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Jester Challenge start on may the 10th in Plymouth sound

  • 27 Apr 2026 22:37
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    Bonsoir

    The version 2 of the Mingming wingsail is not to much different of the version 1.

    There are two main differences the sheeting system and the wishbown structure.

    The whisbons are now going as far as the lutch. 

    As aconsequence, the sheeting system is much simplified to come back to a traditional sheeting system.

    ERIC
  • 25 Apr 2026 21:02
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    Bonsoir

    A 100 miles accross the channel for a maiden sail of a wingsail prototype is already a demanding challenge. The met seems to be favorable with a light to moderate NE wind. So , I consider that my wife is rather permissive !!

    I should start on the 6th as there is a northely scheduled on the 5th.

    Nice to hear that you went back on Ingeborg, a great step forward showing that you are recovering nicely. 

    I'm getting older but the only thing I ask to my doctors is that I want to be abble to keep sailing. Up to now, they seem to understand.

    Eric
  • 25 Apr 2026 19:31
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    Yes Eric,
    it's not fun to get old.
    Today I entered my Ingeborg for the first time since July, last year. Nice and dry inside, thanks to a friend who has looked after her.

    I am looking forward to read your reports about Mingming with the new rig.


    Cheers
    Arne
  • 25 Apr 2026 09:25
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    Anonymous wrote:

    ...my wife posted a veto ! and she is probably right.

    Well, wives are usually right. Unfortunately...
  • 24 Apr 2026 22:21
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    Bonsoir 

    I will only support the starters.

    My new wingsail will definettly not yet sufficently tested to croos th pound. it's already a challenge to cross the channel ! it will be almost the first try.

    I'm now an old man and my wife posted a veto ! and she is probably right.

    Eric
  • 24 Apr 2026 20:49
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    Hey Eric! Great news!

    Will you be taking part in the Jester Challenge with your new wingsail?

    Regards - Jan

    Last modified: 24 Apr 2026 20:49 | Anonymous member
  • 24 Apr 2026 11:01
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    Bonjour

    On may the 9th a Jester Challenge (JC) to Newport 5RI) will start from the Plymouth breakwater at 13H BT (I think). 

    It will be the 20 years anniversarry of the origninal Jester Challenge in 2006.

    Weather dependant, I'll be there with Mingming and Trevor Leak will also join with Jester. 

    Any Junky would be welcome to support the JC starters. The JCs will be at the Mayflower marina a few days ahead.

    Eric
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