Martin 242 NAs at Nanaimo in July

Jun 1, 2022

The 2022 NA’s in Nanaimo are approaching quickly on July 2-3. 25-30 M242’s are expected from California, Washington State, BC, and Alberta. The world-renowned Opti races and Regatta Party take place on Friday evening after the M242 practice race.

All competitors need to have at least the helmsperson Registered with a Fleet for the NA’s, PCC’s, and BC Championships, plus the boat itself, per Class Rule 7, so to join Fleet 1 or Fleet 2 go to “Member & Boat Registration” at www.m242fleetone.org. Registration deadline is Friday May 27 to be eligible for the early bird prize draw!

Fleet 1 has 20 boats and 48 Members Registered so and Fleet 2 has 17 boats and 20 Members Registered so far.

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