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Wetstuff is aimed at those looking to "splash out" and spend some quality time on the water.


In choosing Prime Evil, our Sigma 400, you are getting the opportunity to race on a famous boat (in racing circles at least), with an enviable racing history. For any of you thinking that this means a stripped out racer with little or no comforts, think again! She is comfortable and quick!!

To get a preview of her please click on Prime Evil . For full details of Prime Evil, follow this link to our Sigma 400

We will be entering Prime Evil into various events over the coming years, offering individuals and groups the opportunity to join us, developing their sailing skills, making new friends and having fun at the same time as taking part in world famous events such as the Fastnet Race, and Round the Island Race.

Race Days and weekends 2008.
Portsmouth Parhelion Series - with upto 2 races a day, these are short and sharp, fun races. Our aims are to use these races to introduce newcomers to yacht racing and to give those who have sailed already a chance to develop their skills. We are offering Saturday racing for £150 per person or the weekend for £180 with breakfast and lunch provided. Discouts available for multiple bookings or a group. Autumn Series 27th September, 4, 11, 18, 25th October.Dates for 2009 to be released soon.

RORC Races - we are aiming to take part in several of the 2009 RORC races. Are you up for the challenge of one of the classic offshore races?

These are great ways to build up your racing CV ready to charter a boat for events in years to come.

Racing Charters For those of you lucky enough to have a crew, but no boat, why not charter Prime Evil to enter the event of your choice? Racing charters are looked after on a case by case basis - after all, it is you who decides which events you would like to enter. Drop us a line by clicking Racing Charter to let us know which events you are thinking of entering.Through our contacts we are also able to offer Beneteau 407's, Reflex 38's and others.

Round the Island Race 2009

In 2008 we raced around with 1900 other boats and came 411 overall, and 18th overall - not bad for a crew that first sailed the boat the day before. This world famous race is known for the challenges it has to offer the racing sailor. First of all you have to get to the Needles before the tide turns, then miss the wreck of the Varvassi and the Needles themselves. There are rock ledges all along the south side of the island, before you have to squeeze around St Catherine's Point. You usually get a bit of a break going up the eastern edge of the island, before having to round Bembridge Ledge and getting back into the Solent, with boats often straying onto Ryde Sands in order to cheat the tide.


Fastnet 2009

This classic offshore race requires dedication and enthusiasm - and that's just to qualify! With at least 300 miles of offshore racing required before you can take part in the Fastnet and compulsory training elements, our Fastnet 2009 package will see you sailing a total of around 1200 miles, in 4 races (including the Fastnet itself) and having two training weekends. You will get to be fully involved in our team, helping decide matters along the way that will make it "your Fastnet". Our overall aim is to do as well as possible, without breaking anything - and all wanting a beer together at the end. Cost of the package is £2750.

Why not join us for the weekend of  10th to 12th October to find out more about the boat, your skipper and other possible crew before committing to the Fastnet itself? Cost of the weekend is £180 with 50% refundable if you then book the Fastnet Package within two weeks.

Other Events

There are a whole raft of other racing events that you may be interested in. These range from the World famous Cowes Week - open to anyone- to industry specific events such as the Manches Cup - for the legal profession. A selection of events are listed below:-

The Manches Cup
2009
TBC

Lutine Lineslip Regatta

2009
TBC

PPP:PFI Challenge

2009
TBC
Cowes Week
 August 09
Little Britain Challenge Cup

11-14th Sept 08

The Silicon Cup

27-28 Sept 08

The Big V Sail

2009 TBC

Manches Cup 2008

Little Britain Challenge Cup 08

The Legal Profession regatta The Insurance Industry regatta Public Private Finance sector regatta Open to all The Building Industries regatta The IT industry regatta Open to all, racing to Cork

 

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Portsmouth Parhelion Series 2008 -Either 2 short races or one long race on a Saturday, followed by a run ashore. The emphasis is on fun, and give you the chance to develop your sail trim skills along the way. Cost £180 per weekend.

Round The Island Race 2009, 20th June - for the second time, Prime Evil has been booked well in advance for this classic event. Will you charter her for the 2009 event? Email us by clicking Round the Island Race 2009 to register your interest.

Fastnet 2009. Several of our crew for 2008 have already expressed interest in racing in the 2009 Fastnet.Fastnet Campaign £2750. Trial weekend 10th to 12th October, cost £180.. Get in touch if interested by clicking Fastnet 2009

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