![]() The larger Javelin (not much longer, 14' vs 12'4", but 8" wider) will be more comfortable, and sail more like a DS (same designer, and very similar hull shape) also being bigger, she will be more stable and better able to handle the wind. ![]() I would say a good boat for 1-2 adults, more will be crowded. As you know, I owned a 1969 Widgeon for 8 years, and that was a great little sailboat! I even had a spinnaker! Easy to sail, but still kept up with much larger boats. The 49# galvanized steel centerboard should aid stability a bit. I've never sailed a Javelin, but they seem like they would be pretty close to a DS in rigging. John, sorry for not getting back to you on this yet (been busy with car troubles and hauling out my DS II today).Įither the Widgeon or Javelin could be good choices, either will be a good performer, both are easy to single-hand, trailering either should work well (mast stepping on a 1971-83 Widgeon can be a challenge due to location of mast step) with practice, and either will fit in most garages (mast on Widgeon is 18'8" long, Javelin mast is 23'1").
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