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The NZ Sailing Trust was originally established for the preservation of Lion NZ and has now grown with the recent acquisition of Steinlager 2. Sir Peter Blake took the lessons learned from the 1985-86 race with Lion NZ and applied all of it into the design and build of Steinlager 2. She became a world class competitor winning every Whitbread leg over the line and on handicap, a record still standing today.
It was planned that Steinlager 2 would enter the 2012 Coastal Classic but unfortunately has had to withdraw due to work being required on her rig. The NZ Sailing Trust is currently raising money for this and other projects to see her fully restored so we can all enjoy seeing her out on the water.
You can win an opportunity to spend an afternoon sailing Steinlager 2 - details will be announced on www.coastalclassic.co.nz shortly.
The winner will get to spend an afternoon on board Steinlager 2 for a sail around the Hauraki Gulf. Sailing starts at 4pm from the Auckland Viaduct, and involves a 2 ½ hour sail. This will take place in February 2013 (with the specific date to be confirmed directly with the NZ Sailing Trust).
The Coastal Classic is expecting 180 starters next Friday 19 October. Anyone keen to see the fleet depart can view from North Head or Tamaki Drive, between 9.30am and 1030am. The first start is at 10am. The race website is www.coastalclassic.co.nz.
