After the first two days of racing, it was not clear what (or who) could deprive AKAJOULE (Frank Vallet and Rémi Rabbe) from a landslide victory. The pair from CN Pornic simply "slammed" every race, often without really being bothered by their pursuers- Xavier and Jacques Hubert Tinel on JEROBOAM MARINE LORIENT from CN Marine Lorient.
Everyone was hoping a new challenger would arise on the final day. However, with 18-25 kt winds, the duo on AKAJOULE simply dominated the proceedings, ultimately winning the regatta with just 8 pts net in nine races- winning every race by dramatic margins. Their friends on JEROBOAM slipped down the rankings into third place. Meanwhile, J Hubert on EOS from CN Wimereux leapt into the second position, loving the windy and wavy conditions on the final day. On a tie-breaker at 37 pts each, P Gury’s TROWENT SAILING TEAM took 4th while L Gilet’s NUMERO-J placed 5th.
Bénodet remains a beautiful place, especially on a spectacular sunny weekend in late August! The nine J/80 crews who made the trip were thus offered one last summer outing in the best possible conditions. The crews were treated to ice-cold beers and a rustic buffet every night in front of the green banks of the Odet ... what a way to finish the August vacation! Sailing photo credits- Jakez For more J/80 Obelix Trophy sailing information