Even though I have no plans of ever becoming a professional sailor, sailing around the world or across an ocean for that matter. This picture will inspire just about anyone. Imagine sailing around the world. That would be a feat that only a very small few of us will ever en devour in our lives. Now imagine doing it on a super high performance 102′ trimaran sled like this one, by yourself! Now that is nuts! And for only the truly elite like Thomas Coville (above), who attempted to break the world record back in January. Read more on the incredible story here. But for those of us that will most likely have to work on Monday in an office behind a desk, like me, can at the very least check out some of the artistic photography of Christophe Launay.
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Uh Oh!
Looks like the MOD 70’s experienced yet another capsize just a couple of weeks ago while practicing for the Transat Jacques Vabre. It’s pretty serious when these things go over as Team Spindrift can vouch for with their spill back in June in Dùn Laoghaire, Ireland. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqO-pzROfPs&w=420&h=315] ~Video courtesy of SailingNews’ YouTube Channel Virbac Paprec…
470 Team GBR in the 2012 Olympics
These guys seem nice enough. They are Olympic virgins, but seem to have what it takes. This dynamic duo missed a bronze medal by only two points. This is quite an achievement against the worlds best sailors. Take two minutes and get to know them a little better, I think we’ll be seeing more of…
Hugo Boss Commercial!
The famous Hugo Boss keel walk is real after all! Who says you can’t really round up one of those Open 60’s. Check out this amazing footage for a commercial for suits straight from the BOSS himself…… [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2PQfJ2SAg4&w=560&h=315]
TEAHUPOO!!
Another good ‘archives’ find…… Such a bizarre place. Look at how thick the lip of the wave is. Amazing! We don’t usually do surfing vids, but if you click the link you will be astonished, guaranteed! http://video.mpora.com/hdep/5Pgs2slxu/
The Self Tending Jib Boom
Jib boom or no jib boom… that is the question. First we need to figure out why it’s there to begin with. The jib boom really only has its advantages when sailing “off the wind”. It allows the sail to maintain a well projected, fast sail shape as the sheet is eased off of centerline….
Remember: Banque Populaire Breaks Around the World Record
Just taking a look back at the mega multi-hull Banque Populaire. In January it was official, the massive tri-maran had broken the ’round the world speed record; 45 days, 13 hours, 42 minutes and 53 seconds. Get the full scoop here. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKUwK4NOUs8&w=560&h=315]