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SoloInteractive Issues 5&6 Out Now

by Will Loy 4 Apr 2022 15:40 BST
Jim Hunt is in the NSCA Hall of Fame © Will Loy

The NSCA have published issue 5 and 6 of the interactive magazine dedicated to promoting the Solo across the planet.

Issue 5

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The Refurbishment of 4006

Sal Erskine Furniss is the proud owner of this vintage Lovett and together with her husband Kim, they embarked on the hard but rewarding task of bringing the woodwork back to life.

Solos at the RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show

The NSCA displayed two Solos, the first was the new demo boat 6029, a Winder Mk 2 fitted out with Superspars, North Sail and Allen hardware. Dinghy Shack provided SeaDek non slip and the Solo has CB Coverstore covers and Combination Trailer. Class insurer Noble Marine have the whole package covered too.

The second Solo was the 2021 Concours winner, a stunning Gosling owned by Brenda and Simon Hoult.

There was a third Solo on the Harken stand too, the new Rooster/Gingerboats hull with Selden/HD Sails kit.

Hall of Fame

Jim Hunt is a multiple Solo Champion, here is his story in his own, dry witted words.

Steve Cockerill Audio File

Steve has a long association with the class, here his story.

Strictly Solo Video Vault

Nigel Pybus keeping his cool when all about him chaos reigns.

Issue 6

Read it here

Latest News Noble Marine Winter Champs report.

Solo Tech Andy Davis at HD Sails talks heavy air Solo sailing.

Spotlight Hayling Island Sailing Club.

Strictly Solo Jamie Morgan dancing with the Devil.

We hope you enjoy these latest editions.

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