron is a family-friendly class and we welcome all enquiries. The jib is small enough for a 5 or 6 year old to manage, and the majority of boats are sailed by Parent / Child combinations. As the kids grow, they take their rightful position at the back of the boat!

Perhaps you are looking for a dinghy class to introduce your children to sailing. Sailing is one of the few sports where parents can participate directly as a team with their children and teach them the sporting values they want them to learn.

There is a huge variety of experience in the  South Brisbane  Heron Fleet. Champions from other classes mix with first-season beginners; all sailing and learning from each other in a friendly atmosphere for all the family. 

You can't go past a Heron, whether you are looking for close tactical racing, or a pleasant afternoon on the water.  Competitive boats are available for hire (see below) or for sale from $800.00 upwards.  Go to the  Qld Heron Sailing Association contacts page if you would like to request further information.

We regularly have 15 Herons lining up for the start on Saturdays, so come and try one with us.

For further information, visit the web page - http://members.optusnet.com.au/deakinsharpe/                

TASAR

Tasar is an acronym for `Totally And Simply All-round Racing'. The Tasar Dinghy carries two crew, although it is possible to sail her single-handed in light to moderate breezes.

The Tasar is a strictly controlled one-design class that is sailed all round the world, but particularly in Australia, North America, Japan and the UK.

There are now almost 3000 Tasars sailing worldwide. In Australia, the class is popular in all the states and has been used by the armed services for seamanship training.  

  For further information, visit the web page - http://www.tasar.org.au/tasar/index.html    

16 FOOT SKIFF  

The 16 foot skiff is a high performance sailing boat usually sailed by fit people generally in their early twenties. It is a development class allowing experimentation within guidelines. These guidelines may change as frequently as every three years, and as a consequence prices can vary quite a bit. A reasonably competitive boat could be bought for around $3000. 

    For further information, visit the web page -  http://www.skiffs.org.au/    

       

125 CLASS
The 125 is a wooden boat around 4 metres long. They are a very popular class suitable for two adults, or an adult and a child. Second hand boats start around $1000.

 

For further information, visit the web page - http://125qld.vze.com