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Laser Fleet
Spirited competition on the beautiful Merrimack River, Newburyport, MA
About the Laser
To many sailors, this is the ultimate racing machine. The Laser is a challenging boat that rewards athleticism, subtle steering, and trimming techniques as well as tactical excellence. It's no wonder the International Sailing Federation awarded the Laser Olympic status!
Originally designed as a car topper, the laser is durable and easy to rig, steer, and transport. It's a perfect sailboat for the beginner.
If it's racing you want, there are top-flight racing events for sailors of all ages and skill levels from the local club level to the national level and even on to the World and Olympic level. There are more than 1000 Laser events to choose from each year.
The class magazine Laser Sailor will keep you up to date on future events, scores from past events, and helpful racing tips.
Specifications
LOA: 13'10"
Beam: 4'6"
Draft: 2'7"
Sail Area: 76 sq. ft.
Hull Weight: 130 lbs.
Laser Race Schedule for 2008
Lasers Sunday Series
| Date | Time | Type |
| Sunday May 11 | 04:00:00 PM | Tune-Up |
| Saturday June 7 | 01:30:00 PM | Regatta |
| Sunday June 22 | 01:15:00 PM | Summer Series |
| Sunday July 6 | 01:15:00 PM | Summer Series |
| Sunday July 20 | 12:00:00 PM | Summer Series |
| Sunday July 27 | 05:30:00 PM | Summer Series |
| Sunday August 10 | 05:30:00 PM | Summer Series |
| Sunday August 17 | 11:00:00 AM | Summer Series |
| Sunday August 24 | 04:15:00 PM | Summer Series |
| Sunday September 7 | 04:00:00 PM | Summer Series |
| Sunday September 21 | 03:00:00 PM | Chet Young |
| Sunday October 5 | 02:15:00 PM | Summer Series |
Lasers Evening Series
| Date | Time |
| Wednesday May 28 | 06:00:00 PM |
| Wednesday June 11 | 06:00:00 PM |
| Monday July 28 | 06:00:00 PM |
| Monday August 11 | 06:00:00 PM |
| Tuesday August 26 | 06:00:00 PM |
| Tuesday September 9 | 06:00:00 PM |
These are one-class races. If you have a Laser and would like to participate, please contact Al Lavender at 465-5611 or allavender@comcast.net
Times listed are on-the-water race start times.
For Info: Contact Al Lavender 465-5611 allavender@comcast.net
Safety Requirements: Each boat will carry 15 ft tow line, whistle, and appropriate life jacket
Format: 4 to 6 Races per Race Day. Throw-outs are 33% of races sailed (rounded down).
Three Trophies per series.
Start Sequence: The start sequence will be 3 minutes total.
Penalty: If you have fouled someone, you can be exonerated by doing a 720.
Scoring: Dns, Dnf & dsq = race starters plus 1. NS = highest race day +1. Dsq can't be thrown out.
Tentative Race Fees: Sunday Series fee = $45. Evening Series fee = $25. (Payable by June 12th.)
Per race fee will be $8 per day with the first day free. Must pay series fee to get trophy.
Chet Young: There is a trophy for this day's races presented in honor of former Commodore Chet Young.
These races also count for the series championship.
This page was updated 2008-04-14 15:57:41 by Tom Lochhaas, Editor, Regatta Committee