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Ben Ainslie Racing has taken to the water for the first time from its temporary base in Southampton, sailing its foiling AC45 with Sir Ben at the helm.

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Foiling AC45 flies on the Solent

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CONTENTS 14 KIT

15 SHORE STYLE 16 BEST BITES

FROM PAGE 1: The AC45 seen sailing on the Solent is the boat that originally raced under Ben Ainslie Racing colours during the America’s Cup World Series in 2012-13, and has subsequently been modified to fly on hydrofoils.

Team principal and skipper, Sir Ben Ainslie commented: “Ten months ago we had nothing, so to be out there today foiling in one of these boats – after such a short time frame – is the result of a huge amount of effort from all of the team, especially the shore team and the designers.

“For us sailors it’s a real privilege to get out there and sail one of these boats. It’s been a great first day and it’s a good start, but it’s only a start and we have a lot of work to do over the coming months.”

Ben Ainslie Racing was launched on 10 June 2014 in the presence of the Duchess of Cambridge. The team was conceived by four times Olympic gold medallist and 34th America’s Cup winner, Sir Ben, with the long-term aim of challenging for Britain and bringing the America’s Cup back home to where it all began in 1851 - something Britain has so far never managed to achieve.

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The team, affiliated to Royal Yacht Squadron Racing, is made up of some of the best British and international sailors, designers, builders and racing support. www.benainslieracing.com

Closest ever ocean race Luke Patience with Chris Froome on the helm. Credit RYA

Team Sky goeS Sailing

17 GEOFF HOLT 18 ARCHIVE 19 SMALL AT SEA 20 SHELLEY JORY LEIGH 21 POWER NEWS 22 CRUISING LOG

24 RYA FOCUS 25 EXPERTS’ FORUM 26 MARINA FOCUS 28 MARINA GUIDE 31 MASTERCLASS 34 IN THE DRINK

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All seven Volvo Ocean Race boats have tasted the lead at least once during five extraordinary days of racing since setting off from Alicante in a race that is re-writing the offshore rule-book.

It was always suspected that the competition would be close for the 12th edition of the 41-year-old event, which is introducing a one-design boat, the Volvo Ocean 65, for the first time. But never quite this tight!

Team SCA navigator, libby Greenhalgh, took her courage in her hands early on, calling a split with the rest of the fleet whilst approaching the Straits of Gibraltar – and it briefly left the women of Team SCA in a good lead as they entered the Atlantic and set a course south for Cape Town.

Shortly after, Dongfeng Race Team leapfrogged into the lead, but a collision with an unidentified object forced them to slow their boat to replace a broken rudder.

Dongfeng’s on board reporter Yann Riou said: “We had two options, installing the emergency rudder or removing what was left of the old rudder and putting the new

one in place. Thomas (Rouxel) put the diving suit on. He jumped into the water… removed what was left from the old rudder (not much) and we put the new one in place.”

They were soon back sailing at 20 knots, although the problem had enabled Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing to take the lead.

Passing through the Doldrums, Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing together with Team Brunel emerged as the clear winners from the great lottery to take what looked like a firm grip on leg 1.

The rest of the fleet were left some 90 miles plus in their wake, searching for the gusts which would propel them back into contention, skippers Ian Walker (GBR-Abu Dhabi) and Bouwe Bekking (NED-Team Brunel) were powering ahead.

As All at Sea went to print, the front runners still had just over half the 6,487nm to complete the opening leg between Alicante and Cape Town but the experienced pair already looked to have made this a twoboat sprint to the finish come the first week of November. Follow the race online at www.volvooceanrace.com

SIR Dave Brailsford and 80 of his Team Sky charges swapped two wheels for three sails to spend a day learning the ropes on a team building day with the British Sailing Team at the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy.

Tour de France winner Chris Froome and double Olympic gold medallist Geraint Thomas were amongst those put through their paces during a series of races on Sunsail’s Match First 40s.

They were ably assisted by some of Britain’s best Olympic and Paralympic classes talents including double Olympic medallist Nick Dempsey, Paralympic gold medallist Helena lucas, and Olympic silver medallist luke Patience.

Team Principal Brailsford commented: “I’ve always known how successful [the British sailing] team have been – but it’s not until you actually get on a boat and you try and have a go yourself that you realise just how difficult it is!”

Sir Dave Brailsford and team. Credit RYA

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All AboArd

By Georgie Corlett

All good things...

At this time of year, with the nights closing in, you might think things were winding down in the boating world.

But it rather seems the opposite is true!

Firstly, there has been lots of Royal involvement across the board this month. What an honour for our sport!

From powerboating in Portsmouth with Geoff Holt, to celebrating our heroes and encouraging youth schemes - take a closer look at our news section. then there is the racing. From the debut flight of Ben Ainslie Racing’s new foiling AC45 on the Solent to the action-packed Atlantic battle for first leg victory in the Volvo Ocean Race, there is plenty going on in the racing world. And that is just for starters, as the Caribbean season is about to commence, and winter series on home waters are already well underway.

All at Sea has been out and about trying our hand at some cruising this month. A full report is on page 22.

Whether you are planning to indulge in a little late season pottering of your own and looking for inspiration, or you are reading this already tucked up by the fireside, make sure you take up Paul Antrobus’ recommendations for a cruising tipple!

And if you have not yet put the boat to bed – we really hope you haven’t! - don’t miss our expert tips on pages 24-25 for both power and sail boats. Winterisation may seem like a formidable task, but there is plenty of help at hand, and it’s well worth the

effort in the long term.

All-in-all, we have packed a lot into this issue – which happens sadly to be my last as Editor, as I move on to take up new challenges elsewhere.

Over the past three years, it has been an extremely rewarding task to edit All at Sea. Looking back, my first reports profiled the athletes in training for the London 2012 Olympics. My last, this month, is on yacht cruising. In between, I have written on everything from white water rafting to powerboat championships and from bath tub racing (yes, really!) to luxury motor yachts.

It’s thanks to the sheer diversity of stories from the boating world that we report on in every issue of All at Sea covering every possible aspect of life on and near the water and touching on every level of experience – that this has been such an exciting and insightful journey, not to mention unforgettable!

I am pleased to be handing over the helm next month to Jane Hyde.

Her past experience as editor of Boat Mart for many years stands her in good stead to steer All at Sea forwards.

I know Jane will be keen for readers to get in touch, so please drop your thoughts, suggestions and letters to editor@allatsea.co.uk Finally, I would like to take the opportunity to say a very big thank you to All at Sea’s tens of thousands of readers and supporters over the last three years.

Wishing fair winds and happy boating to you all!

Royal backing for youth initiative SIR Keith Mills and four-time Olympic gold medallist Sir Ben Ainslie have launched the 1851 trust, with the Duchess of Cambridge as Royal Patron. the new charity aims to inspire and engage a new generation through sailing and the marine industry, providing young people with the education, skills and training to become innovators of the future and stewards of the marine environment.

Her Royal Highness said: “I am delighted to be Royal Patron of the 1851 trust. I feel very fortunate to have enjoyed sailing from a young age and I know it is a great way of providing young people with the opportunity to develop skills and

46 years later, as I prepare to compete in the classic Route du Rhum race, I am very happy that our relationship continues. the 2014 race is open to mono and multihull boats across four classes with almost 80 entrants.

One of the most highly contested classes will be the IMOC Open 60, in which several champions of the Vendée Globe will feature. they will face a crop of established IMOCA Open 60 skippers as well as newcomers to the class. Among the top contenders will be Francois Gabart, the youngest ever winner of the Vendée Globe who triumphed at his first attempt. Past Vendée Globe winner Vincent Riou on PRB and past transat Jacques Vabre winner Jérémie Beyou on Maitre Coq, will also be vying for the podium.

those opportunities up to as many people as possible – the more talent you have working on a problem, the better the solutions will be.” the trustees joined Sir Ben to visit an art project at the construction site of Ben Ainslie Racing’s new headquarters. 72 young people from six local schools were invited to complete a mural begun by local street artists. the Mary Rose, flying boats, hovercraft and previous America’s Cup contenders all feature, alongside Ben Ainslie Racing’s new boat. the charity is named for the year in which the race that was to become the America’s Cup was first sailed.

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Solo ocean challenge underway SIR Robin Knox-Johnston, 75, is returning to his solo ocean racing roots by taking part in French single-handed classic, the Route de Rhum on his Open 60 entry, Grey Power. the British founder of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race and first ever man to sail solo, non-stop around the world in 1968/69, will compete in the tenth anniversary edition of the 3,500 mile transatlantic race from St Malo, France to Guadeloupe, which starts on 2 November.

Knox-Johnston last did this race in 1982 in his 70-foot catamaran Olympus, better known as Sea Falcon. He is the oldest participant entered at the age of 75, and once again has the backing of Henri Lloyd.

“Henri Lloyd has supported me since my solo circumnavigation back in 1968, and

confidence. “It is a hugely exciting time for sailing as the British Challenger bids to bring the America’s Cup back to Britain. I am looking forward to being part of this journey and I hope that through the 1851 trust we can engage and inspire a new generation into sailing along the way.” the trust will be supported by Ben Ainslie Racing, and the team will host a Visitor Centre for the trust at the team’s Portsmouth headquarters, opening in June 2015. It will be an interactive showcase for the sport, sustainability and innovation.

Sir Ben will also be a Patron of the 1851 trust. He said: “Young people are the key, there are great opportunities in the marine industry, and we want to open

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Biggest team event

tHE biggest team racing event in the world was hosted by Oxford Sailing Club, Farmoor Reservoir, with 23 Junior (under 16) teams and 27 Youth (under 19) teams competing for championships honours at the 2014 RYA Eric twiname Youth and Junior team Racing Championships.

Winning glory went to ‘Gingernut and Assorted Biscuits’ and ‘team 420’ as they were crowned champions in their respective events.

Following a full day’s racing on Saturday with 10 rounds completed on both the Youth course with Fireflies and the Junior RS Feva course, standings started phenomenally close on the Sunday. the Youth fleet saw 11 of the 27 teams fighting for seven places that make up the Gold A Fleet, while there were three teams in the Junior fleet who had all lost only one race each.

However, with Sunday bringing gusts of up to 42 knots, racing soon came to a close at lunchtime after only one more round of stage one was possible, resulting in the event winners being decided from the final standings in the round robin stages.

John Burgoigne, Event Director, commented: “What an action-packed weekend! With over 300 young sailors taking part, the enthusiasm for the RYA Eric twiname Youth and Junior team Racing Championships was once again in abundant evidence this year. “the quality of sailing was impressive and the conditions challenging.

“With the continued support of the Eric twiname trust, we look forward to seeing so many passionate young sailors again next year.”

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The changing face of the Hamble THE first pile has been driven in the Royal Southern’s Yacht Club’s most ambitious construction scheme to date, the creation of the Prince Philip Yacht Haven. The Royal Southern Yacht Club and its close neighbour, the RAF Yacht Club, have worked together for several years to reach this milestone.

The need for this major construction project arose as a direct result of the deteriorating condition of the Royal Southern’s sea wall but, looking to the future, the club decided to make a virtue of necessity and improve its berthing facilities.

The result is a crucial construction scheme that will stabilise the waterfront land and provide flood protection. State of the art facilities will be installed, along with 70 walk-ashore berths, available at all states of tide, and a dinghy slipway.

Incorporated into the design are facilities to enable sailors with severe physical disabilities, including those who are restricted to wheelchairs,

to have direct access to boats afloat. AAS columnist, Geoff Holt MBE, an Honorary Member of the Club and inaugural Chairman of RYA Sailability, plans to establish a Wetwheels Hamble at the Royal Southern Yacht Club.

This project will also provide improved facilities for the RAF Yacht Club which will now have direct access to its pontoons and rationalisation of land holdings.

The scheme will change the face of the Hamble waterfront with the construction of a large quarterdeck over the water in front of the club, linking it with a replacement pier and providing facilities that will also benefit the local community.

A number of environmental features are an integral part of the scheme such as a living wall for invertebrates.

Work will be completed in three phases with completion planned for next April/May. www.royal-southern.co.uk/PPYH/PPYH-Blog

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Back with a bang THIS year the world-renowned London Boat Show promises to bring the innovation and adventure of the marine world to London. At the heart of the Show is the concept ‘where adventure starts, pioneers meet and innovation shines’.

Show organisers claim to be pushing the creative boundaries in the exhibition and event world to create a concept they say has never before

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been seen by the marine industry. This year’s show promises to bring to life the adventure to be had on the water, capture the imagination of visitors and create a memorable experience. Another change for London Boat Show 2015 will be the return of Preview day on Friday 9 January. For the 10 days the show will be opened 10am-6pm with late opening till 8pm on Thursday. www.londonboatshow.com

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A free to use website that offers images of most of the dangerous underwater features around the Solent has been updated with new photos. the images are taken at low Water springs and show underwater outcrops and navigation hazards, including shifting sandbanks and changes to river entrances. www.solentshallows.co.uk

Youth champS battle In an incredibly competitive 60-boat fleet at Chew Valley lake Sailing Club, Jamie Barker and Helen Pearson-Farr (Wessex SC) triumphed to become the Gul RS200 Youth Champions 2014, winning the coveted Hyundai trophy, ahead of Jack Holden and Alex lee of Arun SC.

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FiSherman’S warning

Fishing remains one of the most dangerous professions, with fatal accidents in 2014 increasing 25 per cent on last year. the National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations urges anyone who works at sea to minimise risks by reading the latest Safety Digest from the Marine Accident Investigation Branch, which contains case studies and useful information. Sign up today via email: maibpublications@dft.gsi. gov.uk

Free dinghieS

the eric twiname trust has teamed up with lDC Sailing and RS Sailing to provide funding for a further 25 subsidised RS tera’s to UK sailing clubs to encourage competitive junior sailing. the et trust is into its sixth scheme, placing over 120 teras into clubs already. www.erictwiname. rssailing.com

navigator diScount thanks to a new partnership, RYA members will now benefit from up to 20 per cent off the RRP of Nuno Navigator - an easy to use marine navigation program for use on Windows computers with charting, planning and route monitoring facilities. the RYA’s training department will base its new training plotter on Nuno Navigator. Free trial at www. nunonavigator.com

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Paralympic gold medallist and UKSA ambassador, Helena lucas MBe gave Isle of Wight pupils their first taste of sailing, thanks to £35,000 raised for youth charity UKSA, as the official charity of Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week in 2014. taster sessions will be offered to all year six pupils on the island.

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Over 200 apprentices, shipwrights and students, together with their employers, lecturers and guests attended the fourth Annual Shipwrights lectures in Southampton. Inspirational speakers from within the marine sector presented to the eager young audience.

RouND-the-world yachtsman Conrad humphreys has revealed plans to create an academy for a new generation of young sailors capable of competing against the best in the world’s biggest ocean races, including the Vendée Globe.

The Plymouth-based sailor, 41, has established a new sailing base at the former Royal Marines Commando base at Turnchapel in Plymouth. The site, formerly RM Turnchapel, complete

with old naval buildings and paraphernalia, was bought by Yacht haven Ventures earlier this year after the MoD moved 539 Assault Squadron to a brand new amphibious warfare centre at Devonport.

Conrad recently announced his return to solo ocean racing with a three-year sponsorship with Bullitt Group, the global licensee and manufacturer for rugged Cat Phones and accessories. his first race will be the gruelling transatlantic

race, the Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe, which starts on 2 November. his Class 40 yacht, Cat Phones, will be based at Turnchapel Wharf. under Conrad’s ambitious plans, he wants to develop a world class training centre to nurture young talent and increase British sailors’ chances of success in races like La Solitaire du Figaro and the Vendée Globe.

After decades of being a ‘restricted’ area, the wharf has now been opened up to

the public. Building 1 has undergone a transformation and is now fully operational. “Turnchapel is absolutely perfect,” said Conrad. “The vision is for this area to be a leading marine hub, so to have a professional sailing team at its core is a fantastic opportunity.

“The facilities rival anywhere in europe and I hope we can encourage other teams to use our facility.” www.conradhumphreys.com

HERITAGE FUNDING SECURES RN SHIPS The heritage Lottery Fund has awarded £1.75 million to the National Museum of the Royal Navy to restore and open to visitors for the first time in its history, hMS M.33.

Launched in May 1915, she is the sole remaining British veteran of that year’s Gallipoli Campaign and the only British warship from the First World War that will be open to the public during the Gallipoli Centenary next year.

NMRN and hampshire County Council have worked as partners to develop the £2.4million ‘Commemorating Gallipoli – the hMS M.33 Project’ in order to conserve, restore and interpret hMS M.33. The ship sits in No.1 Dock alongside hMS Victory in Portsmouth historic Dockyard.

When open, visitors will start their journey through hMS M.33 with a 6 metre descent into the bottom of the dock before stepping aboard. New interpretation, including a stunning immersive battle experience, will bring to life hMS M.33’s history, the stories of the men who served on board, and the history of the Gallipoli Campaign.

The Gallipoli Campaign, fought between April 1915 and January 2016 in what is now modern day Turkey, claimed over 100,000 lives of personnel from all round the world. hMS M.33 is a ‘Monitor’ of 568 tons. With her shallow draft she was able to get close-in to shore and

fire at targets on land. She carried two powerful and oversize 6” guns but was a basic metal box lacking in comforts. The 72 officers and men who sailed for the Gallipoli Campaign were crammed inside and away from home for over three years.

The heritage Lottery Fund has also confirmed a seperate award of £11.5 million to the National Museum of the Royal Navy to conserve, interpret and display hMS Caroline, the lone survivor of the 1916 Battle of Jutland.

The grant means plans to transform the historic ship, whose home has been Belfast harbour for 90 years, into a world class heritage visitor attraction in time for the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Jutland on 31 May 2016 can now go ahead. www.nmrn.org.uk

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View of HMS Caroline duing the First World War. Images: Courtesy of National Museum of the Royal Navy.

WRAP UP FoR THE WINTER SERIES hAMBLe River Sailing Club was delighted to welcome hudson Wight back as the official Clothing Sponsor to the 2014 Garmin hamble Winter Series. offering challenging racing and close competition across eight Sundays from 5 october to 30 November, the series is well underway, organised and run by hamble River Sailing Club. once again, as official clothing sponsor, hudson Wight has provided foul weather clothing for race officials from its range. The company is also providing a range of daily draw and winners’ prizes, plus overall class prizes.

Also during the Winter Series, hudson Wight will be offering a ‘Team Bundle’ discount on selected items from its hW1 range. www.hudsonwight.com

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Winter series expands Online entry is now open for the UK’s premier dinghy winter series, managed by SailRacer. last year saw record entries, with over 800 boats, up 18 per cent. this year SailRacer will provide extracted results and specific prizes for fleets of 10 or more boats.

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the Princess V39 sports yacht has featured at the 2014 Volvo Match Play Championship, surrounded by some of the world’s best golfers. lying across the lake that made up a tricky 8th hole, par 3, the V39 made a unique feature, reflecting Volvo’s status as a marine champion, with Princess as its longstanding parnter .

Worlds previeW

the 2015 Allen RS Feva World Championship in travemunde, Germany takes place 17-25 July at the lübecker Yacht Club, as part of travemunde Woche fortnight. the fleet will be based at Grunstrand, and unprecedented entry numbers are expected. entries are now open at www.rsfeva.org Watch the preview video at http://ow.ly/ D6aa4

Alien invasion

Advice from The Green Blue, following the discovery of the invasive Quagga Mussel in the Wraysbury River and Reservoir, has been issued to ensure boat users ‘check clean, dry’ their boats and equipment before changing locations.

Jane Swan, The Green Blue Project Manager, says: “The Quagga Mussel is a highly invasive non-native species. it can affect whole ecosystems by filtering out large quantities of nutrients. it also presents a serious biofouling risk by blocking pipes, smothering boat hulls and other structures. “eradication of most invasive species once established outside their usual range is very difficult so the best approach to deal with arrival of new species is to focus on better biosecurity, especially the check, clean, dry routine for both inland and coastal boating activities.”

When leaving an anchorage, boaters are advised to wash both the anchor and chain before stowing.

Avoid sailing or motoring through water plants and

weed if possible. On land, the advice is to check equipment and clothing for live organisms. Soaking equipment and clothing in hot water on site or when you return home, will improve the chances of killing larvae and adults. clean all parts of the boat, trailer and equipment that come into contact with the water before leaving. When recovering a trailer, dinghy, PWc or RiB, drain water from every part of the boat and all equipment that can hold water.

Quagga mussels are quite similar to zebra mussels, another invasive species that is already widespread in england and Wales. They are small with a dark brown and light brown stripy shell. They are more rounded than a zebra mussel so when placed on its front it will roll to one side. Quagga mussels also have an undulating (as opposed to a straighter, horizontal) seam between the shells.

Anyone who may have found a Quagga Mussel, is urged to send an email with a photograph and location details to alertnonnative@ceh.ac.uk

Black Box solution

Icom UK offers a dual station package for boat owners and skippers who want to streamline their on board communications. the system is composed of the Icom IC-M400BB black box VHF/ DSC, Commandmic Interface and two Icom Commandmics, allowing two comms positions on board where space may not normally allow.

Jog series Wrap up

David McGough’s J109 ‘Just So’ has dominated the 2014 JOG Offshore and Inshore series from the outset.

Powered by elvstrom Sails ePeX laminate membrane sails, Just So also won the 2013 Offshore series. this is the first time she has won both JOG series in the same year.

coWes christmas

Cowes Christmas Fair will be hosted by Cowes Yacht Haven on 15 November, at the event Centre. there will be lots of stalls with local produce and ideas for the festive season, and visitors are welcome along to shop and show their support. the event takes place 10:30am to 4:30pm.

Winter Warmers

MDl Marinas is offering a number of maintenance and berthing packages this winter. Offers include three months’ berthing from £799 on the River Hamble, to £100 savings on winter scrub and storage ashore at Hythe Marina Village, Northney, Sparkes and Penton Hook. early bookings advised. www.mdlmarinas.co.uk

sailaBility success

Cardiff sailor Jamie Rhys-Martin has won the first ever Welsh Sailability Championships, held in Clywedog, Mid Wales. Rhys-Martin won each of the four races, sailing an RS Feva.

Cross-Channel ClassiC The sixth biennial Classic Channel Regatta will take place from 11 to 18 July 2015, with the first weekend at Dartmouth incorporating Dartmouth Classics Weekend.

The regatta brings together an international fleet of classic yachts and their crews for a week of friendly competition and informal social events, and has an established reputation for classic sailing at its very best.

Over 50 yachts have already pre-registered for 2015 and the organisers are expecting a record entry, which may well reach their maximum of 100 yachts. This includes yachts from the UK, France, Belgium, holland and Germany, and even one S&S yawl coming up from Italy.

After the first two days of racing at Dartmouth, the Classic Channel Race from Dartmouth to Paimpol in Brittany will follow. After a rest day in Paimpol there will be the Round Brehat Race, then a passage race to St

Peter Port in Guernsey with the regatta finishing with the Round Sark Race. Racing will be to the JCh Classic handicap, which is free and available online, and race officers of both nationalities will be involved.

The regatta has its own distinct West Country and Breton atmosphere, which attracts many crews to return for each regatta. Arrival in Paimpol is to coincide with Bastille Day celebrations.

The framed original of the painting commissioned from Paimpolaise marine artist Guy L’hostis for the 2015 regatta (pictured) will be presented at the end of the regatta as the ‘Spirit of the Regatta Trophy’ to the yacht which most successfully embraces the unique ethos and Corinthian spirit of this very friendly regatta, described by a previous winner of the trophy as ‘the world’s most enjoyable classic regatta’. www.classic-channel-regatta.eu

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sunsail is Charter ChoiCe for Cowes week

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COWeS Week Limited, the organisation behind the world’s premier sailing regatta Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week, has announced that leading sailing company Sunsail will become its official charter sailing partner for the 2015 and 2016 regattas.

Sunsail’s matched fleet of 30 Sunsail Match First 40s will be available to both private individuals and businesses from Sunsail’s regatta base in Cowes Yacht haven on the Isle of Wight, which includes a dedicated hospitality area for its clients.

Commenting on the announcement Simon Cross, President of TUI Marine and Sunsail, said: “Cowes Week and Sunsail are both part of the domestic and international sailing communities’ heritage and this new partnership seems entirely natural. We will be working closely with the regatta to make sailing with Sunsail even more accessible, both in the UK and at our many overseas locations. We look forward to working with the regatta organisers, its participants, its spectators and fans around the world.”

Michelle Warner, Sales and Marketing Director at CWL, added: “Sunsail has been an important part of our regatta for many years and we’re delighted to cement this successful relationship by extending it in this way. Many people have been introduced to our great sport through Sunsail sailing days and we look forward to introducing even more people to sailing and our event through this new relationship.

“One of the specific initiatives we’re looking forward to developing in partnership with Sunsail and the TUI group of companies is a package that makes entering the event for overseas visitors even easier.”

The 2015 regatta takes place from 8 to 15 August.

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A new yacht brokerage has opened its doors at Itchenor Shipyard, Chichester. First Port Marine Limited is owned and run by a yacht broker with many years of experience in both new and used boat sales.

Company director Tim Sturton-Davies said: “It’s a fantastic location, right on the waterfront in Chichester harbour, with storage for brokerage boats and a full range of boatyard services available. We’re currently offering an introductory brokerage rate of just three percent and already have a great range of listings.” www.firstportmarine.com

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Fairlie Yachts, designers and builders of modern classic yachts, is constructing an 80x23ft classic retro-look houseboat, destined for an exclusive mooring on the Thames in central London. The steel superstructure of the vessel is rapidly taking shape at the yard in Hamble, and is a little different from Fairlie’s usual bespoke work in wood.

TV BOOST FOR RACE

Record numbers of people have followed the exploits of the latest Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, with a cumulative audience of more than 3.3 billion people in more than 200 countries seeing news coverage via radio, TV and online. Countless more have engaged through social media. Two BBC series are expected to follow.

BARRUS ONLINE UNDER its sister brand, Wildwind Adventures, the longestablished sailing holiday specialist, Wildwind, has launched its winter and spring programme at its new sailing and water sports centre in Mauritius.

Initially opened under a pilot scheme in January 2014, the new centre is now one of only two RYA-recognised sailing centres in the Indian Ocean.

Simon Morgan, Managing Director/Founder of Wildwind, commented: “We’ve had great feedback from the lucky clients who have already visited our Mauritius centre and we’re very proud to officially launch this year’s new winter and spring programme.”

Wildwind has created a centre in Mont Choisy, on the north-west coast of Mauritius, that guarantees Wildwind’s personalised instruction and top-class

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NEWS IN BRIEF SportSboat SparkleS

the Viper is celebrating a very successful first year in the UK, after a small but growing fleet competed at regattas in Parkstone, Cowes, torbay and Plymouth, as well as at Cork Week. the 2015 europeans is now confirmed at lake Garda, Italy in June, with UK, US and Australian entries confirmed.

Cruiser-racer scheme simplified

broker StepS back

After 18 years leading edmiston, one of the world’s most influential yacht brokerage houses, founder Nicholas edmiston has stepped back from the day-to-day management.

Jamie edmiston is to become Chief executive, with Nicholas serving as Chairman. the company reports a strong year so far, with significant increases in sales and charters.

New MD for bartoN

Barton Marine, leading manufacturer of sail and deck hardware, has appointed Paul Botterill as managing director. Paul has an impressive history with the company spanning nearly 30 years, most recently as Operations Director, and has won several business awards. An avid sailor, he field-tests many of Barton’s yacht and dinghy products.

britiSh iNNovatioN

the new British-manufactured Dual engine Display from Offshore Systems received America’s highest accolade for marine equipment, winning an IBeX Innovation Award at the International Boatbuilders’ exhibition, Florida. the Dual engine Display, a high brightness panoramic format screen that displays full detailed information from two engines, was the only electronic product to receive an award.

hoSpice help

Passenger and freight hovercraft operator Hovertravel is offering its services free to the earl Mountbatten Hospice, the Isle of Wight’s only hospice. Some of the first packages to be delivered are t-shirts for the Hospice’s Challenge 1000 campaign, which is seeking 1,000 people to raise £100 for patient care.

fiNaNce challeNge

Over 150 finance professionals participated in the inaugural Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week Finance Challenge in 2014 and due to its success, the 2015 event will be staged over five days instead of just one, from 10-14 August, 2015. event partner Sunsail’s identical fleet of 30 Sunsail Match First 40s will be used.

rorc traNSat StartS

the inaugural RORC transatlantic Race sees a varied and international fleet ranging from 40 to 100ft set off for Grenada on 29 November from lanzarote, in the Royal Ocean Racing Club’s new offshore race.

Competitors will make landfall 2,800nm away, where they will be welcomed at Camper and Nicholsons’ Port louis Marina.

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The RORC Rating Office, the technical and administrative hub for all things Spinlock IRC rating-related in the UK, is re-badging its Limited Validity TCC as the Single event Rating with immediate effect.

The LV TCC scheme was an initiative launched two years ago as a means of introducing new owners to the benefits of racing under IRC without having to apply for a full certificate. If owners only wanted to race in one or two events in the year they could apply for an LV TCC, with an upgrade to a full IRC certificate offered at a reduced rate.

The change of name is primarily being introduced to provide a more understandable and user-friendly path to build on the success of the past two years. 2014 saw 81 events accepting LV TCCs with 117 certificates being

New look RYA wAles RYA Cymru-Wales is the new name for the Welsh Yachting Association, the body that has been the Royal Yachting Association’s Council for Wales, recognised by the Welsh Government and Sport Wales, for more than half a century.

RYA Cymru-Wales will continue to play the central role in developing and growing boating for all ages in Wales, as well as developing talented young sailors as they continue to represent Great Britain in major regattas around the world including the Olympics.

“This is an exciting time for us, I think the new name will help make our role clearer to many clubs and individuals involved in the different disciplines that make up the sport in Wales,” explained Steven Morgan, Chief executive of RYA Cymru Wales.

“We have been considering our branding for some time to make clear the strategic link with the RYA brand across the UK, which is why member clubs have voted to make the change now.

“There are a variety of good reasons for changing the name after more than 50 years of successful development.

It allows more commercial opportunities, including sponsorship and grant giving bodies, through the closer association with such a credible national governing body.

“We will continue to manage our own affairs and staff; we will develop our own programmes and activities alongside the established RYA programmes.

“Last year we launched our vision that Wales will become one of the best places in the world to be a sailor, this will only help us achieve the challenging targets we have set ourselves.” www.ryacymruwales.org.uk

issued, compared with 54 events and 124 LV TCCs being issued in 2013. The newly branded SeR is being rolled out to regatta and race organisers across the UK, with encouragement to include it in communications with their members and potential race and regatta entrants.

In spite of the LV TCC option already being widely available at club events and having been taken up by most major events over the past two years, the vast majority of interest has been from those run in the Solent region.

The LV TCC has given owners the opportunity for a memorable day or week of IRC racing at minimal cost. however, it is positive to note that a small number of boats that held LV TCCs in 2013 have upgraded to full IRC certificates in 2014 and as the Rating Office Technical

Director, Mike Urwin, comments, “We may not yet be seeing vast numbers but it is satisfying to have made some converts.

“Noting the apparent strong Solent/major event bias, while the significant increase this year in the number of events accepting LV TCCs confirms that clubs around the UK are keen to get more people racing, we recognise that many potential racing owners are not aware of the SeR option, or the help and advice they can get from their local IRC Advocates or the Rating Office.

“We hope that the change of name will make SeR more accessible and widely recognised, and we will also be talking further to club officials and members at the regional level including seminars to be jointly held with the RYA this winter.” www.rorcrating.com/ser

Scott scoops Athlete of the Year Giles Scott receiving his award from Gail Cook of Garmin, credit British Sailing Team.

GILeS Scott claimed top honours at the British Sailing Team’s annual awards, winning the Athlete of the Year prize after his unbeaten run in the Finn class this season.

The 27-year-old paid tribute to his coach Matt howard, his Finn class training partners and the team’s support staff as he collected the award following his dominance since returning to the heavyweight dinghy just over a year ago after an America’s Cup sabbatical.

During an entirely golden season, Scott claimed his second World Championship title at the ISAF Worlds last month in Santander, and hit winning ways on the 2016 Olympic waters in Rio and at the european Championships in La Rochelle – amassing enough of a lead to win the latter two events a day early.

Scott has also earned a spot on the shortlist for next month’s ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year.

Megan Pascoe was named the Paralympic Classes Athlete of the Year after a consistent season in

the 2.4mR class, which saw her win the european Championships and claim podium finishes in all five of the World Cup and eUROSAF events she contested.

Scott’s coach Matt howard picked up the British Sailing Team’s ‘Golden Funnel’ award for coaching excellence, with his name now appearing on the trophy for a third time in the nine year history of the prize, while Lorenzo Chiavarini was the runaway winner of the Podium Potential Sailor of the Year Award following his victories at the Laser u21 World and european Championships, and his 11th place at the senior World Championships in Santander.

British Sailing Team members were also invited to vote for the colleagues they felt best displayed some of the team’s core values of ‘Collaboration’, ‘Passion’, ‘Committed to excellence’ and ‘Gold Driven’, with head of Sports Science and Medicine Paul Mullan and Finn sailor Ben Cornish both emerging as double award winners.

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NEWS IN BRIEF PUPPY LOVE STARS

Members from West Kirby Sailing Club are due to star in a BBC4 comedy, Puppy Love, which airs in November. The series includes several scenes set in the clubhouse and on West Kirby’s Marine Lake, with WKSC members re-enacting a team racing championship and prizegiving. West Kirby RNLI was also involved.

RESCUE ON THE ROCKS

AS part of its on-going commitment to manage incidents in the harbour, Poole Harbour Commissioners simulated a major oil spill to test the current capability and processes for response to a tier two hydrocarbon spill.

The major emergency exercise, which PHC carries out every three years, staged a scenario whereby a ferry and a cargo vessel collided, causing fuel to spill from the tank of the cargo vessel.

PHC worked in collaboration with more than 15 organisations, including the MCA, Environment Agency and local authorities to carry out the exercise.

As part of PHC’s response, a number of booms were deployed in the Little and Backwater channels. In a real oil spill situation, the boom would stop any oil flowing into sensitive and environmental areas of the Harbour. A skimmer was also deployed to show how the oil would be captured.

Although a major oil spill in Poole Harbour is very unlikely, it is important that such risk is assessed with a plan in place to respond to such an incident, especially in an environmentally sensitive area as Poole Harbour. The plan is approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.

Harbour Master, Captain Brian Murphy said: “These exercises are vitally important to ensure that Poole Harbour Commissioners’ highly trained personnel are prepared to deal with such an unfortunate event professionally and swiftly, plus minimise any health risk, damage to the environment and to ensure business continuity. They allow us to test our plan against various scenarios with the aim of gaining experience and improving preparedness and improving the plan itself.

These exercises will provide the harbour community with confidence in the knowledge that Poole Harbour Commissioners and other organisations will be prepared in the event of a major oil spill in Poole Harbour.”

Chris Rigby, South Pembrokeshire RNLI Lifeguard Supervisor was surfing off Broad Haven beach when he spotted a teenage boy clinging to the rocks and shouting for help.

Chris pushed the surfer - clinging to his board - through large swells to safety. Conditions were extremely rough; the RNLI urges all beginners to avoid storm swells.

HELLY ON BOARD Image courtesy of Sunseeker International

POOLE-based luxury motor yacht builder, Sunseeker International, has announced a strategic review of its manufacturing operations, which could put around 300 jobs at risk.

‘Non-core’ activities such as administrative and managerial positions would be most at risk, with minimal impact will be made on skilled craftsman roles. The firm is keen to stress its intention to maintain its manufacturing base in the UK, and to continue

introducing new models to the market.

Sunseeker cites pressures from increasing competition and changes in competitor demands as the reasons behind the decision to streamline its production.

The company currently employs more than 2000 people. In 2013, Chinese firm, Dalian Wanda Group, reportedly paid £320m for 92 per cent of the business.

Earlier this summer, MD Stewart McIntyre left the business.

Team SCA, the first all-women Volvo Ocean Race crew in more than 10 years, is depending on Helly Hansen to stay warm, dry and protected at sea for the next nine months, as they take part in one of the world’s toughest races.

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Show ticketS offer

RYA members can once again take advantage of a special ticket offer for the london Boat Show 2015 (9-18 January 2015). Purchase ‘Preview Day or Any Standard Day’ tickets in advance for just £12, saving £8 off the price on the gate. Plus, two children aged 15 and under go free.

Safety for Sir Ben

Spinlock has been selected as the Official technical Supplier of Personal Protective equipment to the Ben Ainslie Racing (BAR) team.

With a three-year partnership, Spinlock will work with a specialist team at BAR to develop personal protective equipment for the sailors racing the AC45 and AC62, incorporating safety and performance aspects.

BMf apprenticeShipS

the marine industry has been announced as a trailblazer, part of the government’s apprenticeships.

A new boatbuilding apprenticeship, co-ordinated by the BMF, will be developed by Berthon Boat Company, together with Sunseeker International, Princess Yachts, Pioneer Sailing trust, Pendennis Shipyard, Fairline Boats, Broom Boats, Green Marine, english Harbour Yachts, Windboats and Cockwells.

Match racing

entries are now open for the RYA National and Winter National Match Racing Series 2015. the National series consists of seven qualifying rounds, including the RYA Youth, RYA Women’s and BUCS Match Racing Championships, before the Final at Queen Mary SC; the Winter Series will be part-competition and part-training at WPNSA. www.rya.org.uk

horning Show

the third Horning Boat Show will be held on 2 May 2015, from 10am. the iconic Broadland Village is the focal point of the exhibition, which is a major event on the Norfolk Broads, attracting over 5000 visitors. exhibitor bookings open on 1 January, with no increase on last year’s exhibitor fees.

yarMouth changeS

Yarmouth’s Deputy Harbour Master, tim Adams, will be Chief executive from 3 November.

Working alongside the Harbour Commissioners, he will oversee future developments, including the redevelopment of the breakwater and upgrades to Yarmouth Pier. the Navitus Bay Wind Farm project could also lead to further development work as a support facility for marine operations.

reScue reMeMBered

the centenary of one of the most dramatic sea rescues off the Yorkshire coast has been commemorated in Whitby, with a series of events and tributes. the Rohilla, a WWI hospital ship heading to Dunkirk, ran aground on 30 October 1914 in horrific conditions.

Of the 229 people on board, 85 lost their lives. Remarkably, RNlI volunteers helped save 144 lives.

Looking forward to rum regatta The Mount Gay Round Barbados Race Series 2015 will run from 16-24 January. This event, which kick starts the Caribbean race season, was re-launched in 2014 with a new race format and plenty of record-breaking opportunities. It proved such a success that an even bigger entry is expected in 2015.

Organised by the Barbados Cruising Club in association with the Barbados Tourism Authority and Mount Gay, the Mount Gay Round Barbados Race Series encompasses the already established Mount Gay Round Barbados Race plus a series of coastal races, and a final 300-mile sprint to Antigua to tie up with the Superyacht Challenge. The Mount Gay Round Barbados Race Series is one of the most appealing events on the circuit,

attracting race teams keen to use the event as a warm up for the Caribbean season. One of the biggest draws, other than the warm Caribbean waters, miles of gold sandy beaches, and constant 12-18 knot east to east-north-east trade winds, is the opportunity to break records.

The headline event is the 60-nautical mile Mount Gay Round Barbados Race on 21 January in which teams race to break and set Round Barbados Records. There are currently 14 established records, all of which offer the skipper’s weight in Mount Gay extra Old Rum if broken!

Raphaël Grisoni and his Mount Gay team aboard the British VO70, Monster Project are the current outright monohull round Barbados record holders with a time of 4 hours 42 minutes 28 seconds. Andy Budgen, owner of

the charter yacht Monster Project will be back in 2015 to compete in the 89th edition of the race and to defend the title.

For teams looking for competitive one-design racing the Mount Gay Round Barbados Race Series has plenty to offer with a chance to race among the super competitive local J/24 fleet. Although there are several local boats available for charter, the organisers are keen to enhance the number of entries by offering a special shipping package deal for teams from the UK. As expected at the home of Mount Gay Rum, fine Caribbean hospitality will be in full flow throughout the week with a party every night including the legendary Mount Gay Red Cap party.

IaIn Percy leads Racing club has winning formula PartIcIPatIon drIve summIt

AT the 13th International Sailing Summit, taking place 17 November, a trio of key speakers will address a global audience to demonstrate how inspiration and innovation can increase participation and generate business success.

Olympic Gold Medallist Iain Percy OBe will welcome delegates from around the world and record-breaking quadriplegic sailor hilary Lister and Rod Carr, Chairman of UK Sport will headline the Gala Dinner.

A exciting line up of international speakers will front a programme centred on the theme ‘waking up the sailing industry – how sailing needs to modernise, diversify and develop to attract and retain participants’.

Organised by British Sailing, a group association of the British Marine Federation, the event is expected to attract some 150 delegates representing all aspects of their sailing sector from every corner of the globe. It is the perfect event for companies who share the ultimate goal of increasing participation and bringing more business in the future. The summit takes place in Amsterdam the day before the world-renowned Marine equipment Trade Show.

Iain Percy OBe, Olympic madallist and Team Manager for Artemis Racing, said: “The recent America’s Cup was a real breakthrough in making sailing mainstream; it was the first time I’d heard lots of my non-sailing friends saying they were staying up to watch the racing and that sentiment was echoed around the world. The sport was shown in such a great light. As an industry we now have to build on that excitement to continue to attract newcomers and grow the sport. Getting more people enjoying time on the water ensures the whole sector benefits.”

The hISC Get Racing Club, launched in April 2014, has, over the course of this year enabled 200 sailors to get on the water to learn key racing techniques, improve their confidence and gain valuable racing skills and experience.

The initiative has been hailed a resounding success and has provided adult members at the club with a unique opportunity to learn from highly experienced volunteer ‘racing mentors’ in a fun and learning environment and all for no cost.

An average of 20 sailors have attended each of the 10 events with around 10-12 boats taking part in each session. The boats have been a mixture of hISC owned RS Ventures (which have been made available for use free of charge) and member owned boats including Wayfarers, RS200s, RS Q’bas, Lasers and Solos.

The events have been fantastically supported by a dedicated group of nearly 30 volunteer hISC racing mentors, including Olympic medallists, who have given up their time and experience to coach participants both on and off the water on selected Saturdays throughout

the season. From the very first event, which took place under inauspicious conditions in April 2014 (storm clouds and a huge force seven squall) to the final event which took place in October, again with an un-inviting forecast, the initiative has grown from strength to strength and successfully bridged the gap between getting less experienced members on the water and learning to race in a fun and informal format. hISC club member and sailing coach, Melvyn Cooper has been the inspiration and founder of the highly successful initiative and has been a constant driving force. he said: “It’s been fantastic to see so many people getting involved with this initiative over the season; sailors taking part in GRC events have met other members for the first time and sailed together in the club RS Ventures; it’s become a very sociable event! We look forward to developing the initiative further and getting more participants involved next season.”

Winter shore-based social/workshops and an end of season party are now being planned.

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RYA aims to make new friends An RYA scheme to introduce friends and family to the benefits of RYA membership has received positive feedback from both new and existing members.

Launched at the end of June the RYA the ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme offers new members 25 per cent discount on the price of their chosen membership type and the referring member receives a special thank you gift of either an exclusive RYA branded umbrella or five litre RYA branded dry bag from OverBoard once the friend or family member has signed up.

With membership at 103,000 members, the RYA is keen to encourage even more members to take advantage of the Refer a Friend scheme and inspire more people to join the association.

Conor Swift, RYA Membership Development Manager, says: “As well as benefiting from unlimited access to specialist and technical advice, bespoke support from our experts, the latest news and access to countless money saving offers and discounts, every new member adds their voice in support of the work of the RYA ensuring that legislators, regulators and other authorities understand and take account of recreational boating activity.

“The more members we have, the louder our voice to act on members behalf to protect their freedom to use the water responsibly, with the minimum of restrictions. We work extremely hard to make a difference to members’ boating, but imagine what we could do with a few more members.” www.rya.org.uk/go/refer

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HRH honours heroes 771 Squadron

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Fairline’s Future

leading British luxury Motor Yacht manufacturer, Fairline Boats is preparing for an extensive new product introduction programme.

Fairline has invested in two new appointments to support the upcoming programme. Stefan Whitmarsh joins as Head of engineering and Ben Harrison as engineering Manager, both based at Fairline’s headquarters in Oundle.

CloCking oFF late

Be transported to 18th-century london as the National Maritime Museum celebrates its Ships, Clocks and Stars: the Quest for longitude exhibition and the gregarious Georgians with an evening of themed events. On 13 November, guests to the ‘late’ can expect live music, wigmaking and will even be able to take their own #GeorgianSelfie.

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Outstanding acts of skill and gallantry during air and sea rescues were recognised at a national charity’s awards ceremony.

The charity’s Patron, HRH The Princess Royal presented the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society’s Skill and Gallantry Awards to mariners and air crew from across the UK. The awards started in 1851, highlighting the continuing reliance on the skill and bravery of individuals in

rescuing lives and dealing with other emergencies at sea.

Among this year’s recipients were the helicopter crew of ‘Rescue 193’ from 771 Squadron, RnAS Culdrose in Cornwall.

They rescued five French fishermen from a sinking vessel in high winds and near complete darkness off the Cornish coast. Petty Officer Russell Adams, also from 771 Squadron, RnAS Culdrose, was recognised for his role in a separate incident a few months later. Despite

having to battle 30ft waves and being submerged himself, he retrieved all of the fishermen from their vessel before it was wrecked.

Other recipients were RnLI Helmsman Derek Pusey from Cardigan Lifeboat Station for his part in the rescue of two men stranded on a ledge and in danger of being swept out to sea. His colleague, Crewman Clive Williams was also honoured for swimming to the casualties, climbing on to the rocks and

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NEW KIT

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ZK Seaboots

Zhik’s ZK Seaboots™ promise extreme weather protection, using neoprene, rubber and merino to provide unparalleled warmth, flexibility and total protection.

AAS TESTED: These unique, exciting-looking boots performed exceptionally well in terms of comfort with their protective foot-hugging fit, and provided instant warmth thanks to their combination of Hydromerino® lining and neoprene. The gaitor/ drawstring feature and sealed uppers worked perfectly to eliminate water ingress, whilst the lightweight flexi-sole and aggressive grip made walking up a wave-washed vertical deck simple as. A top purchase this winter!

RRP: £209 www.zhik.com

Furling battens

Lots more kit tried and tested on our website: www.allatsea.co.uk

Winter jackets

New for winter 2014, Slam’s snug fleece-lined Porto Cervo Jackets feature fully taped seems, fleece lined pockets, adjustable cuffs and draw cords. Fully waterproof with a high collar and hood, they promise to keep the worst of the winter at bay whilst ticking all the style boxes. Team branding can be added.

RRP: £125 www.slamuk.com

Primrose Fry Technologies Ltd’s innovative Flatten furling battens are engineered to roll up smoothly, neatly and reliably and are made for 22 to 50ft yachts. Built for durability in all conditions, when furled, the sail holds a tighter furl than with no battens at all. Once unfurled, Flattens promise excellent leech control. Special Flatten Pockets are needed, from selected sailmakers.

RRP: from £129.48 www.PF-Technologies.com

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Active-fit salopettes

In response to a growing desire for more active-fit garments, Musto’s BR1 Race Salopettes are designed for full waterproof protection in a lightweight, breathable hi-fit model.

AAS TESTED: Tested on several coastal cruises, these salopettes delivered bonedry performance even when things got animated on deck. They proved comfy to wear over long periods, thanks to the stretchy shoulder panels and articulated seat and knees. Slim-fit, lightweight and very packable.

Teamed with the BR1 jacket, an ideal outfit for active cruising sailors.

RRP: £155 www.musto.com

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SHORE STYLE

With an eye for detail and a passion for all things nautical, fashion journalist Georgia Pitt ensures you step from boat to shore in seamless style with a round-up of the latest trends.

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Bags of style

Stepping from boat to bar this winter you will need a bag that will stand up to any outfit choice. This crossbody bag from Village England does just that; made from beautiful leather, the details are kept simple, the chunky buckle on the front is the only exception. Perfectly sized for all your essentials, you can be sure they will be kept safe whilst climbing on and off the boat.

RRP: £150 www.villageengland.com

Charming memento

Sail-away style

Quba has updated its iconic X10 jacket collection with new colourways whilst maintaining the same technical details as before, and now a lovely fleece lined collar adds another level of warmth.

The jacket gives the nautical vibe that has become a signature of Quba’s collections, from bags to tees and wash bags to armchairs, the sail cloth style is paramount throughout.

RRP: £325 www.quba.com

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Take the sea with you wherever you go this winter. Ideal as a keepsake or a gift is this charm from Links of London. The simple silver allows the design do all the speaking, with gentle curves forming the seashell shape and a pearl peeking from the inside. Hot stamped with the Links of London symbol, offering a seal of approval.

RRP: £45 www.linksoflondon.com

Fancy foot work

Smarten up with a pair of shoes this winter; try a pair from J Shoes with welted soles - their range is built to last. Take this pair, made from durable super soft leather, the buckles offer a look of distinction, while the perfect stitching and tan colouring keeps it classic. www.jshoesonline.co.uk RRP: £115

Cabin comforts

As it gets colder and the nights draw in, the days of lounging on deck have far gone in the UK, and it’s time to get comfortable in your cabin. Do it in style; some slippers are updated with jazzy new patterns and colours, but for a simple sense of luxury, this pair from Just Sheepskin is hard to resist. Available for both men and women.

RRP: £65 www.justsheepskin.com

Ocean tech evolution

Laced up

Lace was a huge trend over the summer, and it doesn’t seem to be going anywhere for winter.

This top from Fat Face is part of its winter collection, fitted over a cotton soft jersey base. Layer it, so it works from the deck to the pontoon with a pair of jeans and chunky knit. www.fatface.com RRP: £40

Top transition Take an outfit from day to night with a jumper that can easily make the transition. This top from Nougat London does just that, made from incredibly soft wool. Wear with cropped trousers and fitted black coat for a chic evening outfit, or team with a pair of jeans for an easy day outfit.

RRP: £130 www.nougatlondon.co.uk

Musto is renowned for incredible sailing gear, and it has taken what it has learnt from its technical products and the shore side apparel, combining them to create the Evolution Collection.

This Fiennes Down Parka has been developed from the HPX Ocean Jacket.

Filled with luxurious duck down and fleece lined, it is the perfect blend of ocean technology and shore style.

RRP: £350 www.musto.com

t s e b s Falmouth bite

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Lifelong food and drink enthusiast, Penny Hopkins, blends a background in hospitality with keen journalistic skills, travelling far and wide in search of a tasty bite - by boat, foot and bike.

Cornwall, with Dive deep into pirate’s eks that are a wonderful cre al eaches, tropic b l fu ti u a e b , dream than eating choices re o m d n a s n garde a fish slice at! you can shake

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We visited during the annual Oyster Fest, which opens the season in October, and draws a wide crowd to enjoy the food and music.

2015’s event takes place 15-18 October – book your berth early!

In Falmouth itself there is a huge choice of places to eat, with fun cafés competing with more serious restaurants - most enjoying glorious views over the Fal Estuary or out to sea. Quality is high and local produce well respected.

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Rick Stein’s Fish offers some great light bites, ideal if you like to try lots of different flavours and get bored with raw oysters. The other advantage of this place is that you can usually get in - they don’t take reservations - and I haven’t been turned away, whereas I will have to wait to try The Wheelhouse, which was highly recommended, so try it if you can.

Pick of Falmouth’s finest Top for seafood and crab - The Wheelhouse - Need to book, they run two sittings. Situated down Upton Slip, these guys are so busy they don’t even have a sign! (01326 318050)

The most popular plate is definitely the fish and chips but during the Oyster Fest they add some groovy ‘specials’ to the menu and I had to try them.

Beyond Falmouth

Top pub, Pandora Inn, boasts a wonderful setting and really good daily specials. Ruby-red aged beef from the Lizard caught my eye as I was all fished out, but my neighbours always come for the mussels as they say the cream and butter sauce is first class.

Their most popular plate is the local catch of the day Fish and Ships or the Pandora Fish Pie. I like their ‘wine of the month’ option too. (01326 372678)

First off - tempura oysters with sesame seeds and lime, light as a puff of air with a crisp soft chew. Still had room, so next I tried the trio of Parmesan cream oysters, interesting, but not as good as the tempura. Washed down with good house Muscadet.

All the starters I would highly recommend, as well as the salt ‘n’ pepper prawns and chilli squid.

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Hottest coffee – Espressini - There’s a new tiny branch opposite the Stable but the main hub is on central Killigrew Street. Serious about coffee choice and a great little menu. (01326 311633).

Maybe coming by boat would be safer then those narrow roads - or boat to Mylor Bridge and then walk. Parking is tight on sunny days and weekends.

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Also beyond Falmouth, Potager Glass House is well worth a visit - a dream of a working garden rediscovered, that has recently opened up its handbuilt (by Mark, local boat builder) greenhouse on Fridays and weekends. Wonderful atmosphere. Very happy families either playing ping pong in another glasshouse or eating cakes and drinking tea, or resting after a session in the garden – Friday helpers get rewarded with a cream tea! Breton baker Awen makes all the breads from sour dough base, with a very interesting long stir and overnight prove method.

Well worth spending some time here; opens from breakfast till tea-time. (01326 341258)

Best bread - Baker Tom - This artisan baker has four bases now, and you could do worse than coming into town from the boat and loading up with fresh breads, a few saffron buns, some Cornish cream and cheese from the deli and heading off for a picnic. (01326 318221) Fastest fish and chips - Harbour Lights – On the quay near the Stable; eat in or take out. (01326 316934).

Top veggie choice - The Wildebeest - On Arwenack Street. (01326 210602)

Flushing to Mylor Bridge 5 miles there and back This is a beautiful walk following the coastal path from Flushing (see link right to start from Falmouth) to Mylor Bridge with a welcome café Castaways at the end.

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need to know Falmouth Tourism Maritime Museum Electric bikes at Penryn Local cycling suggestions Local walks

www.falmouth.co.uk (inc info on the all-important ferry services) www.nmmc.co.uk www.batribike.com www.falmouth.co.uk/see-and-do/cycling www.falmouth.co.uk/see-and-do/walking

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GEOFF HOLT

YJA YACHTSMAN OF THE YEAR 2010

BY ROYAL WETWHEELS APPOINTMENT

THE Wetwheels charity ended its boating season for 2014 in a right royal style, when, at his personal request, The Earl of Wessex visited our Portsmouth-based boat to see for himself the work we have been doing over the past two years.

The occasion of his visit was used to make two significant announcements for the charity, which firstly included a 37 percent increase in participation figures over 2013 (to a total of 1224 people). Secondly, we were delighted to announce the launch of the Wetwheels

Hamble Appeal, which will see a Wetwheels vessel based at the new Prince Philip Yacht Haven on the Hamble for the benefit of local disabled and disadvantaged communities.

WINNING FORMULA

Since setting up the charity a couple of years ago, it was clear we had hit upon a winning formula. There are, I believe, several reasons for that success.

Firstly, we are the only powerboating charity in the UK compared to more

than 200 sailing charities. Sailing is not 200 times more popular than powerboating, of course not! But by diverting the majority of charity funding and resources to sailing, it excludes many thousands of disabled people who cannot actually sail for some reason – these people are being denied access to the water.

Wetwheels is not a trip boat, on the contrary. Everyone, regardless of age or disability can not only access the water on Wetwheels, but they can drive the boat too. The boat can go at speeds of up to 40 knots but speed is not the main factor and, as I explained to HRH Prince Edward, it is being on the water where the magic happens and it does not matter if that is sailing or motoring – with Wetwheels we have removed the final barrier for those for whom sailing is not an option.

‘I explained to HRH Prince Edward, it is being on the water where the magic happens and it does not matter if that is sailing or motoring…’

A ROYAL THUMBS UP

The Prince was keen to hear that we already have a sister ship operating in Jersey and we have plans to locate a further five vessels around the UK over the next five years.

During his visit, His Royal Highness also met Dan Giddings, a 17-year old student with cerebral palsy from the Treloar’s College in Alton, and Anne Savage, a local resident from Portsmouth. Both are wheelchair users who have enjoyed trips out on Wetwheels in the Solent.

Speaking after the visit Anne Savage, who has chronic arthritis, said: “I feel honoured to be part of this occasion. It’s wonderful being on Wetwheels. You have the freedom of the seas and are away from the usual drag of life.”

Teenager Dan said he didn’t know what to expect from the visit but was very excited. After meeting the Prince he declared him to be “someone who knew what he was talking about…”

We have had many highlights this year, not least the privilege of taking out a hundred or so older folks with dementia; for them, their families and their care providers, it is clear we have tapped into a rich vein of amazing opportunities with profound outcomes for all involved – every trip providing incredible and memorable stories. It was a great honour to have the Earl of Wessex give us recognition for all of our hard work this year. www.wetwheels.co.uk

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Solent based dinghy sailor david henshall is now a well known writer and speaker on topics covering the rich heritage of all aspects of lesiure boating.

Sailing then and now

David Thomas designs are a mainstay of the Round the Island Race (indeed, David was a past winner of the Gold Roman Bowl).

Here, the Sigma 38 Yoda competes.

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The Wizard of Warsash A look at the life and legacy of legendary yacht designer, david thomas

In the years immediately following the end of WWII, something of an explosion happened in the world of dinghy sailing.

Easy to build, own and sail dinghies would bring leisure boating to a far wider population, thanks to Jack Holt (1912 – 1995), the ‘Wizard of Putney’, whose designs were at the heart of the dinghy sailing revolution.

Fast forward 30 years and the ‘baby boomer generation’ found themselves growing out of the Enterprise, GP14 and Solo and needing something bigger.

David Thomas would be the man with the insight to design a whole range of small keelboats destined to provide an important stepping stone into the world of cruisers and cruiser racing.

Little wonder then that David, who sadly passed away recently, could well be described as the ‘Wizard of Warsash’, for in so many ways his boats can be seen as in the same light as those of Holt.

In the boom era for small cruisers, David Thomas designs quickly got the reputation for being affordable, accessible, hassle-free and offering the all-important ‘value for money’. Again, much like Holt’s, David Thomas’s designs seem able to stand the test of time, for the simple reason that they are all ‘damn good boats’. More importantly, the news of David’s death, at the age of 82, means that one of the last remaining links to a

generation of inspirational thinkers and builders has been broken.

MAn of MAny tAlents When David was born in Southampton in 1932, the sport of leisure sailing was still in its infancy and what development there was would soon be curtailed by the war years. With the Southampton Docks being constantly bombed, the Thomas family moved out to Eling, nestled above the massive container port that is today such a visible feature of the west side of Southampton.

It was here that David started spending more and more time on the water.

Already the signs were there that he had an eye for not only innovation but an easy writing style when describing his exploits. As he grew towards the point at which a formal career beckoned, David was faced with a number of choices. But, like so many young men, the lure of seeing the world now that it was at peace proved a strong draw and would eventually lure him off to sea.

Ten years of extensive travel saw David now holding a Master’s Ticket, but at the same time wanting to ‘drop anchor’ and return to a shore-based life.

Thus it was that he set out on what would be the second phase of a multifaceted career, this time as a journalist and Editor at Yachting World. Home was

His many successful designs made David a true ‘wizard’ of the drawing board.

now the River Hamble, which at the time was in the process of becoming one of the hottest dinghy hubs in the whole of the UK. For recreation, David raced in the toughest fleet of all, the Merlin Rockets, but at the same time through his work with the magazine, he had become involved in the Trial Series for a boat to replace the Finn as the Olympic singlehander.

Working closely with local boatbuilder Jack Chippendale (who would himself go on to stake his own place in history) David developed the Unit singlehanded dinghy, which came so close to success only to be overtaken at the final trials in Holland. Even so, David remained proud of his first real design, and later, with the hindsight of almost 50 years, accepted that he and Jack Chippendale could have done more. However, at the time, both builder and designer had already come to the conclusion that whatever happened in the trials, the winner would be the Contender, so the Unit project was gently laid to rest.

David was able to console himself with some great results at the Merlin Rocket Championships, but by now Big brother to the Sonata, the Thomas-designed Impala offered the all round ability of a pleasantly equipped cruiser and a racer with winning credentials. Image Courtesy Bertrand Malas

David Thomas learning to sail his Unit at the 1965 IYRU Trials at Weymouth. Credit: The Thomas family

his skills as a designer were starting to become recognised in the world of cruisers and offshore sailing. His rapidly developing skills as a helmsman would also bring him widespread acclaim, none more so than when he found his abilities being valued at the wheel of an America’s Cup 12 Metre.

Bending the rules David continued designing and after the success of his Elizabethan 31, he next found that he was being drawn into the world of the International Offshore Rule (IOR). It would be in the IOR boats that the innovation of the designer would be tested to the limit, in order to best exploit the marked peculiarities of the Rule. David had already had enjoyed success at finding ways around a rulebook when he found a loophole that enabled him to design nitro, a radical Merlin Rocket. Whilst designing dinghies he is often overlooked as being one of the first exponents - if not the first - of what would become the spinnaker chute.

With his design credentials established, David’s work would now expand across the whole range of yacht sizes, from round the world racers to a veritable

armada of small weekend yachts ideally suited to the Solent.

Harking back to his time in dinghies, David was quick to recognise that owners of yachts no longer wanted to be taking speculative gambles on the design of their yacht, with the future clearly belonging to the one design boats.

What followed was an amazing range of designs such as the Sonata. Impala and Sigma, which were all very much aimed at the casual, even ‘weekend’ sailor. These boats seemed to bring out the best of their helms and crews, regardless of how novice or experienced they may be.

In more recent years, David was still drawing up lines for popular boats, with the Hunter range being an ever-present sight out on the water. He also returned one more time to the dinghy world, with his cheeky design for the Foxer, which with its brightly coloured sail is raced with some light hearted yet intense competition at venues such as the Hamble.

Sadly David has now gone, but there is no doubt that he leaves the world of leisure boating and racing with an incredible legacy of wonderful boats that will bring pleasure to many for a long time to come.

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SMALL AT SEA JUST FOR KIDS

Go windsurfing FACT time

Want to know more about windsurfing? Check out the RYA Go Windsurfing! Book, which is all about windsurfing for young people. You’ll read all about how and where to get started, about the board and rig and how to put them together. You’ll pick up tips on understanding the wind and how to take your windsurfing to the next level once you’re hooked. There’s also a whole load of amazing windsurfing facts for you to enjoy, a quiz and useful words for you to learn. You can buy a copy from the RYA shop at www.rya.org.uk

Know your knots Learn how to tie a clove hitch; it is quick and easy to tie and is useful for securing fender lines to guardrails.

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You’ll be sent a quarterly newsletters from ‘Bob the Buoy’ your junior mascot, crammed full of stories and quizzes, facts and pictures. You also have your own dedicated Junior Members area on the RYA website where you’ll find the latest news, picture gallery, your stories, games and lots more. www.rya.org.uk

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Business woman and British Power Boat Champion Shelley Jory-Leigh, from Hampshire, is one of the UK’s leading powerboat racers and the top female in the world. In her spare time she runs a bridal business.

SHELLEY JORY-LEIGH

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Girl power

Teen transformed by once-in-a-lifetime opportunity “IF anyone asked me if they should get involved in ThunderCat racing, my answer would definitely be ‘yes’.

After a season’s racing, my whole life is different; before I started racing I was shy and not very confident, I didn’t like doing anything out of character.”

Zoe Smillie (18) won a competition in January to form the first all-female ThunderCat team, fully supported and trained by the Microlink company, ThunderCat Racing and new sponsor Kingfisher Fire and Security.

Ian Blacker, director of Kingfisher Fire and Security, is no stranger to powerboat racing having raced most of his life across the world and is currently racing alongside Class One in the newly formed V1 class.

Thanks to Ian’s support and encouragement to get new blood into the sport, Zoe was paired up with an equally interesting competition winner – mother of two, nurse by day, new lady racer at the weekends, Demelza Johns.

ADRENALINE RUSH Reflecting on her first season as a powerboat racer, Zoe said: “I am not really sure why I thought ThunderCat racing would be a good idea, but after convincing my mum to let me try out for the new all-girls team that was being advertised, I fell in love with it.

“I wouldn’t have even thought about racing if it wasn’t for the amazing

sponsorship deal on offer. Without Kingfisher Fire and Security supporting our racing I wouldn’t be able to do it; so I am so thankful to Ian Blacker for giving me this awesome opportunity to be able to take part in the ThunderCat Racing UK, the RYA National Championship series and then the UIM P750 European Championship, which was held on 1-5 October in Gibraltar, as part of the Great Britain team.

“The reason racing is so much fun is because of the adrenalin you get when you’re on that start line waiting for the green flag to drop, and the silence on the beach; you look to your first mark and next thing you know you’re in the boat, racing alongside 12 other boats trying to be the first one there.

“What makes racing even better is the community that comes along with it; these are some of the funniest, kindest, craziest people I have met in my whole life but they are what makes racing worth it. If ever I needed any help I wouldn’t hesitate to ask, as I know everyone tries their hardest to help as much as they can.

“ThunderCat racing has definitely changed my life and if somebody told me a year ago I would be where I am today because of racing I wouldn’t believe them; racing has made me a better, more confident person and for that I am so grateful.” www.thundercatracing.com

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seaward’s suCCess

SEAwARD Boats, builders of rugged all-weather nelson leisure and commercial boats, has reported a ten-fold increase in trials of its new Seaward 25 E 14 twin-screw motor cruiser since its launch at September’s PSP Southampton Boat Show.

The Seaward yard currently has new versions of the Seaward 23, 29 and 35 in build, due to launch shortly. All three incorporate the new options and features pioneered in the 25 E 14, including the adjustable stand-up/ sit down steering position, improved interior, and more comfortable cockpit layout options.

ClassiC restored

A classic 1930s Gentleman’s Launch had been left derelict in a barn for over 35 years when a local businessman, from Poole, Dorset bought the 22ft British Power Boat Company runabout on eBay in October 2013.

Boat builders, CServe, were appointed to carefully restore the boat for the owner - a local sailing and powerboat collector.

Leading marine sound and exhaust specialists, Halyard, was then given the difficult brief of fitting the boat with modern sound and vibration reduction solutions.

Chris Somner, owner of CServe Ltd, commented: “The client is delighted with the final result - a discreet, vibration free installation of a 180hp 1950s Chris-Craft 283 V8, from Halyard, into a beautiful piece of English marine history.”

He added: “The boat will be put to good use by our client, who will be showing it at classic boat venues across Europe and will also use it for picnics on Poole Harbour.”

Image: Barry Pickthall/PPL

suzuki stops outboard theft In a marine industry first, Suzuki GB, together with Datatag, has developed an electronic security identification system specifically for outboard motors.

The system is designed to act as both a deterrent against theft and as a powerful way to recover in the event of a theft, using an ‘electronic fingerprint’ that is virtually impossible to remove.

The police can establish the outboard motor’s true identity from the tamper evident registration number, one of the ‘stealth’ ultra-violet etchings or one of the 1000 Datadots® applied to every motor, even if the outboard motor has been modified or painted.

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Solent adventureS

Cruising log SunSAil uK chArter - GeorGie corlett reportS

Gliding out of the lock from Sunsail’s uK charter base at Port Solent at 7am on an autumnal Friday morning, the world seemed still; yet the air was filled with potential for adventure. the narrowest of channels led from the lock and threaded its way off into the distance towards Portsmouth Harbour, its confines accentuated by the lowest of low tides.

A steaming round of coffee was brought on deck to ward off the early morning chill, as we left port Solent behind. An informative and professional handover had been made the day before by the Sunsail uK team, and the Beneteau Sunsail Match First 40 (one of Sunsail’s matched fleet of 30 boats) was our home for the next four days.

We had been pleased to find the yacht and its equipment in excellent condition, there was even a welcome pack of basic necessities on board. the staff were happy to answer all of our questions, and we were assured that assistance would be provided via a 24/7 helpline number should we encounter any breakages or difficulties during our charter. then, after a quick provisioning trip to the nearby tesco, we kicked off our little break away with a relaxed meal at one of port Solent’s many restaurants, whilst finalising the plans for our voyage. With a varied forecast, we set several

contingencies in place.

Plan A – round the back

Although dramatic rumbles of thunder and lashings of rain had plagued our preparations the previous day, on the morning of our departure the sun was bursting through the clouds, and with a brisk breeze building from the south, we decided to stick with plan A, heading east out of the Solent.

We had our sights on poole, but, wanting an ambitious sail for our first day, set course for the back of the isle of Wight. reaching Bembridge, we had a taste of what was to come as the sea state livened and breeze stiffened. time to reef!

Despite the reduced sail area, the F40 felt nicely balanced and handled well, as we tacked offshore to clear St catherine’s point, careful to coincide our passage with slack water. then, with the well-known lighthouse blinking us by from several miles inshore, we set course on a reach as the next leg came into view - the southern coastline of the island now showing us an impressive vista. With the sun out and barely another boat in sight, our passage was exhilarating yet controlled - coastal sailing at its best. the old harry rocks stood as sentries to calmer waters as poole harbour entrance came into view, whilst in the distance the needles and sweeping cliffs of Freshwater Bay were still visible.

As we wended our way into poole harbour, admiring the picturesque shoreline, i was struck by the beauty of our surroundings. So often when out on the water, i find my attention so

wrapped up with sailing the boat that the stunning backdrop against which we undertake our sport becomes very much, well, simply, part of the scenery.

Sunsail may well operate charters in some 30 countries worldwide, from the Med to the South pacific, but the opportunity to take time to explore the amazing sailing waters on our very own doorstep is certainly not to be under-estimated. that evening, we celebrated mastering 60 spectacular nautical miles of the British coastline with a

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Big boat sailing not for you? dinghy cruising offers adventure and a sense of freedom - and is on the up! the Cody Sailing Club organises several dinghy day sails every year, with a safety protocol in place, as Gordon Keyte reports. picture the scene - a small group of dinghies sail out of the hurst narrows with the tide behind them, heading towards the needles in glorious summer weather. the flotilla has set off in company from lymington, with the aim of sailing to Alum Bay. they’re accompanied by three yachts (also sailed by members of the cody club) who are in contact

by VhF and can provide support if needed. A near perfect force three to four ensures that the dinghies

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Cruising agenda

very British supper of pie and chips at The Stable. Fortunately, it was then an easy amble back to our berth at Poole Quay Boat Haven, for a wellearned early night.

A more leisurely start the next day saw us motoring out of Poole Harbour, with a dramatic rainbow arcing over the shoreline behind us. Setting the autopilot, we ghosted along in the lightest of zephyrs under sunny skies, with mid-morning tea and cake to celebrate a birthday on board.

Despite intentions of cruising further west, an adverse forecast for the following day dictated we curb our ambitions. Instead we sailed quite happily downwind under a now-lively westerly, heading back towards the Solent, maxing our boat speed out at an impressive 12 knots.

Running up the south channel, we marvelled - between gybes - at the colossus of The Needles, before joining the gaggle of other boats racing the tide through the Hurst Narrows, now seemingly in slow motion.

This being a sunny Saturday afternoon, the Solent was filled with a stream of sails of all shapes and sizes. No wonder then that the small marina at Yarmouth was filling up fast, as we pulled into the pretty little harbour and rafted up for the evening.

arrive at Alum Bay well in time for lunch – eaten under the many hued cliffs with the dinghies hauled up on the beach. There’s time to explore this rarely visited corner of the Isle of Wight, after which the dinghies continue on to The Needles and its lighthouse, before turning back for Lymington. The fleet arrive back at Lymington in time to visit a local hostelry before the journey home.

Planning a dinghy cruise

Dinghy cruising is much more accessible than you may think, albeit with some careful planning needed.

Day sailing with a group of experienced day sailors is an ideal stepping stone between safety-boat monitored club sailing and day sailing on your own. The Cody Club’s cruises are always planned with regard to the tidal streams – which can easily be faster than a dinghy in very light winds.

Blessed for the third day in a row with fair winds, we headed out of Yarmouth and hoisted the main, unfurling the headsail and setting course towards Cowes. With a favourable tide, we were soon whisked along the Solent, dodging the Sunday morning race series as we went. As we entered the eastern Solent, a fleet of Sunsail F40s gathering for a start caught our attention - feet racing being one of the main activities organised throughout the year by the Sunsail Events team at Port Solent, alongside hospitality days. This was round seven of the Sunsail Racing Series, and the last before the grand final. Bets were quickly placed as we watched the closely-matched fleet march off towards their first mark in the distance.

After a leisurely sail onwards to the Forts and back, it was time to drop the anchor in the relative shelter of Osbourne Bay. Bimini up, tunes on, and a delightful luncheon of sandwiches, cuppa soup and cake was served on deck. Then, with the first tell tale signs of the forecast gales approaching, a gentle cruise under headsail only took us around the corner and into the Medina, carefully steered to avoid the exclusion zone surrounding the new breakwater. We were greeted with a warm welcome at Cowes Yacht Haven, with its excellent facilities, before squaring the boat away for what was to be a windy night ahead - and heading ashore for a customary ‘welcome drink’

An experienced member is chosen to act as Officer of the Day (OOD) and it is his or her job to assess weather conditions – especially wind strength, based on the suitability of participating dinghies and equipment, the experience and fitness of helms and crew. If necessary they will rearrange crews to ensure that each boat is suitably manned.

The aim is to sail in company, so a vessel with a similar speed to a Wayfarer, GP14, Sport 14, Comet Duo or Trio, Laser2000, or Enterprise means that the fleet can naturally stay together.

On arrival at the launch site (either a public slipway or a friendly sailing

in the Pier View. As our final morning dawned, the smell of bacon butties wafted from below decks. A quick poke out of the hatch confirmed that the breeze was finally abating, and all was looking fair for a gentle sail downwind towards Port Solent.

We began by experimenting with the time-honoured cruising technique of poling out the jib. But, with a substantial symmetric spinnaker on board and the wind still very light, it was too much to resist the temptation of setting additional sail area. Although the F40 normally races with up to 12 on board, we were just five in number, so short-handed to say the least. However, with plenty of spinnaker experience between us, we were able to hoist and handle the spinnaker confidently, and so coax a few extra knots of boat speed.

Finally, picking up the channel markers to take us back in to Portsmouth Harbour, we reflected on our experience. Whilst we may certainly have been wearing plenty more waterproofs than customers who chose Sunsail’s more exotic charter options, our charter more than lived up to its reputation for quality and service, and we had had a fantastic opportunity to discover some of the world’s finest cruising waters – which just so happen to be right on our very doorstep! www.sunsail.com

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club) the dinghies are rigged and equipment checked, including oars or paddles, first aid gear, smoke signals, etc. This is followed by a briefing given by the OOD who will confirm the objective, course and muster locations to be followed, ensuring that time spent crossing shipping lanes is as short as possible. Once afloat the dinghies sail in

loose company, making sure that they are close enough to read each others sail numbers. In the event of a capsize or gear failure the fleet will heave to in the vicinity of the problem boat and provide assistance if requested by the OOD. Day sailing is a skill that involves experience and knowledge and that may be easily learned in company – a fun way to discover dinghy cruising!

The Cody Sailing Club, which is based at Farnborough, takes its name from Colonel Cody, the famous aviation pioneer. The club strongly encourages new members. The club is a recognised RYA Training Centre and tuition is provided to RYA standards, covering RYA Levels 1, 2 and Seamanship Skill. Training is conducted at locations to mirror the day sail conditions.

The club also organises long weekend sailing camps, at Poole Harbour, Chichester Harbour and also at Rutland Water. The club organises a two-week sailing/ camping holiday each year, based on farm sites in the West Country, which includes some night sailing.

Yacht cruiser rallies are also popular. www.codysailingclub.co.uk

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Winterising

top tips

When putting your boat to bed for the winter there are a few things to consider to protect it through the winter months, explains RYA Chief Instructor, Motor Cruising and Power, Rachel Andrews.

This list is by no means exhaustive but it will give you a few top tips.

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Where possible, remove the batteries and keep them warm and dry over the winter, fully charged or topped up at least every four to six weeks. Batteries left uncharged for long periods may need to be replaced completely.

If you’re unable to remove batteries or if the boat is staying on its mooring, leave them fully topped up and regularly recharged, as full batteries are less likely to freeze in subzero temperatures.

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Use it. The best way to winterise a boat is to use it as it’s designed to move! A boat contains a multitude of systems that hate inactiv ity – particularly the engine. There are plenty of other items that would benefit from winterisation but if you decide not to use your boat in the winter and only do one thing, do it on the engine.

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Check the gearbox or outdrive oil and replace if it looks cloudy or milky.

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Whether your boat is being hauled out for the winter or not, fill your fuel tank to prevent condensation, which in turn prevents the growth of diesel bug.

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Check the water pump impeller and consider replacing it when de-winterising in case the blades have deformed over the winter.

Keel cooling systems can be left alone providing they contain the correct water/ antifreeze mixture. This can be checked using a strength tester available from marinas and good car spares outlets. Note that antifreeze has a limited life and if it has to be replaced then it is a good time to replace any suspect hoses. Keep the old hoses as emergency replacements.

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First on the list - general engine cleaning and observation. Shine plenty of light, use a mirror on a stick or a digital camera to see under and behind things. Dry the bilges to prevent corrosion and, if necessary, paint them white to highlight any leaks and drips in the future.

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Relax or remove all belts and protect the drive wheels. Rust on these can chew up a belt very quickly in the new season.

Most diesel engines use either raw water or keel cooling – both of which need attention when winterising.

Raw water systems require draining before leaving for the winter, by closing the water inlet valve, or sea cock, disconnecting a hose from the circulating pump, (unless there is a dedicated tap or plug), then refilling with a strong solution of fresh antifreeze.

Run the engine to fully circulate the new solution. Simply draining the system is unlikely to remove all the water inside, which may then freeze and cause damage over the winter.

Change the engine oil and replace the oil filter before leaving your boat for the winter. Leaving the old oil contaminated with the acidic by-products of combustion inside the engine block will shorten the engine’s life and a neglected oil system will cause expensive damage. Also consider using flushing oil or a flushing additive during the oil change, which helps to remove more of the contaminants.

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Remove the air intake filter and block the intake with an oily rag to prevent rust inside; do the same for the exhaust. Squirt a little oil into the intake and turn over the engine, (without starting), to distribute it over the cylinder walls. Be sure to place a warning about the blocked intake on the engine control panel to prevent anyone turning the engine over.

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Where possible, remove the batteries and keep them warm and dry over the winter, fully charged or topped up at least every four to six weeks. Batteries left uncharged for long periods may need to be replaced completely.

If you’re unable to remove batteries or if the boat is staying on its mooring, leave them fully topped up and regularly recharged, as full batteries are less likely to freeze in subzero temperatures.

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If you’re taking the boat out of the water make sure it is angled bow upwards slightly to enable rain water to run off immediately from covers, decks and cockpit.

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Remove any foodstuffs which may be damaged by the frost or attract unwanted visitors.

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Store all linen, clothing, blankets, curtains, etc, ashore – washed and dry.

Prop the fridge door open – mould will form in less than a week if left closed. Ensure throughventilation. Leave cupboards and drawers open; prop up bunk cushions, leave underberth locker lids open. Get circulation into every possible conceivable nook and cranny.

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Covers should keep water out but allow air to circulate. Proper through-draught will prevent condensation which leads to dry rot, mould and corrosion (especially if left for more than a single season).

The internal freshwater supply system also requires attention. Drain the entire system including tank, pump, calorifier, water filters and all taps, especially shower mixers. Look for any areas where water could still be trapped in pipes. Plastic piping is less vulnerable than copper piping but rigid unions can still be damaged by freezing.

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If you have a water-based central heating system using antifreeze then the same checks carried out to the keel cooled engine system should be applied.

If the system doesn’t use antifreeze then it should be drained as for the freshwater supply.

Ensure tight-fitting covers for deckinstalled electronics and consider spraying behind electronics with water-repellent silicone. Check your navigation lights are still serviceable.

If leaving the boat afloat, check all through-hull fittings for leaks and corrosion. Don’t forget to check your stern glands and repack with grease if appropriate.

Make a list of what you have done to winterise the boat so you remember what to reverse in the spring and leave signs all around the boat so no-one accidentally operates a winterised system.

To find out more about winterising, de-wintering and RYA courses visit www.rya.org.uk

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GUNWHARF QUAYS MARINA Gunwharf Quays Marina Portsmouth PO1 3TZ 02392 836732 VHF Channel 80 www.gunwharf-quays.com/ gunwharf-quays-marina marina@gunwharf-quays.com

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THE marina was originally built in 2000. It has 490 metres of usable alongside pontoon moorings with safe water space to allow for rafting.

Essential pontoon services include ample supplies of electricity and fresh water, free and unlimited WiFi, a complimentary laundry service, 24-hour CCTV and a secure access control system. Marina visitors can enjoy easy access to a nearby fuelling pontoon, as well as subsidised parking in Gunwharf Quays’ award winning car park.

A worthy recipient of the Yacht Harbour Association’s four gold anchor award, this marina has quality shoreside facilities, including individual showers, basins and changing areas.

A notable luxury is the Concierge Service, which lets the marina team book a table at your favourite restaurant. They can also advise on various offers and discounts at nearby stores and restaurants throughout the year.

LOCATED just 200 metres from the entrance to Portsmouth Harbour and situated on the east side of the Harbour, beneath the landmark Spinnaker Tower, is Gunwharf Quays Marina.

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Portsmouth’s Historic Naval Dockyard, this specially designed marina can accommodate power and sail craft up to 79 metres, with a maximum depth of 5.5 metres.

Boasting spacious marina berths with ample space to manoeuver and wide walk-ashore floating pontoons, this premium south coast marina prides itself on offering a raft of dedicated services and facilities, not to mention a unique waterside experience with an excellent mix

of retail, dining and leisure. Annual berth holders are entitled to a Gunwharf Quays Card allowing discounts in many of the 90 premium brand outlets and 30 restaurants and bars.

The location also makes it the perfect destination marina for visitors, with the array of activities nearby – such as cinema and bowling alley - making it particulary attractive to families. Gunwharf Quays is in fact the only marina in the heart of Portsmouth, and enjoys easy transport connections, being within walking distance of all major tourist attractions.

Last but by no means least, the marina boasts a friendly and professional team on hand, dedicated to making every stay enjoyable.

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FOR those arriving by car, Gunwharf Quays Marina is a ten-minute drive from Junction 12 of the M27.

The site is also accessible by seaport, being a five-minute drive from the

Isle of Wight Car ferry terminal, or a ten-minute drive from Portsmouth Commercial Ferry Port.

Portsmouth Harbour station is twominutes walk from Gunwharf Quay’s main entrance, and offers regular

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A coach station is also easily accessible, being a five-minute walk from the marina.

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ON entrance to Portsmouth Harbour, vessels less than 20 metres are required to use the small boat channel on the western side of Portsmouth Harbour.

Once you reach Ballast Pile, contact QHM on VHF 11 for permission to cross Portsmouth Harbour to Gunwharf Quays Marina. This is the same for when departing the marina.

Note that vessels above 48 metres and any vessel with 12 or more paying passengers will require a Pilot.

GUNWHARF Quays was once home to the Royal Navy in the shape of HMS Vernon.

Gunwharf Quays is uniquely located right at the heart of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and within a five-minute walk of the famous HMS Victory, HMS Warrior and the award winning Mary Rose Museum.

Following the Millennium Walk Way East out of Gunwharf Quays, visitors can walk the ancient walls in old Portsmouth, taking in the Round Tower and Square Tower which formed as protection forts for the Navy Base.

Continuing along visitors will find the D-Day Museum documenting Portsmouth’s role in the D-Day Landings.

Next door to the D-Day Museum Visitors will find Southsea Castle, built in 1544 as part of Henry VIII’s fortification of Portsmouth. For those looking to

EXPLORING AFLOAT

WITH its easy access to the Solent and to the south coast, cruising from Gunwharf Quays Marina opens up a plethora of options. Prevailing winds are from the south-west.

Day cruise destinations that are popular include West Cowes, Bembridge on the Isle of Wight, or Beaulieu on the Hampshire mainland.

maximize their downtime by taking advantage of the local leisure facilities, there’s a 24-hour health and fitness club, a contemporary art gallery, nightclub, casino and many more stores and amenities, all within walking distance.

When it comes to eating out, visitors are spoilt for choice with a myriad of options to suit all tastes, located at Gunwharf Quays.

From coffee shops to bars, top class restaurants to casual eateries, examples include delicious Latin tastes at Las Iguanas, to mouth-watering French cuisine at Brasserie Blanc, Italian comfort at Carluccio’s and fresh seafood at Loch Fyne.

Self-caterers will find a handy Tesco Express located on site, whilst for nautical supplies, Youboat Chandlery across the harbour in Gosport is recommended.

For a weekend, Lymington and Yarmouth are both well within easy reach. The Hamble River is another popular location for a night away.

For the more adventurous, Cherbourg and the Channel Islands beckon if you have a week or so to spare. Heading west along the mainland, Weymouth is a great destination for coast-hoppers looking to stretch their sea legs.

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1. PREMIER MARINAS FALMOUTH North Parade, Falmouth, Cornwall. TR11 2TD T: 01326 316620 F: 01326 313939 VHF: 80 E: falmouth@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com 2. MAYFLOWER MARINA Manager: Charles Bush Mayflower Marina, Richmond Walk, Plymouth, Devon PL1 4LS. T: 01752 556633 F: 01752 606896 E: info@mayflowermarina.co.uk www.mayflowermarina.co.uk 3. PLYMOUTH YACHT HAVEN Manager: Laura Whinney Shaw Way, Mount Batten Plymouth, Devon, PL9 9XH T: 01752 404231 E: plymouth@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com 4. YACHT HAVEN QUAY, PLYMOUTH Manager: Will Rahder Breakwater Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 7FE T: 01752 481190 E: boatyard@yachthavenquay.com W: www.yachthavens.com 5. QUEEN ANNE’S BATTERY Manager: Chris Price Queen Anne’s Battery, Plymouth Devon. PL4 0LP T: 01752 671142 F: 01752 266297 E: qab@mdlmarinas.co.uk www.queenannesbattery.co.uk 6. SUTTON HARBOUR MARINA Manager: Mark Brimacombe The Jetty, Sutton Harbour, Plymouth Devon, PL4 0DW T: 01752 204702 E: marina@sutton-harbou.co.uk W: www.suttonharbourmarina.com 7. KING POINT MARINA Manager: Mark Brimacombe Brunel Way, Millbay, Plymouth Devon. PL1 3EF VHF Channel 12 T: 01752 424297 E: marina@kingpointmarina.co.uk www.kingpointmarina.co.uk 8. DARTSIDE MARINE SERVICE CENTRE Manager: Shaw Smith Galmpton Creek, Galmpton, Brixham, Devon. TQ5 0EH T: 01803 845445 F: 01803 843558 W: www.dartsidequay.co.uk 9. BRIXHAM MARINA Manager: Shaw Smith Berry Head Road, Devon. TQ5 9BW T: 01803 882929 F: 01803 882737 E: brixham@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.brixhammarina.co.uk 10. TORQUAY MARINA Manager: Mike Smith Torquay, Devon TQ2 5EQ T: 01803 200210 F: 01803 200225 E: torquaymarina@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.torquaymarina.co.uk

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2-7 1 11. WEYMOUTH MARINA Manager: Alistair Clarke Commercial Road, Weymouth Dorset. DT4 8NA T: 01305 767576 F: 01305 767575 E: berths@weymouthmarina.co.uk W: www.weymouthmarina.co.uk 12. WEYMOUTH HARBOUR Manager/contact - Keith Howorth 13 Custom House Quay, Weymouth Tel - 01305 838423 b.office3@westdorset-weymouth.gov.uk W - www.harbour.weymouth.gov.uk 13. PORTLAND MARINA Manager: Russ Levett Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset. DT5 1DX T: 08454 30 2012 E: berths@portlandmarina.co.uk W: www.portlandmarina.co.uk 14. POOLE QUAY BOAT HAVEN Manager: John Binder Poole Quay Boat Haven, Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset. BH15 1HJ Tel/Fax: 01202 649488 E: info@poolequayboathaven.co.uk W: www.poolequayboathaven.co.uk 15. PORT OF POOLE MARINA Manager: John Binder Poole Quay Boat Haven, Poole Town Quay, Poole, Dorset. BH15 1HJ Tel/Fax: 01202 649 488 E: info@poolequayboathaven.co.uk W: www.poolequayboathaven.co.uk 16. SALTERNS MARINA LTD Manager: Simon Chalk 40 Salterns Way, Lilliput, Poole, Dorset. BH14 8JR T: 01202 709971 F: 01202 700398 E: reception@salterns.co.uk W: www.salterns.co.uk 17. COBB’S QUAY MARINA Manager: Neil Salter Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset. BH15 4EL T: 01202 674299 F: 01202 665217 E: cobbsquay@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.cobbsquaymarina.co.uk

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20. . HAVEN QUAY, LYMINGTON Manager: Ali Neal Mill Lane, Lymington Hampshire, SO41 9AZ T: 01590 677072 E: havenquay@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com 21. HYTHE MARINA VILLAGE Manager: Adrian Gilson The Lock Building, Shamrock Way Hythe, Southampton, Hampshire. SO45 6DY T: 023 8020 7073 E: hythe@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.hythemarinavillage.co.uk 22. OCEAN VILLAGE MARINA Manager: Debbie Burns Marina Office, 2 Channel Way Southampton, Hampshire. SO14 3TG T: 023 8022 9385 E: oceanvillage@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.oceanvillagemarina.co.uk 23. SHAMROCK QUAY Manager: Jonathan Walcroft William Street, Northam, Southampton Hampshire. SO14 5QL T: 023 8022 9461 E: shamrockquay@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.shamrockquay.co.uk 24. SAXON WHARF Manager: Jonathan Walcroft Lower York Street, Northam Southampton. SO14 5QF T: 023 8033 9490 F: 023 8033 5215 E: saxonwharf@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.saxonwharf.co.uk 25. HAMBLE POINT MARINA Manager: Nicholas Parton School Lane, Hamble, Southampton Hampshire. SO31 4NB T: 023 8045 2464 F: 023 8045 6440 E: hamblepoint@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.hamblepointmarina.co.uk

18. . LYMINGTON YACHT HAVEN Manager: Rupert Wagstaff Kings Saltern Road Lymington, Hampshire SO41 3QD T: 01590 677071 VHF CH 80 E: lymington@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

26. PORT HAMBLE MARINA Manager: Colin Jefferies Satchell Lane, Hamble, Southampton Hampshire. SO31 4QD T: 023 8045 2741 F: 023 8045 5206 E: porthamble@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.porthamblemarina.co.uk

19. BUCKLER’S HARD YACHT HARBOUR Harbour Master: Mike Nicholls Harbour Master’s Office, Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour, Beaulieu, Hampshire.

SO42 7XB T: 01590 616200 E: harbour.office@beaulieu.co.uk W: www.beaulieuriver.co.uk

27. MERCURY YACHT HARBOUR Manager: Matthew Leigh Satchell Lane, Hamble, Southampton Hampshire. SO31 4HQ T: 023 8045 5994 F: 023 8045 7369 E: mercury@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.mercuryyachtharbour.co.uk

28. UNIVERSAL MARINA Crableck Lane, Sarisbury Green, Hampshire. SO31 7ZN T: 01489 574272 VHF: 80 E: info@universalmarina.co.uk W: www.universalmarina.co.uk 29. PREMIER MARINAS SWANWICK Swanwick (on the Hamble) Southampton, Hants. SO31 1ZL T: 01489 884081 F: 01489 579073 VHF: 80 E: swanwick@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME 30. TOWN QUAY MARINA Manager: Lex Bancroft Management Office Town Quay, Southampton. SO14 2AQ T: 02380 234397 F: 02380 235302 E: lbancroft@abports.co.uk W: www.townquay.com 31. HASLAR MARINA Manager: Ben Lippiett Haslar Road, Gosport, Hampshire. PO12 1NU T: 023 9260 1201 F: 023 9260 2201 E: berths@haslarmarina.co.uk W: www.haslarmarina.co.uk 32. PREMIER MARINAS GOSPORT Mumby Road , Gosport, Hampshire. PO12 1AH T: 023 9252 4811 F: 023 9258 9541 E: gosport@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com NEW DRY STACK FOR BOATS, 4.5 – 10M! 33. ROYAL CLARENCE MARINA The Bridgehead, Weevil Lane, Gosport, Hampshire.

PO12 1AX T: 023 9252 3523 F: 023 9252 3523 E: info@royalclarencemarina.org W: www.royalclarencemarina.org 34. PREMIER MARINAS PORT SOLENT South Lockside, Port Solent, Portsmouth, Hampshire.

PO6 4TJ T: 023 9221 0765 F: 023 9232 4241 VHF: 80 E: portsolent@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com 35. PREMIER MARINAS SOUTHSEA Fort Cumberland Road Portsmouth, Hampshire.

PO4 9RJ T: 023 9282 2719 F: 023 9282 2220 E: southsea@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com

36. GUNWHARF QUAYS MARINA Manager: Chris Beech (operations manager) Gunwharf Quays Marina office. Gunwharf Quays. Portsmouth. Hampshire PO1 3TZ T: 02392 836732 F: 02392 836704 VHF: Channel 80 E: marina@gunwharf-quays.com W: www.gunwharf-quays.com

ISLE OF WIGHT

37. COWES YACHT HAVEN Manager: Ben Ferris Vectis Yard, High Street, Cowes, PO31 7BD T: (0)1983 299975 F: (0)1983 200332 E: berthing@cowesyachthaven.com W: www.cowesyachthaven.com VHF: Channel 80 38. EAST COWES MARINA Manager: Mike Townshend Britannia Way, East Cowes Isle of Wight. PO32 6UB T: 01983 293983 F: 01983 299276 E: berths@eastcowesmarina.co.uk W: www.eastcowesmarina.co.uk 39. SHEPARDS WHARF MARINA Manager – Jock Rafferty Medina Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight , PO31 7HT T: 01983 297821 F: 01983 294814 E: shepards.chc@cowes.co.uk W: www.shepardswharfmarina.co.uk VHF: Channel 80 Call sign: Shepards Wharf Marina

SOUTH EAST

40. NORTHNEY MARINA Manager: Carl Jarmaine Northney Road, Hayling Island Hampshire. PO11 0NH T: 023 9246 6321 F: 023 9246 1467 E: northney@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.northneymarina.co.uk 41. SPARKES MARINA Manager: Kerry Marriott 38 Wittering Road, Hayling Island Hampshire. PO11 9SR T: 023 9246 3572 F: 023 9246 5741 E: sparkesmarina@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.sparkesmarina.co.uk 42. EMSWORTH YACHT HARBOUR Manager: Neil Brooke Thorney Road, Emsworth, Hants, PO10 8BP T: 01243 377727 F: 01243 373432 E: info@emsworth-marina.co.uk W: www.emsworth-marina.co.uk 43. BIRDHAM POOL MARINA Birdham, Chichester, West Sussex. PO20 7BG T: 01243 512310 F: 01243 513163 E: info@birdhampool.co.uk W: www.birdhampool.co.uk

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50. GILLINGHAM MARINA 173 Pier Road, Gillingham, Kent. ME7 1UB T: 01634 280022 E: berthing@gillingham-marina.co.uk W: www.gillingham-marina.co.uk

56. LOWESTOFT HAVEN MARINA Manager: Bob Beare Lowestoft Haven Marina (twin site), School Road and Hamilton Dock, Marina Office, School Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk. NR33 9NB T: 01502 580300 F: 01502 581851 E: lowerstofthaven@abports.co.uk W: lowestofthavenmarina.co.uk

51. CHATHAM MARITIME MARINA Manager: Alastair Hand The Lock Building, Leviathan Way Chatham Maritime, Kent. ME4 4LP T: 01634 899200 F: 01634 899201 E: chatham@mdlmarinas.co.uk www.chathammaritimemarina.co.uk

57. IPSWICH HAVEN MARINA Manager: Linda Pipe Ipswich Haven Marina, New Cut East, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 0EA T: 01473 236644 F: 01473236645 E: ipswichhaven@abports.co.uk W: pswichhavenmarina.co.uk

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SURREY

52. PENTON HOOK MARINA Manager: Mike Gates Staines Road, Chertsey, Surrey. KT16 8PY T: 01932 568681 F: 01932 567423 E: pentonhook@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.pentonhookmarina.co.uk

BERKSHIRE

53. WINDSOR MARINA Manager: Mike Gates Maidenhead Road, Windsor, Berkshire. SL4 5TZ T: 01753 853911 F: 01753 868195 E: windsor@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.windsormarina.co.uk 54. BRAY MARINA Manager: Mike Gates Monkey Island Lane, Bray, Berkshire. SL6 2EB T: 01628 623654 F: 01628 773485 E: bray@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.braymarina.co.uk

SUFFOLK

55. WOOLVERSTONE MARINA Manager: Trevor Barnes Woolverstone, Ipswich, Suffolk. IP9 1AS T: 01473 780206 F: 01473 780273 E: woolverstone@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.woolverstonemarina.co.uk

44. PREMIER MARINAS CHICHESTER Birdham (Chichester Harbour) West Sussex. PO20 7EJ T: 01243 512731 E: chichester@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME 45. LITTLEHAMPTON MARINA Berthing Manager: Darren Humphries Ferry Road, Littlehampton,West Sussex, BN17 5DS T: 01903 713553 F: 01903 732264 E: sales@littlehamptonmarina.co.uk www.littlehamptonmarina.co.uk 46. LITTLEHAMPTON YACHT CLUB (LYC) Rope House, Rope Walk Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5DH Office: Fiona Boyce: 01903 713 996 Berthing Master: Bill Kellett 01903 732 926 F: 01903 725 911 E: fiona@littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk W: www.littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk

ESSEX

58. FAMBRIDGE YACHT HAVEN Manager: Danyal Adams Chelmsford, CM3 6LU T: 01621 740370 E: fambridge@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

NORFOLK

59. ST OLAVES MARINA Contact: Rona Sporle Beccles Road, Norfolk. NR31 9HX. T: 01493 488500 E: enquiries@stolavesmarina.co.uk W: www.stolavesmarina.co.uk

WALES

60. CARDIFF MARINA Manager: Rob Freemantle Watkiss Way, Cardiff. CF11 OJL T: 02920 396078 F: 02920 345116 E: info@cardiffmarinegroup.com W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk Dry stack for boats up to 30’ 61. MILFORD HAVEN MARINA Manager or contact: Eira Griffiths Marina Control, Cleddau House, Milford Marina, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire SA73 3AF Tel: 01646 796516 E: enquiries@milfordmarina.com W: www.milfordmarina.com VHF: Pierhead CH14, Marina Control CH37

47. PREMIER MARINAS BRIGHTON West Jetty, Brighton, East Sussex.

BN2 5UP T: 01273 819919 F: 01273 675082 E: brighton@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com 48. PREMIER MARINAS EASTBOURNE Sovereign Harbour, North Lockside, Pacific Drive, Eastbourne.

BN23 5BJ T: 01323 470099 F: 01323 470077 sovereignharbour@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME 49. DOVER MARINA Harbour House, Marine Parade Dover, Kent.

CT17 9BU T: 01304 241663 E: marina@doverport.co.uk W: www.doverport.co.uk

62. CONWY MARINA Conwy, LL32 8EP T: 01492 593000 E: Conwy@quaymarinas.com W: www.quaymarinas.com 63. DEGANWY MARINA Manager – Jon Roberts Deganwy, Conwy LL31 9DJ T: 01492 576888 F: 01492 580066 E: Deganwy@quaymarinas.com W: www.quaymarinas.com 64. PENARTH MARINA Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan CF64 1TQ T: 02920 705021 F: 02920 712170 E: penarthoffice@quaymarinas.com W: www.quaymarinas.com 65. NEYLAND YACHT HAVEN Manager: James Cotton Brunel Quay, Pembrokeshire, SA73 1PY T: 01646 601601 E: neyland@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

CUMBRIA

72. RHU MARINA Contact: Suzanne Bell Rhu, Helensburgh G84 8LH T: 01436 820238 F: 01436 821039 E: rhumarina@quaymarinas.com W: www.quaymarinas.com

70. WHITEHAVEN MARINA Manager: Simone Morgan The Marina Office, Bulwark Quay, Whitehaven, Cumbria CA28 7HS T: 01946 692435 E: enquiries@whitehavenmarina.co.uk W: www.whitehavenmarina.co.uk

73. LARGS YACHT HAVEN Manager: Carolyn Elder Irvine Road, Largs, Ayrshire, KA30 8EZ T: 01475 675333 VHF CH80 E: largs@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

SCOTLAND

71. KIP MARINA Manager: Duncan Chalmers Kip Marina, The Yacht Harbour, Inverkip, Renfrewshire, Scotland. PA16 0AS T: 01475 521485 E: enquire@kipmarina.co.uk W: www.kipmarina.co.uk

74. TROON YACHT HAVEN Manager: Stephen Bennie The Harbour, Troon Ayrshire, KA10 6DJ T: 01292 315553 VHF CH 80 E: troon@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com

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1. SANT CARLES MARINA Manager: Nicolas Gonzalez Ctra Poble Nou s/n, Apartat de Correus 192, 43540, Sant Carles de la Ràpita, Spain T: (0034) 9777 45153 T (UK): 023 8045 0227 F: (0034) 9777 45153 enquiries@santcarlesmarina.com W: www.santcarlesmarina.com

HOLLAND

2. JACHTHAVEN BIESBOSCH Manager: Henk de Beer Jachthaven Biesbosch Nieuwe Jachthaven 5 4924 BA, Drimmelen, NL T: +31 (0)162 682249 E: info@jachthavenbiesbosch.nl www.jachthavenbiesbosch.nl

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STAYING IN SAILING SHAPE

INTERVAL TRAINING

Keeping fit and staying in sailing shape during the off-season is a sure way to ensure that when your boat comes out of hibernation next spring the aches and pains are kept to a minimum - even if your sailing skills still need the cobwebs blowing away.

Making even small improvements in aerobic fitness is easy and cheap to do.

Anything that gets your heart rate up and keeps it up for a prolonged period will be doing you some good. So do whatever you enjoy most, whether running, cycling, swimming, rowing, playing a team or racquet sport, walking fast.

Variety is the best recipe. The better rounded your choice of activities the better prepared your body gets.

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AEROBIC FITNESS

How long you should exercise for will depend on you; the fitter you are the longer you will be able to keep going for, but don’t go mad to start with! If you’re only just beginning on a new fitness programme start with a comfortable 15-20 minute session and slowly build up so you can do at least an hour of continuous exercise three times a week.

And don’t forget, recovery is as important as the work out. It’s during this time the body adapts to the benefits of the training.

Aerobic fitness is the physical foundation to all sailing; the better your aerobic fitness the greater your ability is to sail at your best. As soon as you become tired, and your body can’t keep up with the physical demands being placed on it, your performance level inevitably drops and mental function takes a big hit as fatigue takes its toll.

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You know what it’s like when the breeze gets up and your muscles are screaming as you bid to keep the boat going as fast as possible.

Part of aerobic training is your body’s ability to work at high intensity for long periods of time. The only way to be able to replicate the ferocity of breezy, intense racing on the water is by doing ‘interval training’ on land.

Interval training means doing short, sharp but intense sets of sprints, repetitions, revolutions; whatever exercise you’re doing that pushes your ‘lactate threshold’ on each go.

How long each hard interval and each recovery interval should be depends on your level of fitness. But it’s important you keep active in the rest period as this speeds recovery between bouts. Don’t stop completely!

Remember, if you are new to exercise consult your GP before starting any training programme!

For some great sailing warm up exercises check out the RYA’s Sailing Fitness – Warm Up video with RYA and British Sailing Team Sports Scientist Tim Jones at www.youtube.com/watch?v=4UbdL3KZnDA

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BASIC STRENGTH Strength is quite a complex concept – muscular strength, muscular endurance and muscular power all contribute to how ‘strong’ you are.

The boat you sail and your role on that boat will determine what parts of your body need to be strongest. However, most sailors would benefit from having good basic strength in the major muscles and movement planes.

Once you know the muscle groups you want to improve there are three main types of strength training: ■ Circuits – using your own body weight as the resistance ■ Machine-based weights - bicep curl, lap press, shoulder press, leg press, etc ■ Free weights – dumbbells, barbells, bench press, etc

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Going cruising? Go local!

From the Caribbean’s newest premium rum offering, to beers and ciders from home shores

THE number one drinking rule for cruising sailors is always to try the local drinks, especially if it’s on tap and locals are drinking it.

At this time of year, cruising thoughts may well take you to the sunny Caribbean, on the ARC to St Lucia, or by plane to a charter yacht. And, even if you’re just dreaming, you inevitably think of rum, the Caribbean local speciality.

St Lucia has Bounty Rum at the end of the ARC’s rainbow and Antigua has Antigua Rum. But it is Mount Gay from Barbados that is everywhere over there - and over here!

Founded in 1703, it’s acknowledged as the world’s first rum brand. Many UK sailors will be familiar with Mount Gay Eclipse, which was created in 1911 to celebrate a total eclipse of the Caribbean sun that year.

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No West Country cruise should pass without a taste of real cider. Cornish Rattler (a type of Cornish apple) from Healey’s Cyder Farm, Truro, is another must-try. A robust six per cent and slightly cloudy, it is a favourite with food at the Royal Fowey Yacht Club on the Fowey river on Cornwall’s south coast. Visiting yachtsmen on the floating pontoon moorings on the opposite shore are welcome to use the club’s own dinghy dock and enjoy its bar, food and view.

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Now, over 100 years later, Mount Gay has created a new premium rum, Mount Gay Black Barrel, as a partner to Eclipse, not to replace it.

The UK launch took place at this year’s Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week regatta, hosted by Barbadian Miguel Smith, Mount Gay’s London-based international brand ambassador.

“Black Barrel has taken 10 years to develop,” he told me during an exclusive interview for All At Sea. “The name comes from the maturing process in ex-Bourbon oak barrels charred and blackened inside, first for six months and then transferred to ‘finish’ in a second black-charred cask for a further 12 to 18 months before bottling at 43 per cent.

“This delivers flavour as well as a very dark golden colour. The nose is spice with oaky vanilla and almond overtones,” he said - and my tasting panel agreed we couldn’t put it better!

The bottle is a yacht-friendly flat, oval shape which will not roll off the ship’s table with a long, easy-to-grip neck for dispensing. Unlike Eclipse, it’s not in supermarkets yet so internet sourcing (or visiting Barbados) is the answer for Christmas treats this year - try www.MasterofMalt.com at £31.45 per 70cl bottle.

Interviewing Miguel Smith at the launch party.

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If you’re planning for next year and thinking of cruising home waters, the West Country has plenty of local beers and ciders plus Camel Valley has excellent Cornish/English sparkling wines.

One of the best Cornish ales also started life as a novelty to celebrate our total eclipse of the sun in 1999. Named Daylight Robbery (got it?) it was so well received the St Austell brewery renamed it Tribute and it’s now in supermarkets and on draught in pubs all over the south of England. Golden, gently hoppy bitterness and a fresh tingle on the tongue - all good reasons to be popular.

More Cornwall-centric and a ‘must-try’ under the cruising rule is Skinners Betty Stogs, brewed in Truro. Light copper colour,

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If cruising in Brittany is the plan, you are spoilt for choice with artisanal beers from French microbreweries and speciality ciders from St Malo to Concarneau. Follow the rule. If it looks rustic and you have never heard of it, it’s probably a good local drink of a type and taste you’ll never get at home.

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