In this episode from The Oceans Race’s Off Watch, Libby takes us inside the campaign with Team SCA in 2014-15 and remembers John Fisher, her crewmate aboard Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag who was tragically lost overboard during the last edition. Libby also opens up about the responsibilities of being a navigator, and she gives strong advice to the organisers of The Ocean Race about equality rules for the next race.
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In the 36th edition of the America’s Cup, the role of the grinder is more important than ever before. AC75 class boats are powered by both human energy and battery power. Whilst the batteries control the main foils and rudders, everything above the waterline, including every sail control, is powered by the grinders.
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6 July 2020 – We kick off the week by celebrating our top South…
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In this podcast from Behind the life with Adam Lambert Brett Archibald recalls his incredible story of survival, near-death experiences, mental endurance and finally being rescued.
It started with an email, a tantalising invitation to surf the world’s best waves in a magnificent tropical paradise. Brett couldn’t resist.
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Nick Fabbri and Terysa Vanderloo from Sailing Yacht Ruby Rose spent almost 12 months reviewing cruising catamarans currently on the market, and with the help of their followers have come up with a final list of the top 10 cruising catamarans of 2020.
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29 June 2020 – American Magic arrives in Auckland while the Youth America’s Cup event faces uncertainty. RORC has shared another great addition to their Time over Distance series and The Knysna Oyster Festival took place online, with a fun sailing component too. Solo ocean rower, Lia Ditton launched a record-breaking attempt, while World Oceans Month was celebrated in Ohau with a Virtual Concert for all. Plus news on the Valencia Boat Show which will be hosted online this year.
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The America’s Cup Official Timekeeper announced as the Swiss watchmaker OMEGA. Dating back to 1851, the America’s Cup is renowned as the oldest trophy in international sport and has become the source of fierce international rivalries and spectacular sailing duels. Now, the 36th edition of the “Auld Mug” approaches.
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INEOS TEAM UK and team software design partner Coderus have developed a game-changing new software that sets their tech apart- Meet Chimera.
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RORC racing returns as well as other events rescheduled around the globe. Offshore racing picks up again with the Mirpuri Foundation Sailing Trophy but The America’s Cup may see delays ahead.
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The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has established a unique collaboration…
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