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I am thinking of buying a Sunfish 14' sailboat for my first sailboat. I have never sailed before but think i can figure it out... Ha! Is this a good sailboat to begin with or should i find something else?
I was cruising at about 3000 rpm's when all of a sudden the motor slowed down (smoothly i might add) and turned off. No weird noises or anything it was like i meant for it to happen. After this happend i tried to start the motor and nothing. After getting towed home i noticed the motor is locked...
