Hi all,

The Arafura Cadet national championships were sailed here in Adelaide last week & while only 7 boats contested, the quality of boats is high.

The platform only weighs about 36kgs ( class minimum) & is only 11 foot long - so a little short for F12.??

I learnt to sail on one of these fun boats as an 11 year old 25 years ago & they are the only real training boat for young kids in this country.

Darrly is correct that if you drove around the suburbs here you might spot one stung up in the garage unused.

I currently have a set of new hulls, beams & mast in the roof of my shed ready for when my 9 year old is ready to try sailing by himself.

I have a PDF copy of the class rules if any body is interested & i'm pretty sure the class association sells the plans for about $40 au EACH.

Marcus