Category Archives: Marine News
The story of Spindrift 2’s Jules Verne round the world record attempt
[ad_1] As two round the world record bids turned the Jules Verne round the world record into a race, the giant trimaran Spindrift 2 streaked home at an average of over 25 knots. But it was not enough, writes Elaine Bunting It was one of the fastest ever laps of the planet under sail, but […]
Read moreRolex China Sea Race 2016
[ad_1] Rolex China Sea Race 2016 – With 18 boats finished and four retired thus far in the 2016 Rolex China Sea Race, provisional results show Anthony Root and Steve Manning’s Ker42 Black Baza lifting the China Sea Race Trophy for corrected time on IRC handicap, with Alive posting a second overall to go with […]
Read moreWaterfront homes: Island home bears indelible stamp of Maine
[ad_1] Posted on 18 March 2016 Written by Mary R. Drake When you imagine a traditional Maine cottage — shingle-style, prominently located, overlooking island-dotted waters — you’re describing Ed and Laurie Blain’s home on Bailey Island in Harpswell. “We fell in love with its distinctive architecture, history and fabulous elevated views,” Laurie says. […]
Read moreZodiac Nautic North America renews South Carolina lease
[ad_1] Posted on March 25th, 2016 Zodiac Nautic North America said it wants to continue its plans for growth and expansion at its South Carolina facility. Zodiac Nautic North America, a subsidiary of Zodiac Nautic, said it recently re-signed a five-year lease agreement for its North American headquarters to remain in Summerville, S.C. “This area […]
Read moreThe Making of a Bowfishing Boat
[ad_1] “The average guy doesn’t want to tinker with boats,” John Paul reflected. “So we made this [Grizzly 2072 MVX] ready to go.” The needs of a bowfisherman aren’t that much different from anglers. You need a stable platform, reliable power, the silence of an electric trolling motor, and a platform high enough to offer […]
Read moreSiblings turn old sails into practical bags
[ad_1] Argentinian brother and sister Marcos and Paz Mafia came up with the idea in 2012 and their recycled sail bags are launching in the UK this month It was professional kite-surfer Marcos Mafia’s love of the extreme sport that inspired him and his industrial engineer sister Paz to turn old sails into accessories. The […]
Read moreVirgin Atlantic goes sailing in the BVIs
[ad_1] Ever feel like you’re in the wrong job? Virgin Atlantic staff have been invited to take part in a BVIs sailing fund-raiser Virgin Atlantic is organise a sailing event for 90 employees from Sunsail’s Caribbean base in the British Virgin Islands (BVIs) this November. Staff will be paying their own way, and will also […]
Read moreSecond 34-Meter Seen at Feadship
[ad_1] This 109’9” (33.5-meter), modern-looking cruiser is the second of three same-styled superyachts splashing from Feadship this year. In fact, she comes about a month after the first project hit the water. That first yacht, referred to as Hull 692, is seen in the picture below. She’s behind the newly launched sistership. Though it’s hard […]
Read moreYachtAid Global is on Scene in Fiji
[ad_1] Some 35,000 of Fiji’s 900,000 residents are believed to be in emergency shelters as cleanup continues from Cyclone Winston, the most powerful storm ever recorded in the Southern Hemisphere. Among those mobilizing to deliver food, water and supplies is YachtAid Global, which organizes private and charter yachts that can provide assistance in times of […]
Read moreOceanis Yachts 62 – first of a new luxury range from Beneteau
[ad_1] Beneteau goes to a powerboat designer to find a new look for the first of its new range of luxury cruisers. Toby Hodges reports Note the title ‘Oceanis Yachts’ 62. I missed it at first, assuming this was a new flagship for Beneteau’s traditional Oceanis range. But no, this 62-footer represents the first of […]
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