International one design class
Easy to Sail - A Challenge to Race
PURPOSE
For the promotion and support of the RC Laser throughout New Zealand.
Bringing people together with a view to building RC Laser fleets and regular Regattas Nationally.
- AFFORDABLE
- STRICT ONE DESIGN
- HIGH QUALITY PARTS
- BAG TO SAILING IN UNDER 7 MINUTES
- PORTABLE / EASILY TRANSPORTABLE
- COMPETITIVE RACING
- NO EXCUSE TO LOSE
- INTERNATIONAL CLASS RULES
- MINIMAL MAINTENANCE
- NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL REGATTAS
- GREAT COMARADERIE AND SERIOUS FUN
BENEFITS
What's in the Bag:
We reccommend that you get a "The Works" kit from the Radiosail.com.au Store. This includes:
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Boat, rudder and keel
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4 Rigs - A,B, C and D (This includes 4 Sails, 2 masts and a long and short boom)
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Boat Stand
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Radio Transmitter and Receiver
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Carry Bag
This should be all you would need to get sailing at any regatta.
Other Options:
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Leave out the Radio Gear and source your own
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Any combination
For more information on whats available go to;
www.radiosail.com.au/store
Feel free to contact us to disuss the right options for you.
Boats for NZ are bought through Australia and a "The Works" Kit delivered with all taxes paid should cost about $1,450 NZD.
This is very competitive when you consider the only other One Design RC yacht option is the Electron coming in at over $7,000 NZD
We are happy to arrange delivery of your boat and manage the payment to Australia on your behalf.
Just contact us to arrange this.
Latest News :
If you have news and /or pics to share we would love to hear from you. Please send to graham@crewmate.co.nz or Post to our Facebook Page "RC Laser Sailing NZ"
Laser Tips and Tricks: Here's a very handy few pages for sailing and maintaining your RC Laser.
19 November 2017 - Championship of Nations 2017 - Result:
What an outstanding event the CON 2017 turned out to be. The location was fantastic and with 54 boats racing it was no mean feat to run a smooth contest. Thanks to all the volunteers that made the event such a success.
The NZL contingent, made up of Graham Watson (NZL02) and Mark Shakeshaft "Shakey" (NZL25), had a great comp with some pleasing results. NZL02 picked up the Master Trophy for first in 50-59 with a 6th place overall and NZL25 ended up 29th, some good performances but consistency is the key. Mark has only been sailing RC Lasers for 3 months and his baptism into fleet racing was one of fire. Having only ever raced in a fleet of four before, a steep learning curve indeed to race in a full fleet. Graham credits his high placing to having gone to Sydney prior to the event to race in some larger fleets.
Congratulations to Scott Fleming (AUS38) who won the contest convincingly)
Full blow by blow account Here.
Videos of racing Here. NZL02 in "A" Fleet. NZL25 in everywhere but some time in "B" Fleet.
15 November 2017 - Kiwis Invited to Aussie Nationals 2018:
An invitation was extended to the Kiwis at the CON 2017 to attend the Australian National Champs at Mawson Lakes in Adelaide. Contest runs from Sept 28 to 1 October 2018 and all the hot talent in Aus will be there.
See details on FB Here. Or on the Mawson Lakes website Here.
16 January 2018 - Fleet growth in the North
The North has enjoyed some spectacular growth in the lead up to Christmas. We had 9 boats sailing at a new venue, Lake View in Mangawhai. We now have 7 boats in Waipu / Mangawhai area and 5 boats in Auckland with more in the pipeline for both areas.
Here is a video from Saturdays racing.
Easter Racing a Great Success:
What a fantastic days racing with perfect weather and 11 boats on the water. Full gallery here.
Regular Racing - See our FACEBOOK page for regular racing Events "RC Laser Sailing NZ"
OR Contact either;
Linton Little, golfview@outlook.co.nz 021 259 6370
or
Graham Watson, graham@crewmate.co.nz, 021-366010
We usually have spare boats available on race days so call us if you want to join in.
North Island Champs:
Venue: Mangawhai, Northland
Dates: Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th September 2018
Times: Saturday 11.00am till 4.00pm, Sunday 10.00am till 3.00pm
See Regatta News for full details.
Near New RC Laser for Sale:
Only used a handful of times. Comes with all 4 rigs and radio gear. Asking $899NZD. Located in the North Island. Cost the owner $1100 new so this is good value. Contact Graham 021366010.
28 Sept - 1 October Mawson Lakes Adelaide
