RS QUEST UNVEILED AT SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW

Sea Cadets RS Quest sailing dinghy was ‘launched’ at Southampton Boat Show by its manufacturer, RS Sailing. Designed by Jo Richards and RS Sailing in conjunction with Sea Cadets, the RS Quest offers a fantastic new platform for sailing schools and programmes to get people afloat. Being lightweight, low maintenance, available with asymmetric or symmetric spinnaker, amazing cockpit space and stable hull shape, it will set a new standard in both training and leisure sailing.

Sea Cadets is a national charity that helps young people find confidence and inspiration through nautical adventure and RS Sailing is privileged to be involved with them:

“Working with the Sea Cadets to develop a new boat to replace the ageing fleet has been great. I really believe the RS Quest will be an excellent addition to the Sea Cadet fleet.”  Alex Southon – MD – Technical & Operations

Cadets were involved in all aspects of the development and gave first hand feedback to help shape the design of the dinghy. This, combined with the many years of experience of Jo Richards and RS sailing, has ensured the RS Quest is light enough to manoeuvre with confidence, can hold up to four people and offers a simple yet effective spinnaker system (both symmetric and asymmetric) for versatile use in enclosed waters.

At just over 14ft long, the RS Quest can be positioned between the award-winning and internationally recognised RS Feva (predominantly sailed by youths for training and racing) and the larger family dinghy, the RS Vision.   For anyone learning to sail, their first time afloat needs to be exciting, enjoyable and safe.

The RS Quest promises to deliver an unforgettable learning experience, whilst providing the highest level of safety. Key features onboard will also allow for advanced skills to be honed.