Sail a new Fireball for free for a season!

By Tim Saunders, UKFA on 4 Feb
Sail a new Fireball for free for a season!
Sail a new Fireball for free for a season!© UKFA

Sponsored by Harken, FSE Robline, Selden, Pinnell and Bax, Contender Sailcloth, North Sails, Noble Marine and Winder Boats

Sail a new Fireball for free for a season! Really? Yes, that's the fantastic offer from UK Fireball Association for the 2012 Season!

The brand new class owned Fireball will be available to teams under Under 26 to sail for the season. This is a new hull from Fireball builder Winder Boats, and has been put together with the generous support of sponsors Harken, FSE Robline, Selden, Pinnell and Bax, North sails, Noble Marine and Contender Sailcoth.

How to Apply

If you think you are the the perfect candidate to use the boat please send one page sailing CV (One each of helm and crew). This should include a short summary of why you would be the ideal candidates. Applications will only be valid from teams as opposed to individuals please email this to

Applications are now open and will close at the completion of the dinghy show on the first weekend of March (Midnight on the 4th March 2012). Where the boat will be on show for potential applicants to view.

You can also join us for a slice of Birthday Cake and a beer on the dinghy show stand!

For full details please visit the Fireball Class website.

 

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