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SEATTLE'S SIGNATURE YACHTS WINS SECOND CONSECUTIVE 'TOP SAIL RETAILER' AWARD

For the second year in a row, Beneteau America has awarded Signature Yachts with a Top U.S. Beneteau Sail Retailer Award. Tori Parrott, Signature Yachts' President, said on behalf of the Signature team, "We want to thank those we have had the pleasure of doing business with. You have put your trust and confidence in us, and we sincerely appreciate you."

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Zim Sailing Announced As Exclusive North American Distributor Of Fighter Optimist

Zim Sailing and Fighter Optimist recently announced a multiyear partnership making Zim Sailing the exclusive importer and distributor of the Fighter Optimist Dinghy in North America. Zim Sailing, a subsidiary of Starting Line Sailing, Inc. and the largest small sailboat manufacturer and distributor in North America, will add the Fighter Opti to its wide ranging product line.

Fighter Optimist — a newer Opti builder born from a strong Optimist boat building heritage — paired with the “Zim Pro” upgraded spar and rigging package, completes the “Zim Pro Optimist” offerings which now include a full line-up of Club, Race, and Pro Optimist options affording Zim customers the benefit of choosing the boat that is right for their sailing needs.

» www.zimsailing.com