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2012 Contents | 3
4 The brand
6 Technical garment information
8 Ocean / Offshore Sailing
14 Supporting all levels of ambitious sailing
16 Gaastra Teams
22 Legendary Azzurra
26 Coastal Sailing
35 An Olympic dream sponsored by Gaastra
36 Bol D’Or Mirabaud présenté par Corum
40 Inshore Sailing
44 Sneekweek Dutch Sailing Festival
50 Gaastra Crew Collection
56 Copa del Rey the best of the best meet in Mallorca
60 Jethou: beauty built for speed
68 Les Voiles de Saint Barth
COnTenTS
PRo ColleCtion 2012
GAASTRA PRO THe BRAnD
The 22-year-old Douwe Gaastra established Gaastra as a sail-making
company in 1897 in the Dutch town of Sneek. He set out on a mission:
to make sailing gear better, faster and more efficient. More than 100
years of sailing experience later, Gaastra Pro has become a highly
respected name in the field of technical sailing gear, using the most
advanced techniques and materials. Tested by professional crews
under extreme racing conditions, Gaastra Pro guarantees optimal
protection and comfort for all types of sailing, on all types of water,
and in all kinds of weather conditions. The best possible gear delivering
a perfect performance before, during and after the regatta or voyage.
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InFORMATIOn
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Waterproof breathable fabric that offers high performance while keeping water out and allowing perspiration to escape.- WP-20000MM H2o- MVP / M2 / 24HRs 16,000 3 layer
fabric
A thermoplastic adhesive film applied to sewn seams to prevent water and wind penetration.- 2-layer polyurethane
SeamS
the Riri storm® & Riri Aqua® zippers will keep you dry and comfortable so you can concentrate on your performance.
Riri storm® - Air, Gas & Waterproof - temperature range from -30°C to
+70°CRiri Aqua® - Water-repellant - Woven tape coating
ZipperS
this highly durable Kevlar® reinforced fabric offers comfort and protection while sailing.- 70% Pa Ht – 25% Aramide Kevlar®
5% lycra®
- 20% elasticity- Resistance, +80,000 rubs
reinforced fabric
strategically placed branding and badges made from 3M™ scotchlite™ reflecting material provide extra visibility and safety.
reflective print
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OCeAn / OFFSHORe
SAILInG
sailing long distances on open water or across the oceans. such
voyages usually last for at least a number of hours up to days
or even weeks. to withstand the most extreme conditions during
ocean / offshore sailing gX-01 guarantees maximum comfort
and protection. high endurance 3-layer toray fabric is used which
incorporates a breathable and waterproof membrane. All seams
are taped with waterproof bemis tape to prevent leaking. the
crucial areas are reinforced with ibQ Kevlar® and finished with
riri waterproof storm® zippers or water-repellent Aqua® zippers
to ensure maximum protection against wind and water. reflective
badges and branding in the right positions provide extra safety.
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oCeAn / offsHoRe sAilinG
men
BlACK / AntHRACite
200 202
• 3-LAYER TORAY FABRIC• WP-20.000 MM / MVP 16.000 / 24 HRS • FULL BEMIS SEAM TAPED• RIRI STORM® ziPPer • IBQ KEVLAR® reiNforcemeNt • REFLECTIVE 3M™ scotchlite™
PriNts AND bADges• INNER CUFFS• ADJUSTABLE CUFFS AND HEM• INNER STORM COVER• TUCK-AWAY HOOD
art.nr: 45120121 SiZeS m-XXl
cape horn, named after the city of hoorn in the Netherlands, is considered the most southerly point of south America. famous for its hazardous waters, large waves, strong currents and drifting icebergs it is notorious as a sailor’s graveyard. ‘rounding the horn’ is widely regarded as one of the major challenges in yachting. that is why many prominent ocean yacht races, such as the volvo ocean race, the velUX 5 oceans and the vendée globe, sail around the world via cape horn.
the cape horn gX-01 ocean jacket is designed to withstand the most extreme conditions. maximum protection, comfort and safety are keywords.
ocean JacKet
CAPe HoRn1
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oCeAn / offsHoRe sAilinG
tecHnical bomber
AtlAntiC• RIRI STORM® ziPPer• ADJUSTABLE CUFFS AND HEM• INNER STORM COVER
art.nr: 45120221SiZeS m-XXl
2
SmocKtop
MiAMi • INNER CUFFS• ADJUSTABLE CUFFS AND WAISTBAND• INNER STORM COVER• ADJUSTABLE NECK SEAL
art.nr: 45120321SiZeS m-XXl
3
Salopette
soutHeRn oCeAn • RIRI AQUA® 2-wAy ziPPer• ADJUSTABLE LEG AND WAISTBAND• INNER STORM COVER
art.nr: 45620121SiZeS m-XXl
4
3-layer toray fabric is used for the gX-01 ocean gear, which incorporates a breathable (16.000/24hrs) and waterproof (20.000 mm) membrane. All seams are taped with bemis tape to prevent leaking and the crucial areas are reinforced with ibQ Kevlar®. reflective 3m™ scotchlite™ prints and badges provide extra safety.
BlACK / AntHRACite
200 202
men
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Wherever serious sailing is going on, there is usually a Gaastra logo in sight. the Gaastra sponsorship program reaches from the small inland lakes of the netherlands to the vast blue waters surrounding the Caribbean island of Saint Barth. it includes partnerships in renowned regattas, like the Copa del rey, as well as sponsorship of professional sailing crews competing in the most challenging races. Gaastra also supports up-and-coming talents, like Pieter Jan Postma, a young Dutch Finn sailor, with potential for a medal at the olympics in london.
Being involved at all levels of ambitious sailing is an essential element of Gaastra’s research and development. the crews encounter situations beyond what even our designers could imagine. Knowledge of these details is what puts our excellent sailing gear way out ahead of less functional apparel. All Gaastra Pro gear is tested by professional crews in real racing conditions. After all, how can you judge the quality of waterproof zippers if you have never been ambushed by a huge roller splashing over the bow?
SuPPORTInG ALL LeVeLS
OF AMBITIOuS SAILInG
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teAMs
GAASTRA TeAMS
BliKSem: MelGes32
PhAeDo: GunBoAt
teAm AzzurrA: tP52
BeAu GeSte: MAXi
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teAMs
luCAS SChroDer: tRAnsAt 6.50
FACtor enerGiA: J80
Jethou: Mini MAXi
CuorDileone: sWAn45
Pieter-JAn PoStmA: finn
mAGiCAl myStery tour: sWAn42
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teAMs
teAm Steven – Steven le Fevre AnD Steven Krol: 470
hiGhlAnD Breeze sWAn 112
PArAlymPiCS DutCh SonAr teAm – mArCel vAn De veen, uDo heSSelS AnD miSChA roSSen: sonAR
vAlAr ruS7: RC44
teAm GAAStrA: stAR
rutGer vAn SChAArDenBurG: lAseR
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teAMs
tom otte: YnGlinG
teAm PArAmount PArK murCiA: tP52
motionS: sWAn 45
SneKerPAn: sKs sKûtsJe
AntiloPe: GRAnd soleil 46
AuDi itAliA SAilinG teAm: MelGes24
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oCeAn / offsHoRe sAilinG
ocean JacKet
CAPe HoRn• RIRI STORM® ziPPer • INNER CUFFS• ADJUSTABLE CUFFS AND HEM• INNER STORM COVER• TUCK-AWAY HOOD
art.nr: 46120121 SiZeS S-Xl
1
tecHnical bomber
AtlAntiC • RIRI STORM® ziPPer• ADJUSTABLE CUFFS AND HEM• INNER STORM COVER
art.nr: 46120221 SiZeS S-Xl
2
Salopette
soutHeRn oCeAn • RIRI AQUA® ziPPer• ADJUSTABLE LEG AND WAISTBAND• INNER STORM COVER
art.nr: 46620121 SiZeS S-Xl
3
BlACK / AntHRACite
200 202
women
3-layer toray fabric is used for the gX-01 ocean gear, which incorporates a breathable (16.000/24hrs) and waterproof (20.000 mm) membrane. All seams are taped with bemis tape to prevent leaking and the crucial areas are reinforced with ibQ Kevlar®. reflective 3m™ scotchlite™ prints and badges provide extra safety.
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LeGenDARy AzzuRRA
Azzurra is the sporting pride of yacht Club Costa Smeralda. the yachting team made the club’s burgee famous in the international regatta world and introduced the italian public to sailing with a heroic victory in the 1983 America’s Cup in newport. the passion ignited between italians and Azzurra with that impressive result was renewed four years later when the yacht Club Costa Smeralda presented its second challenge for the America’s Cup. this time Azzurra acted as Challenger of record representing the competing teams. After a few quiet years, Azzurra made a successful comeback in the 2009 / 2010 louis vuitton trophy.
officially named ‘Audi Azzurra Sailing team’, the legendary team then entered the Audi medCup, the leading professional circuit for inshore fleet racing and one of the most enthralling competitions on the world sailing scene. Azzurra competes in the transpac 52 class. Following a resounding victory in tests on the Palmavela regatta course at the beginning of the season, Azzurra went on to achieve several excellent results last year. 2012 promises to be even better. With a brand new state-of-the-art tP52 Class yacht, made by the renowned King marine shipyard in valencia, Azzurra will be one of the teams to beat.
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COASTAL SAILInG
sailing along with land in sight or from land to nearby islands. you will
be on the water for some hours up to a few days. gX-02 is designed
for perfect functionality, comfort and protection for coastal sailing.
high endurance 2-layer toray fabric or soft-shell fabric guarantees
that jackets are always waterproof and breathable. All toray jackets
have riri water-repellent Aqua® zippers and the seams are taped
with waterproof bemis tape to prevent leaking. the jackets have
a concealed chest pocket and reflective badges and branding in
the right positions for extra safety. to accompany this range there
are shorts and pants in a 2-way stretch fabric with ibQ Kevlar®
reinforcement for strength and ease of movement.
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CoAstAl sAilinG
men
WHite / BlACK / AntHRACite / BRilliAnt Blue
200 202 200225239
BRiGHton SoftSHell JacKetart.nr: 45120921
SiZeS S-3Xl
SoftSHell veSt art.nr: 45121021
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brighton is one of the largest and most famous seaside resorts on the south coast of england. the brighton marine Palace and Pier is a famous monument in the city. it started as a simple promenade, but has evolved into a complete amusement park with restaurants, rides and more. it is the must-see sight in brighton.
the jacket we named after it, is designed for perfect functionality, comfort and protection during coastal sailing. thanks to excellent softshell fabric the jacket is breathable (8.000/24hrs) and water- and windproof (10.000 mm). And for all your must-be-seen situations, reflective riri® zippers en 3m™ prints on the brighton keep you clearly visible on the water as well on shore.
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CoAstAl sAilinG
elaStic bomber JacKet
CoWes• CONCEALED CHEST POCKET • ADJUSTABLE CUFFS
art.nr: 45120521SiZeS S-3XlcolorS:
239 200 284 210
3
ibQ SHort
BisCAYne BAY• QUICKDRY STRETCH FABRIC• IBQ KEVLAR® reiNforcemeNt• REFLECTIVE 3M™ scotchlite™ PriNts• ADJUSTABLE BELT
art.nr: 45620321SiZeS m-XXlcolorS:
239 200
5
adJuStable bomber JacKet
CAsCAis • CONCEALED CHEST POCKET • ADJUSTABLE CUFFS AND HEM
art.nr: 45120621SiZeS S-3XlcolorS:
239 200 202
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men
WHite / BlACK / AntHRACite / Red / nAVY
200 202 284 210239
the 2-layer toray fabric, in the coastal bomber jackets, is breathable (8.000/24hrs) and water- and windproof (10.000 mm). to prevent leaking all seams are taped with bemis tape. riri water-repellent Aqua® zippers along with the inner storm cover take care of the rest. 3m™ scotchlite™ prints and badges keep you clearly visible on the water.
ibQ pant
BisCAYne BAY• QUICKDRY STRETCH FABRIC• IBQ KEVLAR® reiNforcemeNt • REFLECTIVE 3M™ scotchlite™ PriNts • ADJUSTABLE BELT
art.nr: 45620221SiZeS m-XXlcolorS:
239 200
6
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CoAstAl sAilinG
CARnACQUicKDry lycrA with reflective 3m scotchlite PriNts
SiZeS S-XXl
lycra SHortSleeveart.nr: 45720221
lycra longSleeveart.nr: 457201217
8
7 8
WHite / BlACK / BRilliAnt Blue
200 200225239
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CoAstAl sAlinG
Pieter-Jan Postma (aka PJ) is a 30-year-old Dutch
competitive Finn sailor aiming for a podium finish
at the 2012 London Olympics. His journey towards
Olympic glory started at the age of 12, when he
competed in the european Championships in an
Optimist. PJ decided to enter the Finn class in
2006. He resumed intensive training and made
an impressive come-back. PJ achieved regular top
10 finishes in many international races. He won
the Dutch Open Championships in Medemblik two
consecutive times. And he won the bronze medal
during the ISAF World CuP in Hyeres and the Pre-
Olympics in Weymouth. With these fabulous results,
PJ secured a place in the official squad of the Dutch
Sailing Federation and his second place during the
ISAF world championchips in Perth was the icing
on the cake. Already qualified for London 2012, PJs
Olympic dreams are still very much alive.
An OLyMPIC DReAM
SPOnSOReD By GAASTRA
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every year about 3.000 crewmembers on nearly 600 yachts in
9 different classes come together at the lake of Geneva for the
world’s largest and most important inland water regatta: The Bol
D’Or Mirabaud, présenté par Corum. The history of the event begins
in 1939 with only 26 competing boats and very simple set of rules:
start in Geneva, race to the buoy on the other side of the lake at
Le Bouveret and get back as quick as possible.
Over time, the rules of the regatta have remained just as straight-
forward but the event itself has grown to become one of the most
popular nautical festivals in the world. The Bol D’Or attracts some
of the best skippers on the planet and also rolls out the blue carpet
for amateurs. They get a unique chance to race against renowned
international professionals. The climax of the The Bol D’Or traditionally
takes place at the prestigious yacht club of lake Geneve, le Société
nautique de Genève, where winners in all classes receive their much
deserved honor.
BOL D’OR MIRABAuD
PRéSenTé PAR CORuM
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CoAstAl sAilinG
SoftSHell JacKet
BRiGHton• SOFTSHELL FABRIC• RIRI REFLECTIVE ZIPPER • ADJUSTABLE HEM
art.nr: 46120921SiZeS XS-XlcolorS:
239 200 202 225
3
elaStic bomber JacKet
CoWes• 2-LAYER TORAY FABRIC• RIRI AQUA® ziPPer • ADJUSTABLE CUFFS
art.nr: 46120521SiZeS XS-XlcolorS:
239 200 284 210
2
ibQ pant
BisCAYne BAY• QUICKDRY STRETCH FABRIC• IBQ KEVLAR® reiNforcemeNt • REFLECTIVE 3M™ scotchlite™ PriNts • ADJUSTABLE BELT
art.nr: 46620221SiZeS S-XlcolorS:
239 200
4
adJuStable bomber JacKet
CAsCAis • 2-LAYER TORAY FABRIC• RIRI AQUA® ziPPer • ADJUSTABLE CUFFS AND HEM
art.nr: 46120621SiZeS XS-XlcolorS:
239 200 202
1
WHite / BlACK / AntHRACite / Red / BRilliAnt Blue / nAVY
women
200 202 200225284 210239
breathable (8.000/24 hrs), water- and windproof (10.000 mm) coastal jackets, made of 2-layer toray or softshell fabric, equipped with 3m™ scotchlite™ prints and badges for your safety. the toray jackets have bemis taped seams. All jackets come with a concealed chest pocket and inner storm cover.
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InSHORe SAILInG
sailing in protected and inland waters. inshore sailing trips usually
last only a couple of hours and take place in daylight. gX-03
offers you optimum comfort and all the protection you need against
the circumstances you might come across. the use of strong, high
endurance 2-layer toray fabric with reinforced panels guarantees
that garments are waterproof and breathable. riri water-repellent
Aqua® zippers are used and the seams taped with waterproof
bemis tape to prevent leaking. reflective badges and branding
in the right positions provide extra safety. the jackets have a
double cover-up outer storm catcher for maximum protection in all
weather conditions.
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insHoRe sAilinG
• INNER CUFFS• ADJUSTABLE CUFFS AND HEM• TUCK-AWAY HOOD
art.nr: 45121321 SiZeS m-XXl
ocean JacKet
PoRtsMoutH1
Salopette
doVeR2• RIRI AQUA® 2-wAy ziPPer• ADJUSTABLE SHOULDER, LEG AND WAISTBAND
art.nr: 45620421 SiZeS m-XXl
men
AntHRACite / Red / nAVY
202 284 210
waterproof (10.000 mm) and breathable (8.000/ 24 hrs) gX-03 inshore sailing gear. functional qualities are guaranteed thanks to the use of 2-layer toray fabric, with reinforced panels and bemis taped seams. riri Aqua® zippers with (double) storm covers offer maximum protection in all weather conditions. reflective 3m™ scotchlite™ prints and badges provide extra safety.
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SneekWeek DuTCH SAILInG
FeSTIVALSPOnSOReD By GAASTRA
Sneekweek started as far back as 1934 with only 177
boats. Over time it has become the biggest european
sailing event on inland waters. For 6 action packed
days, the Sneekermeer is taken over by almost
2.300 passionate participants and thousands of
spectators. Based on the weather and especially
wind conditions of the day, the race committee plots
courses for 42 different racing classes. A small
island in the lake, called ‘Starteiland’ is always the
centre of festivities and offers a great view on the
action. Because Gaastra’s history started in the
city of Sneek, we have always felt strongly connected
to this great event. That is why we have been a
loyal sponsor of the organizers kWS (Royal Water
Sports Association of Sneek) and the Sneekweek
for many years.
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insHoRe sAilinG
AntHRACite / Red / nAVY
women
202 284 210
ocean JacKet
PoRtsMoutH • INNER CUFFS• ADJUSTABLE CUFFS AND HEM• TUCK-AWAY HOOD
art.nr: 46121321 SiZeS S-Xl
1 Salopette
doVeR• ADJUSTABLE SHOULDER, LEG AND WAISTBAND
art.nr: 46121321SiZeS S-Xl
2
waterproof (10.000 mm) and breathable (8.000/ 24 hrs) gX-03 inshore sailing gear. functional qualities are guaranteed thanks to the use of 2-layer toray fabric, with reinforced panels and bemis taped seams. riri Aqua® zippers with (double) storm covers offer maximum protection in all weather conditions. reflective 3m™ scotchlite™ prints and badges provide extra safety.
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GAASTRA CReWCOLLeCTIOn
Dress your crew in the best possible gear that delivers perfect
performance before, during and after the regatta or voyage. Gaastra
produces customized clothing on individual specifications and of
course we can add your logo or branding. We supply crew kits for
your team or yacht, suitable for various nautical occasions. Give your
crew a unique look that perfectly matches your yacht!
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• 100% RIBSTOP NYLON• BREATHABLE AND WINDPROOF • REFLECTIVE 3M™ scotchlite™ PriNts AND bADges• REFLECTIVE PIPING ON THE BACK • PRIMALOFT® oNe PADDiNg
art.nr: 45121121SiZeS m-XXlart.nr: 46121121 SiZeS S-Xl
cartagena is one of the most important ports in spain. it has been home to the maritime Department of the mediterranean of the spanish navy for centuries and there is a huge naval shipyard. thanks to its rich history and culture, cartagena is now established as one of the most popular destinations for cruise ships in the mediterranean.
the cartagena jacket is insulated it with superior Primaloft® one. Primaloft® one is as warm and soft as down and dries faster than down.
primaloft JacKet
CARtAGenA1
BlACK
200
men/women
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WHite / BlACK / sAnd / nAVY
243200 210239
crew SHort
noRtH BAY• 100% COTTON• CONCEALED LEG POCKET• QUICK DRY
art.nr: 45620521SiZeS m-XXlart.nr: 46620521 SiZeS S-XlcolorS:
239 243 210
2 cap
PRo CAP• 100% POLYESTER• WATER REPELLENT FINISH• VELCRO CLOSURE
art.nr: 45820121 SiZeS one SiZecolorS:
239 200
3
men/women
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the Copa del rey is one of the most important sailing
regattas of the mediterranean sea and Spain’s most
historic and celebrated yachting event. Since 30 years
the regatta has been organized at one of the most
prestigious yacht clubs in the world: the real Club
náutico in Palma de mallorca.
this regatta brings together the best racers in the
nautical world and attracts a many notable fans. none
other than hrh king Juan Carlos of Spain has been
present at every edition of the event since the beginning.
Since the race was first held in 1982 the number of
participants, 50 boats in total, has almost tripled. With
competitors from all over the world in several classes,
including the Swan 45, tP 52 and melges 32, the Copa
del rey is now a sailing competition of the highest level.
EvEry yEar thE bEst of thE bEst mEEt in mallorca
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WHite / BlACK / AntHRACite / Red / BRilliAnt Blue
men
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lA RoCHelleQUicKDry t-shirt with reflective 3m™ scotchlite™ PriNts
HYeRes sPoRtQUicKDry Polo with reflective 3m™ scotchlite™ PriNts
SiZeS m-XXlcolorS:
239 200 202 284 225
tecHnical polo SHortSleeveart.nr: 45720421
tecHnical polo longSleeveart.nr: 457203215
6
SiZeS m-XXlcolorS:
239 200
tecHnical t-SHirt SHortSleeveart.nr: 45720621
tecHnical t-SHirt longSleeveart.nr: 457205217
8
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The Jethou is a state-of-the-art IRC racing yacht built by Green
Marine in Lymington. It is named after one of the smaller Channel
Islands, situated just off the east coast of Guernsey. This Judel Vrolijk
designed 62-feet yacht features a fully optimized race rigging package
and an ultra light carbon fiber hull. It is purely built for speed. The
Jethou, owned and driven by Sir Peter Ogden, has already delivered
many impressive results in the Mediterranean inshore circuit.
The experienced crew, including Brad Butterworth, Stuart Branson
and Ian Budgen, managed to rack up a string of excellent finishes in
famous regattas such as the Palma Vela, Copa del Rey, Les Voiles de
St. Tropez, the Maxi Rolex World Championship and the Giraglia Rolex
cup. Ironically, the most impressive prize it has won so far, has got
nothing to do with speed. The Jethou was pronounced ‘best looking
IRC boat of the year!’ by Seahorse magazine. Looking at this elegant
black beauty with its high-tech looks, it is easy to imagine why.
JeTHOu: BeAuTy BuILT
FOR SPeeD
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WHite / BlACK / Red / BRilliAnt Blue / nAVY
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men/women
polo piQue
GenuA• 100% COTTON - 230G / M2• GARMENT WASHED
art.nr: 45710711 SiZeS S-3Xl
9
polo piQue
GenuA• 95% COTTON - 5% LYCRA - 200G / M2• GARMENT WASHED
art.nr: 46710711 SiZeS XS-XXl
10
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WHite / BlACK / AntHRACite / Red / BRilliAnt Blue
women
tecHnical polo SHortSleeve
HYeRes sPoRt• QUICKDRY POLYESTER FABRIC• REFLECTIVE 3M™ scotchlite™ PriNts• QUICK DRY
art.nr: 46720421 SiZeS S-XlcolorS:
239 200 202 284 225
4 5 tecHnical t-SHirt SHortSleeve
lA RoCHelle• QUICKDRY POLYESTER FABRIC• REFLECTIVE 3M™ scotchlite™ PriNts
art.nr: 46720621 SiZeS S-XlcolorS:
239 200
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It’s one of the best kept secrets in the nautical world: Les Voiles de
Saint Barth. A prestigious regatta on one of the French Leeward
islands of the Lesser Antilles. With a total area of only 21 square
kilometers and a population of less than 9,000, it is hard to imagine
that Saint Barth could host a world class event. But according to
renowned professional sailors, Les Voiles de Saint Barth
is going to be one of the main events of the Caribbean
yachting calendar in the years to come.
In April the conditions around Saint Barth are ideal for
racing. The trade wind, ranging from 17 to 32 knots, will
challenge even the most experienced crews. The ocean
around the island offers excellent possibilities to set-up
various types of courses; short coastal runs, Olympic type courses
and even an ‘around the island’ race. In 2011, the second edition of this
regatta already counted about 400 competitors on nearly 50 yachts
in 5 different classes. A staggering increase compared to the 23
boats in the first edition. Les Voiles de St. Barth has certainly etched
out a place in the growing list of “must do” Caribbean regatta’s.
LeS VOILeS De SAInT BARTH
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JeRRY KiRBY, BoWMA n R A MBleR 100, M A Xi ClAss WinneR
“it’s fantastic! it reminds me of Antigua in the ‘70s. Anybody that isn’t at this regatta is missing probably the coolest regatta in the Caribbean. it’s got that feeling - - it’s not crowded, it’s very intimate, and it’s unbelievable racing.”
JiM sWA Rtz VesPeR, R ACinG ClAss WinneR
”today’s race was fantastic. We went around the island, and it was very challenging; i think we used most of the sails in our inventory. it was a great day to be on the water. - - i’ll always come back to St. Barth; anytime i have a chance i’ll be back.”
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