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This regatta, now in its 28th year, is co-hosted by Brooklin Boatyard and Rockport Marine. From humble beginnings with 13 boats, to todays’ race with 100 plus yachts, all wooden sailboats 24′ or longer, including Spirit of Tradition, Classic, and Vintage sailboats are invited to race. The Regatta will have eight classes: Vintage A (VA) …
The Corinthian Classic Yacht Regatta had 70 yachts participate last year and they expect nothing different this year. The message is simple: Free mooring space will be limited and will be at a premium the longer you wait to register. This year’s Honoree and Featured Speaker will be Sham Hunt, celebrating 75 years of Hunt …
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Panerai British Classic Closing Update Conditions: 0-10 Knot Shifty South-East Winds As the boats arrived in the race area the breeze died briefly, but then veered to the south-east and filled in at just under 10 knots. Once again it was a tricky Central Solent race with patchy and shifty winds, particularly up on the …
Vintage, Classic, and Spirit of Tradition yachts, mainly from Northern European countries, gather in Cowes to take part in five races, and in the spectacular Panerai Classic Round the Island Race, organized on the first Sunday, that in 1851 gave rise to the America’s Cup. Last year, 2012, saw a record 83 boats taking part, …