The Very First "X -Yachts" X-99 yacht was launched in 1985. The brainchild of designer Niels Jeppesen and an instant hit with the sailors of the world. Within a week of the initial launch 100 orders had been placed. Today the main concentrations of the over 500 X-99 launched will be found in Germany, Denmark, Switzerland, Holland Hong Kong and Japan. Whilst the X-99 yacht … [Read more...]
Around Osaka Bay Yacht Race. 大阪湾1周レース
ROXY our X-99 Yacht and crew think it is that time again and we thank the Kansai Yacht Club for preparing the "Around Osaka Bay' yacht race once again. The race start line is set for 19:00 June 5th. The Time Limit (Deadline) is 16:00 June 6th. At time of written this memo there are 15 boats entered in the race and I am sure late entries will be accepted. The annual … [Read more...]
Sailing Japan Winter Wear
I like to sail japan all year round. Recently several people asked me what we wear out there on such cold days. I remember when I first started out I had all the wrong warm gear which was heavy and a waste of money. I also know that some great gear is available from such firms as Musto with their 3 layer combinations but the cost is quite high. So for those of you who have an … [Read more...]
Sailing Japan with Kansai Yacht Club Sept. 2009 Cruising Yacht Race.
For those sailing in Japan and wanting to participate in a fun yacht race I am happy to inform of this September's Kansai Yacht Club Cruising Race. The race will be held over 2 days 5th and 6th of September 2009 with a sleep over on Awajishima (Awaji Island) along the way. IRC, ORC and WhiteSail (local club PHF) will all be represented and scored. Hope to see you at the start … [Read more...]