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We have noticed a steady rise in the number of incidences of theft from dinghies in Sailing Club compounds. The situation is worse for all One Design classes and the Laser in particular.

The thieves are targeting foils, sails, spars and even fittings attached to the hull.

We would suggest that all dinghy owners

• Leave the minimum amount of equipment with their boat
• Before buying second-hand equipment, carefully check the source; especially when buying via the internet or at boat jumble events
• mark all equipment with your boat's sail number

You may also be interested to read our article regarding Preventing Theft.

Read more related articles:

• Making a Claim
• Insuring Your Laser
• Check your Laser Mast Post
• Stop your Laser rudder falling off

If you have any further questions or comments regarding this article, please let me know. I can be contacted by email or by telephone on 01636 707606.

Jonathan Langford
Noble Marine (Insurance Brokers) Ltd
Clinton House, Lombard Street, Newark, Nottinghamshire. NG24 1XB
Tel : 01636 707606
Fax : 01636 707632

See our Laser insurance page to obtain quotes and buy cover on-line.

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