Watch Team Telefonica get hit by huge waves from a-beam, YIKES! ………
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First AC 72 Pitch pole…..
…..and it caused them almost loose more than the rig! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drgglIebuQY&w=560&h=315] Apparently it is quite the big deal when these things flip, unlike the smaller AC45’s that seem to go over regularly. After extensive hours, efforts and a strong ebb tide, the crew and the boat made it back to shore. The enormous wing however…
Garcia Yachts
I have always fancied the exploration designed yachts. They just scream heavy duty and robust, which I like for anything I’m going to be sailing around the world. Aluminum has been the choice material for many reputable exploration yachts of the past. Garcia Yachts of France seems to think, “why mess with success”. Take a…
Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge
Last week, on the Solent, a strait that seperates the Isle of Wight from the British Isles, comes a regatta that draws some of the world’s most beatiful classic yachts. Cowes play’s host to the most important event in the United Kingdom for classic yachts, the Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge. Enjoy this little video for…
Sydney to Hobart Race
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Vitters Carbon #whatayacht
Vitters Shipyard does it again. “Sarissa” a 42.6 m (140.58′) carbon fiber spectacle, is the largest carbon sloop built in the Netherlands, maybe even in the world, to date. Check out the Vitters Shipyard YouTube feed for more super yacht footage. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POFjB0mIaBc&w=560&h=315] This design oozes modern style, remarkable speed (it cruises at 11 knots) and offers…
Happy 4th of July
Enjoy the day and enjoy the company of your loved ones. The Rigging Company wishes you all a very Happy Independence Day! See you on the water. -T.R.C…… ………and to my SISTER, whom I’ve always looked up to and can’t wait to see, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! love, – bobo and…