Having neither the time nor inclination to build a a boat myself, it was a question of old or new. "Old" has the advantage of a boat which may have been well pimped and be working to its potential, but with the disadvantage of being "used". Given that modern moths have reasonably bulletproof all carbon hulls, that was less of a concern. However, being relatively geographically isolated from the south coast epicentre of Moth sailing, "aftersails" support would be important. With Bladerider ceasing manufacture, concerns about the Assasins from New Zealand and it very difficult to justify the $20k cost of a Mach 2, it was clear that it would be a Ninja from Aardvark. The advantage of a stable builder in the UK, a reasonable prize and with a constantly developing product meant that joining Team Ninja was an easy decision.
Cookie has been flat out building this year, so I had to wait a wee while, but so it was not until 6th August that I drove to Weston Super Mare and back to pick up Limbic Candy. The four months wait were spent trying to get as fit as possible, with running and rowing at least once each week.
My major concerns with the first sail looming were simply getting up and going, as well as being fit enough to keep going! Choosing the right conditions (7-12knots) would be crucial. How would I manage my first sail?
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