RS 400

Thriving class

• If one boat embodies the idea of a "modern classic", it is the RS 400.
• A class with deep roots in the clubs and a strong presence on the RS Racing Circuit.
• Many elite sailors have passed through its fleet over the years: the asymmetric racing is of a high standard.
• The class atmosphere on the RS Racing Circuit is one of its great attractions.
• Designed with medium- to heavier-weight crews in mind; many of them are mixed.

Hull

• Fast, manoeuvrable and easy to sail in equal measure: a vice-free boat that is a pleasure to sail.
• The foam sandwich hull is light and stiff.
• Stiffness and strength have a direct consequence: the rig's power turns into speed with minimal losses.
• The open transom makes the cockpit virtually self-draining, and the self-bailer moulded into the hull quickly deals with any residual water.
• An ergonomically designed cockpit, laid out for comfortable hiking.
• The toe straps adjust for height and reach.
• When the wind drops, the crew sits comfortably on the centre thwart.
• Thanks to the generous beam, helm and crew contribute equal leverage when hiking; the helm can be large or small.
• The main controls are duplicated on both sides of the cockpit, so whoever has a free hand at that moment, helm or crew, can retrim the boat. The internal layout is simple and functional.

Foils

• Pivoting centreboard and kick-up rudder: the boat can race on any estuary, and launching or recovering it, from the beach or in shallow water too, is simple.
• GRP sandwich foils of advanced construction: strong, light and high-performance.

Rig

• Seldén developed a specific mast section for the RS 400; the whole rig is light too.
• Mast bend is adjusted with a screw at deck level and with the adjustable spreaders.
• Mast rake and lateral bend can be adjusted instantly with the jib halyard, which is led to the crew.
• A quality sail set that stays competitive for a long time.
• Both mainsail and jib are fully battened (full-length battens): the profile stays stable, the sail flogs less and lasts longer.
• Mast and mainsail are designed for each other, and that combination gives exceptional control over the power.
• Added to the large hull volume, the result is a very wide competitive crew weight range.
• The asymmetric spinnaker is easy to handle and, at the same time, fast, fun and a source of tactical options.
• Offwind, the RS 400 holds plenty of speed at almost any angle. The reason lies in the bowsprit: it can be swung to windward.

Optional accessories

• Harken fittings
• Breathable polycotton top cover
• Under cover
• Launching trolley
• Road trailer base
• Padded rudder blade bag
• Carbon tiller extension
• Wind indicator
• TackTick Micro compass with mast bracket