420 on Tour at Optimist Easter Regatta
The International 420 Class Association took its annual trip to Lake Garda and Fraglia Vela Riva for the renowned Easter Optimist Regatta which attracted approximately 1000 young Optimist sailors from around 40 nations.
And in the thick of it was a 420 dinghy, kindly provided by Italian builder Nautivela. The International 420 Class has regularly attended this iconic regatta, to introduce the class to the next generation of sailors and take the time to talk to parents and coaches about getting involved in the Class. 420 Class Vice-President Joaquim Malhao who is responsible for Development was on site for 4 days and as well as introducing the class was also the provider of neck buffs which nearly every sailor, and many parents, proudly wore.
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