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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 2010
Lasers Weekend Series
| Date | Time | Type |
| Sunday May 16 | 12:00:00 PM | Tune-Up |
| Saturday May 22 | 05:30:00 PM | |
| Sunday June 13 | 11:00:00 AM | |
| Saturday June 19 | 04:00:00 PM | |
| Sunday June 27 | 11:00:00 AM | |
| Sunday July 11 | 09:30:00 AM | |
| Saturday July 17 | 03:00:00 PM | Woodbridge Island |
| Sunday July 25 | 10:00:00 AM | |
| Sunday August 1 | 02:30:00 PM | |
| Saturday August 14 | 01:30:00 PM | |
| Sunday August 29 | 11:00:00 AM | |
| Saturday September 11 | 11:30:00 AM | Chet Young |
| Saturday September 25 | 11:00:00 AM |
Lasers Evening Series
| Date | Time |
| Monday June 7 | 06:00:00 PM |
| Monday June 21 | 06:00:00 PM |
| Tuesday July 6 | 06:00:00 PM |
| Tuesday July 20 | 06:00:00 PM |
| Friday August 6 | 06:00:00 PM |
| Wednesday August 18 | 06:00:00 PM |
| Friday September 17 | 05:30:00 PM |
These are one-class races. If you have a Laser and would like to participate, please contact Eric Cutting at ericcutting@ymail.com or Sean King at seankingfisher@earthlink.net
Times listed are on-the-water race start times.
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). 3 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 = race starters +2. DSQ can't be thrown out.
Race Fees: Weekend Series fee = $40. Evening Series fee = $25. (Payable in full due by deadline.)*
Per race fee: $10 per day with the first day free for those who did not sail with us in 2009.
Chet Young:Trophy for this day's races presented to an AYC member in honor of former Commodore Chet Young.
Chet Young and Woodbridge Island races are not part of the series.
*To be eligible for a trophy the series fee must be received by June 21 or within 7 days of your first race, whichever is later. Per race fees are due prior to start time.
This page was updated 2010-05-17 12:56:57 by Tom Lochhaas, Editor, Regatta Committee