The EMYC sails a number of sailboat classes. The main classes are listed below with a brief description. Our main racing classes are Laser, ODOM and Fairwind. Information about racing days, handicapping programs, indoor winter races, national events is available on this web site and be contacting representatives. If you are planning on purchasing a boat for yourself or another, there are several things to consider, including boat class (type of boat), weather or not you will be racing and radio frequency. If you are not planning to race you can pick any boat that you like. If you are planning to race, you will want to be careful in choosing a boat that is currently supported and fills your racing goals. The Fairwind is a nationally popular class and there are quite a number in the club. The Laser is a very popular one-design class amongst racers in the EMYC and does not require and building skills. The ODOM is becoming a popular class at the EMYC and is a great sailor, though more technical and complex. Another thing to consider is that we are careful to control the limited (30 available) radio channels that are available. Be sure to call a sailing representative to find which channels are available before buying any radio. Check the web site for current contact information (www.EMYC.org). If you are buying a boat for a gift, we strongly encourage you to contact us before purchasing a boat. Racing with boats in the same class is a large part of the fun in RC sailing, just as in full-sized boats. The EMYC is a member of the AMYA (American Model Yacht Association) which provides information on all sanctioned classes. See www.AMYA.org for more information. Before buying a boat we strongly encourage you to visit us at the north pond of Centennial Lakes park (Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday afternoon / evening) to discuss your interests and meet the people who are currently sailing these classes.

ODOM – One Design One Meter – Sloop rig (main and jib) Length: One Meter Sail area: 600 sq in Fiberglass hull and deck Weight: 7.5 lbs minimum Excellent sailing characteristics in a closely controlled AMYA one design class. Excellent design, well balanced boat. Approximate cost with radio: $650 Building time > 30 hours. Requires good building skills and attention to detail to have a competitive boat. Available from manufacturer: www.modelyachting.com EMYC currently races 14 + boats that are nationally competitive and maintain an active racing schedule Kit includes carbon fiber spars. Sails are available from several independent sail makers

FairWind II / 900 – Sloop rig (main and jib) Length: 36 inches Sail area: 500 sq in ABS plastic hull and deck one piece construction Weight: 8 lbs minimum Good sailing characteristics in a closely controlled AMYA one design class. A bit less responsive than boats with thinner keels. Approximate cost with radio: $450 Building time < 20 hours. Average building skills and some research needed to build a competitive boat Available from local hobby stores or on-line. EMYC currently races 12 + boats that are nationally competitive and maintain an active racing schedule Carbon fiber spars and after market sails are allowed by class rules

Laser – Cat rig (one sail) Length: 48 inches Sail area: max 800 sq in. ABS injected hull and deck one piece construction Easy to sail and handles like a typical, cat rig, full sized boat. Strictly controlled, one design class rules. Cost with accessories and radio: $750 No building – boat is ready to sail right out of the box. Available from local dealer: Tom Weigel 952-941-1197 EMYC and Calhoun MYC currently race about 25 boats at Centennial Lakes and Calhoun. The class maintains an active racing schedule at both locations. Two fiberglass spar sets and three sails for different wind conditions available only from dealer.

SeaWind – Sloop rig (main and jib) Length: One Meter Sail Area: 600 sq in ABS plastic hull and deck one piece construction Weight: 7 lbs Quite good sailing characteristics in a newly sanctioned AMYA one design class. Somewhat limited by sail and mast design issues. Cost with radio: $450 Building time < 20 hours. Average building skills needed Available from local hobby stores or on-line. EMYC currently races 6 boats in handicapped racing series with boats in other classes Kit supplied jointed aluminum spars are required by class rules. Sails available from independent sail makers are allowed.

CR 914 – Sloop rig (main and jib) Length: 36 inches Sail Area: 600 sq in ABS plastic hull and deck one piece construction Weight: 6.25 lbs Excellent sailing characteristics in a closely controlled AMYA one design class. Excellent design, well balanced boat. Cost with radio: $450 Building time < 20 hours Available National distributor and dealer in Colorado Handicapped racing is only racing available at this time. EMYC hosted the Nationals in 1995. There used to be 25 boats in EMYC but the class support has diminished so it is rare to see one on the water. EMYC has National and Regional first place winners..

Northwind – Sloop rig (main and jib) Length: 36 inches Sail Area: 600 sq in ABS plastic hull and deck one piece construction Weight: 7 lbs Average sailing characteristics. Is not a sanctioned AMYA class at this time. Cost with radio: $375 Building time - unknown Available from local hobby stores or on-line. 3 boats in EMYC Handicapped racing is only racing available. Not a very well known boat and the fleet will not be likely to expand.

Soling One Meter – Sloop rig (main and jib) Length: One Meter Sail Area: 600 sq in ABS plastic hull and deck bonded together Weight: 11 lbs Quite good sailing characteristics in a sanctioned AMYA one design class with large national membership. Class limits modifications to keep boat affordable. Cost with radio: $350 Probably the ‘best bang for the buck’ of any class. Building time < 20 hours. Average building skills needed Available from local hobby stores or on-line. EMYC currently races 1 boat in handicapped racing series with boats in other classes. Good class support. Kit supplied wooden spars are required by class rules. Dacron, flat sails included in kit are required..