Bob Smyth has been instrumental in the growing resurgence of the NZ classic, the Zephyr.

The boat was designed by Des Townsend in 1956 and enjoyed great success in the 1960's with fleets in excess of 100 at National events. The boat is a strict one design with the sails made exclusively at Doyle Sail makers, using the same design as in the 1950's. The owners association still control the building of hulls. Currently there are big fleets in Auckland and Christchurch. We are told 8 boats regularly sail in Hamilton. Martin Stacey and Bob Faulkner have ventured out in their boats however we believe there are still more Zephyrs to see the sunlight.

Zephyr Nationals
The 2010 Nationals are being held at the club from 20th to 24th January, click here for the  preliminary notice of race 

Accommodation for Zephyr Nationals Tauranga 2010

Plenty of Motels, Hotels and Motor Lodges in close proximity, varying in prices.

Check out on the nett; Accommodation Tauranga.

Also available is Holiday Homes, www.bookabach.co.nz.

Local sailors have spare rooms and lawn space available as well.

Email Bob and Lyn at   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

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