t RS Sailing Now the world’s fastest growing sailboat brand, RS has earned the reputation as the fi nest range of dinghies. Winners of multiple accoldades around the globe, every RS has set the standard within its sector for performance, handling and quality. Find out more about RS at No one could put a price on how good last“ weekend was. Graham Simmonds” From fi rst time… to fi nish line … A PASSION FOR SAILING RS Sailing All Purpose Boats Trafalgar Close, Chandlers Ford, by RS Sailing Eastleigh, Hants SO53 4BW, United Kingdom +44(0)23 8027 4500 [email protected] www. RSsailing.com Photographs by Mike Austin, Fotoboat & Paul Wyeth. Designed CE Marketing … A PASSION FOR SAILING AAPBPB BBoatsoats BBrochurerochure 111.10.indd1.10.indd 12-112-1 118/03/20118/03/2011 16:3316:33 t 3 1. The high strength attachments for all Our modern All Purpose Boats are easy A truly international racing cicuit The RS Comptec PE Welcome to fi ttings are inserted into the mould, prior to to“ sail, easy to maintain and enormous fun. hull construction producing the hull. the world of RS! That’s why they are world best sellers and system have won accolades from the media, sailing centres and, most importantly, their owners Most durable all around the globe. • State of the art 3-layer rotomoulded They also share the same attention to polyethylene construction for maximum 2. The deck mould is lowered and then detail and responsive handling of our award strength to weight ratio. clamped onto the hull section. winning high performance models. • Tough outer skin – middle foam layer Whether you are starting out in sailing, for stiffness – inner skin. selecting a boat for family enjoyment or • The strongest fi ttings attachment moving into the racing scene, choose an RS with brass inserts moulded into the with confi dence and get ready for the time hull. of your life! Lowest maintenance 3. Computer controlled and monitored On behalf of the RS team, I wish you • Virtually maintenance free. moulding process. great sailing.” • No water absorption – No fragile gel Martin Wadhams coat – No peeling paint. Managing Director, RS Sailing Best Value • More boat for your money! Better by design • All internal shapes developed to 4. Polyethylene is injected into the mould provide required material thickness in during the process to create the three layer high load areas. construction system. • Maximum use of form shape to distribute loads – removing the need for “bolt-on” reinforcements. • Maximum use of formshape to provide function and comfort. 5. The deck mould has been removed to • No large fl at surfaces that require reveal the hull shell ready for completion. excessive material thickness for stiffness. AAPBPB BBoatsoats BBrochurerochure 111.10.indd1.10.indd 2-32-3 118/03/20118/03/2011 16:3216:32 If a boat as simple, slick and downright easy“ to sail had been around when I was a child, I would have wanted to do a lot more sailing. David” Ritchie, ex RYA National Sailing Coach The RS Tera has become the fastest selling“ new sailboat in the history of South African sailing…further proof that the Tera The new fast, is without doubt the sailboat to get ‘bums fun and cool way on boats’ and will certainly play a major part into sailing in rejuvenating youth sailing in sub-Saharan Africa.” • Sparkling performance and modern Paul Pettit looks to make sailing exciting for the next generation • Rapid progression from day one – tRS Tera Specifi cation unrivalled hull, cockpit and rig Designer Paul Handley design ensure fast learning Length 2.87m 9’5” • Sport and Pro mainsail options for a Beam 1.23m 4’ longer Tera sailing life Hull weight 39kg 85lb • A real boat that kids instantly Reefi ng sail – Sport Rig 3.7m2 38ft2 identify with Full batten sail – Pro Rig 4.8m2 50ft2 • Proven – selected by National Mini sail (Option) 2.7m2 28ft2 Sailing Authorities, clubs and schools 3 layer Comptec PE3 Hull across the world Two part aluminium mast • ISAF International Class – strict one- Alloy boom with padding design so the best sailor wins Fast growing internationally RS Tera with reefable Dacron Sport sail ISAF International class RYA Junior recognised class RS Teras with Mylar Pro sails AAPBPB BBoatsoats BBrochurerochure 111.10.indd1.10.indd 4-54-5 118/03/20118/03/2011 16:3216:32 RS Q’BA (pronounced Cuba) • Big enough for mum or dad – small and light enough to be handled by the kids – fun for everyone • Learn in it and love it – great handling and sparkling performance – just like every RS • Quick to rig and a host of top features – including unique rapid-reef system • Easy to own – highly durable yet light enough to carry on a roof-rack • S and Pro mainsail size options – to suit all sizes and experience levels • Rowing option for those windless summer days • The new top choice for sailing schools and clubs Great days afl oat for all the family. Car toppable Optional rowing kit The family favourite …safe yet exciting all-rounder and“ is frankly several steps ahead of the competition…exceptional detailing tvRS Q’BA Specifi cation adds to an impressive package…a little Designer Paul Handley honey…” Length 3.53m 11’5” Mike Owen – Yachting World 2009 Beam 1.42m 4’6” Q’BA ‘Cucumber’ has had so much use Hull weight 58kg 128lb and“ abuse with all combinations of us, it Dacron reefi ng sail 5.7m2 61ft2 looks about fi ve years old already…but for Mylar battened sail 7.1m2 76ft2 all the right reasons! Fantastic. Dacron Jib (Option) 1.2m2 13ft2 Malcolm Morley, ” 3 layer Comptec PE3 Hull dad of Hamish (7), Iona (6), Anna (4) 2-part alloy mast with track & halyard and Poppy’s husband Alloy boom New favourite with sailing centres worldwide. AAPBPB BBoatsoats BBrochurerochure 111.10.indd1.10.indd 6-76-7 118/03/20118/03/2011 16:3216:32 Lots of usage, great durability, terrifi c fun,“ major adrenaline rushes, good friends, brilliant value for money – what more could a family want? Bill Tucker” The RS Feva provided my kids with a“ learning platform, taking them from beginners to club racers in one season. Now they’re hooked and looking forward to racing The world’s on the incredible RS circuit next year.” best selling Mike Essex two person Huge international following sailboat for the t last fi ve years RS Feva Specifi cation Designer Paul Handley • Novice to racer – perfect Length 3.64m 12’0” introduction to sailing and racing Beam 1.42m 4’8” • Looks and feels like a mini skiff – Hull weight 63kg 139lb totally addictive sailing Dacron Reefi ng mainsail • Perfect for young teams or adult and – Feva S 5.5m2 57ft2 child combinations Mylar 3 batten mainsail • Huge training and racing – Feva XL 6.5m2 68ft2 programmes internationally Jib 2.1m2 22ft2 • Selected by National Sailing Gennaker (Option on Feva S) 7m2 73ft2 Authorities, clubs and schools around Perfect for adults as well as youngsters the world 3 layer Comptec PE3 Hull • ISAF International Class – strict one- Two part aluminium mast design so the best sailor wins Alloy boom • Modern, exciting and action packed racing keeps the kids coming back for more ISAF International class RYA Supported class Fast and a blast! AAPBPB BBoatsoats BBrochurerochure 111.10.indd1.10.indd 8-98-9 118/03/20118/03/2011 16:3216:32 The boat was great, I used it almost every“ day, sailing, with outboard, even caught mackerel in it. I sailed to Falmouth one day on my own. I can thoroughly recommend it as a performance cruising dinghy. I am struggling to re focus on work. Nick” Gill – Gill clothing The average size family who are looking“ for indestructible fun in a lightweight dinghy which can be raced and cruised should look no further than the RS Vision. Dinghy Sailing” Magazine Big, clear cockpit tRS Vision Specifi cation Designer Phil Morrison Length 4.6m 15’0” Beam 1.75m 5’8” Hull weight 125kg 275lb Mainsail 9m2 95ft2 Family adventures Jib 3.2m2 33ft2 The world’s best selling family racer sailboat over the last few years. Outboard motor option one day, sparkling Gennaker (Option on Vision T) 12.6m2 130ft2 performer the next Tapered aluminium alloy mast Single line mainsail reefi ng system • Big enough for a family crew – small Furling jib enough to comfortably sail single- handed Turn every weekend into a holiday • Easy to handle – stable hull, rapid reefi ng system and furling jib for “all- weather” safety • Light enough to handle conveniently on shore • Sparkling performance – you’d expect no less from the multiple award winning RS stable • A host of great features including an outboard motor option for ultimate versatility afl oat • Durable and virtually maintenance free • Cruising across the bay or racing round the cans, turn every weekend into a holiday break AAPBPB BBoatsoats BBrochurerochure 111.10.indd1.10.indd 10-1110-11 118/03/20118/03/2011 16:3216:32 t RS Sailing Now the world’s fastest growing sailboat brand, RS has earned the reputation as the fi nest range of dinghies. Winners of multiple accoldades around the globe, every RS has set the standard within its sector for performance, handling and quality. Find out more about RS at No one could put a price on how good last“ weekend was. Graham Simmonds” From fi rst time… to fi nish line … A PASSION FOR SAILING RS Sailing All Purpose Boats Trafalgar Close, Chandlers Ford, by RS Sailing Eastleigh, Hants SO53 4BW, United Kingdom +44(0)23 8027 4500 [email protected] www.