For the first time the Lipton Challenge Cup is being sailed on the fast and fun Cape 31’s. The approved sails suppliers for this sports boat are Ullman Sails and North Sails South Africa, as part of a mandate of the Cape 31 build to make use of South African suppliers. Where previously, top-class sailors would largely rely on imported product, the two world-class Cape Town lofts are now also exporting state-of-the-art sails, taking on the best in the business. North Sails South Africa and Ullman Sails Production have not only put local sailmaking on the international map, they have also bolstered brand South Africa at a time when local boatbuilders are increasingly making their presence felt on the world stage.
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South African sailor Michael Giles has racked up quite a winning résumé in both offshore and inshore sailing during his more than 35-year career on the water. He has also lent his considerable expertise to project-managing boat builds, offering logistical support to racing teams and individuals, and provisioning teams for ocean-crossing ventures. S+L caught up with him to find out how he juggles these roles and what’s coming next.
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Long-distance swimmer Ben Lecomte is trying to raise awareness around the overuse of plastics by swimming through the worlds most polluted stretch of water.
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The 2019 edition of the Superyacht Cup Palma came to a captivating conclusion with the best day’s racing yet!
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The second day of the Superyacht Cup Palma delivered close racing before the owners, guests and crews returned ashore to enjoy an evening of fun and entertainment.
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The 23rd edition of Europe’s longest-running superyacht regatta kicked off Thursday, 20 June with Palma Bay delivering incredible racing conditions. Inge Schabort reports on Day 1.
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It’s finally here! The 2019 Superyacht Cup has hit Palma. The preparations are done, the crew have gathered – it’s time to race.
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British sailing team, Alex Thomson Racing, have revealed who is behind the brand identity of the new HUGO BOSS boat which is launching later this year.
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After more than two years in development and build, British sailing team Alex Thomson is preparing to introduce the brand-new IMOCA race boat, HUGO BOSS.
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Fashion and beauty editor Helen Clemson spent a dreamy week in Botswana at some of the swankiest lodges in the country. Her packing dilemma meant a streamlined suitcase with bush-appropriate attire – and some glam for the evening. So it couldn’t be your typical roughing-it safari capsule wardrobe. Fashion wise, it was pretty easy to pack earthy neutrals that mixed and matched – as well as some leopard print for the evening. But for her skincare and make up needs, things got a little trickier
