Heroes

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.

The Pammenter brothers have long been involved in fast-paced racing and the world of yachting, each doing it in their own way. Sail + Leisure caught up with them in their “down time” to find out what keeps them coming back for more. We first chatted to Mike and now we chat to Shaun who has had a varied sporting career, having pursued both rugby and sailing professionally. 

The Pammenter brothers have long been involved in fast-paced racing and the world of yachting, each doing it in their own way. Sail + Leisure caught up with them in their “downtime” to find out what keeps them coming back for more. we chat to Mike first as he looks back on his sailing career and how he’s overcome obstacles and sometimes injuries to pursue his dreams.

South African sailor Mark Sadler was in Cape Town recently to compete in the Cape 31 Invitational Regatta with Team Orion from Hong Kong. Sail + Leisure caught up with him to find out why he’s been hooked on sailing for 36 years and how he manages his career with one foot on the ground and the other on a boat.

It’s that time of the year to be in awe of the incredible heights, jumps and spectacular freeriding by kiteboarders pushing the limits in ever-crazier conditions at the Red Bull King of the Air competition. Sail + Leisure caught up with world-renowned Dutch kiteboarder Ruben Lenten at the 2018 event.

Greg Bertish is well-known for his passion and determination to help and support children who are experiencing tough times in hospital by bringing a little cheer back into their lives. His story is an inspiring one. Greg’s Celebrity Optimist Challenge held at the Cape Town International Boat Show raised funds for the Red Cross Children’s Hospital.
We look at the man behind the mission.

Paul Standbridge, one of the most talented and experienced sailors the UK has ever produced , remains a force to be reckoned with in the international sailing arena. Sail + Leisure chats to this sailing hero.

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Local sailor, Jan Dekker has an impressive resumé and the South African sailing fraternity…