18s head for Hayling

RMW Challenge Plate to be contested this weekend

The UK 18ft skiff fleet will be descending on Hayling Island this bank holiday weekend to compete for the RMW Challenge Plate for their National Championships. Following the solid turn out at the recent Rutlnd SC Open, the full fleet is expected with the exception of Rob Greenhalgh's Holt, (Rob's currently half way across the Atlantic on the Puma VOR70) and Dave Chisholm's Carbonology (which is currently undergoing a full rebuild.

The 2009 National Championships is being supported by Carbonology who will be providing some very generous prizes and the fleet will also be provided with head cams and on board video equipment by Predator Headcams.

Carbonology, who in addition to their composite materials supply business are fast developing a reputation in specialist carbon work for hi performance skiffs, are currently undertaking a full rebuild of an early M18 skiff, with the aim of bringing the boat up to full international competitive spec without having to spend a fortune. Dave's fascinating detailed blog of his project, complete with step by step photographs of the work can be seen here. Its a must read for anyone interested in hi performance boat building or is thinking of doing up an older skiff.