6Sens Le Defi Francais 2000 Model Ship

1999 sees a new challenge structure with a dynamic, resourceful and youthful syndicate. Originally called Yaka, (French slang for 'just do it') the syndicate is the brainchild of Luc Gellusseau and Pierre Mas, of Corum Sailing Team fame. Gellusseau who now runs the technical and design team, has managed to group together the best bits of the previous French challenges along with a large quantity of new, young talent. He and Mas realised that it was important to stay out of French national politics and to that end the syndicate is a relatively small budget operation.

The sponsorship was supplied early by two technology companies, Bouygues Telecom and Transiciel. Le Defi, as it is now called, only dreamt of builidng one boat and are well organised, completely transparent and very motivated.

Bertrand PacT is at the helm of the boat, Thierry Pepponet is tactician and the well-respected Dutchman Marcel van Triest is navigator. PacT, undoubtly France's most talented helmsman today, is a top ranked match racer - world champion in 1994 and runner-up in 1998 - commands huge loyalty amongst his crew and is mature in his approach after three Cups.

The design team includes such notables as Bernard Nivelt and Daniel Andrieu along with other names from the French world of composite structures and aerodynamics.

The stated goal of the French Team was to do a good and to get to the Louis Vuitton semi-finals. They succeed with their victory against America one, and reached to an honorable 6th rank. Intricately detailed. Packaging is extemely secure to allow for a safe passage for your model ship. Excellent nautical gift for the sea lover.

Size: 61 cm L x 102 cm Hgh

This line of model ships is made by highly skilled craftsmen who work with remarkable precision using only the finest materials. These craftsmen have been trained for years to become Master Artisans. Hundreds of hours go into making each model, from the original lofting of plans to the finishing touches. Hull construction is either hand laid-up resin or plank on bulkhead with a selection of precious wood. Deck details are reproduced with custom-made brass and chromed brass castings. Hand sanded hulls are finished with marine varnishes and polyurethane paint.

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