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Zhik 2024 December

Wetsuit Outlet and Zhik International Moth World Championship 2023 - Day 1 Pre-Race Chat

by Mark Jardine for IMCAUK 12 Jun 2023 12:40 BST 12-18 June 2023
Simon Hiscocks (GBR 4772) on Day 2 of the Wetsuit Outlet and Zhik International Moth UK Open Championship 2023 © Mark Jardine / IMCA UK

Mark had a quick walk and talk this morning with Simon Hiscocks from SHOCK SAILING. SHOCK is a chandlery/workshop based just over the road from the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy. They provide everything you need to keep you and your boat at their best during a regatta.

With the racing currently under postponement Simon shared his local knowledge and predictions for today as well as some thoughts on the future development of the class.

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