NZ Sailcraft RS Zest

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Details

Length3.59 m
Beam1.47
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Description

Brand new compact boat that delivers more crew space and practical, enjoyable features than older generation rivals. The RS Zest is already a global hit with training centres and families. Class leading space for two sailors, yet small enough for convenient single-handing. Instructors will love the practical design solutions engineered by our team, like the high boom, centreboard, kick-up rudder and comfy thwart. Rotomoulded polyethylene construction makes the RS Zest almost maintenance free - this is a boat to get you onto the water and into the wonderful world of sailing - no hassle - no end to the fun.

Features:

  • Many boats in this sector are sailed by two but really suited to one... Cockpit space in the RS Zest changes that - a mini double hander that can be sailed solo
  • Class leading crew space with a choice of secure inner and outboard seating areas - 3-stage sitting positions to build confidence and encourage progression
  • Easily handled by youngsters while the space offers added comfort for adults
  • Exceptionally stable hull form
  • Super high boom - maximises space and saves bumped heads
  • Moulded-in grab points for helm and crew make it easier to get aboard after a capsize

Practical features for instructors & families:

  • The thwart provides a comfy position for the crew to sit in whilst building up their confidence in positioning
  • "Hinging" mast step system for ease and greater safety - can be done by pupils and youngsters
  • Clunk-Click mast gate lock. Simple - Safe
  • Lock-Up & Lock-Down rudder system with Kick-Up grounding system. Simple - Strong
  • Pivoting centerboard instead of a daggerboard. User-friendly - Damage resistant
  • Roller furling main - easy reefing from on board or an instructor's RIB
  • High visibility sail colour
  • Built-in tow points - makes towing 6 boats convenient

Fun - Simple - Stylish

  • Rewarding performance - just like every RS
  • Modern styling
  • Engineered-in features

Lowest maintenance - Greatest durability

  • Comptec PE3 construction - state of the art three layer rotomoulding system
  • Toughest outer skin - middle foam layer for stiffness - strong inner skin
  • RS process leads the way & enables additional thickness in high load areas
  • Reduces overall weight for better sailing - every RS offers the best performance and most rewarding handling
  • Maximum use of shape to distribute loads and remove need for bolt on reinforcements
  • Built in buoyancy from thick foam layer
  • Strongest fittings attachment - brass inserts moulded into the hull structure
  • Virtually maintenance free

Best value

  • RS quality at a price that represents true value

RS Zest Accessories

  • 1.1m2 Dacron jib
  • Rowing kit - oars & rowlocks
  • Top cover
  • Mast & rolled sail cover sock
  • Launching trolley
  • Road trailer combi base

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