Riptide 35 MKII
April 26, 2014
High-Performance, Water-Ballasted
Designed with a powerful hull shape for blistering speeds on the race course, and with an efficient water-ballast system so it can be sailed with a small crew consisting of only those needed to control the boat.
Ultra-Light Carbon
Lightweight structure achieved using the latest composite technologies including carbon fiber, toughened epoxy resins, and modern foam and honeycomb cores. Advanced construction techniques are used to increase accuracy and efficiency including high-precision CNC machining.
Comfortable Interior
Smart interior arrangement for family cruising with standing headroom, functional galley, and enclosed head.
Advanced Options
Achieve unparalleled performance using leading-edge designs and technologies including a tubercle rudder, lithium battery system, and retractible drive unit.
Unmatched Talent
The latest Riptide 35 MKII came about through the collaboration of Paul Bieker celebrated for his fast designs including leadership on Oracle Team USA, and renowned boat-builder Jim Betts who has a long track-record building some of the most advanced boats on the water including for the America’s Cup, Trans Pac, Around Alone, and round-the-world cruising.
Race Results:
Southern Straits Race 2013 (Long Course)
1st in Div. 2 & Overall
Swiftsure Cape Flattery 2013 (Unlimited Race)
1st in Div. 2
Fraser River Lightship 2013
1st in Div. 1
Round the County Race 2013
2nd in Div. & Overall
VARC Distance Series 2013
1st in Div. 1