[quote=Wolfman]They are essentially the same speed wise.
Slightly less total sail area (220sqft versus 201 sqft) but the 5.0 is a little lighter (364 lbs verus 320 lbs). Handicaps are as follows:
Nacra 5.0 1.128
Nacra 5.2 1.065
Hobie 16 1.152
So the 5.2 is a little faster than the 5.0 and both are faster than a Hobie 16.
The 5.2 points a little better, the 5.0 is a slightly more modern design. I think the lack of a boom is a real advantage here, the 5.2 boom is pretty big and lies pretty low on the trampoline.
One other thing to consider is the stock jib system for the 5.2 is attached to the rear beam, where the 5.0 is attache to a track on the hull. The 5.0 system makes for a less cluttered tramp.
All that being said you cannot go wrong with either boat. They are both a BLAST and you wont regret getting one.
Regards,
Dave<!-- editby --><em>edited by: Wolfman, Oct 20, 2009 - 10:56 PM</em><!-- end editby --> [/quote]
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