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Thoughts on the Flying Scot
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I am toying with the idea of selling my C22 and get more of a day sailer that would be easier to tow to different lakes and to setup. My H30 will be ready for the water soon and really don't need a C22 and a H30. I am looking for something fun but stable and can handle at least 4 comfortably. I never been on one but the Flying Scot comes to mind. Looking for comments on this boat as far as how it sails, rigging time, stepping the mast etc.
I don't have the details you need, but a 50-something couple I know love theirs. They trailer it whenever they go sailing and take others out with them. A much admired boat design.
What I have read is that they are one of the most stable centerboard daysailers around. It take a lot of wind and a huge brain fart to capsize one. It's and older design but I kind of like the big bow area. You can duck in there if caught in a storm. It could probably get by with a small electric trolling motor too.
May be a good time to buy one. The GYA (Gulf Yachting Association) has changed it's standard boat from the Scot to the Viper. The GYA is made up of clubs along the Gulf Coast from Houston to Tampa. Many individuals and clubs are now buying Vipers and selling off their Scots. http://www.gya.org/?page_id=13 I imagine the price of a used Scot has dropped precipitously down around here. If nothing else you can use that to leverage to negotiate a better price where you are.
Scott T-Bird
Sounds like a good choice to me and you should have no problem finding one to suit your budget. Only knock I read is that they aren't particularly performance oriented. For stability, comfort and good overall performance, though, it would seem to be hard to beat it.
Sandy Stone
Not the best boat upwind, but reaching in a breeze they are amazingly fast, and will plane. Mast stepping is pretty much a 2-person job. We recently had a juniors race where a 30-knot squall came through the fleet, and only 1 boat flipped. Just look closely at the execrable dual reel winches for the halyards and see if you can live with that.
Take a look at the Rhodes 19. Ballast ratio similar to, half the weight, higher performance, and more cockpit than the C22. The flying Scott (unballasted) requires an attentive crew.
Fun Boat. I recommend it. This is a board boat not a keel boat. You have to use your body weight to keep it upright like a Sunfish.
Keep in mind it IS a dinghy. A stable dinghy, but a dinghy nonetheless. If you're not careful it will go over. Fast. A world away from say a Hunter 20.
kito said: What I have read is that they are one of the most stable centerboard daysailers around. It take a lot of wind and a huge brain fart to capsize one. It's and older design but I kind of like the big bow area. You can duck in there if caught in a storm. It could probably get by with a small electric trolling motor too. Click to expand
BTW, I wouldn't call the Scot unballasted. The centerboard must weigh a couple hundred pounds at least, but it's not hard to raise with the tackle provided.
Thanks for all the input so far. The Rhodes 19 and the Boston Whaler look interesting too. I may have to broaden my choices since there are not many Flying Scot's for sale. Lake Norman has a fleet but none for sale.
kito said: Thanks for all the input so far. The Rhodes 19 and the Boston Whaler look interesting too. I may have to broaden my choices since there are not many Flying Scot's for sale. Lake Norman has a fleet but none for sale. Click to expand
The Scot centerboard has enough weight (maybe 75 lbs) to keep it down and the boat on her lines when the sails are down. But that old style long-footed main rides on a very long boom, like 12 feet. Between the inertia of that boom swinging across, the relatively large mainsail area, no reefing, and no ballast this is nice 60's era dinghy sailboat good for a limited range of conditions. Once the wind pipes up you have your hands full.
Our club has a Flying Scot fleet. I sailed on hull #2. Immaculate condition and apparently the same design as new ones. I would consider one but don't have answers to your questions. Just got excited to see that you're considering a boat that is popular at our club.
I wonder how many sailors named Scott have named theirs "Flying Scott". Just had to put that out there.
I think age influences what you might get. I dont know much about the Scot but I had several Hobie cats (14 and 16) and while they were very hard to get to go over, once they did.. they are not easy to upright. For someone young.. no problem to upright and get going again. For someone older.. could be a big problem. Also, even if you have a float at the end of the mast and can upright the boat after a capsize, its easy for a young person to climb back in, not so easy for an older person.
Justin_NSA said: I wonder how many sailors named Scott have named theirs "Flying Scott". Just had to put that out there. Click to expand
Warren Milberg
Many years ago, I taught sailing on Flying Scots. Great little boats that just about impossible to turn over.
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For sale is a 1971 Flying Scot. Hull number 1886. The boat is ready to be dropped in the water and is currently sailed by me and the kids. The bottom is unpainted. Condition if the boat is clean with some cosmetic blemishes. It does pass the 10 foot test though. The hull has no soft or wet spots - very sound. It comes with 4 sets of sails, some newer and some older, but all in good used condition. Spinnaker and a pole are also included. Also included is a newish blue mooring cover, which I had never used since it lives on the trailer. It sits on a 2002 Loadrite galvanized trailer, which is in excellent condition with good tires, new bearings and races with bearing buddies, new lights and title in hand. A like new Honda 2hp motor, perfect size for this boat, is included in the price. The motor has fresh oil change and starts on the first pull and never quits. Until I forget to add gas, that is. For those who are not familiar wit the Flying Scott, do a Google search - Plenty of good info online. I bought it to teach my kids the love of sailing. To let them experience the feeling when the boat catches the wind and starts pulling like a train. This boat is fast and stable - two characteristics that rarely go together in a 19 footer. Safety and stability was one of the reasons I went with FS and I do not regret it. Now, the family wants a larger boat. The price includes everything listed above plus a bunch of misc. stuff, which typically sloshes around in the bilge, like anchor, oars, cushions, bailing pumps, extra lines, etc... Also available a 1989 5HP Gamefisher motor with long shaft. This motor has been in storage for 10 years and has very low use. The boat must be picked up by the buyer. I can make it available for pick-up at 07733 or 18428.
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This has been my first season with a Flying Scot. I think I may have bought the wrong boat. I'm a novice sailor. I've taken the ASA 101 class last spring and chartered several times. Those were on things like a Capri 22, O'Day 25, Catalina 25. I do not have years of experience. I bought a Flying Scot based on the reputation as stable and good family boats. I did not buy it to race. My Scot has been very responsive - it sails in light wind and reacts quickly to my changes. I now think it may be too responsive for my skill level. I'm nervous that if I don't anticipate what's going to happen, I could get into trouble easily. I don't want the risk of capsizing. Of course it is possible in any boat, but I want something where the risk is very small. I now realize that the Scot has a higher risk of capsizing than something with a fixed keel. I think that is basic boat design that I didn't appreciate enough. My wife has no sailing experience and is looking for a lounging experience (newspaper, cold drink etc). I have two kids (6 and 9) that have loved sailing, love the water. My wife is not interested in ending up in the water. My kids would probably say they'd like to fall off, but I think they'd actually get scared and it could put them off sailing. I have a wet slip on a lake, so the advantage of being able to trailer a Scot are not important to me. I want to emphasize that my interactions with Flying Scot Inc have been great. Also, other Scot sailors have been extremely nice and helpful. I crewed in a race once and it was a blast. I think my issue is that I didn't match the pros/cons of the Scot with my personal menu of desires. I think I bought a boat that is great for an experienced sailor, or someone that is fine with some capsizes. What do you think? Do you agree that a slightly larger fixed keel boat (like a Capri 22) would be better suited for me? I expect it won't be as resopnsive in light winds, but it would be more stable in moderate or heavy winds. I'm not interested in overnighting, so the down-below area isn't important (part of the reason the Scot was attractive). I wanted/want a bigger cockpit area. I now have a better appreciation for what people say about buying a boat - that is is a very personal decision and differnt for everyone! Thanks in advance.
Could you try sailing with one reef in the main until you get more comfortable?...smaller/no jib?
Unless you are in 20 knots of wind you are unlikely to capsize. Find an experienced sailor to go out with you and give you some tips.
Flying Scots are really nice boats. I owned one for a few years and had a blast. They are really very stable and you should never experience a capsize if you are not pushing it (e.g., racing) and pay the least bit of attention. The local sailing centers near DC teach on Scots and that's what they rent to the new sailors. I'd take manatee's advice and reef until you are more comfortable. No shame in that. Pick your weather window. Also, never cleat the main sheet. If you feel you are losing control, just let go of the sheet. The boat will settle down nicely. All that said, a CB boat generally will not be as stable as a keel boat. So, if it would help you and your family to enjoy sailing, instead of being anxious, I'd say trade in the Scot for something else. The point is to have a great time and want to get out on the water. Just my 2 cents.
I'd guess that most Flying Scot's that were rigged for racing do not come with reefing points. There were no reef points on my Lightning 19' (similar sized center boarder). I think you have discovered the essence and personality of a Flying Scot: nimble, responsive, fast and a bit tender (tends to heel quickly). Most keel boats will be much more forgiving, stable and not at all likely to capsize. They will also be slower and less sporty - but if you can live with that and that is what you want = now you know. Before buying your next boat you should gain some familiarity with it to figure out it's personality; preferably go for test sails on different models. did you like the Catalina 25' you sailed on? There is a version of the C25 that has a fixed fin keel which should be the most stable, as long as it does not have the "tall rig" mast. Standard rig with fixed fin keel is what I'd suggest. Hope you have no trouble unloading your Flying Scot.
I have never sailed a flying scott so I wont comment on the boat specifically. As for your ability and therefor safety, with time and practice you will become a skilled sailor. The trepidation you feel now will pass. As was mentioned earlier it will likely be a big help to bring a more experienced sailor with you. Point out the areas that give you concern. It might as simple as sailing with a reef until your more comfortable. Best of luck and don't hesitate to ask the group here for help. There is a wealth of knowledge around this place. Brad
You don't reef a boat like the Flying Scot, you just "depower" and hang on and hike your ass off. Very few dinghies have reef points and your boat, without ballast is a dinghy. It's a dinghy Caleb and has to be sailed like a dinghy. I know the boat well but I've never sailed one. My guess is that it would be hard as hell to capsize. You'd have to be trying. That boat will tip on it's ear and then most probably round up and dump the wind out of the sails and then right itself. The shape is funky with that big fat bow but the boats were very popular in the Mid west in the 60's. Just go at it slowly and whn in doubt let the sheet out. You'll be fine. I am pretty darn certain you bought the right boat.
it's difficult to capsize a Scot but i have done it a few times. But it's easy to right and continue sailing. it generally takes on very little water. I'm very comfortable soloing in my scot even flying the spinnacker in light winds. best dinghy I've ever sailed. At a regatta Riverside NJ The lightning next to me capsized the sailor jumped onto the deck of my scot. all was well my scot barely rocked. Herb 'Flying Turkey' my friend Kay gave me the nickname, Get out there and sail.
My Flying Scot's sail (a fairly new boat) could be reefed. It had "roller reefing" in that you rolled up the sail on the boom and you could make the sail as small as you wanted. (With some loss of efficient shape, but who cares...you aren't racing.) The rental Scot's in DC have traditional slab reefing. They wouldn't rent these boats to newbies if they weren't easy to keep upright.
I do not know how a newbie in sailing, who does not know how much he wants to invest in the sport, does not know what type of sailing he wants to do, or even if he will get sea sick, can pick a boat he will stick with for several years. There are so many types and choices of boats out there. My story, My wife and I sailed a daysailer for two summers 30 some years ago. I always wanted to try it again, especially as I neared retirement age. So I bought a 17' Newport for $1k w/ trailer. Admiral went along with that because of the cheap price. Then I needed an outboard and next thing we knew we had about $2500 into it. BUT, that starter boat was what we needed to figure out if we still like sailing and wanted ti invest more into the hobby. It showed us we hated trailering, we needed a boat with a cabin and we needed a boat we could sit up in without getting wacked by the boom. We also needed something we could do some relaxing sails that was much more stable. Within the year we moved to an Oday 25. Perfect boat for a second boat. Easy to sail, stable, can handle heavier winds or we can just put up the sails and sail while laying back and sipping our fruity drinks. Maybe some people can pick their first boats right the first time but as I was advised my first boat will definitely not be my last boat and they were right. Even our second boat is a learner boat. So, play with your boat and remember one thing. You need to have the Admiral on board and if you and the admiral decide on a type of sailing that appeals to you, and the boat you have is the wrong one for that type of sailing, bite the bullet and get the one you feel you will be happy with.
you have a place on the water so keep the scott they are great boats to learn in. before long your kids will be sailing it and dad and mom will need their own boat. something that mom can sit in with a glass of something cold and a book to read while your kids sail circles around you. Look at the Rhodes 19 a great boat comes fixed keel or centerboard
I was raised on dinghies starting back in '74, sailing many different designs under 20' over the years since. Over a decade ago I taught adults to sail on Flying Scots for two seasons at one of the metro DC marinas Jiminri mentioned. From that experience I have to say the Scots were the most stable and, in a blow, forgiving monohull design under 20' I've ever sailed. My advice is simple: give yourself some time underway aboard your FS before giving up on it. You'll grow into it and you'll be glad you took the time to adjust. If you also sail other dinghy designs for the sake of comparison you'll likely discover the gem you currently own. Failing that, I'm almost tempted to suggest you email me for the right to first refusal when you sell the Scot.
"small keel boat"? That's for wussies. Stick with a boat that can capsize. It will make you a far better sailor. Maybe a better swimmer too.
Do what the Scot does well. Go racing. Find some friends that want to get wet, and go for it. When the conditions are right, take the family out with cold drinks and newspapers. And who knows, maybe some in your family might dig racing too.
Don't give up on your Scot. Just buy a used smaller set of sails, like from a 14 or 15 foot boat, and keep using them until all of you guys are comfortable and have learned how to act on your boat when sailing. Smaller sails will make the boat more stable and less responsive - but in stronger winds you will still sail fast. Then you can go back to the big sails and have real fun. Scot is an awesome dinghy but it does require some skill to sail nicely.
some good videos about the Scot The Flying Scot - The Best Daysailer in the World
There was a FS at the marina where I bought my boat. It was parked on a trailer near the entrance. I drooled over that boat EVERY time I went down to work on my boat. You may or may not decide to keep it, but PLEASE enjoy it while you have it! Also, as much as I like my keel boat, keep in mind that there is a lot more maintenance. Lighting, plumbing, cushions, rigging, etc etc etc.
I learned to fly on a tree lined short grass field. As my flying progressed to larger more advanced aircraft the question of where i took my primary training always came up. it was met with with the same response from almost everyone _ You flew there? Yup and because i didn't know it was supposedly impossible to land a plane there, for me, and everyone else who flew there, it wasn't. We didn't know any better. We were taught by people who knew how to get it done, and because of that, right out of primary training we were better pilots than many. So it goes with dinghy sailing. There is no cruise control. You can't let the boat get ahead of you. Learn to sail a dinghy well and you will be a better sailor for it. You sail in the Delaware River? If so the New Castle Sailing Club ( think that's the name) in New Castle Delaware sails a fleet of Flying Scots. Real nice people! I'm sure for a case of beer they would be more than happy to give you some tiller observation time along with ways of detuning the Scot into the don't spill the tea boat you want it to be. Bottom line, if i can sail the grossly over powered Hobie 16 and Nacra 17 without flipping in 20mph winds, you can do the same with a FS. No need to give up on the boat. Just learn how to do it. Also the advice to get some capsize experience on a sun fish or laser, good stuff!!!
TJC45 said: I learned to fly on a tree lined short grass field. As my flying progressed to larger more advanced aircraft the question of where i took my primary training always came up. it was met with with the same response from almost everyone _ You flew there? Yup and because i didn't know it was supposedly impossible to land a plane there, for me, and everyone else who flew there, it wasn't. We didn't know any better. We were taught by people who knew how to get it done, and because of that, right out of primary training we were better pilots than many. So it goes with dinghy sailing. There is no cruise control. You can't let the boat get ahead of you. Learn to sail a dinghy well and you will be a better sailor for it. You sail in the Delaware River? If so the New Castle Sailing Club ( think that's the name) in New Castle Delaware sails a fleet of Flying Scots. Real nice people! I'm sure for a case of beer they would be more than happy to give you some tiller observation time along with ways of detuning the Scot into the don't spill the tea boat you want it to be. Bottom line, if i can sail the grossly over powered Hobie 16 and Nacra 17 without flipping in 20mph winds, you can do the same with a FS. No need to give up on the boat. Just learn how to do it. Also the advice to get some capsize experience on a sun fish or laser, good stuff!!! Click to expand...
I learned to sail on Flying Scots at one of the marinas here in DC. I then sailed them for years on the Potomac. You really can't capsize this boat unless you are out in a gale. However, if you feel like you are going to capsize, you may need to learn more about sail trim and dumping air in a puff. I've been out in 30 knot puffs in this boat and it will heel alarmingly. Just ease the main quickly and let the air out in the puffs. You should also be able to reef your sails but do this on shore before heading out in stronger winds. One of my favorite features of this boat is its stability and performance in light air. That said, this is not a 'sit and drink wine' cruiser boat. You may have not bought the wrong boat for yourself but maybe the wrong boat for your wife. But you'll learn a lot sailing this boat if you decide to keep her for a while. E.
emcentar said: That said, this is not a 'sit and drink wine' cruiser boat. E. Click to expand...
BTW, i learned to sail on Flying Scots. I love the boat. As i recall the boat can be reefed as reefing was part of the instruction. The boat was comfortable and stable. Compared to my usual ride, the Hobie 16, the FS was rock solid.
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The Flying Scot Is The Perfect Daysailer Racer! It's great for sailing with your family. You can sail her with the spinnaker or without, and/or with motor. ... Only one word describes our experience working with the whole professional Flying Scot team to launch our new sailboat (Free Spirit): FUN! Please feel free to call us, 8-4 Eastern, Mon ...
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Jib Sheet: Ratchet and Cleat on Side Deck. Mainsheet: 3:1 Mid Boom Rig. Outhaul: 2:1 external. Sails: Mad Main & Jib - soft cloth - built in Madison Wisconsin. Build Your Daysailer. The Flying Scot Sailboat is in the sailboat hall of fame. With our boats, you can motor, sail, fly the spinnaker and race.
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A New Flying Scot from the factory is guaranteed to be ready to sail. We go over rigging and sailing with you. Every boat comes with a 6 hour demonstration. "Our aim, as always, is to build the best." The big back deck is perfect for swimming. The boat sails great whether you're single handing or sailing with others.
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Flying Scot Inc. Designer: Gordon K. Douglass: KLSC Leaderboard. Sailboat Calculations Definitions ... New Topic + Latest Topics: Be the first one to create a topic + ... / 64]^.666 Bal./Disp.: A Ballast/Displacement ratio of 40 or more translates into a stiffer, more powerful boat that will be better able to stand up to the wind. Bal./Disp ...
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Clinigatta Livestreaming July 12-14. Ahoy Flying Scot Sailors! You are invited to join us as we film the Clinicagatta at Lake Monona in beautiful Madison, Wisconsin. We'll be livestreaming multiple drone feeds as experienced racers provide commentary and answer questions LIVE on the FSSA YouTube channel. We encourage you to stop by and say ...
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SKU: 000001 Categories: Hardware & Fasteners, Hull, Blade & Deck Fittings, Kits, Lines, Running Rigging, Safety Items, Spars and Standing Rigging, Trailer Tags: boat, daysailing, kit, New Boat. The Flying Scot is the worlds best daysailer. The Daysailing Sailboat has plenty of room making it great for sailboat cruising. Also, it's trailerable.
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Over forty years of sailing and marine construction experience produced the Flying Scot®, a Sailing Hall of Fame design. Its perfect for family trips, single-handed fun, and an excellent racer. And its a good investment. See our Buyer's Checklist and Flying Scot® Specifications below. We encourage you to call us with any questions at 732-319 ...
Flying Scot Advanced Guidance By David Ames
Settings and Techniques to Maximize Boat Speed - By David Ames February, 2021. Improving your Flying Scot. Wind 0-3 Kts. Wind 3-6 Kts. Wind 10-15 Kts. Wind 15-20 Kts. The Flying Scot is a one-design boat which means that all the boats are the same and only minor modifications are allowed under the rules. In my following blog series, I will go ...
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The Flying Scot is a great sailboat built in Oakland Maryland. They have the support of the Flying Scot Sailing Association, and the boat is both raced and cruised all over the world. It is a 19 ...
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New Boats and Demo Boats. ... SOLD - FS 6247: Demo boat for the US Sailing Leadership Forum, Annapolis Spring Show, and trialed in Cleveland for a week. She's tricked out to the nines! including roller furling, motor with throttle and even bow lights. ... Flying Scot Inc.| 800-864-7208 | 301-334-4848 | [email protected]. Main pages. Home ...
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The Flying Scot is a recreational sailboat, built predominantly of fiberglass with a balsa core. It has a fractional sloop rig with aluminum spars. The hull has a raked stem , a plumb transom , a transom-hung rudder controlled by a tiller and a retractable centerboard that weighs 105 lb (48 kg) and is raised with a 6:1 mechanical advantage assist.
The Six Categories of Daysailers, and Why We Love Them
Many of the boats already mentioned can fit in this category as well—the J/22, Flying Scot, Lido 14 and Ensign have all introduced untold newbies to the art of sailing, and the gorgeous Tartan Fantail is also available in a dedicated trainer version. ... Kennebunk River, Maine New England sailing is easy for those who want to grab a mooring ...
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In January 2008, the price of a new Flying Scot, with what the company calls the "Family Package," was $15,900 and included everything you needed to go sailing plus a galvanized trailer. Used models can be found on websites, sailing club bulletin boards, and classified ads for as little as a few thousand dollars.
Flying Scot Inc.| 800-864-7208 | 301-334-4848 | [email protected]. Are you wanting a like new boat, but can't afford a new one. A used Flying Scot Sailboat from the factory is a safe purchase.
Used J/70 vs new Flying Scot? (DC-area) : r/sailing
Best. Add a Comment. ionelp • 2 yr. ago. Buy whatever there are more in your area. Then, the j70 is a keelboat (won't capsize*) and the Flying Scot is a dinghy (will capsize*). Then, the Flying Scot can be pulled on a beach (lift the center board), the j70 cannot (even though it has a lifting keel). * this refers to regular use, of course you ...
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Flying Scot is a 18′ 11″ / 5.8 m monohull sailboat designed by Gordon K. (Sandy) Douglass and built by Tanzer Industries Ltd., Douglass & McLeod, Customflex, Flying Scot, Inc., and Loftland Sail-craft Inc. starting in 1958.
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The wide side deck and seat allow the Scot to take a knock- down with little or no water in the boat, and one person can easily right her. Flying Scot Inc.| 800-864-7208 | 301-334-4848 | [email protected]. Over 40 years of sailboat design experience prepared Sandy Douglas for his best design yet. The Flying Scot is a Hall of Fame Design.
Flying Scot Main Sail Trim with Zeke Horowitz
Learn Flying Scot sail trim insights and tips from North Sails expert Zeke Horowitz. We put some action cameras inside the boat and sat down with Zeke to a...
Thoughts on the Flying Scot
Jun 2, 2007. 404. Beneteau First 375 Slidell, LA. Aug 18, 2016. #6. Not the best boat upwind, but reaching in a breeze they are amazingly fast, and will plane. Mast stepping is pretty much a 2-person job. We recently had a juniors race where a 30-knot squall came through the fleet, and only 1 boat flipped.
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Flying Scot preowned sailboats for sale by owner. Flying Scot used sailboats for sale by owner. Home. Register & Post. View All Sailboats. Search. Avoid Fraud. ... 14' RS Sailing Quest Albuquerque, New Mexico Asking $9,500. 35' Cal 35 MKII Flag Harbor in Saint Leonard, Maryland Asking $22,000. 15'8' Cape Cod Bullseye
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1971 Flying Scot with Honda Outboard and LoadRite Trailer. $2,800. Holmdel, New Jersey. Year 1971. Make Flying Scot. Model -. Category Racer Boats. Length 19.0. Posted Over 1 Month.
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29 posts · Joined 2012. #1 · Sep 5, 2013. This has been my first season with a Flying Scot. I think I may have bought the wrong boat. I'm a novice sailor. I've taken the ASA 101 class last spring and chartered several times. Those were on things like a Capri 22, O'Day 25, Catalina 25. I do not have years of experience.
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An extraordinary five-day mission in a "flying boat" will mark the 80th anniversary of the award of the Victoria Cross (VC) to a Scottish Catalina
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The Flying Scot Is The Perfect Daysailer Racer! It's great for sailing with your family. You can sail her with the spinnaker or without, and/or with motor. ... Only one word describes our experience working with the whole professional Flying Scot team to launch our new sailboat (Free Spirit): FUN! Please feel free to call us, 8-4 Eastern, Mon ...
Jib Sheet: Ratchet and Cleat on Side Deck. Mainsheet: 3:1 Mid Boom Rig. Outhaul: 2:1 external. Sails: Mad Main & Jib - soft cloth - built in Madison Wisconsin. Build Your Daysailer. The Flying Scot Sailboat is in the sailboat hall of fame. With our boats, you can motor, sail, fly the spinnaker and race.
A New Flying Scot from the factory is guaranteed to be ready to sail. We go over rigging and sailing with you. Every boat comes with a 6 hour demonstration. "Our aim, as always, is to build the best." The big back deck is perfect for swimming. The boat sails great whether you're single handing or sailing with others.
Flying Scot Inc. Designer: Gordon K. Douglass: KLSC Leaderboard. Sailboat Calculations Definitions ... New Topic + Latest Topics: Be the first one to create a topic + ... / 64]^.666 Bal./Disp.: A Ballast/Displacement ratio of 40 or more translates into a stiffer, more powerful boat that will be better able to stand up to the wind. Bal./Disp ...
Clinigatta Livestreaming July 12-14. Ahoy Flying Scot Sailors! You are invited to join us as we film the Clinicagatta at Lake Monona in beautiful Madison, Wisconsin. We'll be livestreaming multiple drone feeds as experienced racers provide commentary and answer questions LIVE on the FSSA YouTube channel. We encourage you to stop by and say ...
SKU: 000001 Categories: Hardware & Fasteners, Hull, Blade & Deck Fittings, Kits, Lines, Running Rigging, Safety Items, Spars and Standing Rigging, Trailer Tags: boat, daysailing, kit, New Boat. The Flying Scot is the worlds best daysailer. The Daysailing Sailboat has plenty of room making it great for sailboat cruising. Also, it's trailerable.
Over forty years of sailing and marine construction experience produced the Flying Scot®, a Sailing Hall of Fame design. Its perfect for family trips, single-handed fun, and an excellent racer. And its a good investment. See our Buyer's Checklist and Flying Scot® Specifications below. We encourage you to call us with any questions at 732-319 ...
Settings and Techniques to Maximize Boat Speed - By David Ames February, 2021. Improving your Flying Scot. Wind 0-3 Kts. Wind 3-6 Kts. Wind 10-15 Kts. Wind 15-20 Kts. The Flying Scot is a one-design boat which means that all the boats are the same and only minor modifications are allowed under the rules. In my following blog series, I will go ...
The Flying Scot is a great sailboat built in Oakland Maryland. They have the support of the Flying Scot Sailing Association, and the boat is both raced and cruised all over the world. It is a 19 ...
New Boats and Demo Boats. ... SOLD - FS 6247: Demo boat for the US Sailing Leadership Forum, Annapolis Spring Show, and trialed in Cleveland for a week. She's tricked out to the nines! including roller furling, motor with throttle and even bow lights. ... Flying Scot Inc.| 800-864-7208 | 301-334-4848 | [email protected]. Main pages. Home ...
The Flying Scot is a recreational sailboat, built predominantly of fiberglass with a balsa core. It has a fractional sloop rig with aluminum spars. The hull has a raked stem , a plumb transom , a transom-hung rudder controlled by a tiller and a retractable centerboard that weighs 105 lb (48 kg) and is raised with a 6:1 mechanical advantage assist.
Many of the boats already mentioned can fit in this category as well—the J/22, Flying Scot, Lido 14 and Ensign have all introduced untold newbies to the art of sailing, and the gorgeous Tartan Fantail is also available in a dedicated trainer version. ... Kennebunk River, Maine New England sailing is easy for those who want to grab a mooring ...
In January 2008, the price of a new Flying Scot, with what the company calls the "Family Package," was $15,900 and included everything you needed to go sailing plus a galvanized trailer. Used models can be found on websites, sailing club bulletin boards, and classified ads for as little as a few thousand dollars.
20' Schock Harbor 20 Brick, New JerseyAsking $12,500. 16.5' Com-pac Legacy Palm Coast, FloridaAsking $9,800. 19' Flying Scot Flying Scot 19 Sailboat Lake Fairview Marina Orlando, FloridaAsking $31,500. 21' 21 Alpha Beachcomber Sailing Dory Fairfield, IowaAsking $6,975.
Flying Scot Inc.| 800-864-7208 | 301-334-4848 | [email protected]. Are you wanting a like new boat, but can't afford a new one. A used Flying Scot Sailboat from the factory is a safe purchase.
Best. Add a Comment. ionelp • 2 yr. ago. Buy whatever there are more in your area. Then, the j70 is a keelboat (won't capsize*) and the Flying Scot is a dinghy (will capsize*). Then, the Flying Scot can be pulled on a beach (lift the center board), the j70 cannot (even though it has a lifting keel). * this refers to regular use, of course you ...
Flying Scot is a 18′ 11″ / 5.8 m monohull sailboat designed by Gordon K. (Sandy) Douglass and built by Tanzer Industries Ltd., Douglass & McLeod, Customflex, Flying Scot, Inc., and Loftland Sail-craft Inc. starting in 1958.
The wide side deck and seat allow the Scot to take a knock- down with little or no water in the boat, and one person can easily right her. Flying Scot Inc.| 800-864-7208 | 301-334-4848 | [email protected]. Over 40 years of sailboat design experience prepared Sandy Douglas for his best design yet. The Flying Scot is a Hall of Fame Design.
Learn Flying Scot sail trim insights and tips from North Sails expert Zeke Horowitz. We put some action cameras inside the boat and sat down with Zeke to a...
Jun 2, 2007. 404. Beneteau First 375 Slidell, LA. Aug 18, 2016. #6. Not the best boat upwind, but reaching in a breeze they are amazingly fast, and will plane. Mast stepping is pretty much a 2-person job. We recently had a juniors race where a 30-knot squall came through the fleet, and only 1 boat flipped.
Flying Scot preowned sailboats for sale by owner. Flying Scot used sailboats for sale by owner. Home. Register & Post. View All Sailboats. Search. Avoid Fraud. ... 14' RS Sailing Quest Albuquerque, New Mexico Asking $9,500. 35' Cal 35 MKII Flag Harbor in Saint Leonard, Maryland Asking $22,000. 15'8' Cape Cod Bullseye
1971 Flying Scot with Honda Outboard and LoadRite Trailer. $2,800. Holmdel, New Jersey. Year 1971. Make Flying Scot. Model -. Category Racer Boats. Length 19.0. Posted Over 1 Month.
29 posts · Joined 2012. #1 · Sep 5, 2013. This has been my first season with a Flying Scot. I think I may have bought the wrong boat. I'm a novice sailor. I've taken the ASA 101 class last spring and chartered several times. Those were on things like a Capri 22, O'Day 25, Catalina 25. I do not have years of experience.
An extraordinary five-day mission in a "flying boat" will mark the 80th anniversary of the award of the Victoria Cross (VC) to a Scottish Catalina