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totally_TBM

Flying Dutchman for first boat?

I recently took a sailing class and have been looking to get a boat for day/trailer sailing. There's a pretty active club near me that hosts regular regattas through the summer on various lakes. I've gone out to a few and really enjoyed myself. I think I'll spend more time sailing regattas than pleasure cruising.

I found a Flying Dutchman that looks to be in pretty decent shape with sails not far away.

I know this is a sporty boat, but is it too much to take on as a first boat?

Posted May 1, 2026, 9:20 PM UTC

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