It was yet another fun, challenging SPI Ouest France Intermarche Regatta that was held from April 17-21 on Quiberon Bay. The 300+ boats participating were not disappointed with the sunny breezy weather. The J/70s enjoyed great racing over the four days, managing to sail 12 races in all. The fleet saw a dominant performance put in by Luc Sambron sailing HEMON-CAMUS. By taking eight firsts and three thirds (tossing a third) for a total of 15 points, they were the runaway winner. Giving them a strong push in the last five races was T. Mellano’s LE HAVRE NAUTIQUE. Mellano’s crew had troubles in races 4, 5 & 6 but sailed a 2-2-1-1-2 to race back up the ladder to capture second overall for a total of 47 points. Third in class was F. Charles’s crew on SUPER U LANMEUR-CABINET ABALLEA A with 51 points. The balance of the top five was Jan Bergh’s Swedish KSSS YC sailing team on MOVEIT and Jm. Gosset’s LOCATION SPORT BOAT in fourth & fifth, respectively. For more information, visit http://www.spi-ouestfrance.com/.