Greetings yachties, As we head to the business end of the regatta. This thread will be in two parts. The book is out some classic images order your copy here Brad BUTTERWORTH, the Kiwi skipper and tactician for Alinghi, had high praise for the event. “Its been three weeks of very good sailing here, although [...]

more here Cost of Rescue by Oliver Dewar In late December and the first week of January, the single-handed skippers of three round the world race boats took the drastic decision to abandon their yachts in the Southern Ocean: the seriously injured Yann Eliès on the French, IMOCA Open 60, Generali, racing through the Indian [...]

Jolly Boat update The really really long range forcast is excellant, moderate breeze, gentle swell, warm water, cold beer, nymphs etc If you need a place to crash Saturday night, no wurries, bring a sleeping bag, we will find you somewhere to bunk down. Or if you want something for yourself, a search on line [...]