The 6 Metros League began its season in the Pontevedra ria with the Xacobeo Trophy. After two rounds, the Bribón, with Jane Abascal at the helm, reaffirmed its status as title defender by surpassing the Titia, which had started as leader. The podium was completed by the Acacia, after a tight duel with the Ian-Estrella del Mar. In the J80 fleet that shared the stage, the victory went to the Moura, owned by Xoán Bermúdez de Castro.
Technical evolution in the 6 Metros class: tradition and materials ⚙️
These boats, with a classic design subject to strict class rules, show constant evolution in technical details. The optimization of weight, the selection of composite materials for specific elements, and the fine adjustment of the rigging and sail plan mark the differences. The search for balance between the tradition of design and the controlled incorporation of new composites to reduce inertias is ongoing work in specialized shipyards.
When the 'second' is the first enemy 😤
The Titia must be developing a certain phobia of the Bribón. Leading the first round only to see the final victory slip away has a touch of sports déjà vu. It's like taking the almost finished cake to the oven and having someone else get the applause for the cherry on top. Surely its crew is already reviewing the manual to find the chapter titled How to be first when there's a Bribón ahead. The next event in April promises another chapter in this series.