There is one major board bag, 2 tillers one wood and one racing, 2 complete assemblies, 2 rudders, 2 center blades. The fun is special edition of the laser 2 with a furling jib and reefable main sail, but no spinaker. Laser 2 rigging manual uk laser 2 class association. Find out how to rig the standard laser rig in our handy guide. Rigging manual 2014 specification shoreline sailboats.
This site is dedicated to building a new laser ii class in north america. If you have trouble pulling the eye terminal low enough. Hidden pivot bookcase installation thisiscarpentry. Please read the manual before rigging and sailing your laser bahia. I think the illustration of how to rig the singleline reefing is much clearer, for example.
Rope that stretches, or is inflexible and stiff, is useless for control lines. Sailboat manuals laser mta tae manual laserperformance rigging guides 2002 ford escort manual how to rig a laser sailboat. I do not have the actual specifications for any of the sails beyond the sail areas listed above and the information given in the manuals links above. Rigging safety manual osha safety manual health and. Also see the great laser 2 rigging explained by felipe. Jib, pretty much self expanitory, like any small head sail. How to rig a laser sailboat in 5 easy steps laser xd. I used sand paper and furniture polish to do it and then drilled a new hole for the. March 2012 important safety information the procedures in this manual are for use by qualified personnel only. Laser stratos class association rigging manual and instructions. The mast will have to be tilted back towards the stem of the boat in order to allow the base to fit into the mast step. The very day after my holidays i bought a laser 2 fun. Also, when you order the polering, make sure you get the larger one roughly 1.
The simplest way to check would be to rig the boat on a calm day on the. Laserperformance reserves the right to make design andor speci. Important information th ere are three hatches and one transom drain bung on the laser 2000. Medium eased a little so the foot shelf just falls. The laser 2 is a two person dinghy, which comes in various different configurations, some with trapeze, some with spinnakers, some with both. Ipts crane and rigging training manual is the first choice for many trade colleges and apprenticeship programs. You can use the lawn or the deck of your laser or even the carpet inside the boathouse if there is room for rigging your sail. For more indepth assistance please feel free to contact j. Rigging accessories transducers and sensors mercury marine.
You can find their laser products here and laser 16 products here. The laser 2 is also often written as laser two officially, laser ii, and laser because the ii symbol on the jib looks like that. It is a significant improvment over the old one, with colour pictures and a more logical layout and in one or two critical places much better diagrams. Find the right parts for your mercury or mercruiser engine here. Mercury has an extensive network of factorytrained dealers to help answer any partsrelated questions you may have. Jib she the rope used to controi ihe position at the jib when under sail. The laser sb3 rigging instructions are a guide to rigging your boat.
Vanguard sailboats laser 2 rigging instructions pdf download. How to rig a laser sailboat in 5 easy steps laser xd sailing. Once vertical, pick up the mast and fit the bottom of the mast into the mast step casting on the deck. In effect we were left with a laser 2 dinghy, a mast, a launching trolley and a few. Raise the mast to a vertical position with the bottom of the mast on the ground. This rigging manual has no borders, we publish rules and regulation from various countries but we do not get involved in how you are governed. Available as an inhulltransom mount or thruhull model. Rigging installation manual design, manufacture and installation of theatrical equipment worldwide 315 45440 fax 315 4511766. Identify and ensure that all necessary parts are there. Vanguard sailboats laser 2 rigging instructions pdf. View and download vanguard sailboats laser 2 rigging instructions online. Click here to find your local authorized mercury marine dealer. I got to build two of these in the past couple of years. You can locate the mercruiser serial number label on.
Some of the parts on my part list are repeated under a few categories for ease of understanding. Boats numbered 912 have the prorigging and are reserved for those who have completed sailing iii. Vela sailing supply is your laser performance store carrying everything you need for your laser including north sails, hyde sails, laser mainsheet, vang upgrade, outhaul and cunningham, hiking straps and more. There was the laser ii fun, and the laser ii regatta, a laser fun new wave, which added an assym. A very popular boat for racing, lasers are even sailed in the olympics and have a range of different rigs for different capabilities. You should have the boat itself the hull, the dagger board, the rudder and tiller, your mainsheet, both mast. Laser 2000 rigging manual laser centre switzerland. Due to production supplies certain parts may be slightly.
Morgan sails, also in southampton, also advertise laser and laser 16 sails and covers including laser 16 spinnakers. Buy windesign ex2035 sail set, main and jib for laser pico, sailing gear, sailboat parts, sails and running rigging at vela sailing supply. Lasers are lightweight boats, and should be treated with care as they are not built to take abuse. It features the latest news and events from the sailing world together with features and info in an easytouse format. Sailing rigging guides posted on sunday, november 18, 2007 12. The laser 2 laser ii is a highperformance racing dinghy designed by frank bethwaite in 1979, in a similar fashion to the strict one design laser dinghy. This is a step by step instruction on how to rig the original laser. Th e laser 2000 rigging instructions are a guide to rigging your boat. Thanks to gary i knew how to begin and end as i found this article on his web site. There are a range of names for them, from regatta, fun, and fun new wave amongst others. Identify the sail number of your laserperformance bug by referring to the.
Laser 4344 displacement sailing vs planing 45 boat trim 4648 hiking properly 4950 sail controls. When rigged improperly you can severely damage a laser. In this first chapter i will discuss some of the alternative methods for rigging a laser and the function of the sail controls 1. Do not sail the boat if it is missing any of the following. This article saved me hours of aggravations and boosted my confidence immensely. If you buy a laser 3000 daggerboard it will be the correct size and shape and fit the slot no problem. Shallow water alarm setting, welltuned gauges, and customizable features. Finely tuned mercury electrical transducers and accessories expertly read depth and depthtemperature sounders.
Search by serial number to see detailed engine diagrams and part numbers, then contact your local authorized mercury marine dealer to place your order. It is well organized and sophisticated in everything laser specific, from buying and rigging the boat to sailing trim and techniques. Rigging frame installation guide rev b march 2015 page 3. You can also browse by model, but we strongly recommend using your serial number to ensure you find the correct parts. I believe you can also get this off of the vanguard website.
World sailing news is the weekly online newsletter of the world sailing. Laser 2000 capsize technique th e laser 2000 rigging instructions are a guide to rigging your boat. With an ideal crew weight between 120170kg, its an ideal boat for mixed crews and younger sailors. Two ongoing efforts aim to modernize the laser s sail and rig combination, with the aim of modernizing one of the sports most prolific singlehanders. Vanguard laser 2 rigging instructions pdf download. The content of the pnnl hoisting and rigging manual was derived from the hanford site hoisting and rigging manual doerl9236. The laser 2 is a great little boat for a single hander with some experience or a crew of two smaller people. A laser taining manual callala junior sailing school. Ensure that the projector plate is flat against the body of the projector. Boats numbered 18 are for anyone who has completed sailing ii.
The concepts covered are applicable to theatres of all sizes. Three lower masts, 2 upper masts and 2 booms, complete with hardware and a laser rigging manual. So youve got that shiny new or more likely not so shiny second hand standard laser, waiting to be sailed, but you dont have a clue how to rig it. With clear, concise rigging process explanations, along with detailed diagrams and charts, this handbook or manual is the only crane and rigging reference youll ever need. Many of the other laser guides are outdated due to new techniques, new equipment and new class rules. This manual contains a pictorial anatomy of the international 420 dinghy, and explains how. Read the latest magazines about laser and discover magazines on. Laser 2 sailboat pictures, a collection of laser 2 sailboats with specifications and photos. The laser 3000 is a vastly improved version of the laser 2 so the parts are somewhat interchangeable.
The existing rigging manual is a bit dated and contains some rigging suggestions that are now totally different to the way most members set up their boats, hence an instructional video was produced by the uk laser ii class association. The rigging manual provides information from highly qualified riggers, who submit their knowledge and experience for you to benefit from. I added a piece of rigging tape around the line where it goes through itself and also switched to 5mm vectran this helps keep the traveler a hair tighter which will maximize your upwind. The ten commandments of good safety habits august 21, 2019. The laser 2 is an exciting, isaf recognised, international one design racing dinghy which is ideal for couples and lighter weight crews less than 150kg tota. Sleeprn, i have a day sailer ii rigging guideowners manual that i created based on the original oday information combined with my experiences with my ds ii, i can make a copy for you if you like. Knotless design for quick and easy rigging of your boat. Caution water sailing laser standard rigging guide.
This instruction manual is not a guide to sailing your craft and it should not be considered suitable for the task of learning to sail a boat. Introduction to singlehanded sailing parts of the boat. The laser pro rigging was used on production boats from 2002 to 2006. The laser is a very unique boat that can accommodate many different sized sailors and abilities, due to its three interchangeable rigs. High performance design with reduced friction allows you to focus on tactics and boat speed. View and download vanguard laser 2 rigging instructions online. Respirator fit check personal protective equipment july 23, 2019. Laser have recently posted a new rigging manual to their site. For mercury outboards, the serial number label is located on the transom bracket. The laser 2000 is not the same as the laser ii, but the laser 3000 class in the uk uses the laser ii hull design with an updated rig and assy spinnaker. Sailing rigging guides posted on sunday, may 2, 2010 2. In this, the first of my laser 2 spinnaker rigging articles, ill take you through the basics where to run the lines, how to rig the pole uphaul, a quick bit on the sheets and guys and finally ill outline the relevant class rules that state exactly what you are and arent allowed to do.
When rigging, thoroughly inspect your equipment to make sure everything is in good working order. As the halyards were totally rotten idecided to buy new ones at. I read many if not all laser specific books and this one is by far the best available nowadays. A large file, 45 mb, but if you are interested in a laser 2, you want to watch this video. Rya laser handbook goodison, paul, galvin, pete on. Theatrical rigging system design guide this design guide is intended to assist in the planning of rigging systems.
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