The RangeLASER

LASER RADIAL

LASER 4.7

LASER VAGO

LASER PICO

LASER 2000

LASER STRATOS

LASER STRATOS KEEL

LASER 4000

LASER SB3

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5-8 FORMULA LASER:LASER 4.7LASER RADIALOLYMPIC LASER

9-12 NEW LASER VAGO

13-16 LASER PICO

17-20 LASER 2000

21-24 LASER STRATOSLASER STRATOS KEEL

25-28 LASER 4000

29-34 LASER SB3

35-36 FUNBOAT

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Laser is the world's favourite sailboat company. The imagination,

innovative design, attention to detail, manufacturing quality and

first class after sales service put us No. 1 worldwide.

From the Olympic Class Laser our range contains something

for everyone, whether your sailing aspirations involve

international regattas, cruising or club racing.

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Laser Pico

Designed by Jo Richards1 or 2 adults / 1 Adult+child / 2 or 3 childrenOff the beach family funIdeal for entry level sailingEasy to handleVery robustRYA school approvedHoliday companies’ most

popular productRace sail option

Laser Vago

Designed by Jo Richards1 or 2 adultsUltra modern

multifunctional dinghyUnmatched handlingExhilarating performanceStable and reassuringVery robustTwo rig options: add largeMylar mainsail, largergennaker and trapeze fortop performance Vago XD

Laser

Designed by Bruce KirbySingle handed adultThree rig options: Standard, Radial and 4.7Club, National and Continental Class racingOlympic ClassWorld’s most popular adult racing class

Laser Radial

Single handed small adult, women and youth

Club, National and Continental Class racingRYA official youth classISAF official women’s youth classWorld’s fastest growing youth classThe step before the Laser

Laser 4.7

Single handed small youthClub, National and Continental Class racingRYA official youth classNext step after Optimist

Laser 2000

Designed by Phil MorrisonFor 2 adults

– 2 adults+2 childrenFamily sailingClass racingAsymmetric spinnakerEurope’s top selling

performance dayboatRYA school approvedSelected by holiday companies

and sailing centres

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Funboat

Designed by Yves Loday and Reg White

1 or 2 adults / 1 Adult+child /2 or 3 childrenOff the beach family funExceptional stabilityEasy to handleVery robustIf you can ride a bike

you can sail Funboat!

Laser Stratos

Designed by Phil MorrisonFor all the family (and friends)Versatile, fast, day cruising sailboatTwo versions – keel and centreboardManageable performance

with space to spareRYA school approvedSelected by holiday companies

and sailing centres

Laser 4000

Designed by Phil Morrison2 person adult racingSingle Crew trapezeHigh performanceCrew weight equalisedClub and National racing circuitPopular fleet with

great social activity

Laser SB3

Designed by Tony Castro3 person adult racingOne designHigh performance

lift keel sportsboatExtremely stableNo hiking – no getting wetClub racing and National circuitThe most fun three people can

have without breaking the law

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A Laser is a winningsailing investment Easy to transport, cartopable on mostmakes of car, it takes just a fewminutes to get ready for action. Slotthe two piece mast together, slide thesail over the mast and place into thehull... that’s about a three minute job.Then just wheel your Laser down tothe water and within five minutes youare off.

And you will never forgetthe first time you sail aLaserWhilst this boat has earned aninternational reputation for its racingpedigree, it is so much fun to sail.That’s why Lasers are so popular withthe world’s top holiday companies.

“International Laser is a sailing phenomenon”

Over 180,000 are sailing

in over 120 countries.

Every one is built to

incredibly strict class rules

which prevent expensive

go-fast extras – a major part

of the appeal. Because when

you race a Laser you know

that everyone around you is

in exactly the same boat,

so it’s the slickest sailor

that wins the day, not the

smartest mover in the

chandlers. It also means

that your Laser will never be

outdated, which explains

why it has such an enviable

resale value.

Length 4.23m Beam 1.42m Hull Weight 59kg Sail areas: Laser 7.06m2

Laser Radial 5.76m2

Laser 4.7 4.70m2

The Lasers you see and sail on thesebeaches are built to exactly the samespecification as the Lasers in theOlympic Games. Wherever you see sails you are likely

to see Lasers. Most clubs race them,so you will never have to travel far tofind great competition, unless, ofcourse, you want to. When you sail aLaser you join one of the largest andfriendliest sailing families in the world,with an events programme that issecond to none. A full internationalschedule for youth and Masterssailors, plus a weekend racingprogramme at club, regional andnational levels. It’s easy to take part. In all but the

most major championships you justrock up with your Laser and enjoy.And if you want some tips before youtry your first event then there arestacks of training programmes, fromcomplete beginners’ courses right upto top race training. If you have seen Laser racing and

are intrigued as to just why so manypeople in so many countries arehooked, or if you feel that yourweekends could be even better, thencome and join us.

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Three boats in one - so all ages and

sizes can enjoy genuine Laser racing.

Select the sail size to suit you - simple as that. From the

smallest, Laser 4.7, to the Laser Radial (5.7m2 sail), up to

the Laser (7.06m2 sail). The beauty is that all boats are

identical, apart from the sail and the lower section of the

mast. So they are totally interchangeable.

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Laser 4.7 The real thing for young sailors With a sail area 35% smaller thanthe full rig, Laser 4.7 is the answerfor small people with big aspirationsto learn and develop Laser sailingskills at the youngest age. Training inthe Laser 4.7 will give those whorelish the chance to compete,practice in the boat that will continueto provide the best competition foryears to come. With numerousinternational events and its own WorldChampionship firmly established, thisnewest of ISAF recognised classescontinues to grow at an impressivepace. For parents, sailing federations,and sailing schools the Laser 4.7 isreally cost effective because whenage, ability and size means it’s time tomove on there is no need to invest ina new boat. Simply select a new sailand lower mast section and go LaserRadial racing...

Laser RadialA class in its own right for sailorswhose physique is better suited to theLaser Radial rig (sail size 18% smallerthan the Laser) with an exceptionalevents and training programme for allages and abilities.

Laser Radial Youth Sailing Laser Radial racing has been thefoundation upon which so many of theLaser sailors at the highest level havebuilt and developed their skills. Thereare quality training programmes andclub, regional, national and internationalregattas. The Laser Radial is used formany of the top world youth sailingevents, whilst Radial international eventsboast impressive entries. At the highestlevel this is a major step towards anOlympic dream - if you are a teenagerwith a passion for sailing this is theplace to prove yourself. You will meetsailors from all over the world withsimilar ambitions. On the race courseyou will be rivals - ashore, where theaprès sail kicks in, you will make friendsto last a lifetime. At the last Olympicsthe atmosphere in the Laser pit lanepreparation area was incredibly friendly.Many of the competitors from aroundthe globe had been close friends fromtheir Laser Radial days.

Laser Radial forLightweights of all ages Sailors of all ages, whose physique isbetter suited to the smaller Laser Radialthan the full Laser, enjoy a full eventsprogramme. There are categories fordifferent ages and abilities, including“Open” and “Masters” WorldChampionships.

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Laser 4.7, Laser Radial, Olympic Laser:

Three Boats: One World Class

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An Olympic Gold or a first ever Laser race On a midweek summer’s evening,there is the same burst of adrenalineas the start gun fires, the sameexhilaration of proving just how goodyou are. The same sensation of surfingdownwind in a sea of spray; the samesatisfaction of crossing the finish line,knowing that you have given your all.Winning or losing is down to youalone, as every boat is identical.

The best owners’associationThe International Laser ClassAssociation with national organisationsin all the main Laser sailing countriesorganises event programmes, co-ordinates training programmes and provides regular newsletters ormagazines. If you own a Laser,membership of the class association is the way to get the maximumenjoyment:www.laserinternational.org

Length 4.20m Beam 1.56m Hull Weight 86kg Vago sail areas: Mainsail 8.00m2

Jib 2.66m2

Gennaker 11.38m2

Vago XD sail areas: Mainsail 9.32m2

Jib 2.66m2

Gennaker 13.00m2

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Laser Vago Laser Vago XD

“VAGO is a sexy shape.It doesn't just feel fast,IT IS FAST – and in abreeze it manoeuvreslike a dream”

MARK RUSHALL professional sailor

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Unmatched handling, exhilarating

performance, stunningly modern design:

Laser Vago is a concept that pushes

the boundaries of dinghy sailing for the

next generation of sailors worldwide.

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found on individual boats. The magicof this Richards design is that theVago carries the majority of them,without compromise.The technical qualities and design

features of the Vago are far beyondthe usual – starting with the perfectlytuned rig that complements theinnovative hull design.The Vago is constructed from a

polyethylene Tri-Skin foam sandwich,offering durability and a hard wearingexterior which means maintenance iskept to an absolute minimum. Theshape offers outstandingperformance.Laser Vago comes in two versions.

Put simply the difference ishorsepower: one of them has moresail area and a trapeze.The Gnav vang system creates more

space in the cockpit to assist crewmobility and comfort. It has a “sit in”feel, not usually associated withasymmetric skiff style sailing. Thecockpit design supports hiking andtrapeze options, with inset steps foreasy leverage.The Vago has a high boom giving

more crew space and a simple layoutwith all control lines being easy tolocate and use.The mainsail operates on a one line

LASER VAGO“Look at the Vagofrom the front: itlooks like nothingelse... cool!”

MAX HOLLIWAY Laser Radial guru

Every time you’re on the water,experiencing Laser Vago, it will provideextraordinary, memorable sailing.It’s unique, it’s awesome – it’s there, not thereabouts!Through a unique combination of

style, versatility and hydrodynamicability, we have raised control,stability, planning performance andcomfort to unprecedented levels. The designer Jo Richards has an

outstanding reputation for designing arange of small boats including theworld’s most popular rotomouldedboat - the Pico. Jo is known forinnovation on his boats and forpushing the design boundaries... theresult the Vago incorporates versatilitywith sail combinations for a range ofdifferent sailing environments.The sub-chine area of the hull is

designed in a way to promote earlyplaning, whilst the tuned rocker profileenhances manoeuvrability. At decklevel the sides have been flared out toprovide good righting moment;enhancing buoyancy, whether hiking oron the trapeze, and offering addedspace in the crew cockpit area.Laser Vago is versatile with a

multi-functional concept andinterchangeable horsepower. Itencompasses many design features

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reefing system: pulling on one controlline slab reefs the mainsail to 70% ofits original size. This feature, coupledwith a roller furling jib, means a quickincrease or decrease in sail power.Choosing your Laser Vago

specification is easy: the onlydifference is “engine size”...Laser Vago offers comfortable,

exciting sailing whilst enhancingconfidence and skill sets. On boardVago you will find a single line reefsystem (not on Vago XD), furling jib

and an option for two sizes ofgennaker.Now that you are ready to transform

the boat and to add a bigger engine, aperformance pack is available whichconsists of: a large Mylar mainsail,large gennaker and trapeze wires.For exciting performance sailing with

a larger mainsail, gennaker andtrapeze you will find the Vago XDincredibly fast. The next generation

of dinghy sailing.

“We have been waiting for thenew generation dinghy, we wereimpressed with the new LaserVago: easy to sail, logically laidout and it’s a Laser”

QUEEN MARY SAILING SCHOOL

“What a boat... singlehanded onthe trapeze with the gennaker upon the Vago XD was fun, fun, fun!”

REMCO KENBECK F18 champion, Holland

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She’s easy to handle When you see beginners who haveonly sailed for a matter of hourssailing single-handed in a big breezewith an even bigger smile they are ina very special boat! Laser Picoinspires confidence in newcomers -nothing else comes close.

She’s fun for all! “The squeals of excitement from myson were worth buying the Laser Picofor!! We’ve loved every minute fromdrifting home with the sun going downto surfing down the waves on theMed.” Every member of the familyhas their own special reasons forloving the Laser Pico.

She’s the biggest small boat A combination of a spacious selfdraining cockpit and a high boommeans there is stacks of room aboardfor children or a couple of adults.

Everyone loves her Yes! Everyone! Laser Pico is alreadythe answer for families around theglobe. She can be enjoyed by all ages,all abilities and is so versatile. Sailsingle-handed or ‘Pico Plus’ style witha jib.

“It’s obvious to me whythousands choose Pico:It’s Simple, It’s Fun, andIt’s Cool. À Donf!”

ELLEN MACARTHUR

Length 3.50m Beam 1.43m Hull Weight 60kg Mainsail 5.10m2

Race Mainsail 6.44m2

Jib 1.09m2

Crew 1-2

She inspires confidence The secret is her quite outstandingstability and easily controlled sail.Newcomers are immediately at ease.

She offers so much, butasks little in return Families are pretty demanding! LaserPico is built to take those demands inher stride. Year in year out. She istough. Requires virtually nomaintenance and is ready for action in minutes.

Race sail option

Laser Pico is aninternational success story - selected by families,top sailing schools andholiday companies aroundthe globe.

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Laser Pico has character. The smallest member

of the world’s most famous sailing family is big

on style and personality. She’s at home off the

beaches of countless resorts in all corners of

the globe. Laser Pico is built to please at the

highest levels. Laser Pico is built for your family

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LASER PICO

Built to please Being a lovable personality doesn’thappen by chance. It’s the design,unique construction and featuresaboard that have made this littleLaser a World-beater...

Tecrothene 109 makesthe Pico hull what it is! Tecrothene 109 is a new generationthermo plastic construction thatprovides high structural uniformity andconsistency, immense stiffness andexceptional impact strength. A linearhigh density UV stabilised compoundmoulded into a stress freehomogeneous sandwich with an innerclosed cell cellular structure. · Exceptionally strong · Incorporates built-in buoyancy · Superbly stiff · Highly resistant to scratching and impact damage - easy to repair

CockpitStacks of self draining cockpit space. ‘Aboard Laser Pico you get theimpression she is much bigger thanshe is - the cockpit space is superb.’ Design shares the house style withthe new generation high performancelaser race products: extremelycomfortable, self draining. Inspectionhatches, centre toe strap andmainsheet ratchet fitted as standard. Mast and boom · Two piece aluminium mast · Aluminium boom · All cordage · Clip-on kicking strap

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Laser Pico...

a Little Laser,

a LOT of Fun!

Unique lifting rudder Easy to lift rudder keeps the blade inperfect condition.

Centreboard‘A shock absorber on a sailboat.’ Another example of the attention todetail on Laser Pico. At the back of thecentreboard case is a shock absorber toprotect the hull and the centreboardshould you run aground.

Reducing Sail ‘It’s easy on the Laser Pico, the uniqueLaser reef® system can be operatedwhen afloat.’ The mainsail simply furlsaround the mast - simple as that! Thereare no knots to tie!

Racing with Laser Pico Laser Pico racing is enjoyed at Clublevel, and at annual UK national events(with over forty boats on the start line).Ask the Laser team for further details.

What else do I need? Laser Pico is supplied complete andready to sail - if you wish to enjoy top specification simply add the sport pack.

'In a very short time Laser Pico has made areally important impact. Small boat sailingis changing fast with lots of new designs forthe expert. Laser Pico offers the benefit ofthe latest design and technology for sailorsof all abilities and ages - and that is greatnews for the sport.'

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Body contour side deck for comfortable sailing

Self DrainingCockpit

Maxaerofoil Rudder For easy handling and control

Centreboardeasy to raise and lower

Combi-Tec Mainsail with Laser reefing system

Gennaker Chute

Furling Jib

High Boom

Length 4.44m Beam 1.85m Hull Weight 100kg Mainsail Area 8.75m2

Jib Area 3.03m2

Gennaker Area 9.86m2

“Rigging and launching does not come much simpler.Motion through the waves is excellent. Tacking is ajoy... both at rest and in motion, basic form stabilityis excellent... simple systems and a superb layoutmake her a pleasure to helm or crew.”

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Here is a sailboat born for clubracing with a dynamic yet forgiving hullshape, an easily controlled combi-tecmainsail and rig that is ideal for lessexperienced sailors for whom theLaser 2000 has years of built-inprogression included.

The deep cockpit providesa real sit-in feel... andinspires confidence The Laser 2000 provides lots of legroom and a deep cockpit, which isreassuring for newcomers. So many ofthe other new designs give a sit onride. Exciting yes, but for family sailing

it can be all too precarious. The Laser 2000 makes you feel secure.

The dynamic hull ispowerful yet providesgreat stability... and a dry ride The moment you step aboard you willbe reassured by the stability... Turnthe power on and you will appreciatethe dynamics. Laser 2000 is botheasily driven and quick. Going fast means lots of spray. But

on the Laser 2000 (unlike lots ofother modern designs) it’s deflectedaway from the crew.

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LASER 2000

Hull Topsides deflect spray away from

crew for a drier ride

Two forward stowagecompartments

Deep Cockpit means in and not on!

The top performance family boat,

Laser 2000 offers the excitement of

gennaker sailing to those who, until now,

had felt it was the exclusive domain of

the very top sailors.

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LASER 2000

Direct, precise

handling... and

great control Laser 2000 was designed by PhilMorrison and developed by theLaser Team, so has the samepedigree as the Laser 4000 andshares their impeccable handlingcharacteristics. The feedback fromthe steering system is both lightand precise. The maxaerofoil

rudder keeps the Laser 2000 firmlyon track in conditions where otherboats are struggling to hold on.The power source is a modern andeasily handled rig. A combi-tecMylar mainsail incorporates a fulllength top batten and shorterbattens further down the sail.Latest sail materials benefit fromfull length batten control but a fullybattened sail is hard to de-powerand presents problems ashore (caneasily blow a boat off its trolley).The Laser combi-tec system offersthe best of both worlds and can

even be reefed when the conditionsrequire. A standard specificationfurling jib means Laser 2000 canbe transformed into a single-handerin under ten seconds. It takes littlemore to simultaneously launch andrecover the gennaker and gennakerpole with a single line hoist anddrop system. Sail and rig controlsare perfectly positioned and easy toadjust. The loads on the gennaker,so often an issue on modern boats,can easily be managed bylightweight or young sailors in heavywinds.

‘I selected Laser 2000 for club racing. Noother boat offered the combination ofperformance and excitement that enables meto sail with a wide range of abilities and familymembers. The performance is impressive...I’ve got some prizes to prove it!’

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Laser 2000 Club Racing When you collect your Laser 2000 itis ready to race and raring to go.Club racing and Laser 2000 are agreat combination. There is a massivechoice of sailing clubs where you canboth race and keep your boat (contactthe Laser Team for details) and youwill be impressed by the performance- in all conditions. Like all Laser sailboats, the Laser

2000 has strict one design ruleswhich prevent go fast extras andmeans the winners are the bestsailors - not necessarily those with thebiggest bank balance!

Weekends and holidayswith Laser 2000 When you invest in a Laser you entera unique world (there are owners inmore than 120 countries worldwide).You can enjoy Laser 2000 events

and take your boat to regattas both athome and abroad. Why not combinea family holiday with a family raceweek. There are lots to choose fromat some exceptional venues. Theyprovide a unique holiday cocktail,mixing race action, après sail andtime for some relaxed sailing awayfrom the race track. For details of Laser 2000 events and family sailingweeks, contact the Laser Team, theClass Association or visitwww.laser2000.lasersailing.com

Laser 2000... Unique versatility The ride is smooth, the sailingposition is perfect and the confidencefactor high, thanks to a real ‘sit in’feel. It’s a chameleon character thathas different moods to suit theoccasion. Its handling andperformance will impress theenthusiast and tempt them into therace track, yet it has thetemperament and versatility to allowyou to take it easy: you can load upwith family and equipment for a dayout, newcomers and youngsters canbe taught aboard really easily and youcan even have different engines for

different days thanks to the uniquereefing system and furling jib!

You can sail in comfort... The huge self-draining cockpit isergonomically designed to providegreat driving and crewing positionswhatever the conditions, whether youare on the side deck or the rail. Ahigh boom adds to the pleasure ofLaser 2000.

Ownership:The attention to detailcontinues...For towing, launching and recovery,maintenance and getting ready foraction, turn to page 37.

“The new designs have certainly attracted manynewcomers to sailing, but most are simply too extremefor them. Laser 2000 is definitely the real thing and canbe enjoyed by anyone who has completed a week’s sailingcourse. What is more, it is also a popular choice withour instructors and that’s a unique combination.”

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A machine that relishes being putthrough its paces yet is equally perfectfor family demands with enough spacefor a clutch of children andconsumables. From fast passages with just the two of you to a leisurelyholiday meander with family andfriends, it delivers versatility withouteven a hint of compromise.

OwnershipThe attention to detailcontinues...For towing, launching and recovery,maintenance and getting ready foraction, turn to page 33.

Length 4.94m Beam 2.00m Hull weight 190kg Mainsail 11.11m2

Jib 3.42m2

Gennaker 12.54m2

Maxaerofoil Rudder provides light and precise steering,

direct instant feedback to helm

Hand-built Hull is robust; virtually maintenance free yet weighs just

190kg making launch and recovery so easy

Single line gennaker hoist and gennaker pole launch

system developed for Grand Prix racing Lasers

High freeboard andflared gunwales

keep life on board extremely dry

Furling Jibcan be furled in less

than 10 seconds

Unique Sail-safe system allows water into a stand-alone side tank area in the event of a

capsize. Ensures that Laser Stratos floats at just the right level toenable getting onto the centreboard. Drains rapidly once righted

Trapeze OptionLaser Stratos provides a perfect

platform for trapezing

Self draining cockpitkeeps the area dry when sailing or left on a mooring

Leave unattendedon a mooring

Plenty of room aboardfor the whole family

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Making sailing easier, more exciting and

more appealing. Compare Laser Stratos

to a latest generation quality sports family

estate car: rewarding and reassuring

handling, powerful and fun to drive...

Optional outboardengine bracket

12.54m2 Gennakereasily operated, a real bonus for day sailor performance

Combi-tec mainsail with unique Laser reef systemLatest Mylar materials with full-length top

batten for perfect sail shape. Quicklyreduce sail area while afloat

Easy access via lowered foredeck

makes mooring and coming ashoreeasier - inspires confidence in

beginners coming aboard

Deep CockpitLots of leg room,

comfortable sailingposition

Hard Chine creates an inherently

stable hull

Mainsheet Hoop ensures that the mainsheet iskept high and out of the wayof crew. Also provides usefulsecure handhold for moving

around cockpit area

Elliptical centreconsole seat

Buoyant Mast

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Length 4.94mBeam 2.00mHull weight 190kgLifting keel 100kgMainsail 11.11m2

Jib 3.42m2

Gennaker 12.54m2

On board there is a comfortablecockpit with acres of space. The LaserStratos KEEL has been designed forcomfort. Controls are all to handmaking the sailing easy, whilst the hullshape delivers a smooth dry ride. Thespecification is comprehensive.Features include all the standard itemsyou would expect to find on the extraslist of many other boats. A furling jib means that with one

controlled movement the sail just furlsaway, which is perfect for returning tothe marina or approaching a mooring.The mainsail can be easily reefed withinminutes, whilst sailing. For downwindsailing a gennaker is both easy and funto use and enhances the boatsperformance. Easily handled performance is just

what you need for day sailing. Theability to have enough sail power tobring you home when the wind goeslight and against the tide, and theconfidence that you will feel comfortablein a building breeze. Both are deliveredon the Laser Stratos KEEL. But it is theway the performance is delivered thatmakes sailing her so enjoyable. Theergonomic design makes steering lightand handling precise. The control linesare perfectly placed allowing for acomfortable seating position. You will besurprised how quickly and effortlesslyyou go.

“Sometimes we leaveher on a mooring.... Until we want to trysomewhere else. Launching is easier thanwe’d ever have believed -even in the shallowestof water...

As the keel is so simple to raise andlower you can still creep into thoseshallow water corners when exploring,leaving other keelboats outside! You can also launch and recover

easily. With the keel raised the draftis just 30cm.

...Then it’s lunch anddrinks into those bigstorage bags...

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STRATOS KEEL

“Rock inCornwall,Salcombe inDevon, Abersochin Wales,Brancaster inNorfolk. On theSouth Coast it’sBosham...”

Everyone has theirfavourite place. LaserStratos KEEL is designedto be the perfect partnerin places like these.

Keelboat stability, lots of space forfamily and friends and incorporatingso many of the innovations of recentyears that have made sailing so mucheasier and enjoyable. Laser Stratos KEEL is handmade and

beautifully built. Rigging takes justminutes. Launch and recovery is easyand virtually no maintenance isrequired. When you select a LaserStratos KEEL you have the after salessupport around the world... fromLaser.

Laser Stratos KEEL inspires confidence.

With a 100kg lifting keel there is so

much reassuring stability, whether you

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THE BOAT: LASER 4000Designed by Phil Morrison to providehigh performance asymmetric sailingto strict one design rules. Developedto compete in a new format ofsailboat racing. AND UNIQUE TOLASER.

THE EVENTS: Grand Prix Racing in the UK and Europe A new concept of racing demanded anew concept of event. The race trackis short. So are the races. Usuallyback to back. Three in a day isnormal. The closest sailboat racingyou will find. Great venues. Hugeaprès sail. The Laser raceprogramme is the Premier League ofsailing. AND UNIQUE TO LASER.

Getting ready for fair playAt all Laser 4000 events, the crewpower equalisation equipment (CPE) ison hand. Helm and crew are weighed.Leverage readings are taken. Totalweight and leverage results thenestablish which rack setting and whatcorrection weights must be used.Getting ready for fair play takes justminutes. To avoid temptation, randomchecks are carried out at all regattas. •Ask the sales team for a fullerexplanation of CPE for Laser 4000.

Length 4.64m Beam 1.50 - 2.30m Hull Weight 80kg Sail Areas: Mainsail 10.80m2

Jib 3.90m2

Gennaker 17.10m2

THE CONCEPT For decades, one design sailboats haveprovided close racing. Yet no matterhow uniform the design of boat, crewweight and height has always been animportant part of the winning formula. In light winds, sailors with slighter

physique have less dead weight to

carry so they have an advantage. In heavy winds, big people have the

weight and leverage to handle thepower. No surprises then, to seeresults reflecting this. Laser CREW POWER EQUALISATION

is a unique method of solving thisirregularity in one design racing.

A system of adjustable racks andcorrectors removes crew physiquefrom the winning formula. It’s an award winning system that has

been proven internationally in the Laserrace programme. It has raised thegame in one design racing.AND IT IS UNIQUE TO LASER.

To see how you would sail your Laser 4000, read off the weights ofhelm and crew. This will give you: 1. your rack setting 2. how many weight correctors to carry

Example:Helm weight 77kg Crew weight 66kg would sail on rack position 7carrying 3 weight correctors.

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LASER 4000

Reason for living: the best and closest

single trapeze crew equalised racing.

A sailboat born for today’s racetrack,

designed and developed to produce the

closest, most exciting grand prix racing.

PY906

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LASER 4000

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“The circuit providesgreat sailing during theday, and great fun atnight. Racing on boththe Eurocup and UKSeries has just the rightingredients”

WILL GATEHOUSE

“We bought a Laser4000 for the closestcrew equalised sailing -the social scene is alsoa real bonus”

PETE & LISA NICHOLAS

“If there are betterweekends than the UKSeries, I’d like to know”

ROB ANDREWS

On Laser 4000 there are no prizesfor expensive go fast extras. Classrules ban them. No rewards for beingthe lightest crew in a drifter or thebiggest team in a blow. Unique crewpower equalisation sees to that.

· Every Laser 4000 is identical. Latesthull shape, new generation rig andasymmetric gennaker take Laser4000 into the highest level ofperformance sailing. Yet sosophisticated is the design that highspeed racing can be enjoyed withsublime control.· Steering is light, perfectly balancedand precise.· The self draining open plan deckprovides acres of space and the Gnavsystem means massive working areafor the crew.· All systems are perfectly placed andeasy to operate.· The gennaker and pole are launchedand recovered using a single line. Thevital sail controls lead back to thehelm. Sheet loads are easily managedby lightweight crews. The sum of Laser 4000’s qualitiesadd up to a racing boat that hasraised the game.

“the definitive singletrapeze sailboat”

Rigged, ready to race andready to win! After buying your Laser 4000, you willbe overwhelmed by a friendly andactive support network of like-mindedsailing nuts, giving you everyopportunity to enjoy the Laser lifestyle,at the pace you choose. On the wateryou’ll find exceptional competition toset your pulse racing... and anexceptional social scene to relax youafterwards - European and UK GrandPrix circuits regularly see over twohundred and fifty competitors andtheir families taking part. The active and friendly Class

Association adds even more to thepleasure of owning a Laser 4000 withcoaching, news, socials and entry intomajor events.

Choose your après sailfrom chilled to hardcore...

“the best, closestgennaker racing onoffer”

“a boat that has beendeveloped by experts tobe appreciated byeveryone”

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LASER SB3

CarbonGennaker

Pole

Spinlockcleating system

Easy lock and release under load

Sit-in Bars Promote on-board communication

and level the playing field

High freeboard and flared gunwales keep life onboard extremely dry

One-piece Rudderbalanced epoxy and carbon foil

Harken hardware fromthe Carbo Block and Hexaratchet range

Tacktick Sailmaster optional

Launching and recovery simplicity itself with the custom trailer

Custom made outboard bracket

fitted in seconds

Removablekeel post

Singlepoint

keel lift

Watertight access hatch storage for outboardmotor, bracket and

other essentials

Our Checklist:

Open Sportsboat to be sailed by a crew of three ✔Tow behind a ‘normal’ car ✔Lifting keel ✔Keelboat ‘stiffness’, dinghy performance ✔Dry and comfortable to sail (no hiking) ✔Big rig, low sheet loads ✔One-piece balanced rudder ✔Good visibility ✔Gnav (gives perfect control and allows acres of space) ✔Adjustable rig (fixed forestay) ✔Simple fit-out of high quality ✔Must look great! ✔

LOA 6.15m LWL 5.50m Beam 2.15m Draft 1.50m Displacement(ex crew) 625kg Sail Area: Main 18.0m2

Jib 9.3m2

Gennaker 46.0m2

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LASER SB3

A fast and exhilarating three

man sportsboat with a modern

powerful rig. Laser SB3 offers

enthusiastic one-design and

sportsboat racing in comfort.

MainsailHi-tech x-ply Mylar

Gnav System Creates additional space

for crew manoeuvres

AdjustableBackstay

Self-drainingcockpit

Gennaker bag with pockets for day sailing extras

Coveredkeelbox

provides a clean uncluttered cockpit

Cockpitfoot rails

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“Upwind the racing isincredibly close and iscomparable withkeelboat sailing; as soonas you turn downwindyou turn on the fun andexcitement of dinghysailing”

ROB ANDREWS

Close competition is guaranteed byone-design class rules for hull, rig andsails, banning expensive extras.Together with the no-hiking rule, amonitoring system at events to upholdthe crew weight limit of 270kgensures a truly level playing field.

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“Laser has a reputationfor being the best atcreating awesome one-design race circuits,taking in quality venuesand including the nowlegendary après sail”

CHRIS BLACKBURNLaser SB3 Product Manager

Drawing on Laser’s extensiveexperience in one-design sailboats andrace circuits, the future of SB3 racingis a rich collection of the best eventsat top venues in the UK and Europe.

LASER SB3

“It is such a relief tosail a keelboat whereone can be entirelyindependent of marinas,lifts and four-wheel-drivevehicles! The wholelaunching process is a straightforward two-man job”

MARK RUSHALL Yachts & Yachting boat test

On its custom built trailer, the Laser SB3 can be towed comfortablybehind a normal family car and iseasy to manhandle around the boatpark. The mast is raised without theneed for special equipment and it isnot necessary to enlist the help ofthe local rugby team for launching.

“When it comes tocreating close, onedesign, large fleetracing, I think Laser”

IAN WALKERSkipper, GBR Challenge

“SB3 racing has proved to be everything I hoped forand more. One design is the only way to go for reallygood racing now, and the SB3 gives close tacticalupwind sailing with lively performance offwind, andthe boat is hassle free for moving around. The fleet isfriendly but competitive, and we have been to somegreat venues. With a fast growing fleet, it’s onlygoing to get better!”

JERRY HILL Laser SB3 National Champion 2003

Winning won’t

depend on the

fitness of the crew!Thanks to the low aspect keel and avery high ballast ratio the Laser SB3

is an extremely stable and stiffsportsboat. With the implementationof a ‘no hiking rule’, race results relyon skills and tactics and not on thefitness of the crew. In fact the sit inbars effectively prevent hiking andpromote on-board communicationbetween crew members. Laser SB3 delivers racing in comfortwithout the athletics.

Technical Details:

Design Tony Castro, with his provensuccess in sportsboat design as well asachievements in other keelboat classesworldwide, was chosen by Laser for theSB3. It was clear from the outset that heshared Laser’s vision and passion for theproject and the result is a boat that Laserand Tony Castro can be truly proud of.

Hull Foam sandwich FRP construction,built to the legendary Olympic Laser buildquality. Robust, virtually maintenance freeand backed by a comprehensive three-yearhull warranty.

Sails Mainsail and jib are manufacturedby Hyde from X-Ply Mylar. Both sails are afull radial cut, with stitched seams,providing durability and strength. Themainsail has one full length and three

short battens. Large windows in the jiband mainsail offer a wide field of view.

SparsMAST: Deck stepped Proctor Selden silver anodised 4028 alloy section doublespreader mast, with custom side taper.Harken hardware, Spinlock PX jib powercleat.BOOM: Proctor Selden silver anodisedsuper stiff alloy boom section. POLE: Retractable tapered 81/52 filamentwound carbon tube.

Hardware Fit-out exclusively by Harken,chosen for strength and durability. Spinlockcleating system offers easy lock andrelease under load.

Foils One-piece, balanced rudder.Reinforced with carbon, the rudder ismanufactured out of epoxy with an epoxyfoam core.

Low Aspect Keel Stainless steelmain member with an epoxy foam coreand polyester skin. Incorporating a leadbulb of 330 kg at the base.

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Length 3.90mBeam 1.25mSail area 4.80m2Hull weight 70kgCapacity 2 persons

/175kg

Have you ever sat on abeach, looking longingly ata blue water playgroundand wishing you were outthere?

Now sailing is for everyone...Get ready... it'll take just minutes.Slide the sail along the mast, pop themast into the boat, the rudder on theback, then you’re off. Enjoying everyminute... looking back at the beach, at people wishing they were out therewith you.

Just who can sailFunboat?If you can ride a bike, you can do it.Age is immaterial. Just like a bike yousteer and go... except on Funboat thewind does the work for you.

How do you get Funboatin the water?Simple! A lightweight custom trailerthat’s easy to manoeuvre. Oh, andeven the smallest car.

So we arrive at the beach.How long does it reallytake to get going?Give yourselves ten minutes. It reallyis incredibly easy.

What sort of looking afterdoes Funboat need?Well, you can sail Funboat up thebeach and not have to worry. She isbuilt to take the knocks year in, yearout. As for maintenance, five minuteswith a jet wash from time to time willdo the job.

Do I need to storeFunboat inside?No. You can even leave her outside allyear round.

My favourite Funboat features...by Matt Blakestone of Neilson, who isresponsible for the 250-strongNeilson fleet.The shapeFunboat’s shape means there’s lots ofstability wherever you sit. Far morethan on traditional sailboats. It alsomeans that Funboat slices throughthe water. There’s stacks of roominside.The headroomThe boom is very, very high, whichmeans lots of room underneath andno need to bump your head.The shape underneathMost small boats have a centreboardthat needs to be lowered when goingafloat - and raised when coming back.Funboat’s unique shape means there’sno need for a centreboard. So nohassle leaving or returning to thebeach.

“Off the same beach you seebeginners enjoying sailing for thefirst time and old timers amazed atjust how much fun you can have on a Funboat”

YVES BELIARD WatersportsCo-ordinator, UCPA International

You accelerate with this

You steer with this

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FUNBOAT

Now sailing is for everyone...

Everyone who wants to enjoy playing on

water. Funboat is so easy. If you can

ride a bike, then you can sail a Funboat.

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Towing Laser boats each have a custommade trailer, which can be easilytowed behind a car (refer to yourcar’s handbook to identify the grosstrailing weight).

Launching and Recovery It’s easy. All Lasers have speciallydesigned lightweight launching trolleys,most of which combine with theirrespective trailers. These are wellbalanced which means easy launchingand landing.

MaintenanceAll Lasers are very simple to lookafter. Whether the boat is fibreglassor Tecrothene 109 they are robust,great looking and, other than a rinsewith fresh water and a squirt ofWD40 on the moving parts, theyrequire little maintenance. Hulls aredifficult to damage in day-to-day use,however if you do have a knock theyare easily repaired; step-by-stepguides (for GRP boats) can be foundon www.lasersailing.com

Laser Sales Team Laser offers a unique sales and aftersales service, which is second tonone.From the moment you call a

member of the specialist sales team,or visit The Laser Centre showroom,you will be looked after. The expertscan provide advice on which boat willbest suit your requirements, andanswer all your questions relating tothe purchase of a new or used boat. The Laser Team can also

recommend and supply the correctspares and accessories and evenprovide all the clothing you will requireto make your sailing experiencecomplete.Contact our specialist sales team

at info@lasersailing.comor telephone 01327 841600.

Laser Direct Laser Direct is a dedicated teambased at The Laser Centre who cangive advice on, and supply, all thespares and accessories you willrequire for your boat. Whether theseare new pieces of kit, or replacementparts, the team will be able to answeryour questions and recommend theright products. Laser Direct stock a wide range of

quality wet and dry suits, buoyancyaids and clothing to make yourexperience on the water ascomfortable as possible. Remember; once you have ordered

your boat, you can choose all theaccompanying items from LaserDirect and collect them in one gowhen you take delivery of your boat –a one-stop shop to save you time andeffort! What could be better? If you prefer to shop online, Laser

Direct has a secure e-commerce site,with part identification, photographs,and promotions – simply log ontowww.lasersailing.com

Customer Services Laser also has a dedicated CustomerService Desk. Simply email your queryto customerservice@lasersailing.comor telephone 01327 841608 – wewill be pleased to help.

The ONLY

full service

manufacturer of

sailing dinghies

and catamarans.

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Learn with Laser A large number of sailing schools andclubs throughout the UK have fleets ofLasers available for test sails,beginners’ courses and advancedtraining for family sailing to racing. Members of the Laser Sales Team

will be happy to recommend thesailing school or club nearest to you(or visit www.lasersailing.com)so that you can take advantage of thelocal facilities available.

Club Laser More than 16,000 people now enjoythe benefits of Club Lasermembership. Launched in 2001, theaim is to provide members with aregular newsletter, containing featuresby leading sailors and industryspecialists, competitions, discountsschemes with partnershiporganisations and much more. With the increase in traffic via the

worldwide web and the developmentof www.lasersailing.commuch of the activity for Club Lasermembers is driven through thewebsite. This allows Laser to getinformation to its members in a timeefficient manner. It is Laser’s intention to continue to

provide an on-line Club for Lasersailors and/or owners and to widenthe scope of information, activities,events, seminars, and hints & tips.

(For information: Performance Sailcraft Europe Ltd will notsell, rent, or lease your personally identifiable informationto others. A full copy of our Privacy Policy can be found atwww.lasersailing.com)

Corporate Sales Laser has a dedicated team to ensurethat corporate fleet customers enjoy afirst class service and a unique rangeof privileges. The Corporate Sales team can tailor

packages to meet your requirements– whether boats are for a sailing clubor holiday company. Services include customising sails

and hulls with corporate liveries, staffproduct training to ensure everyonecan get the best out of the boats(usually undertaken at one of theLaser Sailing Centres). In addition, the Corporate Sales

Team can arrange delivery of fleetboats direct to your door – anywherein the world. For further information on corporate

sales or for a fleet quotation, emailcorporate.sales@lasersailing.comor telephone 01327 841621/622.

All brochure photography(unless otherwise credited)by Ocean Imagessales@oceanimages.co.uk

Laser CentreStation WorksLong BuckbyNorthamptonNN6 7PFPhone 01327 841600Email info@lasersailing.comwww.lasersailing.com

The world’s favourite sailboat company

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