Entry-level sailing at its best

[brian eiland]

FACEBOOK OR FLINTSTONES generation appeal

The new America’s Cup now targets the Facebook generation and not the
Flintstone generation. Meanwhile the O’Pen BIC nails the bullseye... a
modern & cool boat to keep kids excited for sailing.

Find the kids’ choice at New Age Sailing Video
http://tinyurl.com/Facebook-or-Flintstone

See why fleets are happening all over. The O’Pen BIC uses new-age design
and recyclable materials in a rocket-ship hull and contemporary rig. Just two
minutes to rig, completely self-bailing, no maintenance, less expensive.
Capsizing is now fun! Bottom line? Kids can’t wait to sail O’pen BICs.

http://www.OpenBIC.com

[Dave Gentry]

I don't think an OpenBic provides a leap in performance or handling over the (much older) Byte, for instance. It's just trendier.

And, at $3000US apiece, this is entry-level sailing only for privileged children . . . .
Same goes for a race level Opti (and I agree that an OpenBic - or Byte - would be way more fun!).

Perhaps "entry-level sailing at its best" should be inclusive, rather than exclusive. PDR's come to mind as excellent entry level boats that anyone can afford - with added appeal to innovators.
Also, "entry level" doesn't mean just children. Plenty of adults would like to learn to sail, too, and aren't going to fit on a OB - or be all that enthused about capsizing.

BTW, your post come across as blatant advertising, not as an invitation to a discussion . . . .