NEW ZEALAND - Perfect Winds for Weta’s Second Open Day

NEW ZEALAND - Perfect Winds for Weta’s Second Open Day - March 2007
We were lucky to get a steady 15 knot North-Easterly for the Wetas to be put to the test again – this time with some waves. Castor Bay beach was bristling with activity as eleven boats were rigged and ready to go for the Weta Open Day, thanks to the owners who came from as far as Wellington. The demand was steady and helpers were kept busy all day! Keen sailors taking the helm ranged from novice 4 year olds to experienced sailors doing some Americas cup style racing. One speculator started the day with very little sailing experience. After four separate outings, each time with a different crew combination, he gained the confidence to take a Weta out for a solo voyage and enjoyed it thoroughly. One of our National champion sailors took out a down syndrome youth who had never been on a boat before. Not only was it incredibly heartwarming to see the huge grin on his face as he succeeded in helming it to Milford and back, it was also great to see the Weta is more than suitable for a wide range of physical abilities.