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Are you ready to take on the world of sailing, but not sure where to look for a laser sailboat? Laser sailing provides a thrilling and versatile experience for sailors worldwide, offering agile performance, competitive racing, and a vibrant global community. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor seeking your next challenge or a beginner eager to dip your toes into the world of sailing, finding the right Laser sailboat is the first step for many.

With so many options available, the search for the perfect Laser sailboat may seem like a daunting task. But fear not! Below, we’ll help you navigate through the waters of boat hunting and discover the best places to find both new and used Laser sailboats for sale. From reliable dealers to online marketplaces and local sailing communities, we’ve compiled a list of valuable resources to streamline your search.

Where To Look For A Laser Sailboat

There are several excellent places you can look at when you want to buy a second-hand Laser sailboat. As well as asking around (especially down at your local club before or after a race, or asking your friends, family, and coworkers who may know of someone selling a laser dinghy), some other common places to look for a used Lasers dinghy for sale include:

Online marketplaces : For example, eBay and Craigslist. They don’t always have many options for dinghies, but you may want to set up an alert anyway. Sometimes they have some accessories at good prices.
Various sailing/Laser Forums : just search ‘laser forums’ as most have online classified sections, with https://sailingforums.com/ worth visiting.
Laser dealers/shops : Secondhand boats are often used for trade-ins on newer ones and boat shop owners will often know someone with something for sale.
Notice boards at Sailing Clubs : Members upgrading/downsizing will often sell their older boats and post them on notice boards.
Newspaper/sailing magazine classifieds : can be a good place to find deals near your home.
Online boat brokers : Websites like YachtWorld or BoatTrader have listings for new and used boats, including laser dinghies.
Various websites : There are many great websites where you can find laser dinghies for sale. See some examples in specific countries below…

you can find laser dinghies for sale in many places

Country-Specific Websites

In addition to these potential sources, there are many country-specific websites where you will be able to locate used laser sailboat listings. They include the following*:

In Australia:

Qld Laser Association
NBSailsports
Double Bay Sailing Club
Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Laser Direct (new gear)
Port Melbourne Yacht Club
AustraliaListed.com
Boats Online
PSA Sailing (new gear)
Western Australian Laser Association
Australian Radio Yachting Association (RC Lasers)
Radio Control Sailing Australia (RC Lasers)
Yachthub.com

In the United States:

SailboatListings.com
West Coast Sailing (new gear)
Shoreline Sailboats (new gear)
Smart Marine Guide
Intensitysails (new gear)
Sailsport Marine (new gear)
Laser I Store (new gear)
Fogh Marine
Alberta Sailing Association
Marine Outfitters (new gear)
CanadianListed.com

In the United Kingdom:

Apollo Duck
Sailing Chandlery (new gear)
For-sale.co.uk
boatsandoutboards.co.uk
sailboats.co.uk (new gear)
Sailingfast (new gear)

In Ireland:

ILCA Ireland

In the Netherlands:

In new zealand:.

New Zealand Laser Association

* We are not affiliated with these sites and have not purchased through many of them. They are listed for your information only. Use with caution.

Use Patience When Buying a Dinghy

You might be tempted to simply go out and buy the first dinghy you inspect. You might inspect one and fall in love at first sight. However, dedicating time to learning what to look for when buying a Laser dinghy will arm you with the knowledge needed to make an informed decision. This ensures that your chosen boat aligns perfectly with your sailing aspirations, remains in good condition, and suits your specific needs and preferences.

Once you decide whether you’re shopping for a new or used Laser sailboat, finding the right one isn’t difficult. There are many different sources available at your fingertips. Yes, you might have to inspect a few before finding the perfect dinghy that meets your exact requirements, but the learning that comes from this process is invaluable. By conducting your own research and having discussions with laser dinghy owners, you can learn a great deal.

So, while the initial excitement of the first dinghy may be captivating, investing time in research and evaluation will lead to a more satisfying and rewarding sailing journey ahead.

What About Info on Selling a Laser Dinghy?

Selling your Laser sailboat is a significant decision that requires careful consideration. If and when you want to sell your laser dinghy, it’s essential to find the right buyer. In this article , we explore the best strategies for selling your Laser dinghy and navigating the market to ensure a smooth and successful selling experience. Whether you’re upgrading to a new boat or transitioning to a different type of sailing, we’ve got you covered with practical tips and advice to help you find the perfect match for your Laser sailboat and pass on the joy of sailing to its next owner.

What’s Your Tip For The Best Place To Find a Laser Sailboat For Sale?

Have you got any other tips and places to check out when looking for a used laser sailboat for sale? If you have bought one, where did you find your dinghy? What do you think is the best place to find a used Laser dinghy? Please share below…

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I actually bought my Laser from Sailing Pro Shop. Just another option for those looking.

How much can I expect to get for my laser. It is three years old and sailed only a few times. It is not banged up at all. It was stored in our garage over the winter with a cover. We paid 15,000 for it. We are in NH, the lakes region.

Hi Marie That depends on many factors, including the age and condition of your Laser sailboat. But on top of this, it also depends on what others are selling for in your area. This is often a good starting point – checking the price of other Lasers dinghies in the area. So spend some time researching to get a good idea of what is a realistic sale price. Here is some more information that you might find useful when selling your dinghy – check it out here . Good luck with it. Cheers Brendan

$15 000.?? The gold-plated version? ?

(Brand-new, in 2021, Lasers run for a tad under $5K)

Not in Australia they don’t.

Any tips for selling a Laser? I have it posted on three sailing sites, including sailingforums.com, craigslist, and facebook. I have a 2007 Laser in excellent condition rarely sailed and never in salt water.

Hi Joseph Thanks for your message. I have put together some information to help Laser sailors sell their dinghies as quickly and easily as possible, and for the best price. Check it out here . Hope it helps, and all the best. Brendan

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Laser Class Laser by LaserPerfomance – $6,475.00!

Features Laser sailing is an investment in skills that will last a lifetime, skills that apply to any boat. Laser sailors have access to a community of sailors from around the world who love to race. One Laser sailor in Honolulu recently recorded the first Laser speed record at 16.8 knots, or 28 feet per second. ( Link to our Laser speed record story ) When you are ready to race, get into a Laser.

The International Laser Class hosts more events in more nations than any other one-design class in the world. In North America alone there are more than a thousand events each year. Whether you choose to race in local club events or international championships there is an event for everyone. The International Laser Class magazine, Laser World and the North American class magazine Laser Sailor will always keep you up-to-date on future events, results, and tips to improve your Laser sailing.

The International Laser Class Association runs a circuit of Masters events for Laser sailors over 35 years of age. The Masters circuit culminates in the Laser Masters World Championship which is held annually. The Laser Masters racing circuit is the largest and most heavily attended masters racing group of any one-design class in the world.

Lasers are available with one of two options, the Race package and the XD package.Laser Race: Allen upgrade powerpack, Allen upgraded vang, gorilla tiller with 42” extension, 60 mm Allen ratchet block, padded hiking strap, rolled sail, upgraded line package, GRP foils with upgraded rudder bolt.Laser XD: XD Harken vang , XD Harken powerpack, XD Carbon tiller, XD Carbon tiller extension, XD padded hiking strap, Harken 57 mm ratchet block, upgraded vectran line package, GRP foils with upgraded rudder bolt. The Laser has a Vela gray hull with a Vela gray deck. The $6,475 list price is for the Laser Race version. The Laser XD option is available at $6,998

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Laser Performance builds the classic small sailboats we all know and love - the Sunfish, Laser, and C420.

How Much Does A Laser Sailboat Cost?

‍ Key Takeaways

Depending on what Laser class you pick, each is designed for a specific use
Prices vary from $900 to $13,000 depending on model, age, new, and used
Routine maintenance and other factors will contribute to Laser prices overall
Lasers are one of the most iconic sailing boats you can find including the Sunfish
Sailors that race with dinghies want a Laser, especially international levels

‍ A Laser sailboat is a popular dinghy used for races and owning one should not break the bank. But how much does a Laser sailboat cost?

Someone can purchase a new Laser sailboat for around $3,300 to $13,000. Used Laser sailboats will cost approximately $2,000 to $6,000. The pricing is typically determined by the year of manufacture, the type of Laser model, and the overall condition.

A variety of factors will influence costs for a Laser sailboat and you will need to narrow down your options based on budget and the intended use of the Laser. According to sailboat listings websites you can find quality used Lasers for reasonable prices.

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‍ The Real Cost of a Laser Sailboat

The cost of a new and a used Laser varies unless it is in good condition for used Lasers. The Laser class and boat type will affect the price depending on if you intend to race or just have fun.

Consider aiming for one that best fits your desired activity goal on the water if you need to know which type of Laser boat you want to own. Depending on the route you want to go when purchasing one you can save some money.

Depending on the dealer you buy it from and the model will significantly affect the price. A new Laser sailboat can range up to $13,000 for a Bahia Gennaker and start as low as $6,000 for an XD Standard . A new Sunfish (a Laser sailboat not for racing) can range up to $5,000.

You have the benefit of a boat that is ready to sail and you do not have to worry about previous issues from other owners when purchasing a new Laser. There are Laser dinghies that are designed for racing to choose from. These boats include:

Laser XD Standard
Laser XD Radial
Laser XD 4.7

Each one of those starts at around $6,000. They can go up in price depending on any additional features to your purchase so research which one you like the best.

Used Lasers

A used Laser sailboat will vary in price from $200 (damaged or needs work) to $15,000 (rare or harder-to-find models). When you purchase a used Laser it will require a lot more homework to ensure the Laser dinghy is in good shape. Purchasing a used Sunfish can cost anywhere from $900 to $1,300.

The good news about used Lasers is that you get a fairly decent amount of boaters trying to sell one online. There are plenty of other options to help with your budget even though you might not find a specific year built in mind.

To save money you should search nationwide for deals. Feel free to travel a few states away to grab the perfect arrangement for a Laser dinghy.

Sailboat ownership incurs ongoing insurance expenses for potential harm to:

Other boats

Coverage costs are based on factors like boat age and size. Comparison shopping can aid in finding the best coverage rates and average annual premiums of $611 in places like Florida.

Older and medium-sized sailboats have less expensive insurance. Laser boats will cost less than a typical sailboat since it is less than 20 feet.

Marina Slips

Marina slip fees vary from $500 to $5,000 for six months and will have lower rates for boats under 30 feet. Stowing a sailboat on dry land can prove to be:

Cost-effective
Prevents bottom growth
Increases longevity

Certain marinas require upfront deposits and provide cheaper dock space with limited amenities. If you want to skip a marina slip you could opt for a trailer and you would need a place to store the boat if you do not have adequate space. Those two factors could be thousands of dollars upfront if you do not have a trailer.

Fees from Sailing Club

Newbie sailors can benefit from sailboat clubs since they offer:

Racing opportunities
Sense of community

Expensive initiation fees could range from $1,000 to $4,000 and annual fees of $500 to $1,000 include extras like meals and lockers.

Another option is taking sailing lessons with a qualified instructor to gain water confidence. A club will likely give you access to certain sailing events or other opportunities to join on the water so keep that in mind when weighing your options.

Considering storage and trailer fees is important when owning a boat. Free on-land storage for small sailboats is possible but most require payment. Open storage lots are cheaper than marina slips but larger boats have fewer options.

Winter storage is recommended to protect against cold temperatures. If you do not live near cold climates you should still consider dry storage for parts of the year when not in use.

Routine Maintenance

Maintaining a boat's quality and maintenance history affects upkeep costs. You can prevent most high expenses by avoiding damage and proper use of the boat.

Consistent annual maintenance costs result from buying a boat that has been maintained well or making sure you can give the time and effort to maintain your new boat. One example that could save money in the short term is that you store sails to save replacement costs.

Costly failures can be prevented with proper planning and common sense. Doing the repairs yourself will save you money as long as you do them correctly and hiring someone will double the cost. Maintaining a boat under 30 feet typically costs about $2,000 per year to maintain.

How to Find Used Laser Sailboats?

Finding a used Laser sailboat can help you save thousands of dollars depending on the model and age of the boat. Laser sailors will need to do a little more homework if they wish to compete in Laser sailing.

There are plenty of deals to buy good quality boats whether it is Laser dinghies or a Sunfish. Checking local marinas or places that store boats or anything besides a dealer could be your best bet. Most Laser sailboats should still hold their value if the owner showed them some love over the years.

Here are some tips for finding the best deal on a Laser boat.

Properly examine the hull for a smooth surface without damages or heavy marks
Check for consistent firmness and avoid areas that feel soft
Opt for dry-sailed boats that were kept on land and stored for protection
Watch out for water saturation and extra weight caused by improper storage
Look for a weight similar to the manufacturer's dry weight to get the best performance
If you find a used Sunfish you should aim for a weight that matches new boats for racing intentions

Why Would You Purchase a Laser Sailboat?

The Laser is a widely acclaimed adult racing boat that features a standardized box one design that guarantees fair competition for Laser sailing. This is solely dependent on the sailor's abilities and not the boat.

Racing with a Laser sailboat is a unique experience. With its demanding athleticism, subtle steering, trimming techniques, and tactical expertise, it challenges even the most skilled Laser sailors. Sailors of different ages and skill levels compete in the Laser sailboat.

These are available in two hardware versions known as XD for racing enthusiasts and Race for recreational and club sailing. Both versions offer three rig options to accommodate athletes of different sizes and ages such as:

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1953: Uprising at the Norilisk Labour Camp

Account of a mass strike by inmates at the Norilag Gulag against executions and enforced labour.

Norillag prisoners strike for better conditions (Norilsk uprising), 1953 Goals: The prisoners' demands included a review of all prison sentences; an end to summary executions; the shortening of the working day from twelve to eight hours; the right to correspond with their families; the transfer of disabled prisoners; and the removal of the locks on the barracks, the bars on the windows, and the identification numbers on prison uniforms.

The Norillag was a gulag labor camp, located in Norilsk, Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia, a town in the Taimyr Peninsula on the coast of the Arctic Ocean, close to the mouth of the Enisei River. Inmates of the Norillag worked 12-hour days, in temperatures as low as negative 50 degrees Celsius during the winter. They worked in mines, brickyards, cement plants, and in the base camps, as well as on road and railroad construction. Sources estimate that the Norilsk camps held between 25,000 and 35,000 inmates at the time of the Norilsk uprising in 1953, the majority of whom were political prisoners.

The death of Joseph Stalin on 5 March 1953 raised hopes of amnesty among the prisoners, but their hopes were soon dashed when authorities announced that the amnesty would only apply to criminal prisoners, and not to political prisoners.

Amidst an atmosphere of frustrated expectations, the Norilsk uprising began in Camp No. 5 on 26 May 1953, one day after a perimeter guard shot at five political prisoners and killed two. The prisoners in Camp No. 5 spread news of the violence to other compounds via a pre-established semaphore communications system using flags.

When the news reached Camp No. 4, a prisoner named Yevgeny Griciak responded by beginning a strike in his camp. When he failed to convince the inmates to put down their tools with his words, Griciak “noticed then that the rhythm of the work was set by the sound of the air hammers. As long as the hammers kept going, the inmates would work, so I shut the compressors off. The hammers stopped and everyone quit working.” When one of the authorities ordered the 5,000 prisoners to return to their work, the inmates refused. The result was a three-day siege at the construction site. On the inmates’ third day without food or water, they painted a large sign with the words, “We Are Being Killed and Starved,” and hung the sign on a building to make it visible to the townspeople of Norilsk. Shortly afterward, the authorities brought in food and water, and the inmates voted to go back to the barracks. Nevertheless, despite their return to the barracks, the inmates continued with their strike the next day.

By 5 June 1953, the Norillag prisoners had initiated strikes in six of the camps, with a total of 16,379 prisoners on strike. One source reports that inmates joined together as a human wall to block camp administrators from the prisoners’ quarters. Another source reports that inmates raised black flags over their barracks as a symbol of their revolt, while local trains carried strike slogans.

As the camp authorities deliberated, the prisoners organized themselves. They set up committees to regulate the duties of strikers and elected leaders: one leader for each barrack. Representatives on the committees included Ukrainians, Estonians, Latvians, and Lithuanians, although Ukrainians were the most well-represented. Among the leaders of the uprising were Yevhen Hyrtsyak, Danylo Shumuk, Alida Dauge, and Asti Tofri. Dauge and Tofri were two of the eight women leaders in the revolt.

The first major demand of the prisoners was to have the opportunity to negotiate with representatives from Moscow instead of with local authorities. The scholar William D. Pederson writes that “[t]his demand, which was repeated during the Vorkuta and Kingir uprisings, seems to have grown out of the display of power that Communist prisoners of war exerted on the truce negotiations in the Korean War” (see “Vorkuta prisoners strike for improved conditions, Russia, 1953”).

In Camp No. 3, prisoners led by a man named Nikolaitchuk distributed hundreds of leaflets to the townspeople of Norilsk, located a mile and a half away, to publicize the situation in the camp. The inmates printed the leaflets with ink from the administrative office and letter blocks that they cut out of rocks and pieces of cement using their work tools. The inmates then delivered the leaflets to city dwellers by crafting kites from paper lying around, tying the leaflets to the kites with a cord, and setting the cords on fire as they released the kites into the air. As the kites flew over Norilsk, the cords burnt to an end, causing the leaflets to fall from the sky into the city. Griciak said that that word of the revolt finally reached the authorities in Moscow partly because of this action.

On 6 June 1953, a special commission arrived from Moscow to meet with the prisoners and discuss their demands. Colonel Mikhail Kuznyetsov (also spelled Kuznetsov, Kusnetov), the chief of the prison administration of the Soviet Union’s interior ministry (MVD) led the commission, whose task was to end the prisoners’ strike at any cost. Other members of the commission included Lieutenant-General Seryodkin, the commander of prison convoy guard forces of the MVD, and Comrade Kiselyov, a representative of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of the USSR.

A secret prisoners’ committee submitted a list of demands to the commission. The prisoners' demands included a review of all prison sentences; an end to summary executions; the shortening of workdays from twelve to eight hours; the right to correspond with their families; the transfer of disabled prisoners; the removal of locks on the barracks and bars on the windows; and the removal of identification numbers from prison uniforms. Hyrtsyak was among the inmates who presented the demands to the commission. Kuznyetsov told the prisoners that a few of their demands would be met immediately, while the others would be reviewed in Moscow. In the meantime, the prisoners were to go back to work, which they did.

Ten days after the negotiations ended, the prisoners re-initiated their strike. Reports vary as to whether the strikes were triggered by the mass arrest of the first strike’s leaders under Kusnyetsov’s orders, or by the fact that camp authorities had begun to lock the doors of the prisoners’ barracks.

The inmates in Camp No. 6, the women’s compound, also participated in the strike. On 7 July 1953, when the women inmates had not worked for a month and been on hunger strike for a week, camp authorities installed machine guns on the watchtowers. 3,000 women prisoners, in turn, emerged from their barracks and started to dig graves for themselves to demonstrate their contempt for the authorities. At that point, the authorities began to attack them with jets of hot water, bricks, and truncheons. The women fled into the tundra, where they met more troops.

The Norilsk uprising ended on 4 August 1953. While one source reports that MVD troops encircled all six camps of Norillag at the beginning of August, opened fire, and thereby terminated the revolt through bloody suppression, other sources suggest that the strikes in most of the camps had already ended by the time that the troops arrived. One source, for example, writes that the strikes in Camps No. 4 and 5 ended on 4 July, when guards with machine guns and automatic rifles killed 27 prisoners. These sources say that the military repression on 4 August was directed toward Camp No. 3, where the strikers had held out the longest. While the official body count of the confrontation was four, unofficial body counts were as high as 150.

After the suppression of the uprising, authorities sent the most active leaders of the protests to prisons and punishment camps. Meanwhile, the administration put down additional attempts to strike through “combing,” a practice in which armed guards forced groups of 50 to 60 prisoners to the taiga, separated out the inmates whom they knew to be active strikers, and isolated them.

Few spoke of what had transpired for fear of punishment. “The men had been warned that any talk of the revolt, or any attempt to stir up any new trouble, meant immediate transfer to a penal camp and perhaps a stiffer sentence,” wrote Walter Ciszek, who served as a priest in Camp No. 5.

In spite of the uprising’s violent end, the authorities granted many of the prisoners’ demands, such as the shortening of their workday from twelve to eight hours; the right to correspond with their family and receive packages; the removal of bars from their windows; and the removal of numbers from their uniforms. Because of these gains, along with the fact that a government commission had arrived from Moscow as requested, the prisoners considered their protest to have ended in victory.

The Norilsk uprising was one of the first major revolts of the inmate movement that emerged within the Soviet labor camp system between 1952 and 1954. Together with the 1953 revolt in Vorkuta, it marked what L. Latkovskis describes as “the beginning of the end of the Gulag.”

Research Notes Influences: The display of power that Communist prisoners of war exercised on the truce negotiations in the Korean War appear to have inspired the Norillag prisoners' demand to negotiate with representatives from Moscow instead of with local authorities.

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