57 boats and counting!
by Sally Campbell 20 Feb 2022 15:55 GMT
21-25 August 2022
Big fleet RS200 action © LPB Aerial Imagery
This year's Noble Marine Rooster RS200 Nationals is already looking to be a well contested event even after only having entry open for 2 days, with a massive 57 boats already signed up!
Last year's Nationals sold out within hours of opening, with a final entry of 119 boats despite Covid restrictions. Hosts Hayling Island Sailing Club have not set a limit this year, and with the biggest home fleet of any club, bets are on that the 2022 championship will be one of the biggest yet.
The entry list once again looks like a who's who of UK dinghy sailing, as Luke Patience once said, the RS200 Class is where many top sailors from a wide range of classes come for fun and to enjoy competitive big fleet racing, gate starts and the legendary social scene. However, with the fleet divided into gold, silver and bronze divisions, and the well-established buddy system providing a mentor for all less experienced sailors, the event is welcoming and friendly for all, with socials designed to help those new to the fleet feel included form the start.
The stats so far: top clubs HISC/FPSC/Waldringfield, 28% female helms, 70% female crews. 8% masters - we expect lots more, but they're not quite as quick at getting their names on the list as the MASSIVE contingent of youths!
Full details, NoR and entry pages can be found on the RS200 Class Association event webpage.