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The COMET DUO |
Duo DESIGN . . (The
most versatile dinghy) The Comet Duo is an extremely
versatile dinghy, equally suitable for racing, cruising and
training. Roomy enough for 3 adults or a small family yet light
enough to be sailed singlehanded.
Duo RACING . . (Great
introduction to racing) |
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Comet Duo is the ideal dinghy to start club racing. The fast
hull shape and decent sail area give the potential for excellent
performance. And at 12' overall, the Duo is very manouverable and
responsive on the smaller lakes and rivers, and offers
interesting racing with other dinghies.
The standard Duo is absolutely ready to sail but options of
self bailers, adjustable jibsheet tracks and jib stick
are available for the keen racer. The new owner becomes
a member of the Class Association for the first year. The
association organises National Championships. Open Meetings,
Cruising Events and Class Newsletter. |
Duo FUN . . (Just the
right size for one or three) Great for family fun. A
comfortable cockpit has all-round internal seats providing secure
seating for children. A high boom and rear mainsheet keep the
cockpit clear and uncluttered. The Comet Duo comes as standard
with a slab reefing mainsail and jib furling gear which
reduces the sail area quickly and effectively for beginners or
heavy weather sailing.
The light weight & compact size of the Duo make her
ideal for the singlehanded sailor who prefers a drier and
more comfortable sail than the more usual
single-handed dinghy. Optional storage hatches, oar and outboard
pad help make the Duo great for cruising. |
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Duo TRAINING .
. (A well-proven traing
boat) Popular with sailing schools and youth groups
the Comet Duo has proven to be ideal for teaching. The Duo's
responsiveness in light winds encourages the be-ginner and the
reefing mainsail keeps them sailing when the wind picks up. The
Duo layout with the 'sit in seats' give the sailor a great sense
of security and at 12', the size of the dinghy isn't at all
intimidating. All the spars, rigging and fittings are tough,
durable and certainly strong enough for sailing school
life. |
Duo QUALITY . .
(Thoughtful design - high
specification) Built to the highest
standard in GRP, the Comet Duo's quality and high specification
make the dinghy one of the best for value for money. Well proven
in the sailing school environment, the Duo will give years of
trouble free service to its owner, also and retain a high resale
value. |
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Duo DIMENSIONS :
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Length |
12' 2" |
3.70m |
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Beam |
5' |
1.52m |
Draft |
6" - 3' 3" |
0.15 - 1m |
Sail Area Mainsail |
70 sq ft |
6.50 sq m |
Sail Area Jib |
27 sq ft |
2.51 sq m |
Hull Weight |
195 lbs |
88 kg |
Mast Length |
19' 5" |
5.90m |
Portsmouth Number |
Recorded |
1175 | |