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Laser Class
About the Class: The Laser was introduced to the Olympic Games in 1996 as an open single-handed dinghy event. Olympic Medallists and America's Cup Helmsmen alike have all raced the ultimate one-design. With over 150,000 boats constructed to date, the Laser is the gold standard in single-handed, one-design sailing. The Laser class was built on the philosophy that the sailor wins the race, not the boat. Every Laser in the world is identical. Strict class rules guarantee that it is the sailor, not the equipment, that makes the difference. Laser racing is a true test of skill. The Laser Formula is a three rig option (4.7, Radial and full rig) that has been adopted by a number of sailing schools as a simple and economical way to enable sailing in all winds and reduce the amount of 'down time'. By changing only the sail and lowering the mast, the Laser can be sailed comfortably in all wind conditions for any sailor weighing as little as 35kg. The full rig option is the official Olympic Class.
Australian Success: Australia won its first medal in the Laser Class at the 2000 Olympic Games with Michael Blackburn finishing in 3rd position. Glenn Bourke is a three time Laser World Champion for Australia and was the Sailing Competition Manager with SOCOG. 2004 Olympic Representative:
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