Buying a boat
We have a small number of boats that can be borrowed if you don't have one, however if you are thinking about buying one then please read this first.
At Saratoga Sailing Club we sail boats that are generally affordable and available used. The two main types we sail are the Hartley TS16 and Lasers, but our mixed fleet has a number of other regulars too and our handicap system adjusts for different aged boats and allows anyone to sail anything. We also race International A-class Catamarans, but these are for the more experienced.
Check out our Boats for Sale page for boats our members are selling, or the links below.
One of our regular Hartley's
Hartley TS16
Hartley’s are a great choice for those with a regular crew member, but we have several members willing to crew of yours is unreliable.
Buying advice from the late Norm Thompson from April 2005. Norm was a past president of SSC and his advice was much respected and sought after. Many of our members who knew Norm have insights into his expertise so it is well worth a conversation with us once you have read the basics:
- History of the Hartley TS16
- Hartley TS16 buying advice
- Racing a Hartley TS16 in strong winds
- Article about affordable trailable boats
The following sites have Hartleys for sale but there may be others:
Our club Laser
Lasers
Lasers are a great choice for those who don’t have crew. Our fleet has a wide range of boat ages and sailing abilities.
Laser buying advice here:
The following sites have Lasers for sale, but there may be others:
A-Class Cats and Windsurfers
If you are looking to buy an A-Class Catamaran or a windsurfer, then please contact us.
Please note: we cannot vouch for any of the sites, nor the boats listed on them. We provide these links for convenience and comparison. If we are missing a site or a link doesn't work then please let us know.