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Discussion in 'General Sailing Discussion' started by brian eiland, Sep 20, 2010.

  1. brian eiland, Sep 20, 2010
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    brian eiland

    brian eiland Senior Member

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    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
  2. Kevin, Sep 20, 2010
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    You sound like you're trying to sell those BICs Brian. :p

    They're definitely a great concept though. I remember reading about them 3 or 4 years ago when they were brand new.... thought it would be loads of fun for my son. I wonder how much they're selling for though?
  3. Pascal, Sep 21, 2010
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    looks like a lot of fun! ****, going to have to go on a serious diet if i want to play with one of these unless they come up with a bigger version! :)

    much "cooler" than an opti!
  4. brian eiland, Sep 21, 2010
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    Did sort of sound like a sales pitch, didn't it :rolleyes:

    No, I was just not aware of these boats...too much time with bigger ones. i was pretty heavy involved with small boats in some beach rentals operations years ago. We taught thousands to sail. Our primary vessel types were beach cats, and a small scow type vessel. I would have loved to had these vessels in service in those rental operations in lieu of the scows.

    That's right we also had some sunfish type vessels as well (jog those memory cells :rolleyes:)). Those were nice as the sail area was more manageable. but these Bics would be even lighter in weight to move up and down the beach for launching, and probably less vulnerable to damage.