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Transatlantic Race 2011: PUMA’s Mar Mostro sailing yacht declared provisional winners

July 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Newport, R.I. USA (July 11, 2011) – PUMA’s Mar Mostro is not only the second boat across the Transatlantic Race 2011 finish line at The Lizard on the south coast of England (at 05:40 UTC on July 11) but also the current overall standings leader based on corrected time.  Skipper Ken Read (Newport, R.I.) and... ... read full story

Swan European Regatta 2011: Swan Yachts Sparkle on the Solent

July 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Day 1 of the Swan European Regatta dawned with very little wind and a glassy calm Solent but glorious sunshine which resulted in a postponement for the fleet.  Shortly after midday, the sea breeze started to build and by 2pm the Race Committee from the Royal Yacht Squadron were able to start the first race of... ... read full story

Transatlantic Race 2011: Sailing yacht Rambler 100 wins LINE HONORS

July 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Sailing yacht Rambler 100, skippered by George David (Hartford, Conn.) crossed the finish line of the Transatlantic Race 2011 on Sunday 10th July at 16h 08m UTC. The elapsed time for Rambler 100 was 6d 22h 08m 2s. It has established a new record for the 2,975 nautical mile course from Newport, RI to Lizard... ... read full story

Transatlantic Race 2011: Head Out Of The Boat

July 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Newport, R.I. USA (July 9, 2011) – For the last 24-hours of the Transatlantic Race 2011, light air has persisted for virtually the entire fleet — frustrating the progress of nearly every boat.  Small gains in these conditions can be turned into massive advantages as finding breeze under a patch of cloud or during a... ... read full story

Transatlantic Race 2011: Joy and Pain

July 10, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Newport, R.I. USA (July 8, 2011) – Breaking news from the North Atlantic is that just over 24 hours into the Transatlantic Race 2011, at 20:20 UTC on July 4th, ICAP Leopard had a major problem onboard when the bowsprit broke off on the 100’ Maxi yacht.  None of the crew was injured and the... ... read full story

Transatlantic Race 2011: Close, But No Cigar

July 08, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Newport, R.I. USA (July 7, 2011) – Although conditions in the North Atlantic for the 26 yachts competing in the Transatlantic Race 2011 put at least one on pace to break speed sailing records, the existing record, set in 2008, will stand for a while longer.  Via satellite link, navigator Peter Isler (San Diego, California)... ... read full story

Nautor’s Swan Hoists Flags for the 15th Swan European Regatta

July 08, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Nautor’s Swan is hoisting flags at Cowes, Isle of Wight, marks the final lead up to the 2011 Swan European Regatta, running 9 – 15 July.  2011 marks the 15th edition for one of Swan’s flagship events.  Hosted by the globally renowned Royal Yacht Squadron, the regatta has attracted a number of international entries from 8... ... read full story

Transatlantic Race 2011: Locked and Loaded

July 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Newport, R.I. USA (July 6, 2011) – In the last 24 hours, the arrival of big breeze and sea state for the fleet in the Transatlantic Race 2011 has seen boat speeds whipped into near record-breaking pace.  Rambler 100 has just recorded a 12-hour run of 288.8 nautical miles, and, with the breeze building, a... ... read full story

Swan European Regatta 2011: Nautor’s Swan and PANTAENIUS Join Forces

July 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Nautor’s Swan, manufacturer of the ultimate ocean-going, performance, luxury sailing yachts of unrivalled build, is pleased to announce an extension to their long term partnership with PANTAENIUS, the leading yacht insurance specialist.  PANTAENIUS will become the title sponsors of the Owners Dinner during the Swan European Regatta 2011. The Swan European Regatta, one of Nautor’s Swan’s flag... ... read full story

FT Wally Grand Prix Series 2011: Excitement and uncertainty at midway point.

July 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The FT Wally Grand Prix Series has so far seen three exciting regattas where the race teams had to deal with adverse wind conditions, tactical challenges and a highly competitive environment. Three races into the inaugural FT WALLY GRAND PRIX SERIES and the Y3K team is leading the fleet. However, there are at least three... ... read full story

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