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The protected waters of North Sound are ideal for small boat sailing, windsurfing, even fishing with a Boston Whaler, and both expert and novice can enjoy the use of the fleet. Our friendly watersports staff will help you with rigging and give you directions for a safe and enjoyable sail.Refresh your skills or get acquainted with this great watersport in the Introduction to Sailing Course, complimentary with most stays.
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Hobie Wave
The Hobie Wave is the ideal boat for beginners, families and kids, and when the wind picks up, seasoned vets will enjoy skimming across North Sound. |
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Hobie Getaway
This performance catamaran can accommodate 2-6 sailors, and comes complete with a trampoline up front. |
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Laser
These powerful boats offer a true challenge to the most skilled sailor, and require only one person aboard. Friendly Laser class racing takes place on every Sunday morning against fellow guests.
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420
The 420 is the world’s most popular performance doublehanded training boat for juniors. But it can also be sailed by adults.Bitter End’s “Club 420s” are Vanguard/Laser Performance models, with trapezes and spinnakers. |
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Rhodes 19
The Rhodes 19s require only one experienced sailor – the rest can go along for the ride in one of these stable keelboats. They are ideal for one or two couples exploring the Sound, on an afternoon sail.
Bridging the gap between the Rhodes 19 and the Hunter 216, we have the Barnett 1400, a 14 foot sailboat designed for the novice sailor.
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Hunter 216
With its large cockpit and simple controls, novices will learn the joys of sailing quickly and easily aboard a Hunter 216. But never fear: the 216s provide thrills commensurate with their sportboat heritage. We use the Hunter 216 not only in our Sunday Regattas, but also during the world famous Pro Am Regatta, as well as during most of our annual special events. |
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IC-24
The undisputed standard for performance keelboats, IC-24s (left) require at least two experienced sailors, but four or five will be comfortable aboard.During our annual Pro Am Rregatta Week, these boats prove to be exciting racers, for the guests and pros alike. |
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Vanguard PramBIC O'Pen, and Optimist Sailing Dinghy
These nifty little boats are simple to handle, stable, and easy to sail right off the beach. They're lively fun for juniors, seniors, beginners and experts alike.
The Junior Summer Sailing Course at the Bitter End Sailing School uses these boats. |
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Boston Whalers
These great little 11 foot motorboats with are perfect for picnicking, exploring secluded beaches, snorkeling, and fishing around the north end of the resort on our own flats. |
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Kayaks
Great for kids and families, our sea kayaks are for one or two. Pick up a picnic lunch from the Watersports Center and take off for the day, exploring the coastline and many small islands that ring the North Sound.
Hobie Pursuit Single Kayak
Ideal for exploring the pristine waters and beach of the greater North Sound area. Features a storage locker and built-in cup holder.
Hobie Mirage Pedal/Padddle Kayak
This unique craft features an innovative pedal system that can be removed for paddling. Great leg exercise, or try the upper and lower body combined workout-our staff can show you how.
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Hobie Odyssey Double Kayak
Plenty of room for two parents and a child in between, and features internal storage
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Hobie Mirage Tandem Kayak
All the features of the single Mirage, but with twice the power.
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Windsurfing
The windsurfing gear in the Club fleet includes Aerotech Dacron sails great for kids, beginners and intermediate sailors. Beginners and Intermediates will enjoy the Hi Fly Primo Wide Style boards, recognized as the standard in the teaching industry. We also have a variety of Mistral boards for intermediate sailors.
High performance gear includes a selection of Monofilm Carnless sails featuring North booms and Fiberspar masts, sails ranging from 5.0m to 7.5m, Mistral boards – Mailbu 335s, Explosions, Energizers, Flow 266s, Superlights IIs, and the popular Bic Techno one design board.
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Hobie ATR Stand Up Paddleboards
12’ and 11.2’ with carbon paddles. Test your skills solo, or share the ride with a partner; either can be used as tandem paddleboards. And if you fall off, it's the BVI: The water is at least 75 degrees!
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