What is it?
 

Hi,
I'm new to RC sailing and I just bought something on ebay and I don't know what it is. This is the only photo; 34"L 10.5W. Is it wood? The seller has no clue.

RE: What is it?
 

If the seller hasn't got a clue, than it's very hard for us to know what it might be from such a small picture.

Judging by the shape, it might be at least a wooden superstructure.

Just wait 'till the postman rings, I guess...

Regards, Jan.

RE: What is it?
 

Looks like it's from the late 70's to mid 80's based on the style of the rigging. Why don't we call this sailboat the "X" craft? :D

RE: What is it?
 

Thanks for the input. I sent a list of questions to the seller. The first thing I'll do is take some better photos to share. There was a "buy it now" for $59, $18 shipping just listed and I took a chance. I was looking at the Nirvana II, but I don't plan to race yet. I have a full size buccaneer but this should be fun on the pond out the back porch. Can't wait to follow-up.[X(]

RE: What is it?
 

Looks like some home built design, like a skiff. Probably a good lazy day sailer, doesn't look much like a racer.

RE: What is it?
 

Looks a bit like a scale version of the Thunderbird class yacht. Climate model works is listed in the AMYA site as selling a R/C Thunderbird but I couldnt see it listed.. you may want to contact them

AMYA Reference ---
http://www.amya.org/suppliers/suppli...ats.html#Boats

Climate
http://welasercut.com/lasercart/inde...2b2a154e562e14

Thunderbird Info
http://www.thunderbirdsailing.org/Ar...rd_article.pdf

Hope you find out,
Spin