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Régates Royales – Trophée Panerai 2011: Light Winds on Day 3 in Cannes

September 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The light easterly wind put at test the crews’, and especially the tacticians’ ability on day 3 of the Régates Royales – Trophée Panerai in the sun bathed bay of La Napoule. The race committee was forced to wait until the early afternoon hours to fire the start signal for the classic yachts. Two races... ... read full story

Régates Royales 2011: Sun shines on Day 2 in Cannes

September 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The stunning bay of La Napoule provided the competitors with great sailing conditions, ideal for close, fast racing. Under blue skies, in bright sun and good breeze the sixty-eight classic yachts and fifty-eight Dragons completed the second day of the Régates Royales, final and decisive event of the Panerai Trophy 2011. The Big Boats sailing... ... read full story

Régates Royales 2011: Champagne conditions for the opening day in Cannes

September 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

It was Cote d’Azur at its best for the opening day of the 33rd edition of the Régates Royales, final and decisive event of the Panerai Trophy 2011. A bright sun, a good southerly breeze later veering southwesterly and flat sea were on the menu on the stunning Bay of La Napoule. As tradition in... ... read full story

Superyacht Cup Double for 2012 Olympic Year – Superyacht Cup Palma and Superyacht Cup Cowes, UK

September 21, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Organisers of the Superyacht Cup regattas are pleased to confirm dates for two editions of the popular Superyacht Cup Regatta they will host next year including the first ever Superyacht Cup in Cowes, UK. The 16th edition of the Superyacht Cup Palma will take place in the traditional venue of Palma, Mallorca from 20-23 June,... ... read full story

Monaco Classic Week – La Belle Classe: sailing yacht Mariquita winner of the Classic Yacht Regatta – Big Boat category 2011

September 19, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

In any celebration, there are years when everything comes together to make it a superb occasion that will long be remembered. That will be the case for this 10 th edition of Monaco Classic Week – La Belle Classe. A unique event on the circuit and organised in partnership with its official timekeeper Hublot, Credit Suisse, Italian car manufacturer Lancia and... ... read full story

Feature: Classic Sailing Schooner ATLANTIC at the Voiles de St.Tropez after busy summer

September 18, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

So far, Classic Sailing Schooner ATLANTIC has been reeling off some 4500 miles this season, starting in St. Tropez, she participated in the “Bailli de Suffren”, a great event, unique for the combination of racing and cruising in company whereas the latter is taken more seriously than the first. After the finish in Malta, Atlantic... ... read full story

Classic sailing yacht Endeavour Refit nearing completion

September 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The extensive refit of the iconic J Boat Endeavour sailing yacht is nearing completion at Yachting Developments Auckland yard. As a historic vessel, absolute care has been taken to preserve as much of the vessel as practical while taking advantage of twenty first century sailing systems, enhanced safety and improved functionality. There has been a... ... read full story

Sailing yacht MARIETTE OF 1915 Queen of the Classics in Porto Cervo at Veteran Big Boat Rally

September 15, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

SAILING YACHT ELENA WINS AMONG THE BIG CLASS ASSOCIATION The 38 metre schooner Mariette of 1915 claimed three wins in three races to be crowned victor of the Veteran Big Boat Rally 2011 in Porto Cervo. The event, organized by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda from 12th to 15th September, saw majestic sailing yachts dating... ... read full story

Majestic sailing yacht Mariette of 1915 maintains lead in Porto Cervo at Veteran Big Boat Rally

September 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The reign of sailing yacht Mariette of 1915 continues on Day Two of the Veteran Big Boat Rally in Porto Cervo. The 38 metre schooner leads the overall classification with victories in corrected time in both races held. Second in the overall classification is Moonbeam IV, Xavier Tancogne’s 35 metre Fife-built gaff cutter. Moonbeam IV... ... read full story

Superyacht Elena and sailing yacht Mariette of 1915 shine in Porto Cervo at Veteran Big Boat Rally

September 13, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Porto Cervo, 13th September 2011. The first day of sailing in the Veteran Big Boat Rally 2011, organized by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda from 12th to 15th September, brought sunshine, scorching temperatures and light easterly winds. Today’s coastal race of approximately 20 miles was won by the 38 metre schooner Mariette of 1915 who... ... read full story

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