Promoting yacht racing and cruising in a New Zealand classic.
Seven colourful Reactors, Great Barrier Island, 2006.
L to R Jilon (now Bluebell), Wishbone, Conflict, Quita, Interlude II, Ecstasy, Aquilla II.
Rapidus at anchor in summer sun.
The Reactor Yachting Association Inc. (RYA) is a membership organisation
with an annual fee.
It is run by owners to encourage ownership and use of Reactors.
Our annual calendar is decided by members and the Committee
(elected at the AGM).
The RYA:
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gives opportunities to meet and exchange information
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produces a Newsletter
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runs social, cruising and racing events in Auckland.
Social events outline:
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AGM – early July. The year runs from 1 July to 30 June.
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Reactor Annual Dinner and Prize Giving – October / November
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Christmas Dinner (often combined with a short cruise to a marina)
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Mid-Winter Dinner.
Cruising events include:
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Picnic before Auckland Anniversary Regatta - January
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Summer beach events:
Champagne Breakfast, lunchtime BBQ on a nearby island -
Annual Cruise: owners often sail together to add enjoyment, safety and sharing information on anchorages etc as well as arranging their own cruises.
Most Reactors are in Auckland but there are also Reactors in the Bay of Islands, Cook Strait (north, mostly in Wellington and south, in Marlborough Sounds and Nelson) and Canterbury.
The RYA encourages those owners to join, share ideas, activities and arrange events locally.
Let us know if you are in Auckland so we can meet.
Generations of owners have spoken warmly of the joy of sailing on a Reactor.
If interested in buying a Reactor, the RYA does not give an opinion on any named Reactor.
You will find RYA membership brings advantages and greater awareness of the design before you commit yourself.
Reactors for sale are usually advertised on Trade Me.
We welcome your enquiry. Please complete the information below.