Wednesday, June 2, 2010

J-Days On Lake Neuchatel, Switzerland

J/80 one-design sailboat- sailing in Europe

(Lake Neuchatel, Switzerland)- From 25 to 26 June, Peter Bangerter and several local sailmakers are offering Swiss mountain lake sailors the opportunity to visit and compare six different types of J's in-the-water that are appropriate for sailing on Swiss lakes.  The following J's will be available for viewing:

- J/80- Europe's fastest growing International keelboat class
- J/92s- a sporty Daysailor/ Weekender for the family
- J/95- a fast, fun Daysailor/ Weekender with only 90 cm (3.5') of draft
- J/97- a Performance Cruiser with real comfort
- J/100- the Gentlemen Racer optimized for single-handed sailing
- J/109- Top class Performance Cruiser

Please visit Peter and the team on their gorgeous mountain lake, enjoy extraordinary Swiss hospitality, then go for an invigorating hike in the mountains afterwards and plan your next sailing trip on a Swiss lake over a glass of good Swiss wine, cheese and fresh made local bread.  Location/ Date/ times are Friday, 25th June (1600 – 2000) and Saturday, 26th June (1000 - 1800) at Port of Estavayer-le-Lac (between club house and  crane), Lake Neuchatel, Switzerland.  Contact Peter at ph# +41-78-843-0970 or email- peter.bangerter@bluewin.ch