Viper 640 Newsletter
by Rondar Raceboats 19 Mar 2014 07:48 GMT
19 March 2014
Bacardi Miami Regatta
Twenty-five Vipers competed in Miami over the first week of March 2014, first at the Pan American Championships and then later at the EFG Bacardi Miami Regatta.
Warm winds and water, with plenty of sunshine was a treat for the Viper 640 competitors from around the globe, but the tricky winds did not help to build a full race programme. The event was dogged firstly by light and fluky winds and then a strong wind day (with 25 knots gusting 33) to blow away the cobwebs.
Sailing teams from Australia and England made it a full International event and it is hoped that more overseas sailors will participate in future years.
RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show 2014
The world famous Dinghy Show at Alexandra Palace was held over the weekend of 1st-2nd March with a full display of the Viper and a promotional video.
The stand attracted considerable attention with many experienced sailors expressing an interest in trying the boat.
If you would like a trial sail please call: 01489 311052
IRC Class Rating Applied for
The UK Class is currently completing an application for IRC One Design Status.
On completion the IRC number will be circulated.
Lake Garda Regatta
During the Miami Regatta, Paul Young (Rondar Boats) had various conversations about a possible future event at Lake Garda, Italy.
This is one of the best regatta venues in the world and Rondar are currently investigating possibilities for a Viper 640 event there.
Meantime, please can Viper owners express any interest in attending such an event, possibly in 2015.
Second Hand Boats
UK
Viper 640 (Grey/White)
- Ex demonstrator, with good sails
- Ready to race
- Combination road trailer
- Top Cover
- Fully refurbished by Rondar Boats to quality finish
- £15,000.00 for fast sale
USA
Two new Viper 640s are available in Miami area - both used for only one week!
222 (White/White)
- Winner of US Pan American Championships, sailed by Rod Beurteaux and his crew from Australia
- New hull, new keel locking system, new mast and rigging, new North sails package and new Harken Cover
221 (White/White)
- New hull, new keel locking system, new mast and rigging, new North sails package and new
- Harken Cover
Price on application to
Rondar Boats USA.
Events:
- 12th/13th and 26th/27th April: Warsash Spring Championships
- 24th – 26th May: Poole Regatta
- 21st June: Round the Island Race
- 5th -11th July: Cork Week Sportsboat Regatta
- 26th/27th July: Lymington Sportsboat Regatta
- 2nd – 9th August: Cowes Week (Sportsboat Class)
- 10th – 12th August: Falmouth Week (Sportsboat Class)
- 22nd – 27th August: Torbay Week (Sportsboat Class)
- 23rd - 26th August: Poole Regatta Week
Demonstrations:
- March – Lymington
- April – Warsash
- May – Poole
- July – Cork Week
- August – Lymington/Cowes
Sailing Clubs
If you would like a Viper demonstration at your Club contact Mike Relling, email or telephone 01489 311052 To book a demo for your club!
www.rondarboats.com/viper