Frequently asked questions about

THE TOPAZ

How many version are there?

There are three version the Uno Plus, Race X and the Tres X.

How many people will the Topaz carry?

Two is the maximum.

Can I car-top the Topaz?

Yes you can load the the Uno Plus and Race X on top of your car because it has a has a two piece mast and the hull only weighs 60kilos.

Can the Uno main sail be reefed?

Yes it can because it has no battens so it can be reefed just like a Topper sail.

What colour are the sails?

The Uno sail is white with purple clew and head patches,the jib is purple and the race main sail is Mylar with purple trim. The Tres X main sail is clear Mylar with black trim and it has a white Dacron jib and a black gennaker sail.

Can the Topaz be upgraded easily?

Yes, it can. The UNO PLUS can be upgraded to the RACE PLUS by simply buying a fully battened Mylar RACE mainsail for approx. £250.00 (see ONLINE Shop for latest price). This will fit straight onto the same two piece mast as the Uno Plus. You can also upgrade easily from the RACE PLUS to the RACE X. Just add the gennaker kit. The Race X gennaker kit will bolt straight onto the Topaz hull. The Tres X upgrade is available as a kit to fit onto the Topaz hull and this includes mast, boom, mainsail, jib and gennaker and all the rigging equipment required.

How robust are the foils for the Topaz?

The foils on the Topaz Uno are shared with the Topper. These foils have a proven track record of soaking up the tough usage of even the most demanding sailing school and holiday company usage.

What hull colours are available?

The Topaz comes in Granite white.

What is the Hull made of?

The hull is made of TRILAM which is rota-moulded using the very highest grade METALICENE plastic.

What fittings are supplied with the boat?

Topper use the highest quality fittings using ballbearing block and high quality stainless steel.