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RS Sprint Champs 2012 - Rutland SCDon't miss the excellent Sprint Champs, part of the 2012 Gul Grand Prix for the RS200s, RS300s, RS400s and RS600s. It's a great fun event - loads of short races, back to back, on a zigzag course, in fleets of around 6 boats. Those who have been before have raved about it - maybe if you've attended in the past you'd like to add your comments on your forum or yahoo group .... Posted: 14/05/2012 18:31:02
RS900 loses out in ISAF Vote
Naturally we are hugely disappointed that the RS900 has not been selected as the women’s Olympic skiff. It was recommended for selection by ISAF’s Equipment Committee who carried out the most detailed examination of all the entrants and judged it to best fit the criteria – a spectacular boat that would suit the size of sailors specified. However, in the end the argument around the ISAF Council table focussed on the advantages of an elite skiff (RS900 or MacKay 49erFX) versus the universality offered by the 29erXX through low cost and existing distribution of the 29er hull. This focussed the voting and the MacKay won out due to its advantages of an established common platform with the men’s skiff and the fact it was liked at the trials due to its performance through being the biggest. We at RS are proud that we met the criteria and developed an ideally suited boat that is a true credit to our own team, the suppliers involved and the RS name. We will, of course, forever be convinced that the RS900 would have been the best boat for the women’s skiff, able to be sailed by Asian women as well as their western counterparts – affordable enough to build a wider class and develop women’s skiff sailing into a significant part of our sport. So we are genuinely sad tonight that this is not to be. I would especially like to thank the many international sailors whose encouragement and support for the RS900 has been incredible. We congratulate MacKay Boats on their successful selection campaign and wish the FX Class well for the future. Posted: 05/05/2012 15:05:30 New RS International Class Associations and WebsitesNew RS International Class Associations and Websites
Any RS sailor can now join their International Association – the cost is low and it gives everyone a say in the future of their Class, plus access to a vast amount of information and some fabulous events! In countries where a National Association already exists, the fee is a little higher and automatically gives membership of both the International and National Associations. Joining one fleet’s International Assocation gives you reciprocal membership to the other RS Associations.
The International Associations are responsible for major event planning, maintenance of Class Rules, Class communications (including websites) and all other aspects that allow every owner and crew member to enjoy their RS. All this work creates the one-design ethos which ensures RS boats hold their value long term. It is, therefore, crucial that all RS sailors support their International Class Association by joining.
Please join up. Posted: 02/05/2012 14:09:21 Paignton Regatta - Next RS600 GGP
Next Gul Grand Prix for the RS600s and Vareos is at Paignton SC on 12/13 May. It's a single-hander regatta hosted by Paignton SC, with sailing in Torbay.
Registration will take place on the Saturday between 9:00hrs and 12:45hrs, all competitors must attend registration. The first start times will not be before 13:25hrs on the Saturday and 10:25hrs on the Sunday, there will be 3 races each day.
Entry is £30 in advance, £35 at event, to include an evening meal at the club on Saturday evening. Lots of information and entry form at http://www.paigntonsailingclub.com/posh_regatta.php
Regards,
Heather
Next Gul Grand Prix for the RS600s and Vareos is at Paignton SC on 12/13 May. It's a single-hander regatta hosted by Paignton SC, with sailing in Torbay.
Posted: 30/04/2012 14:20:45 Nick Craig, RS400 National Champion awarded Yachtsman of the YearNick Craig, current RS400 National Champion was today Jan 10th awarded the prestigious Yachtsman of the Year award, voted on by members of the Yachting Journalists Association. The other two people nominated for the award were Dee Caffari and Ben Ainslie. As many people have observed it is great achievement for a truly amateur small boat sailor.
Nick has been a long term RS400 sailors and big fan of the class but also finds the time to sail many other classes. In 2011 he also managed to win again the OK World Championship as well as the UK OK Nationals and Inlands. He also won the Endeavour Trophy for an amazing 5th time. Many congratulations Nick from all in RS land. Posted: 10/01/2012 19:42:26 Proposed Re-organisation of RS Class Association - Outcome of VoteMany thanks to the 71 members who took the time to vote on the proposed re-organisation of the RS Class Association. 91.5% (65) of the votes were for the proposed changes, so we will be going forward accordingly. Many fleets will not see much of a change, especially initially, but the first change you will all see are new-look websites which will be going live in January. A very Happy Christmas to you all, and Great Sailing in 2012.
Posted: 22/12/2011 14:33:31 RS600 Calendar 2012The RS600 calendar for 2012 is now available at http://www.rs-association.com/index.asp?fleet=RS600&selection=events <http://www.rs-association.com/index.asp?fleet=RS600&selection=events> Details of each event will be added to the website over the next few weeks. The NoR for 2012 will also be on the website under Documents by the end of the month. Posted: 12/12/2011 15:34:38
Paul Wyeth Marine Photography CalendarsPaul Wyeth Marine Photography has launched a bespoke calendar order system which means you get to choose which of his great pics you want in a sailing calendar. So you can either order his selection or you can create your own from a selection of images. There are quite a few RS images within the image library from the RS Games. Take a look at http://www.pwpictures.com/calendars Branding can be added to any of these on orders of over 25 calendars. Posted: 22/11/2011 14:09:36 |
Your AssociationThe RS600 International Association is the world community and governing body of the RS600 class.Join HereJoining the RS600 International Association gives you automatic membership to your National Association. If you do not yet have a National Association then you pay a lower fee.Join Now National RS600 Class AssociationsSelect your flag to access your National RS600 website
Sailor TestimonialsI've sailed many classes but I keep coming back to the RS600, its just the best inland high adrenaline ride.The closest thing to blatting around on a windsurfer while being able to race on an even keel with everyone else. Chunky Champions ProfileJamie MawsonI started sailing aged 10 at Ulley sailing club, along with Olympic gold medalist Paul Goodison. I sailed Toppers, an OK and a Graduate until I bought my first Laser, which proved more competitive than my previous boats. I started to win club series, and in my final year at school I finished 3rd in the Yorkshire and Humberside schools series, with Paul Goodison winning overall. I then moved onto the senior Laser circuit, although I tended to sail with the Radial rig for major events such as the Qualifiers and Nationals. I spent a few years consistently in the top 10 on the Laser Ladder and managed to finish 8th overall in the 1999 Radial Nationals, and also won a full rig open meeting. I swapped my Laser for an RS300. After a very steep learning curve, I managed to win a handful of open meetings along with a 5th at the Nationals, before buying my first RS600 in 2002. I spent a few years sailing the RS600 on the Gul circuit, generally finishing in the top three at opens and Nationals however there always seemed to be a large margin between me and the very front of the fleet at the Nationals and despite winning the occasional race, I never managed to finish higher than 3rd. Changing tack, I sold my RS600 in 2008 and bought a foiling Moth, with the intention of sailing at the club and just enjoying myself. After around 18 months though, I became frustrated with the fragility of the boat and began to yearn for something simpler and more robust, and decided to go back to the RS600 at the end of 2009. Due to family commitments, I was only able to attend one open in 2010 at Oxford, which was cancelled due to no wind! So I entered the Nationals with no idea where I stood compared to the rest of the fleet. The Nationals started badly for me, with two seconds on the first day putting me first overall, however I was then forced to retire along with most of the fleet for missing out the final mark. A sixth in the first race of day two was not much better, however the breeze then kicked in and I won the next two races. I found that I had an edge in the breezy conditions. I had worked hard on my fitness, having secured sponsorship from Livingwell Health Clubs, the chain of health clubs linked to the Hilton hotels, and I also found that having sailed the Moth I was used to sailing low upwind for speed and then building up height, which paid dividends in the short Torbay chop. I won every race for the rest of the week. I really enjoyed the Nationals in 2010 but what I have enjoyed more is how the standard of the fleet has improved. We had some fantastic close racing at the 2011 Nationals, with several different race winners and the overall champion only being decided on the final day. If anyone wants to try some close, fast racing with a great bunch of sailors in a boat that is a complete joy to sail, I would urge them to try the RS600. My Winning Tip |
