Kiwi sailor Conrad Colman, winner of the 2011-12 Global Ocean Race, is teaming up with Eric Lecoq, founder of Lecoq Cuisine, to race a brand new generation 3 Verdier designed 40 in the 2013 Atlantic Cup.
The third act of the Extreme Sailing Series was held in Qingdao, China. Being the 2008 Olympic sailing village it was well set up for stadium racing in the waters surrounding the city.
The annual round Mana Island Trailer yacht series was held from Plimmerton Boating Club (PlBC) on Sunday 14 April. The series is traditionally an interclub feature but with the general demise of interclub trailer yacht racing in the Wellington region has not recently attracted outside entries. Nevertheless a fleet of 10 yachts turned up on the starting line, reflecting the strength of the division at PBC and the way it has developed over the last few years.
One of New Zealand’s most renowned sailors – Grant Dalton has given his support to the A2B Ocean Race, speaking about this major new yachting event, while preparing to head to San Francisco for America’s Cup racing.
Here’s a look at the up-coming sailing related events around the country for the next couple of weeks. See the YNZ on-line calendar for full details of these events and those on beyond that.
One of the world’s oldest and harshest extreme sports, ocean racing is a challenge too tough for most adults, but 18 year old Cory McLennan of Greymouth (pictured), and 16 year old Edwin Delaat of Auckland, will team up to race Cory’s boat, Atom Ant, in the Royal New Zealand Auckland to Musket Cove, Fiji Ocean Race starting on 1 June.
This Race Coach Course will be held at Royal Port Nicholson Yacht Club on Monday 24th June, Monday 1st July and Monday 8th July.
24th June 5-9pm
1st July 5-9pm
8th July 5-9pm
We’re into May and while the sailing and cruising season is winding down for many, there is still plenty going on here at Yachting New Zealand. Here’s an update…
