Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Argentine J/24 Sailors Leading 29er Worlds!


Argentine J/24 and dinghy sailor Pepe Bettini at 29er Worlds Buenos Aires.

* At the 29er World Championships in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Argentine J/24 sailors and Opti coaches Pepe Bettini and Fernando Gwozdz are atop the leader board sailing their 29er in spectacular sailing conditions-- 3-6 foot waves blowing 15-25 knots on the Mar del Plata.  When asked about the conditions, Bettini commented that "we had steady winds but a big swell with waves breaking on the top. At the beginning of the downwind legs it was like surfing the Pipeline against pro surfer Kelly Slater! Our PRO Tino Mora did a really good job and we're happy with the days results. We're tied with Tavella and Greggi in points."  For more 29er Worlds info.  Sailing Photos credits- Matias Capizzano.