The Open 8.5 Multihull is now open to the public!

1. The Open 8.5 Class Multihull Action, Adventure and Awesome to Watch!

2. What options do we have to get an Extreme 40 racing model here in NZ

3. What is the Extreme 40 model? Short back to back racing in full view of the public that generates an exciting visual experience for all

4. Can we do the same here in New Zealand?

5. Welcome to The 8.5 Multihull!An open class limited only to a box rule

6. Dirty Deeds

7. Hard Drive

8. Lucifer

9. Tigre

10. Whio

11. Ocean Pacific

12. Meltdown

13. Hooters

14. Epsom Salts

15. Over 50 8.5’s in NZ. 35 in the Auckland region

16. New boats coming online even during the downturn in the market

17. Borderline: Launched 2010

18. GDT II Launch Date late 2010

19. JT’s Meltdown Tri LaunchedAug 2010

20. Strong active class that regularly races

21. Support of the NZMHYC and RNZYS

22. Westhaven is creating a multihull berthing area

23. We have the boats, crew and enthusiasmAll we need is a place to do it and some backing

24. Proposed Race AreaGood public access and viewing from Princess Wharf and the Westhaven yacht clubs

25. What we want to achieve Events specifically put on for the public to watch SailTV coverage Press coverage A strong thriving 8.5 fleet Multihull promotion in NZ Close ties with our sponsors

26. How can you help? Sponsorship – Prizes, spot prizes and good ole cash Race promotion Contacts For more information or to sponsor contact Clive clive.wright@ymail.com www.multihull.org.nz