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Which dinghy to buy for family sailing
Capacity, stability and safety: four options for sailing all together.
In short: For family sailing we recommend the Magno (up to three people, with a masthead float), the Argo (up to four adults), the Vibe (1 to 3 people) or the Topaz, one hull with four versions that fits on a car roof.
A family dinghy must be stable, roomy and easy to handle, so that everyone enjoys it from day one and those learning build confidence. These are the models we recommend.
Magno: the family boat
The Magno has a deep, roomy hull for up to three people, with two children's seats at the front. The float at the top of the sail removes the risk of a full capsize and the furling jib is simple enough for a beginner. Sails come in Dacron or Mylar.
Argo: up to four adults
The Argo comfortably carries four adults, or an instructor and three pupils. It is very stable and «forgiving» of beginners' mistakes, yet fast and exciting, with a gennaker, furling jib and reefing mainsail.
Vibe: versatile
The Vibe combines a 3.80 m length with a very roomy cockpit and just 80 kg: 1 to 3 people. It has a reefing mainsail and a gennaker, and there is also the more powerful Vibe X.
Topaz: a boat that grows with you
With the Topaz system, one 3.86 m hull comes in four versions and you can add the extras as your skills grow. It can also be carried on a car roof.
How many of you are there and where will you sail? We'll recommend the boat and prepare the quote.
| Model | Length | Crew | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magno | 3.94 m | 1-3 | 95 kg |
| Argo | 4.40 m | 1-4 | 110 kg |
| Vibe | 3.80 m | 1-3 | 80 kg |
| Topaz | 3.86 m | depends on version | 60 kg |
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