Anyone have a sail boat?

[justabuddy]

I've been wanting to get one for a while. Something I can take out on the water and camp. Any advice?

[WindAtMyBack]

I used to so some sailing in very small boats - the kind that you can pick up and put on top of your car. I'd suggest starting with something small like that until you get the basics. Then decide if you like it enough to move up to something bigger and more expensive.

Sailing is fun. No gas. No electricity. Just the wind. You can feel the power of the wind in the sail, the rudder and the motion of the boat. It's not hard to learn the basics either. Start learning on a calm day with a very light breeze and smooth water. Don't forget sun screen :)

[justabuddy]

Thanks. Their is a sailing club here that said they would put me on a boat during events. I thought I'd learn the basics that way.

[andreasderjuengere]

I began sailing when I was 17. Soon after I studied how to make boats/yachts, and now it's my profession.

My advice: try out a few before you make a purchase decision. They aren't necessarily expensive, but it's a certain sum to pay, still. And some 2nd hand boats are not in a good condition...

You may want to look into size and type that can be towed on a trailer. That saves mooring costs and maintenance. It also makes you flexible to try out different boating areas.

[andreasderjuengere]

Oh yes: ... and stay away from ''McGregor'' boats no matter how priceworthy they look...

[IrishStewed]

Those types of sailboats are usually larger and they are not cheap. Plus you need a place to keep/moor them. Sounds like a lot of money just to go camping.

[Nikki1989]

Not anymore, but I had two boats for a few years.

[mandyfire98]

I want to go on a sailboat. Always have lol.

[NathanDavis]

where can I get one as well?