VX One Class Association

General Category => Sailing, Handling, Tips and Techniques => Topic started by: Blofeld on June 08, 2016, 06:07:08 AM

Title: Singlehanded?
Post by: Blofeld on June 08, 2016, 06:07:08 AM
Can a single person sail a VX One (at least in light to moderate conditions)? I'm asking because I'm interested in the boat but probably won't have a sailing partner at hand every time.
Title: Re: Singlehanded?
Post by: Jay Harrell on June 08, 2016, 07:23:52 AM
The self-tacking jib makes the VX pretty easy to single-hand, and there is a smaller mainsail available that would also help. If you're going to run the spinnaker downwind, then you'll probably want the optional mainsheet cleat as well.
Title: Re: Singlehanded?
Post by: Blofeld on June 08, 2016, 07:31:08 AM
What would you say is the wind Limit for one? And Is there a trapeze option als well?
Title: Re: Singlehanded?
Post by: kpike on June 08, 2016, 01:23:32 PM
I single hand my VX a lot.  Roll up the jib and you are good to 12 upwind.  I also use a RAD main which is smaller.  Good to 15.  You can add a set of reef points to a standard main instead of the RAD.  More important though is adding a main sheet cleat and a 2hp outboard or electric motor.  My cleat is on the boom.   Motoring up to or away from the dock is better control in gusty conditions.  I tried a trapeze but did not like it and took it off.  Off the wind you can fly with the kite up. 
Title: Re: Singlehanded?
Post by: eulereit on September 02, 2016, 02:21:52 PM
re: kpike

Can you launch and recover by yourself?
Title: Re: Singlehanded?
Post by: kpike on September 03, 2016, 02:25:38 PM
Yes I launch and recover single handed.  The addition of guides to the rear of the trailer are recommended.  I posted a picture of the guides in tips & techniques.