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.
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This was a spar finish and rigging package that we put together back in the summer of 2014. Originally this mast was an Annapolis Spars design (our previous employer). I love the way these masts were built. This is exactly how the top of a Pro Furl furler “Wrapstop” system should look when the sail…
Volvo Ocean Race has seen yet another disaster. Leg leaders, Groupama have unfortunately been dis-masted just some 600NM from the finish line. This may have been some sort of record for the Volvo Ocean Race and Whitbread Cups combined, for being the most disastrous leg in history. Abu Dhabi, who never seemed to quite catch up from their initial…
Brace yourself! The multi-hulls are taking over. I had to steal this one from sailinganarchy.com. What a good find. I may have mentioned this before, but other than the ridiculously hi speed, crashing, flipping AC cats and maybe the Extreme 40’s (because they’re just fun to watch), I typically have an aversion towards multi-hulls. This…
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…
YIKES! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iKRiBShhlQ&w=420&h=315] If it inspired you to consider your chainplates then read here for more information on chainplate service and inspection. ~T.R.C.
Well folks, apparently the last one was such a success that they’re doing it again. U.S. Yacht Shows proudly presents, the second annual Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show 2013. The event will be held in Annapolis’ historical downtown, City Dock. The Annapolis Fall boat show, has helped to build the town’s reputation for hosting the largest boat show in the…
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