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Para, Inclusive and Open RS Venture Connect - Video interview with Dan Jaspers

by Mark Jardine 6 Jun 2024 12:00 BST
RS Venture Connect Worlds © RS Sailing

We speak to Dan Jaspers, who is responsible for International Sales and Business Development at the RS Marine Group, about the RS Venture Connect.

The upcoming World Championship, to be held at Rutland Sailing Club in the UK, between 30th September and 3rd October 2024, will include an Open category to be truly inclusive.

About the RS Venture Connect

This is the self-righting keelboat version of the RS Venture, with a lifting bulb keel for exceptional security and seaworthiness. Its large, self-draining cockpit makes the RS Venture Connect perfectly suited to unforgettable family adventures afloat. And it offers training centres a secure, multi-person boat for confidence-inspiring tuition. Designed with plug & play para sailing equipment options, the RS Venture Connect can be set up for almost any disability – and changed between sessions as required. From able-bodied to sip / puff electronic control, the RS Venture Connect does it all.

Find out more at www.rssailing.com/project/rs-venture-connect

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