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Buying a Tasar (continued - part 2)

Valuing a Tasar

Tasars have traditionally carried a high resale value. Things that affect the value of the boat are (this is not an exhaustive list)

  • Condition of the hull, and fittings - (see "Areas to check").
  • Number and quality of the sails - Mainsails can be expected to last up to 4 to 6 years competitive racing, much longer than most other classes because of the low rig tension and being fully battened. Jibs last 1-2 years in racing condition, much the same as any other class.
  • Trailer and/or trolley - It is possible to car-top the Tasar and a number of members originally did this successfully. It is also possible to use a rigging board and carry the boat into the water if nearby. However, most prefer to trail and launch from a trolley. A trolley that has a cradle designed specifically for the Tasar is preferable to a generic design.
  • Foils - Original North American and UK built Tasars used urethane Laser-style foils. These tend to vary in profile. They are no longer in production. Australian production of Tasars commenced in January 1976, and from the beginning Australian boats were fitted with timber foils. About 1990, at the insistence of the North American fleet there was a world-wide shift to fibreglass foils. Timber foils are no longer produced. Given equal shape, perfection of surface and polish there is no speed difference. Urethane foils are unlikely to be of the optimum shape. Fibreglass foils are much tougher and do not blemish with abuse as much as timber.
  • Covers - The Tasar should be stored with the mast removed and hence flat covers with no foredeck slit are normal. A good cover protects the hull and deck from UV light so the quality of cover should be taken into account. (Note - always store the hull with the flotation voids sponged dry, the inspection ports removed and with sufficient ventilation under the cover to enable the hull to dry out in storage and to remain dry.)

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Posted 00-08-28

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