The Soling is a wonderful boat to sail and race. It is fast, sturdy, yet sensitive in almost all conditions. The level of racing in each local fleet is strong, with most skippers in the class for over 10 years. While a 'high-tech' boat, it is surprisingly affordable, with competitive used boats in the range of $5,000 to $10,000.
The best way to find out if a Soling is right for you, is to contact a local fleet in your area and sign up to be a crew for a few races. While droop hiking may look a bit intimidating, it really is not all that hard and rather comfortable once you are 'over the side'.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact any of the fleet officers. We are actively looking for active racers who like the feel of a stable, yet responsive boat.
Upcoming Courses
SailNY, New York City's community sailing association, now in its eighth year, is a not-for-profit community group dedicated to providing affordable, public access sailing in New York Harbor. The sailing school provides instruction (including ASA certification,) recreational sailing, racing, and cruising. The program was made possible through several grants.
Annual Membership: $25.00 (prerequisite for all that follows)
ASA Basic Keelboat 101 (learn-to-sail), 16 hour on-water course: $300.00 ($20 additional for American Sailing Association certification);
Advanced Sail Trim (eight hours): $150.00;
Basic Spinnaker (eight hours): $150.00;
Navigation Course (ASA 105): $195.00, which includes charts, text, parallel rules and dividers.
Recreational Sailing (unlimited through end of October): $250.00
Weekend Racing -- Each of four 7-race-day series, $50.00 (prerequisite: recreational sailing fee);
Introduction to Sailing -- 3 hours' informational cruise -- $30.00 (membership not required).
For further information: www.SailNY.org or email info@SailNY.org.
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