Kite vs. Moth vs. Nacra F20 FCS vs. Marstrom 32
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfBumbfPpnM&
Check out what happens when some of the fastest sailing boats in the world take on a kiteboarder in the ultimate showdown! The highlight being the sailors wondering if the kiter even knows the rules of racing just before the start! Watch to the end to see who wins…
It’s also worth considering that after kiter finished the race, he packed up his kite and board and stuck it in his car and drove off! Oh and here is a cost analysis for you…
Kite – £3,500 (New includes, Ozone Chrono 15m plus bar, board and hydrofoil)
Moth – £10,000 + (New)
Nacra F20 FCS – £24,000 + (New)
Marström 32 – £100,000 + (New and yes that isn’t a typo just a ridiculously expensive boat!)
Of course those other boats need trailers, storage and everything else, and can you imagine taking one overseas to go racing? The angle the kite gets on the upwind leg is ridiculous and to win by such a huge margin is crazy, the future of sailing is right here in front of us!
