Bug

Fun and easy to sail youth training boat

The Bug is a confidence inspiring junior training boat that is highly versatile. She can be sailed, rowed or motored with an optional outboard motor, thus providing the ability to be a trainer, a tender, and adventure boat or a racer. Renowned for its outstanding upwind performance and superior downwind control, it combines performance and style all while maintaining an incredibly stable platform. An exceptional design for those looking to enhance their sailing skills and, if they wish, eventually compete in racing events. The windsurfer-like agility and quickness will keep your young sailor hooked.

Specifications

Transport: Cartoppable

Capacity: 1 - 2 People

Race Level: Club - International

Length: 8.66FT/2.64M

Beam: 4.27FT/1.3M

Draft: 2.95FT/0.9M

Sail Area: 40.9FT²/3.8M²

Skill Level: Beginner - Advanced

features:

·Durable triple-layer polyethylene stackable hull

·Aluminum spars

·Aluminum foils

·Line kit

·Durable dacron sail

·Secure storage port

·Integrated water bottle holder

·Oarlocks

For all Ages and Abilities

What's a BUG? She is a simple, stable, fun; trainer, racer, tender and/or adventure boat that is suitable for sailors of all ages and abilities.

3 Sail Plans

The BUG incorporates 3 sail plans that take advantage of different levels of sailor skill and the type of use the sailor is intending to use her for. Learning, day sailing or racing, the BUG has what is needed for maximum enjoyment.

Sailed, Rowed or Motored

Unlike any craft in her category, the BUG can be sailed, rowed or motored as her crew requires. She even has an integrated front wheel - so no dolly/trolley is required to move her about on land.

Durable Roto Molded Hull

The durable 3 layer roto molded hull absorbs punishment while providing the structural rigidity required of proper sailing boats.