Sheets, sails and nearly all control lines are not even unpacked. They are immediately replaced by stuff that are bought but the sailors themselves. Often when buying a boat of these competitive sailors you get these things handed to you still in their wrapping.
Wouter,
I agree with that, however, I believe when sailors break down and purchase a Hobie Tiger they do it for two reasons.
They can sail it one-design or as an F18.
Is the one-design scene on the Tiger a fantasy?
It depends where you are sailing, though I'd wager after the world's passes you'll see less and less pure one-design Tiger racing in North America.
As far as replacing all the lines, blocks etc., that is our choice! A preference if you will. I don't think my Marstron spin sheet makes the boat go any faster, it is a preference.
I think part of owning a boat is finding out what works best for you and then dreaming up a way to make it happen.
It would be nice to purchase a stripped boat, but you can not blame the manufacturers for running their business like a business.
Tracie
