Brand new compact boat that delivers more crew space and practical, enjoyable features than older generation rivals. The RS Zest replaces the RS Quba and is already a hit with training centers and families. Class leading space for two sailors, yet small enough for convenient single-handing. Instructors will love the practical design solutions engineered by our team. Rotomolded polyethylene construction makes the RS Zest almost maintenance free – this is a boat to get you onto the water and into the wonderful world of sailing – no hassle – no end to the fun.
FEATURES
Space – Security – Safety
- Many boats in this sector are sailed by two but really suited to one… Cockpit space in the RS Zest changes that – a mini double hander that can be sailed solo
- Class leading crew space with a choice of secure inner and outboard seating areas – 3-stage sitting positions to build confidence and encourage progression
- Easily handled by youngsters while the space offers added comfort for adults
- Exceptionally stable hull form
- Molded-in grab points for helm and crew make it easier to get aboard after a capsize
Practical features for instructors & families
- “Hinging” mast step system for ease and greater safety – can be done by pupils and youngsters
- Clunk-Click mast gate lock. Simple – Safe
- Lock-Up & Lock-Down rudder system with Kick-Up grounding system. Simple – Strong
- Pivoting centerboard instead of a daggerboard. User-friendly – Damage resistant
- Roller furling main – easy reefing from on board or an instructor’s RIB
- High visibility sail color
- Built-in tow points – makes towing 6 boats convenient
Fun – Simple – Stylish
- Rewarding performance – just like every RS
- Modern styling
- Engineered-in features
Lowest maintenance – Greatest durability
- Comptec PE3 construction – state of the art three layer rotomolding system
- Toughest outer skin – middle foam layer for stiffness – strong inner skin
- RS process leads the way & enables additional thickness in high load areas
- Reduces overall weight for better sailing – every RS offers the best performance and most rewarding handling
- Maximum use of shape to distribute loads and remove need for bolt on reinforcements
- Built in buoyancy from thick foam layer
- Strongest fittings attachment – brass inserts molded into the hull structure
- Virtually maintenance free
Best value
- RS quality at a price that represents true value
RS Zest Accessories
- 1.2m² Dacron jib
- Rowing kit – oars & rowlocks
- Top cover
- Mast & rolled sail cover sock
- Launching trolley
- Road trailer combi base
- Wind indicator
- Mast head float
SPECIFICATION
Standard
Optional
| RS Zest | ||
| Designer | Jo Richards and RS Sailing |  |
| Length | 3.59m (11'9") | |
| Beam | 1.47m (4'10") | |
| Hull Weight | 73kg (161lbs) | |
| Max Crew Weight | 225kg (496lbs) | |
| Mainsail | 6m² (59ft²) - Dacron Reefable | |
| Jib | 1.1m² (12.5ft²) - Dacron |  |
| Hull Construction | Comptec PE3 Durable Polyethylene | |
| Mast | 2-Part Aluminum Alloy, Foam Filled Top | |
| Boom | Aluminum Alloy | |
| Rudder Blade | Polypropylene | |
| Rudder Stock | Molded Glass/Nylon – Lift & Lock System | |
| Tiller Extension | Aluminum Alloy | |
| Centreboard | Polypropylene, Pivoting | |
| Padded Toe Strap | |
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| Rowing Kit | Aluminum Alloy Oars | |
| Mast Head Float | |
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| Wind Indicator | |
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| Top Cover | |
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| Mast/Rolled Sail Sock Cover | |
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| Launching Trolley | |