Successful J/112E debut in Sydney Offshore Series
by J/Boats 13 Apr 2019 07:32 AEST
Successful J/112E debut in Sydney Offshore Series © J/Boats
In its first full race series since arriving in Australia, the stunning new J/112E ZEST finished an impressive second overall in the Sydney Amateurs Sailing Club "Cruiser Racer series". The full sixteen race series was held on stunning Sydney Harbour.
Starting in September 2018 and finishing in mid-April 2019, the competitive fleet raced in a wide variety of wind and sea state conditions. From light drifters to 30 knots plus "blowing dogs off chains" kind of weather, the new J/112E handled everything in her stride, with an impressive score line of four firsts, a second, three 3rds, and a fourth.
"I was on a very steep learning curve," commented ZEST's proud owner Stephen. "A new crew, new sailing club, new courses and a very special new boat; we are still learning a lot about it! Progressively, through the season, we learnt what the boat was capable of doing in all conditions. We especially enjoyed sailing upwind, with her better pointing and better VMG speed capabilities than our competitors! A special thanks to my crew and our competitor's, we look forward to racing against you all again next season!"
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