Project
The Maxi Racing Challenge heralds the revival of the Maxi 999 participation in Gotland Runt, resurfacing after an absence of more than 25 years. S/Y Trollungen and S/Y Storm were the last Maxi 999s to compete in this legendary offshore race in 1999.
Come 2025, S/Y Relax is now set to win in the Double Handed class at Gotland Runt.
Crew
S/Y Relax is manned by a two-person crew, both of them experienced sailors and boating instructors for those pursuing the International Certificate for Operators of Pleasure Craft. Both have completed the Personal Safety Course in Mariehamn, Finland, which complies with the Offshore Special Regulations (OSR) and is audited by World Sailing.
Captain of the boat is Sergej von Bagh, a Finnish architect and CEO at BST-Architects.
First mate is Jussi Ojala, a Finnish M.Sc. in Knowledge Management, project manager at Remion Ltd.
Ground crew & communications is managed by Jutta Vetter, CEO at Vetter Communications Ltd, an avid sailor and boating instructor as well.
boat
The Maxi 999, designed by the legendary Swedish sailor and yacht designer Pelle Petterson, was manufactured by Maxi Yachts from 1985 to 1991. In all, 600 units were built – S/Y Relax taking pride in carrying hull number 327.
The Maxi 999 is a 32.48-foot fractional sloop, a moderately weighted sailboat known for its performance. It is a stable and stiff yacht, suitable for both racing and cruising.
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Minimizing environmental impact
Over the years, we have witnessed how the delicate balance of the Baltic Sea has been disrupted. We have realized that everything we do affects the environment that we love. We strive to minimize our environmental footprint while renovating our boat and sailing gear. We replace only the essential parts and recycle those that cannot be reused.
Emphasizing environmental awareness
As sailors, we commit to leaving nothing behind in nature. We sort all our waste and recycle whenever possible. Septic waste is always emptied at sewage pumping stations. By example, we also encourage others to rethink their operating habits.
Supporting responsible tourism
Since the beginning, environmental concerns have been important to our crew. Caring for the environment is an integral part of our ideology. We choose to support local, eco-friendly entrepreneurs in the archipelago by using their services.
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