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Day 5 at AAM Cowes Race Week

August 15, 2016

Written by Rachael Steele

Day 5 of AAM Cowes Race Week saw an improvement on previous races with a majority of clean starts throughout the classes. A gentle 8-12 knots of wind powered the first races of the morning but after two periods of calm the Mermaid and Victory classes had to abandon racing. Find out who was victorious... ... read full story

Overview of Day 3 at AAM Cowes Race Week

August 09, 2016

Written by Rachael Steele

Changeable conditions in the Solent added greater difficulty to the 2016 regatta, which took place on Monday. Previous Cowes Week winner Adam Gosling struggled to take off at the start, collisions occurred and tidal changes acted as a boon for some of the racers as they headed to the finish line. Despite all the challenges, the... ... read full story

Southern Wind delivers fifth hull in SW102 series: Crossbow

August 02, 2016

Written by Rachael Steele

The SW102 mini series has proven a popular design, and after recent victories from Seawave at the Rolex Capri International Regatta and the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta, the hull’s reputation for excellent performance is set to grow further. Certified RINA Charter Class, Crossbow is sure to delight her new owners and any who sail aboard... ... read full story

Sailing yacht Panthalassa ready for Mediterranean charter

July 29, 2016

Written by Rachael Steele

Explore the Mediterranean this summer and charter 56m/184ft luxury sailing yacht PANTHALASSA. Built in 2010 by Peri Navi, who were also responsible for her exterior styling, she provides the perfect balance between modern functionality and the classic sailing experience. A finalist for the 2011 World Superyacht Awards for Best sailing yacht in 45m+ size range,... ... read full story

Sailing yacht Kokomo available for immediate charter

July 28, 2016

Written by Rachael Steele

Take to the seas in timeless style aboard 58.4m/192ft sailing yacht KOKOMO. Custom built in 2010 by Alloy Yachts, Dubois produced luxury yacht KOKOMO’s external styling and engineering while her interior was the work of Redman Whitely Dixon.   Winner and finalist in a number of awards categories in 2010 and 2011, sailing yacht KOKOMO... ... read full story

8 mistakes to avoid at AAM Cowes Race Week

July 27, 2016

Written by Rachael Steele

As one of the most inclusive regattas in the world, Cowes Race Week (6-13 August) can attract nearly a thousand yachts each year. When casual sailors compete with world champions, mistakes and accidents are bound to happen, and below is a list of the 8 most common mistakes to avoid. The following is a press... ... read full story

Exciting 33m Sailing Yacht MISSY Launched by Vitters

July 26, 2016

Written by Mike Smith

Vitters have sent word that their impressive 33 metre sailing superyacht ‘MISSY’ has now been successfully launched. MISSY has a wonderful swept back glass deck house giving a clean ultra modern twist to the traditional mono hull sailing yacht design. The yacht is also interesting in that it is a collaboration from different specialist yachting... ... read full story

Looking ahead to the third RORC Transatlantic Race

July 22, 2016

Written by Rachael Steele

Saturday the 26th of November marks the start of the third Royal Ocean Racing Club Transatlantic Race between some of the most experienced and competitive RORC racers. From the start gate at Marina Lanzarote, Arrecife, competitors will sail a course of 2,995 nm and past competitors have already voiced their intention to race this year.... ... read full story

Video hi-lights: The results of Race Week at Newport

July 19, 2016

Written by Rachael Steele

The final race has decided the champions for the 2016 New York Yacht Club Race Week at Newport. The biggest fleet of the event was J/109 with 19 yachts competing: watch the hi-lights from the event and read up on the results of the final day below. The following is a press release from the... ... read full story

Part II of NYYC Race Week commences

July 18, 2016

Written by Rachael Steele

A strong breeze provided powerful racing conditions for the start of Part II of NYYC Race Week. In the powerful six-boat IRC 1 fleet, SPOOKIE and VESPER vied for the finish line with under a minute to spare between them. There was drama in IRC 2 when a snapped lifeline sent three crewmen overboard, which... ... read full story

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