V12 john bergmann, updated content and format, added detail on the rs ventures, march, 2016 v made corrections, added content on quests, added more figures, and added a table of figures. Explore 6 listings for rs sailing boats for sale at best prices. Rs 200 find out more about the rs 200 or search the boat finder and dinghy database to find a suitable dinghy for your needs. The rs 400 is a 1410 double handed dinghy designed by phil morisson. Theres also a range of larger training dinghies from builders such as rs, topper, laser and hartley boats.
Rs parts rs aero rs feva rs tera rs zest rs quba rs neo rs quest rs vision rs venture rs vareo rs100. Having said that 10knts of wind and flat water and the ride was awesome, so had i been sailing. Perfect for moderate weight teams, its a winner with mixed crews, young sailors and family teams at clubs, championships and on the rs racing circuit. Very little in last 3 years on water 3 times last year hence reason for selling. The rs sailing store is alive and kicking online but the store onsite at hq is closed for obvious reasons. Were proud that rs sailing designs have built some of the most vibrant class communities, been chosen by leading organisations globally and that from our humble beginnings weve become the worlds largest smallsailboat manufacturer. On the other hand, many top level sailors and olympians dip their toes. Our dinghy sailboat inventory is second to none, with at least 100 boats in stock in our. The choice of a dinghy and the outboard motor to propel it are crucial. Scary windy racing in rs200 sailing dinghy youtube. Rigging we rig most boats by hand, and stand behind our work. Safety first while sailing dinghies is less dangerous than other outdoor sports, there are certain risks you should guard against. Strict onedesign rules keep the competition tight and the budget in control.
Manuals, rigging guides and brochures its all here. Whilst your rs boat has been carefully prepared, it is important that new owners should check that shackles, knots, mast step bolts etc. We are a highly active class association, run by sailors for sailors with fantastic professional support to make our lives easier. Rs200 msds the uks northern rs dealer for boats and spares. I have sailed against a few this year in my contender but always in light breeze of under 8 knots. The rs200 is one of the most successful double handed racing dinghies of the modern era, responding to finesse rather than physique to allow couples and young teams to share the action. If i was ever in the market for a modern design hiking boat the rs ticks a lot of the boxes for getting it right.
Allows either sailor to perform important functions such as spinnaker hoists and drops plus cunningham and kicker control. Designed in 1995 by phil morrison and manufactured by rs sailing. Adrenaline packed racing and a fullon social scene. The details are on a excellent website and the rs class association is run by a fulltimer. I found sailing it on the east coast with the short chop difficult in any sort of breeze, something which never proved a problem with my previous rs600s. Nothing beats time on the water and talking to other people about boat set up. Nominations please for best 12 sailing dinghy design. Rs 200 rs 200 for sale buy rs 200 west coast sailing. Used for one weekend of sailing rs 21 nationals rigged and ready to go. Please read the manual before rigging and sailing your laser 2000. Gbp5850 rs200 sail number 1476 this is a lovely example of a ready to race boat.
Immensely strong hull laminate ensures a long competitive life and trouble free sailing. We purchased a dinghy from west marine that you could roll up into a bag. The boat is clearly the rs200 we all know and love, but it has gained a smart, fresh new look with significant underlying technical improvements. See the latest sailing dinghy boats from the racing sailboats shipyard. The rs200 is a modern twohanded dinghy, perfect for everyone from serious sailors to families. The rs 200 is not demanding which is not to say that she isnt up to providing a wild ride in big conditions. The rs zest allows us to go sailing comfortably with the kids threeup on those days when we get tight on kit. If youre looking for the latest designs and materials, look no further than rs sailing. Gbp6500 excellent condition overall, will pass through our workshop for a thorough checkover including a leak test and come supplied with 12 months warranty. Rs 200 dinghy information regarding the rs 200 class. In these conditions they are faster down wind because of the kite but we can manage to be competitive upwind. The first newlook rs200 was a popular attraction on the rs stand at the recent rya suzuki dinghy show. Royal torbay yacht club, 20th21st june 2020 please note that numbers will be limited due to capacity in the boat park and the corinthian room.
Fittings layout designed for all combinations of strength and experience in the helm and crew. Orders are still being dispatched on mondays and thursdays, please expect a week for delivery. Doublehanded sailing dinghy regatta asymmetric spinnaker. Rs 400, 2000, rs vareo, rs 100, rs 700, rs aero, rs tera, rs quba, rs feva, rs vision, rs 500, rs 800, rs venture, rs venture bc, rs elite, rs cat16, rs venture keel, rs. With 650 built according to rs, and no less than 81 boats ranked in the 2000 circuit, its got a very good following. Congratulations on the purchase of your new rs 500 and thank you for choosing an rs product.
Designed by phil morrison, the rs200 was launched in 1996 following. Rs 200 small but almost perfectly formed the daily sail. It has a lightweight polyester grp with coremat hull construction performance and design. The rs200 utilises a single line asymmetric spinnaker system and low sheet loads on the sail controls. This boat comes with original sails as well as nearly new racing sails, kite, cover and a dolly. Current stock of used boats mike saul dinghy services. The rs200 is one of the most popular two person sailboats of today. Rainandsun manufacture covers for all sailing dinghies. This manual has been compiled to help you operate your rs 500 with safety and. The smart rs200 dvd produced by coach mark rushall is your fast track to learning all aspects of sailing the rs200 dinghy.
We operate in shallow tidal waters, a daggerboard makes it very difficult to run sessions during large parts of the day. The rs sailing association australia is the australian community and governing body for all rs classes sailing and racing in australia. Selection of parts for the rs200 sailing dinghy, from covers to fittings. World sailing news is the weekly online newsletter of the world sailing. Most of the boats are sold within the uk, and are a favourite for university team racing, and for training within sailing clubs. Customer comment the covers from you are a little extra in cost but on looking at them, one can clearly see where the extra money goes. The 200 is the perfect sailing dinghy for small to medium weight crews. Rs summer regatta, rs500 nationals, rs400 southern champs, rtyc, postponed the rs class association and royal torbay yacht club have bowed to the inevitable and realised that we will not be able to run this event in june 2020. Dinghy sailing is the activity of sailing small boats by using five essential controls. It offers just the right combination of easy handling, and exciting sailing that makes the boat suitable and enjoyable for sailors of any ability and age, including youth. With average turnouts of around fifty boats, this is a circuit and a half. Twelve of the best training boats sailing schools, clubs and training centres use a variety of boats with beginners, including singlehanders such as the pico, hartley 10 and the rs quba, the latter having three rigs catering from entry level to more experienced sailors. Sailing an rs200 dinghy, action caught on a gopro 960 mounted on a boom extension. A horrifically windy charity pursuit race in aid of the.
In order to get the most enjoyment from your boat and maintain it in top condition, please read this manual carefully. Were proud to be long islands first and only rs sailing dealer. Always wear a lifejacket when out on a boat, and practice loating in it if. Always read the dinghy plans carefully and make sure that there is enough information provided for you to be able to complete the project before you invest in materials.
She was built by rs sailing united kingdom and made of sandwich pvc fiberglass with. All details on this page have been entered by the sailors themselves, any comments, are not related in any way to the rs class. We are confident that you will have many hours of great sailing and racing in this truly excellent design. Most of them have been written ian pickard, so are fairly similar. Rs class association events postponed it is with regret that the rs class association, in conjunction with the host clubs, announces that all rs class association events scheduled to take place up to and including the easter bank holiday weekend, th april, are postponed. Royal cork webinar discusses the duel at 2018 rs400 southerns 21st april 2020 rs sailing. Its also the boat for the endeavour trophy, the uks dinghy champion of champions event. For those that are competent woodworkers, the successful completion of the construction of a dinghy can be a great ego trip. New look rs200 yachts and yachting online sailing news. Rs200 is a fantastic fast two handed boat with spinnaker jib and main. The rs 200 dinghy cover by creation covers is designed to fit the boat more smartly and snugly than any other. Having the versatility to use a dinghy for adult tuition one day and kids tasters the next. It features the latest news and events from the sailing world together with features and info in an easytouse format.
Systems and layout the interior layout is simple, and it puts the few necessary controls close at hand without any undue complexity or clutter, with the fittings coming mainly from holt allen. Whilst your rs boat has been carefully prepared, it is important that new. View and download rs sailing rs 200 owners manual online. The rs700 is a singlehanded racing dinghy built by rs racing and designed in 2000 by nick peters and alex southon as part of the rs series and built in 2001. The rs 500 is an exciting boat to sail and offers fantastic performance. Rs sailing offers a full range of sailboats perfect for any skill level and budget. Safety afloat this instruction manual is not a guide to sailing your craft and it should not be considered suitable for the task of learning to sail a boat. Design innovations include a combination of a full transom cover, deeper skirts, tailored fit around the transom and darts sewn across the back and at the bow. Featuring national champion james peters, the rs200 dvd covers boat set up, boat handling, trim, heavy and light airs technique with input from other experts in the fleet too.
The rs class association proudly presents the rs summer regatta and summer ball 2020 royal torbay yacht club, 20th21st june 2020 please note that numbers will be limited due to capacity in the boat park and the corinthian room. The rs 200 rewards finesse rather than physique to allow couples or young teams to. Only 2 owners always sailed at bristol cyc and has been looked after with impecable care by them. That said, the rs 600 should not prove beyond the grasp of any competent dinghy sailor, nor indeed any reasonably skilled windsurfer. It is a light weight racing dinghy and should be treated with care.
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