Jerome & Nik would like to welcome you to the DECEMBER issue of the OPEN SAILING newsletter, bringing you the latest and greatest news from the world of the Open 5.00, the Open 5.70, the Open 6.50, the Prowler Flying Moth and more...
Big SistersThe Vendee Globe is probably the worlds most famous round the world race. The challenge is to sail around the world single-handed without any stopovers. There are very few boats and even fewer sailors that are capable of completing this race. In the 2009 Vendee Globe there are no less than 4 boats designed by Finot-Conq - the same architects that designed the Open 5.70. Read more... |
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Ask The ExpertOur very own Jerome Sammarcelli was featured in this months Mariner Magazine in the "Ask The Expert" column. The article talks about the advantages of using the latest GPS driven instruments to fine tune your sailing skills inorder to sail around the course faster. Pick up the latest issue or read it online to see what he had to say (the article is on page 23). |
The Open 5.70: An ideal club boat?After the successful sportboat demo day at Stonington Harbor Yacht Club back in October we find ourselves asking - is the Open 5.70 the ideal club boat? We found that the Open 5.70s good performance and excellent versatility when combined with factors such as cost and quality make it really stand out. Read more... |
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Production UpdateProduction has started. With 3 boats (a red hull, a white hull and an orange hull) already in the pipeline and more expected any day now. We're looking forward to seeing the new boats on the water soon. |
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* 2009 Pacific Coast Racing Calendar * Winterizing * ISAF certification |
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