NEW ZEALAND - Narrowneck Beach Weta Sailing - November 2007

On Sunday 6  Weta turned up to find ideal sailing conditions of 10-12 knots from the NE.  It was a perfect day for Dave Tapper to launch his new boat.  Rigging took some time as there was much Weta gossip and new friends to meet.  Dave spent some time giving all the family a ride while the rest of the fleet sailed up to Takapuna.  There was a lot of interest in the Weta fleet and many people took advantage of a test sail.  Five new Optimist sailors also went out on a Weta for a blast showing the gennaker is easy for new sailors to use.
We were happy to have Harry Handley out sailing the Weta after his recent second placing in the Hobie Masters Worlds.  Another sailor gave the Weta a good test by attacking the reef then abandoning ship leaving the Weta to head at breakneck speed across the beach followed by pack of rescuers who were left in it's wake.  It grounded itself on it's centreboard rounding up ready for it's next customer.
If you want to see the Weta in action, head to Narrowneck on Sunday afternoons. Only 2 Weta now available in the next shipment. Finally, have a look at the report from Rick in Tampa, Florida on the Endorsements page!