Vendée Globe – The Ultimate Solo Round-the-World Sailing Race
The Vendée Globe is a solo, non-stop, unassisted yacht race around the world and is widely regarded as one of the toughest challenges in sailing.
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No Second Place: The Bold Origins of the America’s Cup
The America’s Cup has been in the news of late with both Ineos Britannia and Alinghi Red Bull Racing pulling out of the next series. I thought it might be nice to revisit the history of the competition. The America’s Cup is more than just a yacht race
Golden Globe Race 2018
The Golden Globe Race 2018
In 5 days time 18 sailors will leave Les Sables-d’Olonne in western France to circumnavigate the globe. A journey of 30,000 nautical miles, they must travel alone, non-stop and without any outside assistance, that is to say without any modern technology or the benefit of satellite-based navigation equipment. As if that wasn’t challenging enough they have to sail in a similar vessel to those that took part in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race some 50 years ago.
The Jules Verne Trophy
The Jules Verne Trophy
Named for the author Jules Verne, who, in 1872, sent his protagonist Phileas Fogg off around the world in an attempt to circumnavigate it in 80 days or fewer, the Jules Verne trophy is one that quickens the pulse of any sailor, no matter their age.
Round the Island Yacht Race
The annual Round the Island Yacht Race is organized by the Island Sailing Club. Beginning and ending in Cowes, the date that it takes place depends on the tides. It is usually held during the month of June, although it may be held in late May or early July if the sea refuses to cooperate with the traditional timetable.
Middle Sea Race
Middle Sea Race – Saturday 19th October 2013
The Middle Sea Race is a yacht race which starts and finishes in Malta. The 606 nautical mile course will start from the Grand Harbour, beneath the saluting Battery. The fleet then heads north along the eastern coasts of Sicily up towards the Straits of Messina.