Space – Security – Safety

• Many boats in this sector are sailed by two but really suited to one… Cockpit space in the RS Zest changes that – a mini double hander that can be sailed solo
• Class leading crew space with a choice of secure inner and outboard seating areas – 3-stage sitting positions to build confidence and encourage progression
• Easily handled by youngsters while the space offers added comfort for adults
• Exceptionally stable hull form
• Moulded-in grab points for helm and crew make it easier to get aboard after a capsize

Practical features for instructors & families

• “Hinging” mast step system for ease and greater safety – can be done by pupils and youngsters
• Clunk-Click mast gate lock. Simple – Safe
• Lock-Up & Lock-Down rudder system with Kick-Up grounding system. Simple – Strong
• Pivoting centerboard instead of a daggerboard. User-friendly – Damage resistant
• Roller furling main – easy reefing from on board or an instructor’s RIB
• High visibility sail colour
• Built-in tow points – makes towing 6 boats convenient

Fun – Simple – Stylish

• Rewarding performance – just like every RS
• Modern styling
• Engineered-in features

Lowest maintenance – Greatest durability

• Comptec PE3 construction – state of the art three layer rotomoulding system
• Toughest outer skin – middle foam layer for stiffness – strong inner skin
• RS process leads the way & enables additional thickness in high load areas
• Reduces overall weight for better sailing – every RS offers the best performance and most rewarding handling
• Maximum use of shape to distribute loads and remove need for bolt on reinforcements
• Built in buoyancy from thick foam layer
• Strongest fittings attachment – brass inserts moulded into the hull structure
• Virtually maintenance free

Best value

• RS quality at a price that represents true value

RS Zest Accessories

• 1.2m² Dacron jib
• Rowing kit – oars & rowlocks
• Top cover
• Mast & rolled sail cover sock
• Launching trolley
• Road trailer combi base
• Wind indicator
• Mast head float

SPECIFICATION

 Standard
 Optional

	RS Zest
Designer	Jo Richards and RS Sailing
Length	3.59m (11'9")
Beam	1.47m (4'10")
Hull Weight	73kg (161lbs)
Sail area – mainsail and jib	6.9m² (71.5ft²)
Mainsail – Dacron, reefable	5.7m² (59ft²)
Jib – Dacron	1.2m² (12.5ft²)
Hull construction	Comptec PE3 durable polyethylene
Mast	2-part aluminium alloy, foam filled top
Boom	Aluminium alloy
Rudder blade	Polypropylene
Rudder stock	Moulded glass/nylon – lift & lock system
Tiller extension	Aluminium alloy
Centreboard	Polypropylene, pivoting
Padded toe strap
Rowing kit	Aluminium alloy oars
Mast head float
Wind indicator
Top cover
Mast/rolled sail sock cover
Launching trolley