Jan 14, 2014 · With the new Z420, says Adam Werblow, LaserPerformance’s director of institutional programs, they’ve developed a faster boat that can better withstand the abuse while retaining the C420’s...

Designed by Vanguard boats in the 1970s, it has a heavier hull, reinforced for durability in institutional sailing, and a stiff, untapered mast. The boat is much more simple to sail, yet lacks the performance of the original dinghy due to its extra weight.

Jul 15, 2014 · The Z420 is lighter and stronger than the C420 because of Soric core material and an infused molding process.

The 420 Omega is a special hybrid of the Z420 that is currently in production at Laser Performance. Features include a fathead main, oversized spinnaker, beefed-up mast and rigging, and trapezes on the base Z420 hull.

Feb 9, 2020 · 2015 Z420 Dinghy – For Sale – SOLD! TOO LATE! Like New! – This Z420 is ready to join an existing fleet or enjoy life as a fun daysailer/cottage boat. Shoreline sold this boat new to the original owner. He used it sparingly and took great care of it. Used in the shorter seasons of the Northeast, it spent a lot of time in garage storage. As ...

High performing collegiate sailboat. It looks as good as it sails! The Z420 has been designed to ensure the success of collegiate sailing through the collaborative efforts of many college coaches, as well as sailing industry designers, experts, and racers.

Severn School is selling it's fleet of 12 z420 sailboats. These boats were used for 2 semesters, lightly, and then completely refurbished as they had warranty issues. Every boat had their rails stripped, and new rails installed and sealed, then leak-tested.

High performing collegiate sailboat. It looks as good as it sails! The Z420 has been designed to ensure the success of collegiate sailing through the collaborative efforts of many college coaches, as well as sailing industry designers, experts, and racers.

Aug 13, 2014 · I420 is an excellent junior fleet for progressing to olympic classes and international events. C420 has big fleets in north america. I420 has a limited competetive hull life, the hull will be fucked in 2-3 years if you sail seriously, and getting softer within 18 months. C420 has an extra 20kg of choppy to keep it stiff. That extra 20kg is slow.

The z420 has been designed to insure the future success of collegiate sailing through the collaborative efforts of many college coaches as well as sailing industry designers, experts and racers. The results are distinctly evident when you sail the z420.