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3.2 Loading
The RS Tera is designed primarily as a single-handed sailing dinghy for young or light
sailors. It may also be sailed or rowed by up to two persons, provided that the total weight
of persons and any equipment on board (e.g. an anchor, water bottles, etc.) does not
exceed 80kg (typically two children).
The maximum recommended load of 100kg is shown on the Builder’s Plate. Note that the
number of persons is shown as 1 on the Builder’s Plate, to avoid the possible confusion
that the boat could carry two adults.
When climbing aboard for launching, always step into the middle of the cockpit floor and
then sit down carefully. Never step on the side deck or the boat will tip. If you are
rowing the boat, sit on the seat area around the daggerboard and face the transom. If two
persons are onboard when rowing, the second person should sit at the back of the cockpit,
or on the aft deck, with their feet in the cockpit.
When sailing, you can either sit in the cockpit or on the windward side deck to balance the
boat if there is sufficient wind. The cockpit floor and side decks have a rough surface to
reduce the possibility of slipping. Other areas of the deck have a smooth surface and you
should not sit or stand on them when the boat is moving.
Do not use with more than two persons on board.
Ensure that the combined weight of all persons on board, plus any added items,
does not exceed 80 kg.
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