AsianYachting February
2005
News and Views
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CONTENTS
1.
Editorial - AY
Photo Library launched...
2. "Unluckiest sailors of the month"
Ludde
Ingvall's Nicorette and Nick Moloney
on Skandia
3. Austral - Asian News -
8th QBE Phang Nga
Bay Regatta and BMW
RLIR 05 on this month
4. International News - ORANGE
II HAS CROSSED THE LINE
5.
World Speed Records - Andrea Gancia &
Matteo Micelli Dakar to Guadeloupe
on a 20 ft open catamaran
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1. EDITORIAL
The
Atlantic Oceans are indeed a busy place at the moment as the final acts
of the worlds greatest sailing challenges play out. The leading trio in
the Vendee Globe Vincent Riou (PRB), Jean Le Cam (Bonduelle) and Mike
Goulding (Ecover) after 86 days and over 23000 miles
of racing are now less than 400 miles from the finish in Les Sables.
Only 14.5 miles separates Vincent and Jean who have shared the lead throughout
the race with Mike Golding less than 60 miles behind them. The 13 remaining
competitors are now stretched across the Nth and Sth Atlantic Oceans with
Karen Leibovici (Benefic) beng the last to round Cape Horn two days ago.
Who is your money on? See who will win solo ocean
racing’s most coveted prize at: www.vendeeglobe.org
Ellen
MacArthur's B&Q has less than 2,000 miles to go and averaged 16.2
kts over 24,869 miles sailed so far, extending her lead to over two days
from Francis Joyon's record time. Recently a collision in the night and
a near collision with a whale is a sharp reminder of how close to disaster
they can be at any point during the remaining miles left on the race course.
Follow her progress to the finish and see if they can rewrite the record
books at: www.teamellen.com
Meanwhile
on the Asian scene 4 giant G Class multihulls are preparing to blast off
on Feb 5 from Doha, Qatar chasing $1m prize money in the first ever HSBC-sponsored
global yacht race Oryx Quest 2005
to start and finish in the Arabian Gulf. The 21,000 mile race takes the
fleet down the Indian Ocean into the Southern Ocean and around the five
great capes of Australia, New Zealand, South America and South Africa
before returning to the oil rich state of Qatar at the end of April, in
what will undoubtedly be a new world record time for any circumnavigation.
Check out the website: www.qisel.com/
If
your looking for some sailing action over the Chinese
New Year the 8th QBE Phang
Nga Bay Regatta is on from Feb 9th – 13th (See Asian
Section below). Latter in the month the Standard
Insurance Manila to Boracay Race
starts on 23rd Feb in the Philippines. Then the Rebak
Champagne Run from Phuket to Langkawi on 26th Feb, kicks
off just before the BMW
Royal Langkawi International Regatta from 27th Feb to
5th March. Keep up with whats on the AY
Calendar here...
As promised last month
a AY
Photo Library has been launched...
Search through a mixed collection of photographers low-res non-copyright
digital sailing images to appear lately using our simple viewing routine.
Anything from the latest RMIR,
Kings
Cup, SSR
to the Syd-Hobart
and Bruno Peyron's latest
RTW
record attempt. Larger images or originals for private and commercial
use can be ordered directly from Shu Fen,
Gilles
Martin-Raget, Ian
Mainsbridge/PPL or Guy
Nowell's
linked websites or
available upon request in various hi-res sizes through: info@asianyachting.com
Happy sailing for now
Capt Marty Rijkuris
2. "Unluckiest sailors of the month"
Two
weeks after Ludde Ingvall's supermaxi Nicorette,
sailed triumphantly into Hobart, taking Line Honours in the 2004 Rolex
Sydney to Hobart race and surviving weather that brought her two big rivals,
Skandia and Konica Minolta undone, her mast broke. During
a corporate sail with Nicorette sponsor clients, the 90 footer only half
a mile seaward of the entrance to the Gold Coast Seaway, sailing under
main and headsail, in a flat seaway and about 10 kts of breeze when suddenly
with a thunderous crack, her mast splintered and broke near the boom gooseneck
and fell cleanly into the water. The mast and sails were latter recovered
in 22 metres of water and the total bill is expected be around AUS$1 million.
The crew and guests returned to the marina and Police confirmed no-one
was injured.
This is the second time in two years that Nicorette yachts have been dismasted after surviving the rigours of a Hobart race, only to fall down in mild conditions and feature in the Unluckiest Sailor awards See Jan 03. - Nicorette will return to Sydney for repairs. Full report at: http://www.bigboatracing.com/
Another
Skandia sponsored yacht
in trouble...
A cruel reminder of just how much a race of attrition the Vendee is, came
from the Cowes-based Australian Nick Moloney who lost his keel on Skandia
(Ellen MacArthur's old Kingfisher, in which she was runner-up
four years ago). The frightening sound of cracking carbon fibre alerted
Moloney to the problem and he stopped, dropped his sails and loaded water-ballast
to calm the boat's motion. Moloney is 120 miles south-east of Rio de Janeiro,
and the speculation is that the failure stems from high- speed collision
between Skandia and a submerged object last week. - Tim Jeffery,
The Telegraph, http://tinyurl.com/4exyz
Nick
was unharmed, and safe onboard Skandia and initially dealt with
the situation as best he could. “I’m alright, but I’m
gutted and completely devastated. Half of me is just shattered and the
other half of me is very relieved that we’re still upright, and
that this didn’t happen in the south. I’m really really shattered
but I am so focused on just trying to fight back you know. And that’s
my occupation right at the moment, to try and keep this situation under
control".
Moloney was on day 80 of the Vendée Globe with under 5,000 miles left to go on the solo round the world course. It was his first participation in the race and it dramatically ends his long-held dream to complete 3 big round the world sailing goals - of crewed round the world [1997-98 Whitbread on board Toshiba], fastest non-stop round the world [2002 Jules Verne Trophy on board Orange] and, finally, his ultimate goal of solo, non-stop around the world which has now cruelly come to an end. Round the world sailor Guillermo Altadil, Mini-Transat sailor Yves Niort and Brazilian based Kiwi Don ‘Jawsie’ Wright were in Rio with a welcome beer and steak which brought Moloney’s feet back to earth! For more information visit http://www.nickmoloney.com or Graphic of Skandia and keel damage at : http://www.ocftp2.com/images/8352high_kd.jpg
3.
Austral - Asian News
3.1 Anyone up for some part-time AY
Instructor work?
The search is on for part-time practical and theory Instructors to conduct
the Learn to SAIL
with Asian
Yachtmasters courses in Pt Dickson and Pt Klang.
Theory Instructors can be sailors with considerable sailing experience
and familiar with practical and oral methods of Instruction. Basicly candidates
will be required to conduct a short course displaying their boating knowledge
and Instructional ability to become eligible. Interested persons are asked
to contact Capt Marty Rijkuris the regional examiner at: info@asianyachting.com
or Tel: 6 06 6477701 at the AY
HQ in PD.
3.2 8th QBE Phang Nga Bay Regatta is on...
The regatta will take place as scheduled this Chinese New Year, February
9th – 13th 2005. Being touted as Asia’s most fun sailing event
takes competitors on a journey through some of the world’s most
glorious cruising grounds, sailing amongst beautifully crafted limestone
karsts and enjoying the warm and welcoming nature of the Thai people.
In the wake of the tsunami the committee feels it most important to keep
the regatta on track in an effort to help those affected by this disaster.
The world famous Phi Phi Island suffered major damage and as it's now
in re-build mode will not be a scheduled stop for the regatta as a sign
of respect. However, all proceeds collected by the regatta this year will
be donated to the rebuilding of this magnificent island which has in previous
years played host to the event. See how to make worthy donations and the
schedule of events at: www.bayregatta.com
3.3
Manila to Boracay race
Organisors for the Standard Insurance Manila
to Boracay race starting on 23rd Feb in the Philippines
have launched a website and would apprecaite if we could let your readers
know about it at: http://www.standard-insurance.com/sailing/index.html
3.4 BMW Royal Langkawi International Regatta
Organisors advise that the BMW RLIR is as scheduled from 27th February
to 5th March 2005. All details pertaining to the regatta including taking
care of your travel plans and accomodation in Langkawi for the regatta
is available on their website at www.langkawiregatta.com
3.5
Singapore Straits Regatta 05 Summary...
The SSR 05 is the 5th
AsianYachting
Grand Prix event
to be held this season. Neil Pryde's swish looking
crew on HI-FIDELITY with 11 points have shot
to the top of the 2004/05 AY
Skipper and Crew Rankings.
Just
like earlier regattas a closely fought battle developed between Neil Pryde's
Hi-Fidelity and Fred Kinmonth/Nick Burns Mandrake from
Hong Kong flowed over into the Straits Regatta. The
result leaves defending champion Peter Ahern's YO!
tied on 5 points with Nick Burns pacesetter MANDRAKE
with only 4 events to go. Take a peek at
this seasons progressive point score or see how your favorite racing team
is shaping up on the AY
Rankings http://asianyachting.com/news/Rankings0405.htm
3.6
Quantum's FusionM
gets with the strength!
Asian sailors may be interested to know that one of the world's leading
edge sailmaking factories can be found in their own backyard. Since it's
formal introduction Quantum's FusionM
sails have taken the world by storm.
For a product update, including setting-up and gybing asymmetrical spinnakers on boats with ‘conventional’ spinnaker poles, plus an all important article on "The fine art of Crewing" and the results of a recently held racing rules question and answer session with International juror Graeme Owens goto: http://asianyachting.com/news/QuantumSails.htm
3.7
ENTERPRISE WORLD CHAMPS in Sri Lanka postponed
The Yachting Association of Sri Lanka, which
was successful in its bid to host the World Enterprise Sailing Championships
from 26 February to 6 Ma
rch
2005 on the Negombo
beach has had to postpone this event as a result of the calamity that
befell the nation by the 'Tsunami'
waves. The YASL is however hopeful, that this grand world event which
will serve to bolster tourism, will receive the sympathy of Enterprise
International and permit the holding of same in January/ February 2006
here in this country. http://www.dailynews.lk/2005/01/14/spo06.html
3.8
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3.9
Mini Transat woes?
Despite Elaine Chua receiving some adverse press about Singapore and her
participation in this years Mini Transat on her Mini Zero 6.5 Feng
she has become even more determined to succeed. To get a better understanding
of this class the Conseil d'Administration of the Mini Class have created
a new website, although most of the details are in French at: http://www.classemini.com/index.php?action=article&id_article=108954
To keep abreast of Elaine's campaign and sponsorship opportunities goto:
http://www.elainechua.com
3.10
The Borneo Cup Yachting
Challenge is back! - April
18 to 24
Jointly organized by the State of Sarawak in Borneo and
Federal Territory Island of Labuan is another joining the growing number
of Asian events that promote regional marine and sporting eco-bio tourism
in the region.
The program starts in Labuan and includes a offshore race from Labuan to Miri plus a number of day races in Miri. The developer of the Miri Marina have advised that their new website http://www.mirimarina.com is up and running and they are offering free berthing for the duration of the event. The Sarawak Sailing Association together with the Piasau Boat Club will be running the event. More at www.borneorace.com and interested entries are asked to contact the secretariat at ngmiri@tm.net.my or vic-miri@sarawaktourism.com
4. International News
4.1
ORANGE II HAS CROSSED THE LINE
Bruno Peyron and his crew aboard the maxi-catamaran Orange II are on their
way. They crossed the starting line of the RTW record on Monday January
24 at 11h03’07’’ (10 :03’07’’ GMT).
Conditions were good at the start, with 20 knots blowing from the north
– north east. Orange II was sailing at 20 knots, under reefed mainsail
and staysail.
In
order to beat the absolute RTW record (set by Steve Fossett on April 5,
2004 – 58d 9hrs 32 mn), Orange II must be back on the line at Ouessant
before March 23 at 19:34’52’’ GMT. In order to beat
the Jules Verne Trophy (set by Olivier de Kersauson on April 29, 2004
– 63d 13hrs 59mn), Orange II must be back on the line at Ouessant
before March 29 at 00:01’53’’ GMT.
Bruno Peyron’s first comments: "We crossed the line in the North of Ouessant, in order to send some canvas up. The 14 men were up on deck to manoeuvre but also not to miss anything of the start of this great story. We decided to anticipate a bit on our departure, according to what we hope to find in the South Atlantic". Follow the latest craze in high-speed sailing and see if you can spot Bruno's pair of AY Southern Ocean gloves in the photos at: http://www.maxicatamaran-orange.com
4.2
Warning to all offshore racers.
DK Yachts are warning all offshore racers to watch out
for when one of their Malaysian built Mum 30, Farr 36, 40, 52, 520 or
Mills DK46 lines up on your starting grid. One's to look out for in Australia
are Philip Coombs DK 46 Dekadence who scored
a podium finish at Skandia Geelong Race Week and closely followed by Ray
Roberts new DK46 making a return to the racing scene. While 2 worlds away
in the UK and the US Chris Brown's Fidessa Fastwave
and Robert Youngjohns Zephyra have shown the
fleet a clean of keels. Serious Yachts
for Serious Sailors can
be found at http://www.dkyachts.com
4.3
100 YEARS OF LEGENDARY YACHTS
For the first time ever, International Metre yachts from all over the
world are being brought together for an international Regatta hosted by
the Royal Yacht Squadron at Cowes, the birthplace of yachting, in July
2007.
The event marks the centenary of the International Rule, the 1907 formula which began the growth of international yacht racing and led to the creation of some of the world's most beautiful and exciting racing yachts. The Preliminary Notice of Race is now available from http://www.imeta.org
5. World Speed Records
5.1
WSSRC ratification of a new World Record
With an average speed of 8.28 knots, Andrea Gancia and Matteo Micelli
sailing a 20 foot open catamaran between 27th Dec 2004 to 10th Jan 2005
set a new Elapsed Time record of 13 d 13 hrs 58 mins 27 secs from Dakar
to Guadeloupe. The previous record for this route has
held since 1999 by Hans Bouscholte and Gerard Navarin in 15d 2h 26m58s
They also announced that the 2005 to 2008 ISAF/WSSR rules are now on the website - www.sailspeedrecords.com There are several important changes and innovations and those intending to attempt records in the near future are recommended to have a close look at them.
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