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This year’s Coniston Power Boat Records Week featured an incredible 160 record attempt runs resulting in 11 world and national records. This annual event is considered to be the premier speedboat race with the world’s best drivers battling it out on the water in everything from tiny hydroplanes to Formula 1 catamarans. FULL STORY PAGE 3

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Brit wins isAF sAilor oF the YeAr Sarah ayton, the golden girl of British Olympic Sailing, has been named ISaF rolex World Sailor of the Year, ten years after Dame Ellen Macarthur was the last British woman to win the prize.

The award reflects Britain’s continuing strength on the water. half of the 2015 ISaF nominations were British.

Following two wins for Sir Ben ainslie in 2008 and 2012, this time it was Sarah who brought the award home.

The double Olympic medallist turned superstar of the Extreme Sailing Series, Sarah has shone throughout the 2015 series successfully guiding The Wave, Muscat to five victories from seven regattas.

Just one regatta remains in the 2015 Extreme Sailing Series in Sydney, australia this month and with ayton’s experience led by helm Leigh McMillan the champagne could well be on ice.

after praising her fellow nominees, including Britain’s Sam Davies, Sarah said: “It means such a lot to me to have won the rolex World Sailor of the Year award. I am truly touched and proud.

“I hope to continue being an inspiration to women, young children and individuals who enjoy the sport that we love so much.”

Beginning with Sir Peter Blake and Sir robin Knox Johnston, the winners back in 1994 when the World Sailor awards were initiated, the World Sailor of the Year trophy reads like the definitive who’s who in yachting.

The awards celebrate the world’s finest sailors’ achievements during the qualifying period from the September 2014 through to august 2015. along with Sarah and Sam Davies in the women’s category, three British sailors, Giles Scott, Ian Walker and Ian Williams,

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FroM PAGe one: Vector Martini racing had plenty to celebrate at Coniston after claiming three National Speed records and three of the prestigious K7 Gold Stars during the 45th Coniston Powerboat record Week.

The British National Immersed Propeller record has stood since 2011 at a speed of 107.94mph and was broken first by Mal Crease, CEO Vector Martini racing, at a speed of 113mph, and then by former All at Sea columnist and powerboat racer Shelley Jory-Leigh at a speed of 114.5mph.

Both earnt a prestigious K7 Gold Star for breaking a record at over 100mph and as this year’s fastest lady Shelley was winner of The Shepherds Trophy, VMr’s Simon Powell also broke the aPBa Marathon ‘a’ class record at 120.46mph. all were co-piloted by cofounder and world record holder Peter Dredge (K7 No.43).

The youngest entry of the week was Thomas Mantripp. aged 14 he was attempting the GT15 World record with the support of mum, dad and Team

Pepstar. It was a case of so near and yet so far when Thomas fell just 0.17mph short of a new record.

The English Lakes hotels Trophy is awarded to the Youngest record breaker. It was 18-year-old Connor Blackman who won becoming a World and National record holder in the P750 Stock class at 54.62mph.

Coniston record Week’s 2015 event also marked the 60th anniversary of Donald Campbell establishing a new World Water Speed record when breaking the 200mph barrier on water. Both records were achieved on Ullswater on 23 July 1955, in Bluebird K7, reaching a speed of 202.32mph.

VMr’s Peter Dredge said: “I have broken many records in my 25 years of racing, but this is a special moment for the team to be breaking records on Lake Coniston. It is the lake where Donald Campbell CBE, an inspiration to all powerboat racing enthusiasts, made his final record attempts nearly 50 years ago.”

Next year’s dates: 31 October - 4 November

Senna takeS on powerboat racing BrazILIaN racing driver and nephew of the late ayrton Senna, Bruno Senna, has joined Vector Martini racing’s irace Pro Team. Bruno will start training as a powerboat racing pilot in preparation to join the Vector Martini four-man crew at next year’s World Endurance record Challenge from Sᾶo Paulo to rio de Janeiro in July to coincide with the 2016 Olympic Games.

Bruno Senna is currently racing for Mclaren GT in the FIa World Endurance Championship as well as for Mahindra racing in Formula E. he also raced in the Formula 1 World Championship from 2010 to 2012.

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ALL ABOARD

By Jane Hyde

IT was only two months ago that All at Sea featured a women in boating special highlighting not only the achievements of women sailors but also the range of opportunities they have at all levels of the sport. Now we are delighted to report that one of the sailors we spotlighted, Sarah Ayton, has won ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year.

Not only is Sarah competing at the highest level but she is doing so in a male dominated environment – she is the only female crew member on board The Wave, Muscat in the Extreme Sailing Series. Huge congratulations to Sarah on her win and good luck in the final act of the 2015 Extreme Sailing Series in Australia. We have an interview with Sarah coming up soon.

It is hard to believe that it was a year ago that I stepped into the editor’s shoes here at All at Sea. It is a wonderful paper to work on but even better are the incredible readers we have. I have to thank you for all the emails you have sent in and especially all the photos we have received for Photo of the Month.

They have been so good, in fact, that next month we will be choosing the best of 2015. Send yours in and you could be in All at Sea next year.

Before 2016 arrives we do, of course,

have the festive season to enjoy. To help you with those last minute shopping decisions we have put together a Christmas gift guide with everything from the classic soap on a rope to boating event vouchers.

December is a time to reflect on the year that has gone by but also to look ahead to what 2016 will bring and without a doubt it is going to be an important year for sports fan.

The America’s Cup World Series continues, the Clipper Round the World challenge reaches it conclusion in the summer and, of course, our best sailors will be heading to Rio for the Olympic Games. Turn to page 18 for a look ahead at Rio 2016.

Back to this year. What have been your 2015 highlights? Cowes Week? Boat shows? Round the Island Race? Holidays? Go to the All at Sea Facebook page and post your favourite memories.

The RYA’s review of 2015 on page 16 might help to jog your memory. As always the RYA has had an incredibly busy year and, like us, is looking forward to more of the same next year.

Have a wonderful Christmas and we will see you in 2016!

Jane Hyde editor@allatsea.co.uk

WOMEN ON WATER Dear All at Sea I enjoyed the above article immensely. I’ve recently started water sports on the Thames and I am having a fantastic time.

The article was hugely inspiring and I thank you for referring to us females as ‘women’ and not ‘girls’.

I feel that adult women in sport are often not taken as seriously as we could be due to the fact that sports commentators and media representation insists on referring to us with this diminutive noun.

Jordana

Thank you for your email Jordana.

It is wonderful how many inspirational women there are out there, like Sarah Ayton who won the 2015 ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year Award. Be sure to let us know how you get on with your water sports!

We are always keen to hear from women on water, professional or amateur, sail or power, young or old. Send in your stories, experiences or just a photo of you and your boat.

Battle of Jutland centenary

German cruiser sinking during the Battle of Jutland. Image: Everett Historical

ON 31 May and 1 June 1916, 150 British and 100 German warships fought for supremacy in the North Sea in the Battle of Jutland.

When the battle was over, 25 warships were on the seabed and more than 8,500 sailors were dead – more than two-thirds of them British.

Now the largest collection of artefacts, photographs and personal testimonies ever assembled will commemorate the centenary of the Royal Navy’s biggest 20th-Century battle.

Shrapnel, shell-hole-speared pieces of bulkhead and the Victoria Cross won by a Royal Marine whose last action saved battle-cruiser HMS Lion – and 1,000 souls aboard – are among more than 100 items to go on display in Portsmouth.

The 100th anniversary of the battle will be the Royal Navy’s milestone event as part of WW1 centenary commemorations with events in the Orkneys – the fleet’s principal base in both world wars – over the wrecks in the North Sea, in Belfast where Jutland veteran cruiser HMS

Caroline will be opened as a museum and at the naval memorials in Plymouth, Chatham and Portsmouth.

At the National Museum of the Royal Navy in Portsmouth the wooden boathouse which housed the Mary Rose Museum before it moved to the Victory arena will be transformed to house the exhibition ‘36 hours: Jutland 1916, The Battle That Won The War’.

Commemorative events for Jutland 2016 start in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard with the formal opening on 24 May.

TOUGH SOUTHERN OCEAN LEG CONCLUDES

LMAX Exchange was victorious in Albany. Image:Richard Wainwright/Clipper Race

HORSEMEN Last month we printed a

letter from Caroline Cuthbert whose partner Trevor was cast by internationally-renowned underwater sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor for the ‘The Rising Tide’ as part of the Totally Thames arts festival.

Caroline has sent in some wonderful photos of the casting at Jason’s studio.

Send your letters and stories to editor@allatsea.co.uk with the subject head ‘letter to the editor’.

AFTER one of the toughest legs of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, the first teams to arrive in Albany, Western Australia from Cape Town were LMAX Exchange followed by Derry~Londonderry~Doire in second and Qingdao third.

The race was a typical Southern Ocean leg, with the fleet enduring a storm as it left Table Bay and taking a battering. The choices made in those first 36 hours shaped the race for a lot of the teams, with the top three yachts enduring it well and keeping up a lot of sail during the storm.

All the boats reported boat-breaking conditions with gusts of 70 - 80 knots on several occasions, extremely confused seas and waves of 8-10m during the race.

Race 4, The Elliot Brown Timekeeper Cup from Albany to Sydney, began on 01 December.

WORLD CUP GOLDEN TREBLE

Hannah Mills and Saskia Clark took home gold in Abu Dhabi. Image: Jesus Renedo/Sailing Energy/ISAF

GREAT Britain’s sailors secured a golden treble at the ISAF Sailing World Cup Final in Abu Dhabi. Women’s windsurfer Bryony Shaw and kiteboard racer Olly Bridge retained their 2014 titles at the series-ending finale in the Emirati capital, while Hannah Mills and Saskia Clark also claimed victory in the 470 Women’s event in their first World Cup Final appearance. A fourth British medal – bronze – also went to Tom Squires in the RS:X Men’s windsurfing event.

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NEWS IN BRIEF FLOATING WINDFARM

Plans to build the world’s largest offshore windfarm, and the UK’s first floating windfarm, off the north-east coast have been approved. Five 600ft turbines will be tethered to the bed of the North Sea, 15 miles from Peterhead, by Norwegian energy giant Statoil. the Scottish Government gave the green light after Marine Scotland concluded that the scheme would help meet renewable energy targets.

POOLE PREPARES

Preparations are underway for next year’s Poole Harbour Boat Show, which will see an additional day added. the dates for your diary are 20 - 22 May. the debut show saw an attendance of more than 15,000 and featured family-focused entertainment, alongside a variety of marinerelated businesses and live music. exhibitors returning in 2016 include Fairline, the Watersports Academy, Powerboat training UK and Quay Holidays.

SCOOTING EARLY

Scoot Ferries has introduced a foot passenger service from trinity landing in Cowes to Portsmouth’s Millennium Pontoon two years ahead of schedule. It follows the Yarmouth to lymington service that began in September. A further service between Cowes and Hamble is due to start in 2016.

TRAVELLING WITH MOTHS

The historic yacht Gipsy Moth IV, in which Sir Francis Chichester completed his historic circumnavigation in 1967, will feature on the new UK passport celebrating British cultural heritage. The yacht will feature alongside William Shakespeare, the sculptor Anish Kapoor and a scene depicting the London Underground, among other designs. eileen Skinner, Founder Trustee of the Gipsy Moth Trust, said: “We are absolutely delighted that Gipsy Moth IV is featuring on the new UK passport. She is a key part of the UK’s national maritime heritage and, after almost losing her to a foreign buyer not long ago, we are over the moon that she will now always, in a way, remain a fundamental part of our country.” www.gipsymoth.org

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experience Kissimmee will sponsor a racing team in next year’s P1 SuperStock Powerboat Championship in the UK. experience Kissimmee will see its own team compete in the five-venue P1 race series from May through to September. the 2016 P1 race season will get underway in mid-May on the Yorkshire coast and include Grand Prix of the Sea events in Scotland and Wales.

Alex Thomson’s dramatic exit Image: Lloyd Images/ AT Racing

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@ClipperRace every 5 minutes a wave would explode over the boat keeping our cockpit jacuzzi stocked with water #Clippertelemed+ @RYA #BackingtheBest is a great new scheme from #Sport_england helping talented young athletes to fulfill their potential @ISAFupdates Congratulations to Sarah Ayton (#Sarahayton) female ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year 2015 #extremesailing #exss #Rolex #WorldSailor

LAST month we reported that Alex Thomson and his co-skipper Guillermo Altadill were taking part in the Transat Jacques Vabre in the new hUGO BOSS racing yacht as part of their build-up to the 2016 Vendee Globe. however an extraordinary sequence of events ended their participation in the Transat Jacques Vabre when the pair were rescued by the Spanish

Foundation improve the lives of young people through sailing.

To date the charity has supported 20 different inspiring sailing projects across six countries, with funds totalling more than £250,000.

Bart’s Bash 2016 will be held over two days: 18 - 19 September.

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FROM BOATING WITH LOVE

TO celebrate the release of Spectre, The Moorings has revealed the top eight boats from the James Bond film franchise in The Moorings Presents: License to Sail.

The collection of marine vehicles have been chosen for their appearance in iconic Bond scenes, how recognisable they are to audiences and how intriguing they are. They include the Q-Boat from The World is Not enough and the Lotus esprit from The Spy Who Loved Me. Filled with vintage-style animations, viewers can discover behind the scenes facts and lesser known information about some of the more unique modes of transport we have seen on our

MIDDLETON SETS SAIL

Royal Navy minehunter HMS Middleton has sailed from her home in Portsmouth for a threeyear deployment to the Gulf where she will protect vital sea lanes and provide wider maritime security to the region.

The winner of Bart’s Bash 2015 has been revealed as duo Alex Schon and Marc hiles, sailing at Lake Deneys Yacht Club, South Africa. Alex and Marc beat thousands of participants from 62 countries, who took part in the global sailing event on 20 September. essex’s Clacton Sailing Club took the rest of the podium places with Pete Boxer and eilish Dempsey claiming second place and Matthew Burrell and Jack Wayland taking third.

After hearing of the news Alex, who sailed with Marc in a Nacra F20, said: “This year we had winds of 35 knots and with a short, sharp chop this made for a wild ride, with our Nacra 20 at times launching itself right out of the water. We had a fantastic ride and took a somewhat conservative approach. With only Marc out on the wire, we managed to keep our beast upright.

“I think that the tough conditions prevented more people from attending, but I really believe that this event needs to grow and that the great work that is being done needs to spread throughout the world, in particular throughout Africa.”

Bart’s Bash has so far seen in excess of 50,000 people taking part in the event and has also been a catalyst for encouraging more people, young and old, into the sport. All the funds raised from Bart’s Bash are used to help the Andrew Simpson Sailing

coastguard after a rogue wave caught the yacht while it was in a hove to position. The boat, which sustained damage to its rig in addition to taking on water while inverted, was successfully taken to Spain.

Alex said: “I have never experienced anything like it. I was asleep and woke up to a boat upside down rapidly filling with water. Guillermo and I responded

together as a team to the difficult situation and now that my boat’s back safely we can focus on our Vendee Globe campaign as a team. We have overcome problems before and I am as determined as ever to succeed.” www.AlexThomsonracing.com Don’t miss Boating People with Alex next month!

screens since the Bond franchise began in 1962 with Dr. No. Unsurprisingly the majority of the amphibious vessels featured are from the films starring 007 actor Sir Roger Moore.

The website also includes a License to Thrill Image: Mark Lloyd rating, which rates the marine vehicles by how much they add to the films they are in. Fellow Bond aficionados are encouraged to share their ratings with The Moorings across social media using the hashtag #licensetosail. Post your favourites on the All at Sea Facebook page.

To see the collection of top eight James Bond boats visit www.moorings.com/infographics/ jamesbondboats.html

SIR BEN’S NEW ROLE The most successful Olympic sailor of all time and Team Principal and Skipper of Britain’s America’s Cup Challenger, Sir Ben Ainslie, is now also an Ambassador for the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation.

Sir Ben kicked off his role by inviting a group of youngsters from Laureus-supported Big World Impact project to the new home of Land Rover BAR in Portsmouth. The youngsters, many of whom had never been out on the water before, were given an exclusive sailing lesson from Sir Ben, followed by a tour of his team’s hi-tech base. Alongside his team-mates, Sir Ben offered one-to-one advice to the youngsters on setting and achieving goals, and learning life lessons through sport.

The Laureus Foundation uses the power of sports like sailing as a tool for social change.

Its work focuses on helping young people overcome problems such as juvenile crime, violence, drug abuse, discrimination, AIDS and health issues such as obesity. Since its inception it has raised €85 million which has helped to improve the lives of millions of young people.

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A sail through time in London

P1 back in Scarborough FoLLoWing the success of the inaugural P1 race event in Scarborough in May, the town will host the opening round of the 2016 season. Called the P1 Dale Power Solutions Yorkshire grand Prix of the Sea, the double bill of P1 SuperStock powerboat racing and AquaX jet ski action will provide a weekend of free-to-watch sporting entertainment at South Bay on 14 - 15 May. P1 chief operating officer Robert Wicks said: “Scarborough offers first class facilities and attractions and proved to be a superb location to kick off our 2015 season. With its historic harbour and castle headland, the

geography of South Bay offers us a natural amphitheatre for racing and for spectators to view all the action.” in further P1 news, to celebrate the first-ever Scottish grand Prix of the Sea in 2016 the first Minister, nicola Sturgeon, unveiled a specially-branded inverclyde powerboat, which will compete in the greenock event.

Ms Sturgeon said: “This major event will attract tens of thousands of powerboat racing fans to inverclyde, an area with a rich maritime history.

Visitors to the area are guaranteed a friendly welcome and the event is expected to bring significant benefits to the local economy. “

NEWS IN BRIEF WINTER ESCAPES

Nautilus Yachting tell us that sailing holidays in the British Virgin Islands are selling well at the moment. Perfect sailing conditions and sheltered passages round the islands make this area a delight for all levels of sailors wanting to relax in a Caribbean paradise. Visit the Nautilus Yachting website for the latest BVI offers: www.nautilusyachting.com

SEALIFT DISCOUNTS

this is your last chance to get a discount on antifoul and polish services with Sealift2. to get 20 per cent off during December get in touch with Sealift2 on 02392 580 870 or email haslar@sealift2.com.

TERMINAL UPGRADES The London Boat Show 2016 is inviting visitors to discover the best of boating, from the ground-breaking innovations of the ‘60s to the sailing champions of tomorrow.

For 2016, organisers are taking advantage of the hundreds of marine innovators, adventurers and rising sporting stars who visit and exhibit at the London Boat Show each year with its new feature The London Boat Show Theatre.

A dedicated area for personalities to share their inspiring stories and expert knowledge through interactive talks and panel shows, visitors can expect a mixture of A Question of Sport, Mock the Week and Mastermind.

The Mediterranean Bay will put boating skills to the test. The purpose-built pool will host water seminars on close quarters boat handling, sail reefing and capsize drills. Visitors will also have the opportunity to trial watersports.

Alongside today’s cutting-edge technology, the show celebrates the innovations of yesteryear with the ‘60s Revival. Plus, visitors can expect to see over 70 boats and products make their debut.

Advance tickets to London Boat Show start from £10, with two children under the age of 15 going free with each adult. www.londonboatshow.com exCeL London, 8 - 17 January.

A £5m upgrade of the Queen elizabeth II cruise terminal in Southampton has begun. the work will include upgrades to the check-in area, a new ‘ship-to-shore’ walkway and lift. the project is expected to be completed in winter 2016 and follows a £6m revamp of the Mayflower terminal.

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Rock Seven, with ABP Southampton, Gill and Hydrosphere, has launched a new Solent weather website to support safety and voyage planning for all Solent users, both professional and recreational. www.rock7.com/wind

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NEWS IN BRIEF MOUNTS BAY LEAVES

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Falmouthians bid farewell to ‘their’ ship after more than 18 months in the picturesque port. RFA Mounts Bay has been alongside at the town’s Duchy Wharf, initially in extended readiness, then undergoing the most comprehensive overhaul in her ten-year career, courtesy of A&P. Still to come is Operational Sea training, the rigorous assessment of the ship’s company and equipment, to ensure they are ready for the demands of deployment, followed by sailing on front-line duties early next year.

NEW GOLD ANCHORS

the new Gold Anchor Global Marina Accreditation was launched at MetS. the initiative brings together the Yacht Harbour Association and the Marina Industries Association’s Gold Anchor schemes. the Accreditation will be phased in as current Gold Anchor marinas from across 26 countries are re-audited as part of a three year rolling accreditation cycle. New entrants to the scheme will automatically be audited under the new scheme, which comes into effect on 1 April 2016. www.goldanchors.com

TRACKING ALEX

All at Sea columnist Alex Alley is getting his PixelBoat ready for a record attempt from lands end to John O’Groats. You can track his progress on this challenge – and his other adventures - here www. my.yb.tl/velocitymadegood. Alex will bring us a full report next month. to get your picture on the PixelBoat (or give one as a Christmas pressie): alexalley.com/ pixelboat-info.html

GREEN CHALLENGE

University sailing clubs are taking part in the first ever University Sailing Sustainability Challenge, set up by the Green Blue. the challenge will see university sailing clubs competing to undertake a series of sustainable actions throughout the academic year in order to win prizes and demonstrate to the rest of the boating community how achievable sustainable boating can be. Read more on page 26. www.thegreenblue.org.uk

WHERE TO SAIL IN DECEMBER - ANTIGUA

treat yourself to a pre-Christmas break in the Caribbean. With direct flights and perfect weather, Antigua is a great choice for a week’s sailing holiday.

MISS Universe UK winner and former I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here contestant Amy Willerton will take on one of her toughest endurance challenges yet when she sails 3,350nm across the Atlantic Ocean in the final leg of the world’s longest ocean race and endurance challenge, the Clipper 2015-16 round the World Yacht race.

Like 40 per cent of Clipper race crew, Amy had no previous sailing experience before completing an intensive four week sail training course. In complete contrast to her glamorous LA lifestyle, Amy will sleep in a small bunk and share a confined 70ft living space with up to 23 other crew mates. Amy will be in a watch system which works in four hour shift patterns to allow the

boat to keep racing 24/7, and she will join the rest of the crew in taking turns to cook and clean for the entire team, all while the boat can be heeling over at a 45 degree angle.

Amy, no stranger to endurance challenges, having completed the London Marathon and various triathlons, will join the Garmin team in June 2016 when the Clipper race sets sail from New York for its homecoming leg which will take approximately two months to complete.

Including stopovers in Derry-Londonderry, Northern Ireland and Den Helder, the Netherlands, Amy and the rest of the Clipper race crew’s adventure will conclude in London on 30 July 2016 with a spectacular Thames river parade. www.clipperroundtheworld.com

IT is feared that lives will be put at risk with the government’s announcement that all funding for police patrolling Portsmouth’s coast could be cut.

This would see the Hampshire police marine unit losing £450,000 of Home Office funding in 2017.

That is almost half of its annual budget forcing the county’s Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Hayes to decide if they can afford to maintain the unit from their own dwindling budget. The Marine Unit, launched in 2012, has an important role that includes patrolling important commercial and naval sites and maintaining close links with the marine community as well as partner agencies such as MCA. They can also often be found at sailing clubs and marinas to raise public awareness on issues surrounding crime and national security.Chairman of the Hampshire Police and Crime Panel, Councillor David Stewart, has highlighted his concern in a letter to the UK’s top anti-terror officer, Metropolitan Police Assistant Commissioner Mark rowley.

He said the plans had created ‘substantial concern’ among members of the county’s crime panel and could have a major impact on the security of, for example, large events in the Solent.

This year the work of the marine unit has ranged from policing the America’s Cup World Series to the Hoegh Osaka car transporter incident.

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Class of 2015 at Brighton

The first new members to join Brighton Marina Yacht Club following its move to brand new premises at the marina have completed a five-week introduction to the basics of racing and are now ready to join the regular Sunday racing crews. volunteer BMYC boat owners and their crew have been introducing newcomers to sailing for over 25 years, with over 1,500 people participating so far.

“Too many people think that yacht racing is expensive or exclusive, and that is just not true,” said BMYC commodore Phil Thomas. “We have helped people to put a toe in the water and decide if the sport is for them. When they join us as new members, they are invited to take part in our next introductory Club Class series for free.”

Membership also provides access to the new waterside bar and restaurant at the new BMYC clubhouse. www.bmyc.org.uk

rYa suzuki DinghY show

Over the weekend of 5 - 6 March 2016 the rYA Suzuki Dinghy Show will be returning to Alexandra Palace in London for two days devoted to dinghy sailing.

Across the weekend, there will be an extensive programme of inspiring, educational and informative talks from leading experts, coaching seminars and hundreds of commercial exhibitors, as well as rYA Affiliated Clubs and class associations displaying and retailing the very latest equipment for the season ahead.

The 2016 rYA Suzuki Dinghy Show ticket will also give access to the spectator area for the UK leg of the ISAF Sailing World Cup Series on 11 June. visitors to the event at Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy will be able to watch the penultimate day’s action on the big screen, with live-tracking and footage from the race courses.

This will be the final preparations for the rio Olympics as the WPNSA Sailing World Cup draws to a conclusion.

Duncan Truswell, rYA Sport Development Manager, said: “We are excited to be returning to Alexandra Palace. This year we have put together a programme which will appeal to everyone, whether you are a seasoned sailor or a newcomer to the sport.

“There will be a huge range of boats and products on display. So why not beat the queues and save some money by booking your tickets in advance.”

Advance tickets to the rYA Suzuki Dinghy Show are available at a reduced rate of £10 to rYA members and £12.50 to non-rYA members. Tickets will also be available on the door for £16 each (an adult ticket allows entry for two children free of charge). www.rya.org.uk

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1995 he became the inaugural chairman of national sailing charity RYA Sailability, a role he held for six years.

In 2007 he became the first paralysed person to sail single-handed around Great Britain. In 2009 he sailed across the Atlantic Ocean unassisted and in 2017 he plans to sail around the world.

WetWheels, a Community Interest Company run out of Portsmouth, operates fully accessible boats to provide boating opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. The company offers disabled clients educational and mentoring programmes, along with sporting and recreational trips on water.

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Geoff was one of three short-listed finalists in the awards, run by easyJet founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou and charity Leonard Cheshire Disability. Now in its ninth year, the award recognises the unique achievements of disabled entrepreneurs and offers a £50,000 prize to the winner.

WetWheels founder, Geoff Holt MBE, who wins prize for his company WetWheels, was paralysed in a swimming accident in 1984 and uses a wheelchair. In

THE Row2Recovery team sets off later this month in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, known as the world’s toughest rowing race. It will be the first time a full team of amputees has taken part in the race.

The Challenge starts from La Gomera in the Canary Islands, finishing roughly six weeks later in Antigua. This year 29 crews have entered into the race but the other 28 are all able bodied.

The Row2Recovery team will be led by serving Light Dragoon Lance Corporal Cayle Royce, MBE. Cayle, 29, underwent a double amputation and lost the fingers on his left hand following an IED blast in Helmand, Afghanistan whilst serving in the Brigade Reconnaissance Force in 2012. Cayle took part in the race as a member of the 2013/14 Row2Recovery crew and came third in the race overall.

Renowned for its tough conditions, participants typically row two hours on, two hours off, 24 hours per day.

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The other three members for this year’s crew are taking part in the Challenge for the first time. They are: Former Irish Guardsman Paddy Gallagher, 30. Paddy lost his right leg below the knee in an IED blast in Nad E Ali, Afghanistan in 2009.

Former RAF Flight Sergeant Parachute Jump Instructor Nigel Rogoff, 56. Nigel lost his leg above the knee whilst taking part in a Royal Air Force parachuting display.

Serving Royal Marine Colour Sergeant Lee Spencer, 46. Lee is from Yelverton.

After coming through three operational tours of Afghanistan unscathed, Lee lost his right leg below the knee after being hit by flying debris as he was helping save the life of a crashed civilian motorist.

The tri-service team will be raising money for Help for Heroes, Blemsa, Prince Harry’s Endeavour Fund and Row2Recovery.

All at Sea has an interview with the team coming up in the new year.

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WELL DONE LIZZY

The 2015 Mini Transat îles de Guadeloupe concluded with the 2,700nm race from France to the Caribbean. 25 year-old British solo sailor - and All at Sea columnist Lizzy Foreman set off in ‘Hudson Wight’, Hull 633, a 10-year old Series Mini 6.50m. Lizzy took 19 days to reach Guadeloupe and arrived in 32nd place. She was the first lady and first Brit overall in the Series class. Full results: http://www.minitransatilesdeguadeloupe.fr/?lang=en

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NEWS IN BRIEF TRANSAT FOR NYC

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the transat is heading to New York City and will culminate at the new ONe°15 Brooklyn Marina. the race has not visited New York since its first year in 1960. the marina will be an Official Host Venue Partner to the race alongside Plymouth. It is the newest marina to be built in New York City and is currently under construction with a grand opening set for spring 2016 to be marked by this iconic race.

CLARENCE’S BERTHS

An extra 18 berths have been created with the installation of nine new finger pontoons replacing some of the alongside berths at Royal Clarence Marina. the berths are suitable for boats of up to 10m lOA. Royal Clarence, close to the entrance to Portsmouth Harbour on the Gosport side, now has 150 fully serviced berths. there are still a few 18m berths available for 2016.

FAIRLINE’S TROUBLES

In October Fairline Boats was taken over by Wessex Bristol Investments, followed by 107 members of staff being temporarily laid off. Now the company will be working with insolvency experts KSA Group to help turnaround the business’s fortunes.

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The Coxless Crew’s Ambassador is Kylie Minogue Image: Dean Alexander

Jules Verne record attempt The trimaran Spindrift 2, led by Yann Guichard, crossed the start line that runs from Créac’h lighthouse (Ushant island, France) to Lizard Point (england) on 22 November for the start of her crewed non-stop circumnavigation.

The Jules Verne Trophy record attempt

by Dona Bertarelli and Yann Guichard and their crew began four years to the day since the current record-holder, Loïck Peyron, began his attempt. The record set

by Banque Populaire V was 45d 13h 42m 53s, a tough time to beat.

To better the record Spindrift 2 must return to Ushant before 17:43:51 GMT on 6 January, 2016. Between now and then, the 14 sailors have to sail around

the world via the three capes (Good hope, Leeuwin and horn) on the world’s largest racing trimaran. www.spindrift-racing.com/jules-verne

The Coxless Crew, whose ambassador is Kylie Minogue, is a group of four women who set sail from the South Pacific Ocean in April 2015 with the aim of rowing 8,446 miles from America to Australia to support women that have had to face adversity and overcome life changing events.

They aim to raise over a quarter of a million pounds for two charities:

Walking With the Wounded and Breast Cancer Care.

When Laura Penhaul, emma Mitchell, Natalia Cohen and Isabel Burnham finish they will have been at sea for around 200 days – they are due to arrive in early January – and hope to break the record for the first all female (four) team to row the Pacific Ocean.

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In Of Orcas and Men, a mix of cultural history, environmental reporting and scientific research, David Neiwert explores an extraordinary species and its occasionally fraught relationship with human beings.

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This is an invaluable reference book for many sailors following the RYA Coastal Skipper/ Yachtmaster Offshore course.

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Print and eBook This is essential reading for anyone beginning to race but also offers a great deal for those wanting to further their racing skills as it talks sailors through getting into racing in a logical and enjoyable manner and makes sure that nothing seems like a daunting task. Topics covered include top turns, trimming for speed, racing with spinnakers and champion advice. This book is packed with plenty of information and tips making it a real gem for all budding racing sailors.

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Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the launch of HMS Victory, the HMS Victory Pocket Manual 1805 is the latest addition to the Conway pocket-book range. Admiral Nelson’s fully preserved flagship is the most tangible symbol of the Royal Navy’s greatest battle off Cape Trafalgar on 21 October 1805. Peter Goodwin adopts a fresh approach to explain the workings of the ship, providing a glimpse of what it was like to be engaged in battle and what life and work at sea was like, answering

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SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS

SAFETY remains at the forefront for powerboating’s world governing body, the Union Internationale Motonautique, and its technical commissioners.

Methods aimed at improving head and neck protection were tested in Abu Dhabi during the final round of the UIM Class 1 World Powerboat Championship.

Several dunk tests were carried out using specially designed equipment that replicates an enclosed two-seater enclosed cockpit.

By the end of September 2016, after completion of further tests, a final decision will be taken for mandatory implementation in 2017.

TORQEEDO UNVEILS DEVELOPMENTS

ABU DHABI SEALS CHAMPIONSHIP

AMERICANS Gary Ballough and John Tomlinson, Team Abu Dhabi, overcame a heart-stopping moment on lap 3 when they were forced to shut down an engine, before restarting and going on to finish second in the final race of the season at the Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi to win the UIM Class 1 World Powerboat Championship. Arif Al Zaffain and Nadir bin Hendi ended the season with their first win of the year to secure the championship runner’s-up slot.

TORQEEDO debuted a new line of innovative electric motors at this year’s Marine Equipment Trade Show.

The first is the new Deep Blue Saildrive. Offering 25kW power output, the Deep Blue Saildrive offers displacements hulls weighing up to 50 tonnes the opportunity to reach maximum speeds of 18+ km/h, propulsive power of 16.2kW and is comparable with a 40hp petrol motor.

Most suited for use in rugged environments and more extreme conditions, the Cruise family also has a new addition – the Cruise 10.0, in RS, RL and RXL models. Suitable for planing and displacement hulls, its 10kW power ensures planing boats can achieve

speeds of 35km/h and 15km/h for displacement hulls weighing between three and ten tonnes. Its comparable petrol engine is 20hp.

Finally, one of Torqeedo’s most popular models, the Cruise 2.0, returns to the collection with new POD drives in 2.0 FP, 4.0 FP and 10.0 FP models.

The new Cruise models have a folding propeller and offer a propulsion power of 1.12kW, 2.24kW and 6.6kW respectively.

You will be able to view all three new Torqeedo engines at the London Boat Show in January. www.torqeedo.com

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SPECIAL FEATURE GARMIN HAMBLE WINTER SERIES

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As the UK’s most popular winter sailing series draws to a close and the final races are hotly contested, Pippa Treavett goes behind the scenes to find out more.

From october to December each year the crews of around 125 boats from IrC and one Design classes spend their weekends competing in the Garmin Hamble Winter Series.

Priding itself on the quality of racing on offer, the Garmin Hamble Winter Series, organised by the Hamble river Sailing Club, relies on a team of experienced race officers and sailing enthusiasts who are keen to give back to their sport and make sure competitors consistently enjoy great racing and a warm welcome ashore.

A diverse range of keelboats and sports boats compete in the series and its associated events. These include IrC 0-4, J/111, J/109, J/88, Sigma 38, J/80, J/70, SB20 and Impala 28 classes. robbie and Lis robinson (Hot rats, IrC2) have been enthusiastic competitors in the Series for many years.

Lis said: “I do not know any other club that can muster such a range of national and international race officials which result in good courses. The race quality attracts some serious opposition and Hot rats consider getting a podium result a great achievement given the quality of the competition.”

Lis is also a keen race officer and has been honing her experience at sub-events that took place on Saturdays in october.

She says she has been fortunate enough to

learn from some outstanding race officials, adding: “Hopefully, being poacher turned gamekeeper also results in some improved tactics!”

BIGGER & BETTER The series was established more than 30 years ago when current Hamble river Sailing Club commodore Trevor Pountain dreamed of Sunday sailing that was closer to home than Lymington.

Now a key member of the Winter Series organising team, Trevor said: “From those early conversations with Jamie Wilkinson and malcolm Donald 34 years ago, the Hamble Winter Series has continued from strength to strength. It is no longer small, but remains a friendly team effort, run primarily by volunteer club members.

Hamble, with its close proximity to the Solent, is a great sailing base.”

No longer racing, Trevor now manages another vital element of any sailing event – sponsors.

“Garmin has been our main sponsor for 11 years. Not only a great supporter, they provide marine products for us to provide feedback on. The one Design and Big Boat sub events have their own sponsor and each race day prize-giving is sponsored by local and marine businesses. Also essential are event photographer Paul Wyeth and clothing partner Helly Hansen,” said Trevor.

ON THE WATER While wanting to spend maximum time on the water, the race team has to strike the balance between offering good value for money racing and getting everyone back on dry land before dark.

To achieve this, the GHWS offers two races on the Sundays before the clocks change, and then one, longer race each Sunday as the nights draw in.

During the week, race officers check weather forecasts, tides, wind speeds and direction to gather thoughts on possible courses. on race day, the race officers use median yacht performance charts to make sure the courses are a decent length, contain a mix of fair beats and runs, and force some tactical thinking by the competitors. Pace boats are tracked around the course and laid race marks can be moved to lengthen or shorten courses to hit target times. Winter Series marklayers are very experienced, and also offer opportunities to those wishing to gain expertise through a ‘buddy’ system.

Excellent communication with competitors is essential and a mix of VHF, sound signals and flags are used to keep the competitors updated on the racing and any adjustments.

Ben meakins, co-owner of Impala 28 Polly and a competitor in the IrC Class

4, said, “The Solent is a highly tactical place to sail and the course setters consistently set us challenges to keep us on our toes.

Knowing the race area well is key to success in the Winter Series – as is having the right boat and a good fleet to race against.

“Polly was the first Impala to launch back in 1979, and Hamble river now has an eight boat and growing Impala 28 fleet, which shows the enduring nature of these David Thomas designed classics. We race in IrC-4, and also have extracted results for the closely matched Impala fleet.”

HARD AT WORK United by their love of sailing, every member of the all volunteer race team has an important role to play. Paperwork and tape recordings build a picture of what happened and when, which ensures clean starts, fair races and accurate results.

Paperwork and protests need to be processed from the weekend before, rIBs are refuelled, committee boats checked, marks inflated and food ordered for the following weekend. With a race management team of more than 40 people on the water some weekends, food is always a major consideration.

The Series also needs a large number of assets - up to 17 inflatable marks and ground tackle, four rIBs and five committee boats on the busiest weekends. racers who join race teams are surprised by how non-stop the roles are.

Contrary to popular opinion, the race management team on the committee boat are not dreaming of a Sunday roast once the races have started. Instead, they have eyes outside the boat observing fleet progress against expected race times, monitoring the radio for protests and retirements and letting the finish boat know start times and number of boats

on the start line before setting up for the next race.

Nick meadow, a keen sailor and Technical Sales Executive at Garmin, competed this year on Simon Henning’s mumm 36 Alice, IrC1 winner at the Hamble Big Boat Championships.

Nick said, “The race committee did a great job in getting 12 races in over the two weekends of the Big Boat series in what were often shifty conditions. The turnaround time between races was great, with square lines and the length of the races very well managed. my personal preference is for a quicker race and it shows how consistent the courses were when on one of the days racing our corrected time was in 44th min in three out of the four races.”

The pace of the races is fantastic.

Everyone appreciates that the races are held so quickly back to back as well as the commitment to making sure the races are fair and the lines are square.”

ROLL ON 216 As one Series finishes, planning starts for the next. Next year, Iro Stuart Childerley takes over as Pro of the Hamble Winter Series, working with a highly experienced team of race officers who will manage individual days or events across the Series. In January, the organising team will begin working closely with class captains and associations so that competitors and sponsors continue to get the most from the Series.

As planning for the 35th birthday celebrations of one of the UK’s most popular sailing events gets underway, I am feeling inspired by the commitment of the team – so maybe next year is the year I persuade my brother to let me join his crew and take part in the Series.

To find out the 2015 results: www.hamblewinterseries.com Pippa Treavett works for ADPr Ltd, a marine and outdoors Pr agency.

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BY EMMA SLATER

This year...

Yet again it has been a busy year for the RYA, from events and boats shows to crowning champions, getting people on the water and protecting the rights and interests of our 106,000 plus members.

JANUARY Kicking off the year, outstanding youngster George Gillingham, from Poole in Dorset, was presented with the RYA Yachtmaster™ of the Year award at the London Boat Show.

The second edition of the RYA Safety Advisory Notice was launched in January and The Green Blue launched four new digital green guides.

FEBRUARY More than 50 awards were given to powerboat racing’s crème de la crème at the annual RYA Powerboat Racing Awards Ceremony in February.

To coincide with Lifeskills National Careers Week we showcased some of the great jobs that are available within the marine sector.

Meanwhile Invasive Species Week gave us an opportunity to raise awareness of exactly how people can prevent the spread of invasive aquatic species, which can have a devastating impact on British plants, animals and ecosystems.

MAY May, and it was time once more for the annual RYA Push The Boat Out event. In total 347 venues held 511 events, which resulted in over 6,500 new participants joining clubs, signing up for a follow on session or booking a training course.

Datchet Water Sailing Club successfully hosted The Green Blue’s interactive Marine CSI Challenge making them the first sailing club in the UK to run the new environmental education resource.

And it was blast off as the 2015 Powerboat GP British Championship got underway at Carr Mill Dam. 30 teams from all the over UK headed to Lancashire Powerboat Racing Club for the start of the British championship to battle it out in the five Powerboat GP classes.

The RYA had a fully interactive stand at the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup in Portsmouth

George Gillingham won RYA Yachtmaster™ of the Year

MARCH It was yet another very successful RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show with some 9,500 visitors heading to Alexandra Palace for the only show in the world dedicated to all things dinghy sailing.

At the show RYA OnBoard celebrated 10 years of getting youngsters on the water. Since the programme was created, more than half a million children have experienced sailing and windsurfing with more than 50,000 enjoying the sport so much they have continued to sail on a regular basis.

Next year’s show dates are 5 - 6 March.

The 2015 Powerboat GP British Championship got underway in Lancashire

JUNE The British Sailing Team clinched 11 medals at the ISAF Sailing World Cup Weymouth & Portland, securing a hat-trick of golds on a nail-biting final day of World Cup racing with Giles Scott, Nick Dempsey and the 470 duo of Hannah Mills and Saskia Clark all closing out event victories.

Silver medals also went to Tom Squires and Bryony Shaw in the men’s and women’s RS:X windsurfing events and bronze to the 49er duo of John Pink and Stuart Bithell as Great Britain topped the Olympic classes medal standings at this fourth leg of the ISAF Sailing World Cup series.

Around 9,500 people attended the RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show

APRIL London 2012 gold medallist Helena Lucas was the first athlete selected to represent ParalympicsGB at Rio 2016 - a selection which saw her become the first official member of either ParalympicsGB or Team GB for Rio. In the spring the RYA responded to Defra’s consultation on the sites proposed for designation in the second tranche of Marine Conservation Zones.

We considered the Government’s proposals in detail to ensure that they are based on objective and robust evidence, and that any potential impacts on recreational boating interests are minimised.

JULY At the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup in Portsmouth the RYA hosted a fully interactive stand offering visitors the chance to try a range of sailing simulators and different activities.

We launched our 2015 Kill Cord and Kill Switch Survey to examine causes of kill cord failure other than human error, so that we are able to shape future advice, training and work with manufacturers.

Through collaboration with SAR organisations, we also saw some key improvements to the technical and operational aspects of the RYA’s SafeTrx App. Recognition of the value of the SafeTrx application hit the mainstream in 2015, seeing it pick up a number of international awards.

There were 10 new champions crowned on the final day of the RYA Youth Nationals and 28 sailors were selected to represent Great Britain at the EUROSAF Youth European Championships in Brest, France, in August.

The British Sailing Team won 11 medals at the ISAF Sailing World Cup Weymouth & Portland

Giles Scott brought home gold from the Rio Test Event

AUGUST It was gold for Giles Scott as he clinched a final day Finn class victory at the Olympic Test Event in Rio, seeing him continue his two-year winning streak. While 470 duo Hannah Mills and Saskia Clark had to settle for silver after a medal race mistake saw their regatta lead slip away.

We carried out a survey seeking our members’ opinion on RYA membership and the likelihood of recommending RYA membership to others. We were delighted to receive a score of 83 per cent and will be striving to improve on this next time.

SEPTEMBER September and we were off to the Southampton Boat Show. With our stand in a new location directly in front of the RYA members’ lounge the RYA was truly at the heart of the show, with some 8,000 members and guests visiting the lounge during the show.

While at Southampton we celebrated the winners of the ilovesailing calendar competition and The Green Blue celebrated 10 years.

Eight sailors were named as the first athletes on the British teamsheet for the Rio 2016 Olympics and in the Team15 Champions Cup, West Kirby Warriors and Oxford Zoomers were crowned joint Champions.

OCTOBER In October the RYA successfully argued that private pleasure craft of 13.7m up to 24m in length should not be compelled to carry rocket parachute flares.

The Green Blue launched its first ever University Sailing Sustainability Challenge, with university sailing clubs around the UK competing to undertake a series of sustainable actions throughout the academic year (turn to page 26 to find out more).

NOVEMBER Kicking off the month, five British sailors were named in the ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year shortlist, including the British Sailing Teams’ Giles Scott.

We also unveiled the winners of the RYA Volunteer Awards, celebrating the commitment of the countless volunteers across the country who do fantastic work to support boating in all its forms.

Tickets to the 2016 RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show went on sale and the RYA Press Team were shortlisted in the Maritime Media Awards… fingers crossed!

DECEMBER As for December, the ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships take place in Langkawi and the team are busy prepping for the London Boat Show to kick off the New Year… but at the time of writing we are still waiting to see what else December will bring!

So that’s just a taster of what the RYA has been up to this year as we head towards another busy year in 2016 which will include the likes of the RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show in March, Push the Boat Out and a whole host of other events and activities and, of course, Rio 2016. www.rya.org.uk

Read the full 2015 round-up online at allatsea.co.uk. Simply click on the Columns tab.

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BRITISH SAILING TEAM FOLLOWING THE BRITISH TEAM ON THE ROAD TO RIO

The future is bright

49er FX sailor Sophie Ainsworth celebrates a strong result at the recent World Championships after a tough 2015.

THIS year certainly has not been plain sailing for Charlotte (Dobson) and myself, but we are proud to have recently finished fifth at the 49erFX World Championships in Buenos Aires and are really excited and positive about what the future holds as we approach the final year of the Olympic cycle.

We have suffered a few tough setbacks in 2015, but in hindsight we can say without a doubt that what does not break you makes you stronger.

At the end of May I bulged two discs in my neck, which resulted in me having to get an epidural in my neck.

It was a long road to recovery and consequently we missed the Weymouth and Portland World Cup and European Championships.

It definitely was not the build up to the Olympic Test Event or World Championships that we wanted.

NEW COACH We also spent six months without a consistent coach and although we still had world class input into our programme and Derek Clark was a rock for us, the consistency we desperately wanted was not there.

We are delighted that Mark Asquith is now the British 49erFX Podium coach. He has instantly added more energy to our campaign and we are eager to see how the unit we build with him can help our performances.

In Buenos Aires we achieved our best Worlds result to date and we were only four points off a medal. Not only this, but going into the Medal Race the gold medal was very much ours for the taking.

Ultimately, the race did not go our way and we finished fifth overall, but after the last six months there were a lot of positives we could take from the week.

Charlotte Dobson and Sophie Ainsworth are aiming for Rio 2016. Image: British Sailing Team

For us the Worlds very much reflect where we are. When we set our expectations before the regatta Mark was very realistic with us about our expectations at the end of a tough year when the 49erFX fleet has improved so much.

We told him that we knew we had the ability to finish in the top five. We definitely had not had the ideal build up but we had the belief.

MEDAL RACE We did exactly what we set out to do, and although it is hard not to be disappointed in the final result, as we were so close to that Worlds medal, there

is so much we can take from it. It was another event where we built on our series throughout the regatta, moving up the leaderboard as the event progressed.

Now that we are building a solid unit with our coach, things are only going to move forward and we feel like our ‘A’ game is just getting going. Luckily for us our next World Championships is in less than three months in Clearwater, Florida.

Our campaign has one goal, to win gold at Rio 2016, but there are a few hurdles we need to jump first. First we must beat the other British 49erFX teams to win the spot to represent Great Britain at the Games.

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LOOKING AHEAD TO RIO 2016

2016 is almost here and with it comes the greatest sporting event of them all – the Olympic Games. And it just so happens that Team GB has a history of doing rather well at sailing...

Team GB also has another winning record to preserve having won more Olympic sailing gold medals than any other nation. Since the sport was first introduced into the Olympics at the 1900 Paris games Team GB have brought home 25 golds – four of them belonging to Sir Ben Ainslie - and 54 medals in total.

Fittingly it was the London 1908 Olympic Games that saw sailing begin its unbroken run as an Olympic sport. There have been plenty of changes in the 100 or so years that have passed, and since the 2012 Games alone the following class changes have taken place: n Women’s (elliott 6m) and men’s (Star) keelboat events have been eliminated. n Multi-hulls return, represented by the Nacra 17. n Women’s skiff has been added, represented by the 49erFX.

These new classes, along with the others already featuring, have already been confirmed for Tokyo 2020. Sadly, though, Paralympic sailing classes are already out of the 2020 Olympic Games.

With the two changes to sailing classes there will be a total of 10 events at Rio. Laser sailing star Nick Thompson will be at Rio 2016. Image: British Sailing Team

HISTORICAL FACT Although sailing has been used for transport since ancient times it was around 400 years ago in Holland that it grew in popularity as a leisure pursuit. Shortly after the restoration of the monarchy in 1660, King Charles II introduced sailing as a sport here.

RIO 2016 5 - 21 August 2016 Sailing is scheduled to be held from 5–21 August at Marina da Gloria in Guanabara Bay n www.teamgb.com @TeamGB n www.britishsailingteam.com @BritishSailing n paralympics.org.uk @ParalympicsGB n www.rya.org.uk n www.rio2016.com/en @Rio2016_en n www.rio2016.com/en/the-games/ paralympic/event Turn to page 18 to read this month’s British Sailing Team report.

Laser Men’s single-handed dinghy. one of the simplest of the Olympic class boats. The Laser first participated in the Olympic Games in 1996.

Laser Radial Women’s single-handed dinghy. It made its debut at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, replacing the europe class.

Above: Giles Scott has been selected for the Finn class. Image: Richard Langdon/British Sailing Team Below: British Sailing Team selected sailors for the 2015 Olympic Test Event. Image: OnEdition

RIGHT: Team GB members Hannah Mills and Saskia Clark. Image: Jesus Renedo/Sailing Energy/ISAF

CLASSES Finn Single-handed heavyweight dinghy open. Originating in Finland, the Finn is a one-person, single sail dinghy that has been part of the Olympic Games since 1952.

2012: Gold for Sir Ben Ainslie

470 Men and women’s double-handed dinghy. The 470, first recognised as an Olympic class in 1976, was also the first women’s class, accepted into the Olympic Games in 1988 in Seoul.

2012: Silver for Luke Patience/ Stuart Bithell 2012: Silver for Hannah Mills/ Saskia Clark 49er High performance skiff - open.

Designed by Australian architect Julian Bethwaite in 1995, the class made its debut at the 2000 Sydney Games.

49erFX NEW! Women’s two-person skiff. The boat will be making its Olympic debut as the Women’s Skiff event at the 2016 Olympic Games.

Nacra 17 NEW! Mixed Multihull. The Rio 2016 Olympic Games will see the return of the mixed multihull to the Olympic program in the form of the Nacra 17.

We are about to tick over into another Olympic year and with it comes the excitement, anticipation and inevitable highs and lows of competition.

While we were spoilt by having the home Games in 2012, the distance from London to Rio is a whopping 5,767 miles, or 5011nm. Despite this there will be huge support for Team GB, both in the UK and over in Rio. The sailing regatta will be one of the most anticipated events for British spectators with expectations of a good medal haul. Having been top of the medal sailing table at the last four Olympic Games both the team and fans will want to make it five in a row. This might be a pressure for the team, but also provides an incentive to perform to the best of their ability.

RS:X Men and women’s windsurfer.

Replacing the Mistral, the NeilPryde RS:X was the new windsurfing equipment used at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Paralympic classes 2.4mR One-person keelboat.

2012: Gold for Helen Lucas SKUD18 Double-handed keelboat – open. It made its first appearance at the 2008 Paralympic Games in Beijing.

2012: Bronze for Alexandra Rickham/ Niki Birrell Sonar Three-person keelboat – open.

The Sonar has been sailed in the Paralympics since sailing was included as a Paralympic sport in 2000.

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SAILING MEDAL TALLY

london 2012 1 gold 4 silver

Beijing 2008 4 gold 1 silver 1 bronze

BRITISH SAILING TEAM The team is managed by the Royal Yachting Association and is made up of approximately 80 sailors. The team in the Olympic and Paralympic classes consists of two squads of sailors – the Podium Squad and Podium Potential Squad. They take part in regattas around the world, including World and European Championships and the ISAF Sailing World Cup series. Each win brings them closer to being selected for Team GB or ParalympicsGB. The first members of Team GB for 2016 were announced in September and, fittingly, they were sailors. The eight athletes have already won four Olympic medals and seven World Championship titles between them, and so the sailing prospects in Rio are looking good. n n n n n n

Luke Patience & Elliot Willis - 470 Alison Young - Laser Radial Nick Thompson - Laser Hannah Mills and Saskia Clark - 470 Giles Scott – Finn Bryony Shaw – RS:X

When their names were announced Team GB chef de mission Mark England said: “The selection of the first Team GB athletes is a landmark

Athens 2004 2 gold 1 silver 2 bronze

tOtAl ACROSS All GAMeS 25 gold 18 silver 11 bronze

moment on our journey to next year’s Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. As one of our most successful medalwinning sports it is fitting that sailing kick-off our Rio 2016 team announcements.”

However, another athlete was announced even earlier. Back in April Paralympic sailing champion Helena Lucas became the first GB athlete selected for Rio. Helena was the first British sailor to win a Paralympic medal since the sport became a full-time part of the Paralympic programme in 2000 when she won gold in the 2.4mR class in 2012.

British Sailing Team Manager Stephen Park believes his charges are wellplaced to meet the challenges of Rio 2016. Stephen said: “We’ve got plenty of talent within the team – sailors who really have put in some good performances over recent weeks, months and years, and in addition we have a good mix of some younger sailors coming through, some new first time Olympians and indeed some older hands. I am sure that this mix of age, experience, youth and enthusiasm is going to help create a great team atmosphere and be good for our 2016 performance.”

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Looking for something special for the boater in your life? Here is All at Sea’s Christmas gift guide.

ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS…

Dressing up

Winter hats and gloves always make great Christmas gifts. The Henri Lloyd Cobra Winter Gloves have MAXGRIP palm panels and neoprene thermal insulation. Or, why not combine a present with a donation to charity? Designed to raise awareness and funds for the Andrew Simpson Sailing Foundation and Bart’s Bash, this ultra quick drying peaked cap carries the official foundation logo and offers UV protection and has a metal buckle adjustment. Henri Lloyd will donate £5 for each cap sold to the ASSF. Cobra Winter Gloves: £30 Fast-Dri Corporate Cap: £20 www.henrilloyd.com

GPS watch

The quatix is Garmin’s signature marine GPS watch and has all sorts of features that sailors will love. For racers it even has tactical sailing options including race countdown timer, virtual starting line and tack assist. Other functions include built-in remote capabilities allowing sailors to remotely control a Garmin autopilot from their wrist and an MOB activation function. £249.99 www.garmin.com

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If you are looking for something different to the perennial woolly jumper to give this Christmas, SeaSafe has a lifejacket promotion.

If you buy one of their I-Zip 170N lifejackets, with prices from £84.95, you can also purchase a package of lifejacket accessories comprising: a Kill Cord attachment, a SOLAS Light, a Spray Hood, a Re-Arming Kit and SeaSafe’s ‘LiveSaver’ MOB cord for just £32.

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Pac it in

This small waterproof electronics case from Aquapac is ideal for protecting your electronics kit including larger smartphones and most handheld GPS units. This case is dust, dirt, sand and waterproof, with

Miniboat BMC153

The mini boat BMC 153 is a remote controlled speedboat from Revell. The 150mm boat has a builtin lithium battery. It takes around seven minutes to charge and this will give between eight and ten minutes of play time. Revell Control models are available from www.amazon.co.uk and other toy and model retailers. £19.99 www.revell.de/en

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Marine artist Claudia Myatt and Emma Barton at Waldringfield Boatyard on the lovely River Deben in Suffolk have teamed up to produce a range of nautical mugs. From beach huts to dinghies, they all feature beautiful boating images. They can even design your own mug or you could commission your own design. £6.99 gone-sailing.co.uk

Not nautical, but if you are buying for youngsters here are the toys that will be best sellers this Christmas!

1. Toot-Toot Friends Busy Sounds Discovery Home, £45 (Age: 1+) 2. Disney Frozen Sing-A-Long Elsa, £39 (Age: 3+) 3. LEGO City Deep Sea Exploration Vessel, £80 (Age: 8-12) 4. Little Live Pets Cleverkeet, £60 (Age: 3+) 5. Star Wars Kylo Ren’s Command Shuttle, £100 (Age: 9-14) 6. Thunderbirds - Interactive Tracy Island, £80 (Age: 3+) 7. Paw Patrol Paw Patroller, £60 (Age: 3+) 8. Pie Face, £20 (Age: 5+) 9. Star Wars Bladebuilders Jedi Master Lightsaber, £50 (Age: 4+) 10. Star Wars The Force Awakens Millennium Falcon, £120 (Age: 4+)

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Sea bowl

This enamel bowl is remarkably useful on board. The design is based on the bowls that Great Polar Explorers used. It is large enough to hold a decent stew or pie before the gale sets in. It can also be used as a proper sized bowl for porridge or cereal. The steep sides stop spillage and

the large surface area of the base helps prevent it from skidding across the deck. £19.50 www.arthurbeale.co.uk

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More than words

Here is a great way to bring some home comforts to your boat and add your own touch at the same time. This hobby cushion, made from a natural smooth cotton canvas, can be personalised with, perhaps, a favourite boating quote. It is available in either natural or black and the text can be in a choice of 20 colours.

Size: 45x45cm £33 (with pad £40) www.morethanwords.uk.com

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TOP TIP!

Forget wrapping paper: simply jazz up brown parcel paper or wrap gifts in old magazines or reusable soft fabrics.

Plus before you hit the shops check what paper and cards you have left from last year.

Regatta vouchers

For the sailor who loves boating events, the International Paint Poole Regatta is one for the 2016 calendar. So, how about giving vouchers that can be used against entry or berthing at the regatta. One or multiple £20 vouchers are available.

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Q-BOPZ Racing Speaker

This Bluetooth speaker is incredibly easy to use and has a great sound, especially considering its size (62 x 59mm). Its tough silicone skin, in the style of a tyre, makes it the perfect speaker to have on a boat, plus its suction cup means you can attach it to all kinds of surfaces. It has a wireless range of 10m, gives up to seven hours of playback and comes with a USB to micro-USB charging cable. £19.99 http://bit.ly/racingspeaker

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ExpErts’ forum GETTING THE BEST FROM YOUR SAILS

New year sails As we head into 2016 Matt Atkins, Director at Kemp Sails, explains why making your sails last is important - but so too is using them efficiently. Here he lists a few of the basics you need to know.

GeNoas n Make sure the sheet leads are in the right position on the track. As a rule of thumb, the sheet’s angle should bisect the clew. With the lead too far aft, the leech will be slack when the foot’s tight.

Too far forward, and the leech will be hard against the spreaders while the foot is still some way off the bottom of the shrouds. n Use the telltales. They will indicate whether the lead is correct. If the top windward telltale breaks first, the lead is too far aft. If the bottom one goes first, move the lead forward. Ideally, the windward telltales all the way down the luff should break (stop streaming) simultaneously when you luff gently into the wind with the sheet in tight. n Move the sheet lead forward when you reef the sail. As you reef a roller Genoa, the clew moves up and forward - so you will need to move the lead forward to

maintain the correct sheeting angle. If you have rolled the telltales up in the sail, you can add extra sets at known reef positions. Otherwise, watch the sail - the lead needs to be moved forward if you lose drive at the top of the luff before the bottom. n Do not forget forestay tension. If your backstay is too slack (or the cap shrouds on a fractional rig) your Genoa will be too full - the main symptoms are excessive heel and loss of pointing ability. Try tightening the rigging. Watch the halyard tension too, in light winds you should not have any vertical creases, but as the wind builds you will need a tighter luff. When you have established the right tension for average conditions, mark across the headfoil and luff tape a few feet above the tack. That way, when the marks come into line, you are at the right point to start adjusting for more or less wind if necessary.

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ProloNGiNG sail life - GeNeral TiPs n With tapered battens, make sure you insert the thin end into the pocket first. n Do not let sails flog - Use your Leech and Foot Lines. Letting your sails flap in the wind is one of the quickest ways of ruining their condition and shape. n Wash the salt out of sails. Salt is abrasive and will wear away at both the fabric and stitching. It also attracts moisture, which can quickly lead to the growth of mould and mildew. n Do not put sails away wet for long periods of time. n Do not scrunch sails up - Flake (fold) them along the foot without the battens in and store straight and flat.

MaiNsails n Keep the top telltale streaming. If it is not, your leech is too tight - ease the mainsheet and/or kicking strap. n When sailing to windward, keep the boom central until weather helm builds up. The mainsail’s leech is primarily responsible for making the boat point upwind - so keep it working. As a general rule, this means keeping the boom fairly central until the boat starts protesting through the helm, heeling too much or losing speed. Then you will need to start easing the traveller or, if you do not have a traveller, ease the sheet but make sure the kicking strap is reasonably tight. n Do not over-sheet. This applies to both genoas and mainsails. If the Genoa’s too tight, it will back-wind the main and you will pull the main in to compensate, resulting in too much weather helm, heel and loss of speed.

n Keep them clean. n Protect them from the sun (make sure your cover fits, is secure and covers the sail completely). Do not leave roller Genoas on the headfoil if you are not using the boat for a while - take them down and stow them below. n Roll the headsail up tightly, so the wind cannot catch it (ideally over wind the sheets around the sail twice and secure both sheets and furling Line). n Protect sails from chafe -beware split pins and tape them up. n Do not leave your sails under maximum tensions. Slacken halyards on roller reefing genoas when leaving the boat and ease the mainsail’s clew outhaul. n Use the Cunningham. It will help flatten the sail, move the draft forward and open the leech in stronger winds. n For easier mainsail reefing, mark the halyard at the point where you can hook the reef ring over the tack horn.

This saves extra trips along the deck.

Ensuring the Tack is properly secured avoids Luff damage when winding in the Leech Reef.

If you are experiencing problems with sail trim, call or email Kemp Sails - ideally with a picture of the issue. n www.kempsails.com n info@kempsails.com n Wareham Sail Loft: 01929 554308 n Gosport Sales & Service: 02392 808717

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GAc pindar is the official logistics provider for the extreme Sailing Series, Volvo Ocean Race and a familiar name on the international race circuit.

Q&A WITH ANDREW PINDAR, TEAM PRINCIPAL AT LOGISTICS PROVIDER GAC PINDAR

WHAT IS THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR CAREER SO FAR?

WHAT SAILING EVENTS DOES GAC PINDAR PROVIDE THE LOGISTICS FOR?

We have been the official logistics provider to Extreme Sailing Series since 2011 and hope to be so for many years to come. Each year we move 20 or so containers loaded with boats, RIBs, spares, racecourse markers and event paraphernalia to the eight or more event locations around the world. We were the official logistics provider for the last Volvo Ocean Race. Getting a 30m mast replacement mast flown half way round the world so that Dongfeng could re-enter the race was

Andrew Pindar congratulates Ian Williams on his record breaking 5th WMRT title. Image: Robert Hadjuk

one of the more interesting challenges!

Besides that we have worked for many others including the World Match Racing Tour, the Transat Jacques Vabre, some ISAF events and hundreds of individual moves.

HOW DID YOU FIRST GET INTO SAILING?

I was lucky to have been born in the pretty seaside town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire and so had water on the doorstep, but in reality it was more that my life long friend Robin Gray came from a mad keen boating family and so I got dragged along on water ski boats through to Shearwater catamarans.

Then, as a teenager, my parents bought a Mirror dinghy for us all to learn to sail in. We kept 26299 down at Filey Sailing Club where both Robin and I had lessons on a Wayfarer.

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TELL US ABOUT YOUR ROLE.

GAC Pindar is formed from a collaboration between GAC, an international shipping and logistics business, and my company Pindar Sailing Partners. I am responsible for maintaining and building our presence in the sector worldwide and for securing business, be that the Volvo Ocean Race or getting a 470 dinghy from Japan to Abu Dhabi. Part of my role is to promote what we do through the ongoing sponsorships of World Champion Match Racer Ian Williams and record breaking quadriplegic sailor Hilary Lister.

DO YOU STILL HAVE ANY AMBITIONS? I have promised myself a Transatlantic crossing, though must admit I would like to do so on a yacht with a good crew, a decent galley and comfortable bunks, the privations of Volvo Ocean Race sailors and the likes are no longer for me….

It has to be sponsoring and following Emma Richards’ circumnavigation of the world in the 2002/2003 Around Alone Race and being there with my pal Robin Gray, who managed the project, to welcome her over the finish line in Newport, Rhode Island. The race was a life changer for all of us and will remain with me forever.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH ALL AT SEA’S READERS?

This is a sport, which is accessible to any age, any ability and any pocket. It is a sport for recreation, for pleasure and if you want, for competition. But it is also a place to work and from which lifetime opportunities can arise. If you have not done so yet, call up or drop by the fantastic BAR building in Portsmouth.

The guys and girls, from Sir Ben Ainslie to Jo Grindley and all the others there, are doing something very special for the whole business of sailing in Britain. Or call in at the RYA in Hamble where one of Sarah Treseder’s team will tell you how to get involved or even step into the ISAF offices at the end of Town Quay and see what Peter Sowrey and others are doing for sailing the world over.

Read the full interview online at allatsea. co.uk/category/features/special-features

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THEN AND NOW

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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 leisure boating.

Christmas sails...

BOATING ARCHIVE

The latest in sailcloth technology can now produce a sail that is completely transparent.

Image: David Henshall

Tempted by the end of year discounts? Many sailors will be starting the 2016 season with new sails, but what is the history behind this kit?

As the festival of Christmas becomes ever more commercialized, the lead in to 25 December and the fortnight or so that follows are all about getting either a bargain or using the post Xmas sales to get the things you might otherwise not be able to afford. sailors are no different to any other discerning shoppers apart from the fact that the Christmas sales could equally be the Christmas sails! All of the major sail lofts are aiming to persuade us to upgrade our rigs by offering very generous end of year discounts.

But what exactly Is the deal on sails, how many of us really understand the nature of the incredible technology that we now look at up the mast and promptly take for granted.

The 1946 Merlin ‘Gently’ using a traditional suit of cotton sails.

Image: Ranelagh Sailing Club

SAILING INTO HISTORY

The addition of a sail to a boat is almost as old as civilisation itself, with archaeological excavations in what was Mesopotamia turning up evidence of sails as far back as 5,000 years BC. By the time of the Egyptians, the Phoenicians and Greeks the use of sailing vessels to drive the expansion of trade routes was well established.

The earliest sails had used whatever materials could be collected locally, but as the sophistication of boats grew, so did the need to make the sail work more efficiently. Key to this was the use of the silky fibres from the stem of the flax plant, which could be woven into linen.

Compare this Merlin mainsail with the one shown on Gently. The latest in hi-tec sails has used computer technology to lay carbon fibre tapes along the lines of stress in the sail.

Image: David Henshall

so successful was linen as a material for sail making that it would become the power source that drove ships on the exploration of the world. However, flax based linen was not the only material in use as cotton was being increasingly woven on an industrial basis.

However, the new material highlighted the growing technology and understanding of cloth dynamics in the world of sail making. Cotton from the colonies might be heavily traded but it was not the answer that ships needed.

The preference there was for Egyptian cotton, which by virtue of being a slower growing plant provided longer fibres and thus a more stable cloth.

Apart from a few classic boats, cotton is no longer used in sail making, but even today ‘Egyptian Cotton’ is seen almost as a benchmark of quality when the material is used for soft furnishings.

ARRIVAL OF NYLON

sail had already long given way to steam when the next big revolution in cloth technology would take place.

In the mid-1930s thread manufacture moved from the fields of agriculture into the laboratories of the UsA with the development of the new wonder material ‘nylon’.

Just a few years on there was a huge demand for a whole range of cloths to feed the needs of the WW II war machine and synthetic cloth would experience a sudden leap forward in development. As an example, the expansion of air forces resulted in the demands for silk to make parachutes vastly exceeding supply.

It would be a further development of nylon that would end up being a real lifesaver for many airmen. Of course, the term ‘nylon’ also came to represent the wonder material for ladies hosiery, with the term ‘nylons’ being the sought after item of war time clothing.

With its lightness and low stretch properties, come the post war period and the boom in leisure sailing synthetic clothes would soon find their way into sail making. Nylon worked well as a cloth

for spinnakers, but it was another of the new materials, this time one developed in the UK, that would make its mark in the making of ‘white sails’.

NEW DEVELOPMENTS

Terylene was the answer to the sailors’ – and the sailmakers’ - prayers for as a fibre it retained its characteristics even when wet. It did not absorb water, dried quickly and could be manufactured to very close tolerances, allowing far greater accuracy in the construction of a sail.

Developments of woven cloth continued apace and soon the woven cloth was being covered in resin before being passed through a set of rollers. The result is that wonderfully smooth finish to sailcloth that has that distinctive ‘crackle’ of a new sail.

Even as the new materials, known as Dacron, continued their development, work was also underway to produce sails from film materials, rather than a woven cloth. A sail can be subjected to a great deal of harsh treatment once hoisted up the mast and it was soon found that a lightweight scrim cloth, backed on either side by a wafer thin layer of Mylar could produce sails of extraordinary strength for their lightness.

Development continues apace with Kevlar and carbon fibre scrims now being used, along with sails where the scrim is replaced by lines of carbon fibre along the load lines of the sail.

In the meantime, however, woven cloth continues to evolve, with new developments offering the sailor even better sails than before.

For those sailors hoping that santa will bring them that extra special Xmas gift that comes in a sail bag, suppliers Bainbridge are launching their new woven cloth, HsXv, that will offer higher performance from even lower stretch, whilst at the same time, offering increased longevity.

They may not fit under the Christmas tree but these really are Christmas sails in the Christmas sales. Festive greetings to you all from the All at sea Archive page.

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GREEN FOCUS JAne SwAn

The Green Blue is the joint environment programme created by the British Marine Federation and the Royal Yachting Association to encourage sustainable boating in all its forms.

Southampton University are taking on the Challenge

Challenging times University sailing clubs from across the UK are taking part in the first ever University Sailing Sustainability Challenge, set up by The Green Blue.

ThE idea was sparked at the British Association for Sustainable Sport conference held at the Millennium Stadium Cardiff in 2014, where The Green Blue (a joint environment programme created by the RYA and British Marine) came across the Global Athletes programme.

Global Athletes, run from the University of Gloucestershire, uses sport as a vehicle for positive change and encourages students to embrace sustainability challenges in their everyday lives at university. The Green Blue saw this as a great model to extend to university sailing clubs by challenging students to improve environmental sustainability within their sailing teams and clubs.

Students love a challenge so The Green Blue created a three tier competition with a prize draw

incentive and invited university clubs to sign up.

From the 46 university sailing clubs in the UK, ten have now stepped forward including Plymouth, Bournemouth, Southampton, Oxford, Manchester, York, Newcastle, Leeds, Glasgow and Strathclyde.

The challenge will see the university sailing clubs competing to undertake a series of sustainable actions throughout the academic year in order to win prizes and demonstrate to the rest of the boating community how achievable sustainable boating can be.

SUSTAINABLE ACTIONS Sustainable actions include: ensuring their sailing venues have a spill kit available to clean up any accidental spills when boaters are handling oil and fuel, ensuring members use re-usable water bottles (rather than single use plastic bottles) during training sessions and events to reduce waste and making sure their boats, trailers and equipment are checked, cleaned and dried to minimise the spread of invasive non-native species around UK waters.

Southampton University Sailing Club’s Commodore, Tom harrison said: “As soon as we heard about The Green Blue’s new challenge we were very keen to get involved.

“This is a great opportunity for our sailing club members to learn how to be more sustainable and show other boaters how it can be done. I strongly believe that our sport can do even more to be sustainable and ensure our sailing environment is clean and safe for generations to come.”

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“This is a great opportunity for our sailing club members to learn how to be more sustainable and show other boaters how it can be done.”

Sustainable actions include ensuring their sailing venues have a spill kit available

The response has been brilliant and The Green Blue is very excited to have such an enthusiastic and competitive group of sailing students on board helping to promote sustainable boating.

AWARD LEVELS Participating clubs have to complete three different award levels - Bronze, Silver and Gold - by 27 March

2016. Each award level has a number of sustainable actions that need to be completed and evidenced in order to be entered into three prize draws to win £100, £250 and £500 respectively.

All three prize draw winners will be invited to attend the BUCS Team Racing Championships in April 2016 to be awarded their prizes and certificates for their effort and achievements.

If you know a university sailing club interested in getting involved or want to find out more about the challenge, contact Kate Fortnam, The Green Blue’s Environmental Outreach Officer, at kate.fortnam@thegreenblue.org.uk or call 07900 492192. For more visit www.thegreenblue.org.uk

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BUILD-A-BOAT

James is not exactly new to the sport of sailing and has been on the water in various different boats for the last 19 years, moving to the International Moth during 2013. He now works at Grafham Water Centre as one of their Chief Instructors, heading up a team of almost 30 instructing staff.

BUILD YOUR OWN INTERNATIONAL MOTH

transom deck, wing sockets plus all the bulk heads to put in place.

PURE LUNASEA

A HOME BUILD All this was done in my small spare room, which is just big enough to have the hull in. When more space was needed the living room was utilised too.

Another useful tool in the house was the oven to post cure lots of the smaller carbon parts.

Many hours were spent aligning the wing socket and kingpost. If you get those wrong the boat will end up looking wonky. The whole build generally went very well. However, there was a point early on in the process when the vacuum bag was struggling to seal properly and this took some time to correct. But with many long days and late nights she was built and ready.

Come the day of the launch - a couple of weeks later than the unrealistic deadline that I set myself - we hit the water not knowing how well she would work. I jumped on, sheeted in and to my surprise within 200 yards of the beach we were up and fully foiling and cruising at 16 knots pushing to 23 on the first trip out.

Grafham Water Centre’s Chief Instructor, James Sainsbury, is extremely passionate about sailing the International Moth, so much so that he decided to build his own Moth. James finally completed his boat build after ten long months.

each other and then added mine over the top adding where I wanted more volume or less.

Paper templates were made up from this drawing to make a skeleton for a plug. Once the plug was made a female mould was taken from it to create the final hull. There were many other pieces to build too including the nose cone,

NEW SAILS The first sail did not last too long after a set of modified tramps ripped. Two weeks later we were out again with a fresh new pair.

With its first flight on tidal waters in June at Stokes Bay for the National

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t s e b s Best Winter bite Beach Cafes

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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.

sex, taking s u S t s e W o t Dorset t as we h ig W f o le Is in the travel east.

1. HIX OYSTER & FISH HOUSE, LYME REGIS

This relaxed restaurant overlooks Lyme Regis harbour. The simple dishes use locally sourced sustainable stuff.

Obviously it is good with fish, but I like the afternoon tea including the Dorset border cream tea and toasted teacakes.

01297 446 910 www.hixoysterandfishhouse.co.uk

2. THE WATCH HOUSE CAFE, EAST BEACH, WEST BAY

A wood fired pizza oven and a great choice of home made, local food. It does a great farmhouse breakfastand has seating on beach (sister to the Hive).

01308 459330 www.watchhousecafe.co.uk

5. TASTE, CHESIL BEACH, PORTLAND

Situated half way along the causeway in the pretty Wildlife Trust building, serving great food all day, good coffee, crab sandwiches and platters to share.

It has evening openings in the summer months. Then walk out onto Chesil and look back along the Fleet – magical.

It has just won the Taste of the West Silver Award.

01305 206196 www.tastecafechesilbeach.co.uk

3. THE HIVE BEACH CAFÉ, BURTON BRADSTOCK, DORSET

This month we do a round-up of some of the best beach cafes that are open during the winter months.

And now to the Isle of Wight… my best foodies here are Matt & Cat - follow them on Twitter @ MattandCat - and Telegraph travel writer Fiona Duncan @HotelGuruGuru

7. THE LITTLE GLOSTER, GURNARD, ISLE OF WIGHT

Everyone talks about this place and I am yet to try it, but here is what Fiona Duncan said recently: “This restaurant with rooms is possibly the best place to eat on the Isle of Wight. At Gurnard, just along the coast from Cowes, it has views right down the Solent from inside or out.

The menu changes daily, but enjoy brunch of eggs Florentine, lunch of Bembridge crab and crayfish cakes or dinner of Cheverton sirloin steak.

Winter openings are Thursday to Sunday with booking advised.

01983 298776 thelittlegloster.com and now back to mainland…

6. SOUTH DEEP CAFÉ, PARKSTONE BAY, POOLE

It has a lovely sheltered spot with its own baker on site. The café offers good food, freshly cooked and sensibly sourced. We like it here, but check tides if you are coming by water – it is sports boat country!

01202 733155 www.parkstonebay.com/cafe

This seafood cafe at Hive Beach offers views of Lyme Bay and the Jurassic Coast.

Spider crabs from the beach are served in summer, and the menu changes daily depending on availability. Dishes may include West Bay turbot, with a wild mushroom and tarragon sauce, or pan-fried Lyme Bay monkfish. It closes a bit earlier in the winter, but is good for breakfast and lunch.

01308 897070 www.hivebeachcafe.co.uk

4. HARBOUR LIGHTS, PORTLAND MARINA

Hot off the press, Harbour Lights has just re-opened under Dean & Reddyhoff’s management. The waterfont bar has a wood-fired pizza oven outside and is offering some great winter deals and live music to warm up locals and berth holders.

01305 823000

8. PEBBLE BEACH, BARTON-ONSEA, HAMPSHIRE

Watch the sunset from the smart cliff-top terrace. The dining room has a much more formal feel, as does the sophisticated à la carte menu, on which diners might find Gigas rock oysters and lamb shoulder.

01425 627777 pebblebeach-uk.com ne Bay, Poole South Deep Café, Parksto

9. THE BEACH HOUSE, MUDEFORD, CHRISTCHURCH HARBOUR

Catch the ferry over or a train from Christchurch to Hengistbury Head. We all share fond memories of shuffling in here, sand footed, for a plate of crab cakes and bottle of Picpoul.

01202 423474 www.beachhousecafe.co.uk

10. THE JETTY, AT CHRISTCHURCH HARBOUR HOTEL, MUDEFORD

This is a treat with gorgeous Grand Designs style timber and glass rooms overlooking the harbour. Great food and wine list – lunch is something of a bargain for the quality of food (cooked by local chef Alex Aitken) with eye popping surroundings.

01202 400950 www.christchurch-harbourhotel.co.uk/the-jetty

11. THE HAVEN, LYMINGTON YACHT HAVEN

A wonderful setting above the marina office and brokerage, with far reaching views over to the Island. It is much improved since Chris Evans helped to update it. There is the big fish platter (it is worth asking the price before ordering this fella – or be sitting down) and is also good for a beer or a coffee.

01590 679971 www.havenrestaurant.co.uk

Trinity’s at the Lightship, Haslar, Portsmouth Harbour

12. TRINITY’S AT THE LIGHTSHIP, HASLAR, PORTSMOUTH HARBOUR

This is not a beach café, but as it is right on the water and you can come on into the marina, tie up and have lunch, it goes on my list. Maria serves great food from breakfast ‘till dinner on one of the world’s remaining Lightships. It is closed the first two weeks of January.

02392 503387 www.trinitysatthelightship.co.uk

13. THE BOAT HOUSE CAFE CHICHESTER MARINA, WEST SUSSEX

A convivial café in an attractive building at Chichester Marina, so zip through the lock – always fun – and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner.

01243 513203 www.idealcollection.co.uk

14. EAST BEACH CAFE, LITTLEHAMPTON, WEST SUSSEX

A stunning building, designed by Thomas Heatherwick, it is a giant piece of oxidized steel that reminds me of knuckled Meccano pieces, sitting on the shingle, looking out to sea. The menu consists of retro seaside classics done properly such as beer-battered fish and chips and kippers on toast.

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MARINA CHAT

When Dennis is not on the water in the Solent, you will find him at Hythe Marina Village

WHAT’S HAPPENING ArouNd THE uK’S MArINAS

sOuTH cOAsT cruIsING

You may have spotted Dennis James cruising around the Solent. Since his retirement Dennis has been making the most of owning his motorboat and loves the community feel that comes with ownership.

We enjoy the shops and restaurants at the marina. Then when we want to go into Southampton there is a handy ferry service that runs from hythe right into the centre.

Dennis James on board Jenelda II

I have always loved boats and since I retired I have really had the time to enjoy life out on the water. I am a berth holder at MDL’s hythe Marina village in Southampton and love the lifestyle that owning a boat brings.

JENELDA II I have loved boating for many years. I bought my first boat, Jenelda, at the age of 31 and I currently have a 38ft Doral elegante motorboat, Jenelda II. They are manufactured in Canada to a very high specification and are relatively rare here in the UK. It is a truly beautiful boat. She is so well crafted and easy to handle that it is a joy and a pleasure to take her out. Jenelda II can go over 30 knots but we tend to cruise at around 20 knots.

WEEkEND cruIsEs My wife, Brenda, and I regularly take trips around the Solent and along the South Coast, and berthing at hythe Marina village is ideal for this. having a berth with MDL means we can hop from one marina to the next and most weekends we will take a gentle cruise down to Port hamble, stopping for lunch at Banana Wharf and then cruising back to hythe.

The Solent is such a beautiful place to go boating and we enjoy relaxing and taking it all in. It is a fantastic way to spend a few days.

In the past we have taken trips to Cherbourg and the Channel Islands in convoy with other boats. We found it much more fun to go on a trip as part of a group

rather than on our own and really enjoyed our little adventures. It only took us about three-and-a-half hours to France, which was just the right length for us to enjoy.

Solent and it is the perfect place to enjoy a nice glass of scotch at the end of a long day. www.mdlmarinas.co.uk/mdl-hythemarina-village

BAck AT THE mArINA When I am not on the water in the Solent, you will find me at the marina. I spend an hour or so every day giving the boat a good polish and making sure she is in tip top condition for the weekend.

I do not have to worry about the safety and security of Jenelda II. There are other benefits from marina berthing here like fuel at cost and discounted services. everyone is so lovely at the marina and we have an absolute whale of a time – there is a real community feel to the place.

I am sure we have the best pontoon in the

Dennis enjoys regular take trips around the Solent and along the South Coast.

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MARINA FOCUS SPOTLIGHT ON UK MARINAS & HARBOURS

OCEAN VILLAGE MARINA

Ocean Village Marina, Southampton, SO14 3TG Tel: 023 8022 9385 www.oceanvillagemarina.co.uk www.mdlmarinas.co.uk oceanvillage@mdlmarinas.co.uk

Ocean Village Marina – a remarkable transformation into one of the most desirable home ports in the world.

OCEAN Village Marina boasts a fantastic location situated in the heart of Southampton water with easy access to the cruising waters of the Solent and the Channel. Owned by MDL Marinas, Ocean Village is one of the world’s most prestigious and renowned marinas. Initially the site of Southampton’s first working docks, the outer dock opened in 1842 and the area was redeveloped and officially opened in 1986.

The basin, formerly used for commercial ships, is deep enough to offer mooring facilities for tall ships and super yachts up to 90m. It also offers easy links to Southampton train station and airport –

making it a welcome home and visiting port for thousands of boaters each year.

Ocean Village Marina is famous for hosting the start and finish of a number of global yacht races and benefits from being overlooked by the prestigious Royal Southampton Yacht Club.

Set to become one of the main leisure destinations in Southampton, Ocean Village is transforming into one of the most desired marina locations for annual berth holders and visitors. In 2017, the finished waterfront location will also boast a £50m luxury spa hotel complex, the tallest residential building in the city and new restaurants and retail openings.

FACILITIES

THERE are plentiful facilities for berth holders and visitors including shower/washing. Nearby Shamrock Quay offers dry stack storage and annual berth holders can enjoy discounted boat yard services at Shamrock Quay and Saxon Wharf.

During the course of the year the marina team also organises many social events at the marina. These have included a ‘Touch of Wimbledon’ event with champagne and strawberries and a Sun and Sangria event – all great fun and well attended by berth holders.

Ocean Village Marina offers the perfect place to unwind before you head out to see the sights of Southampton.

■ 375 berths ■ Max LOA: 90m ■ Fuel (petrol, diesel) available at nearby Hythe Marina Village and Port Hamble Marina ■ Cinemas ■ Variety of restaurants ■ Yacht brokerage ■ MDL unlimited free WiFi ■ 24-hour security ■ Free car parking ■ Boat lifting and storage ashore available at nearby Shamrock Quay, Hythe Marina Village and Hamble Point Marina ■ Nearby Shamrock Quay offers dry stack berthing

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LUXURY DEVELOPMENT

OVER the past 10 years Ocean Village has seen numerous phases of redevelopment. Most recent is the addition of residential complexes including the Admirals Quay development – the tallest and one of the most impressive apartment and commercial developments.

Other landmark buildings include an award-winning multi storey car park designed to serve the redeveloped Ocean Village Estate, and the Ocean Village Innovation Centre, which has provided quality office space for a number of businesses.

There are some really exciting developments taking shape at Ocean Village Marina as the multimillion pound redevelopment in Southampton moves into its final phase.

Central to the development is a luxury superyacht inspired five-star hotel, which is set to open in 2017. The hotel will extend out into the marina and will benefit not only seafaring guests but visitors to the waterfront destination too.

This new development will feature a spa, champagne bar and rooftop restaurant with stunning views, whilst also bringing a number of new brands

Southampton Harbour Hotel is set to open in 2017

The Maritimo Lounge is one of the new openings at Ocean Village

THINGS TO DO to the city with retail openings and award-winning new restaurants.

Dean Smith, Operations and Marketing Director at MDL Marinas, said: “We are delighted that construction work has begun on what promises to be an incredible new hotel. This exciting new luxury development is the city’s only luxury five-star hotel and will generate considerable benefits for the area upon its completion.

“Alongside our world-class marina and the new Admirals

Quay development, the hotel will represent another major step towards establishing Ocean Village as Southampton’s premier waterfront destination.”

Once completed Ocean Village will be Southampton’s most vibrant waterfront destination, with the development creating a world class, modern setting where the city’s residents, visitors and the marina customers can come to enjoy shopping and dining in a fantastic marina setting.

SOUTHAMPTON is a beautiful city to explore. A sociable marina, with a variety of entertainment on your doorstep, it is not only one of the premier venues for sailing and watersports, but it is also a perfect location for exploring the city lights, the New Forest National Park and the Isle of Wight.

Just some of the highlights of things to do and see in Southampton include: ■ Close to home - One of the new openings at Ocean Village is the Maritimo Lounge, which has enjoyed a £550,000 investment. It is the perfect location to unwind and socialise. It has an eclectic and vibrant interior with amazing views of the marina. For evening entertainment you have the choice of Cineworld or Harbour Lights, showing new releases or a selection of old time favourites.

■ Fabulous food and entertainment – there is an endless choice of restaurants in Southampton and visitors will be spoilt for choice whether dining al fresco by the water at Banana Wharf

BERTHING & STORAGE

As Europe’s leading marina operator, MDL Marinas is proud to offer the most comprehensive berthing package in the marketplace. The Freedom Berthing package gives owners far more than a superb berth and marina facilities, it is a passport to extra rewards, benefits and savings, such as complimentary stays at over 100 other marinas both in the UK and Europe, discounts on boatyard services and fuel at cost.

ACCESS

PROCEED up Southampton Water keeping clear of all commercial shipping. At Weston Shelf green buoy, near the junction of the Rivers Itchen and Test, keep to starboard up the Itchen. Ocean Village is about one mile further north to port, opposite the old Vosper Thorneycroft yard and just short of the Itchen Bridge. Call on VHF Ch 80 or by mobile for a vacant berth.

CRUISING

FOR Ocean Village’s seafaring guests, the marina offers a great location for all adventurers. The Isle of Wight is just south of the marina and the famous yacht haven of Cowes a few miles away.

Other popular day cruising locations include the Beaulieu River

or Lymington – both perfect settings for day trips. For those who fancy taking advantage of MDL’s network of nearby marinas you can travel south towards Hamble Point Marina or up the picturesque river towards Mercury Yacht Harbour and Port Hamble.

There is also Hythe Marina, a picturesque marina across the water from Ocean Village or just around the corner there is Shamrock Quay and Saxon Wharf – you will be spoilt for choice.

Slightly further afield, the south of England offers many fantastic places to visit for the weekend, with a number of MDL marinas including Northney Marina and Sparkes Marina in Chichester and Cobb’s Quay Marina in Poole Harbour, the world’s second largest natural harbour.

Cruising to Cherbourg, the Channel

Islands and the Brittany coastline are within easy distance from Ocean Village Marina and annual berth holders can enjoy Freedom Berthing – giving access to complimentary stays at over 90 marinas across the UK and Europe. Many of MDL’s berth holders toured northwest France last summer with no additional berthing costs.

Berth holders can also take part in MDL Marinas’ ‘Cruise in Company’ events, which give boat owners the fantastic opportunity to take part in organised cruises with other berth holders.

MDL Marinas organises a number of cruises each year including trips up the River Medina from Cowes to the Folly pub ‘A Jolly to the Folly’, a lovely pub come restaurant set on the water’s edge where you can moor up and take the Folly water taxi to shore.

■ Complimentary stays at over 100 marinas ■ Save with Fuel at Cost ■ Introduce Your Friends and Earn Rewards ■ Unlimited FREE WiFi ■ Discounted boatyard services ■ Social MDL ■ Berth Swap and experience other MDL Marinas ■ My MDL – Online, Anytime ■ Flexible contracts ■ Freedom to change marinas ■ Complimentary boat movements ■ Freedom to transfer your berth to a new boat owner

and Pitcher & Piano or discovering wonderful cuisine at the likes of Oxfords and the White Star. There is also plenty of evening entertainment in a wide choice of bars, theatres and clubs.

■ WestQuay Shopping Centre – over 100 food and retail brands all under one roof including John Lewis, Karen Millen and Cath Kidston, as well as a fabulous food terrace featuring brands including Wagamama, Handmade Burger Co. and Yo! Sushi.

■ The Old Town and Cultural Quarter – areas of significant cultural attractions including the Mayflower Theatre and the SeaCity Museum. The city is also home to the second largest still standing medieval walls in England.

■ Southampton Boat Show – held annually in September since 1968 with over 600 exhibitors. The event runs for 10 days at Mayflower Park on the city’s waterfront.

■ Classics on the Quay – Shamrock Quay Marina hosts a monthly ‘Classics on the Quay’ event and regularly attracts over 50 classic cars to the marina.

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATIONS “I have been a berth holder at MDL’s Ocean Village Marina in Southampton for three years. There always seems to be something going on at the marina, which I love. There is a real buzz around and everyone is always very friendly; we really enjoy chatting to other berth holders along the pontoon.

“The Ocean Village team often stop by with a trolley of Pimms or a tray of bacon baps for all the berth holders to enjoy – it is little touches like this that make the marina really special.

“We often take advantage of MDL’s Freedom Berthing package, which allows berth holders to enjoy complimentary stays at any of MDL’s marinas in the UK or abroad. Last year we berthed our boat on the River Hamble for two months, firstly at Port Hamble and then at Hamble Point so we could enjoy the Round the Island Race and Cowes Week.”

Gary Pearson - Bizzy Bee, 8.5m

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THE SOUTH COAST

SOUTH WEST

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 New dry stack for boats up to 8 metres MYLOR YACHT HARBOUR Manager/contact: Culum Matheson Mylor Yacht Harbour, Mylor Churchtown, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 5UF T: 01326 372 121 VHF: 37 / 80 E: marina@mylor.com W: www.mylor.com 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 PLYMOUTH YACHT HAVEN Manager: Steve Kitchen Shaw Way, Mount Batten Plymouth, Devon, PL9 9XH T: 01752 404231 E: plymouth@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com YACHT HAVEN QUAY, PLYMOUTH Manager: Will Rahder Breakwater Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 7FE T: 01752 481190 E: boatyard@yachthavenquay.com W: www.yachthavens.com 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 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 BRIXHAM MARINA Manager: Shaw Smith Berry Head Road, Devon. TQ5 9BW T: 01803 882929 E: brixham@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.brixhammarina.co.uk TORQUAY MARINA Manager: Mike Smith Torquay, Devon TQ2 5EQ T: 01803 200210 F: 01803 200225 E: torquaymarina@mdlmarinas.co.uk

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 WEYMOUTH HARBOUR Manager/contact - Keith Howorth 13 Custom House Quay, Weymouth Tel - 01305 838423 b.office3@westdorset-weymouth.gov.uk W - http://harbour.weymouth.gov.uk 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 LAKE YARD MARINA Manager/contact - Mr Robin Culpan Lake Yard Marina, Lake Drive, Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset. BH15 4DT T - 01202 6745313 E: office@lakeyard.com W -www.lakeyard.co.uk 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 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 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

Boatyard Deals at Portland Marina Boatyard Berth Holder Autumn Tonic Hurry, ends 1 January 2016. 20% discount on lift and relaunch, six weeks free storage ashore and 50% discount on a lift and scrub in summer 2016.

January Berth Holder Special 10% discount on lift and relaunch plus three weeks free storage ashore, then 10% discount on storage for a longer period Call 08454 30 2012 for more details

COBB’S QUAY MARINA Manager: David Wilson Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset.

BH15 4EL T: 01202 674299 F: 01202 665217 E: cobbsquay@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.cobbsquaymarina.co.uk LYMINGTON YACHT HAVEN Manager: Rupert Wagstaff Kings Saltern Road Lymington, Hampshire SO41 3QD T: 01590 677071 E: lymington@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com 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 HAVEN QUAY, LYMINGTON Manager: Ali Neal Mill Lane, Lymington Hampshire, SO41 9AZ T: 01590 677072 E: havenquay@yachthavens.com W: www.yachthavens.com DEACONS MARINA Manager/Contact name: Anne Bland Address: Bursledon Bridge, Southampton SO31 8AZ T 023 80 402253 F: 023 80 405665 E: admin@deaconsmarina.com www.deaconsmarina.com 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 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

Fishing Show 2016

After the success of last year’s show Premier Marinas is pleased to announce that it will once again be holding a Fishing Show at Southsea Marina on Saturday 30th April 2016. There will be a great mix of on-site and local companies exhibiting and visitors will get the chance to see, try and buy the very best in fishing and marine equipment. As well as a selection of catering choices and a licensed bar at the onsite restaurant to keep visitors refreshed. Southsea Marina Angling Club will also be on hand to offer guidance on Solent fishing – so make sure you save the date and come along for a chat – you may just learn something new!

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

PREMIER MARINAS SWANWICK Swanwick (on the Hamble) Southampton, Hants. SO31 1ZL T: 01489 884081 F: 01489 579073 E: swanwick@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com New dry stack for boats up to 11 metres

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

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

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 PORT HAMBLE MARINA Manager: Colin Jefferies Satchell Lane, Hamble, Southampton Hampshire. SO31 4QD T: 023 8045 274,1 F: 023 8045 5206 E: porthamble@mdlmarinas.co.uk W: www.porthamblemarina.co.uk MERCURY YACHT HARBOUR Manager: Colin Jefferies 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

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 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! 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

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MDL TEAM COMPLETES 100-MILE FUNDRAISING CYCLE FOR CHILDREN IN NEED The team at MDL Marinas’ head office pulled out all the stops last Friday 13th November as they embarked on an epic static cycling challenge, as part of the team’s efforts to raise money for Children in Need.

Throughout the day, a 15-strong staff relay team cycled in a non-stop bikeathon, riding the 100 mile round trip from MDL’s Hamble Point Marina all the way to Cobb’s Quay Marina in Poole and back on a static exercise bike. In exchange for donations to the charity, MDL staff were also able to nominate members of the cycling team to wear comedy wigs and glasses – or to really work up a sweat by cycling extra hard.

The day was a great success with team members from all departments of MDL getting involved including MDL’s Operations and Marketing Director, Dean Smith, who took part in the bikeathon in his wetsuit thanks to nominations and donations from his team members. Although it wasn’t all

plain sailing, the team worked so hard that they pedalled their static bike out of service with only 20 miles to go before the finish line.

Maxine Lane, Senior Marketing Manager at MDL, explains: “Our bike gave up before us! After 80 miles our bike said ‘NO MORE!’ We had come that far and we were determined to finish. So we got on Gumtree and bought a new one, got it back to our office and managed to complete the challenge!”

The MDL team also showcased their baking talents in support of Children in Need, as they entered their best creations in the MDL Bake Off. MDL’s Hamble Point Marina also hosted a cake sale at its on-site waterfront bar and restaurant, The Ketch Rigger.

All 18 MDL marinas took part in fundraising activities for Children in Need, staff dressed up for the day and donated a 50p ‘fine’ if they didn’t include something spotty in their outfits. At Brixham Marina, two team

members dressed up as their favourite superheroes for the day to help raise funds.

Maxine said: “We all had such a fantastic day, it was great to see everyone getting involved and doing their bit. We managed to raise over £400 before the end of the day and we’re hoping that we can reach the £500 target this week. Children in Need is such a worthy cause and we’re fully behind their aim to ensure every child in the UK has a safe, happy and secure childhood. For the past 30 years, we’ve also worked with Ocean Youth Trust South to give disadvantaged children amazing sailing adventures that will help them build valuable skills. It’s really important to us that we get involved in initiatives like these.”

You can help support the MDL Bikeathon and Children in Need by donating online at https://www. justgiving.com/MDL-MarinasCIN/

WE WOULD LIKE TO HEAR WHAT YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR MARINA Tell us in no more than 500 words what makes special: 1. Why did you choose Your Marina?

2. What makes Your Marina unique? (facilities, the staff, position, events, price, the access by land or sea or the cruising opportunities)

3. What are the local cruising destinations?

PREMIER MARINAS PORT SOLENT South Lockside, Port Solent, Portsmouth, Hampshire. PO6 4TJ T: 023 9221 0765 F: 023 9232 4241 E: portsolent@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com 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 GUNWHARF QUAYS MARINA Manager: Carl Jarmaine Marina Manager Gunwharf Quays Marina office.

Gunwharf Quays. Portsmouth.

Hampshire PO1 3TZ T: 02392 836732 E: marina@gunwharf-quays.com W: www.gunwharf-quays.com WATCHET HARBOUR MARINA Manager: James Burnell 10 The Esplanade, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0AJ T: 01984 631264 E: james@watchetharbour.co.uk W: www.Watchetharbour.co.uk

ISLE OF WIGHT

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 NORTHNEY MARINA Manager: Kerry Marriott 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

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

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

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

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

PREMIER MARINAS CHICHESTER Birdham (Chichester Harbour) West Sussex.

PO20 7EJ T: 01243 512731 E: chichester@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com SMALL BOATS WELCOME

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 LITTLEHAMPTON YACHT CLUB (LYC) Rope House, Rope Walk Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5DH Office: Fiona Boyce: 01903 713 996 Berthing Master: Bill Kellett T: 01903 732 926 F: 01903 725 911 E: fiona@littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk W: www.littlehamptonyachtclub.co.uk PREMIER MARINAS BRIGHTON West Jetty, Brighton, East Sussex.

BN2 5UP T: 01273 819919 F: 01273 675082 E: brighton@premiermarinas.com W: www.premiermarinas.com 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

4. Are there any historical or local facts about the area that are interesting to yachtsmen?

5. Do you have any recommendations for local pubs, restaurants or cafes within walking distance or must-see highlights in the local area? (can include a good local chandler or supermarket)

Please remember to include full contact details for Your Marina. Also include personal details (names/ages/boats owned) and a photo of yourselves, your boat and/or your marina. Please ensure you have the necessary permission to use the photos in All at Sea.

Look out for next month’s issue – it could be YOU! Please send completed forms to: The Binnacle, 33 Victoria Avenue Hayling Island, Hampshire PO11 9AJ. Or email editor@allastsea.co.uk.

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KENT

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

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

CHATHAM MARITIME MARINA Manager: Trevor Barnes 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

FOX’S MARINA & BOATYARD Marina Manager: John Jonas Fox’s Marina, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8SA T: +44 1473 689111 F: +44 1473 601737 E: foxs@foxsmarina.com W: www.foxsmarina.com VHF: Channel 80

UK AND IRELAND

SURREY

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

BERKSHIRE

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

SUFFOLK

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

ESSEX

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

LONDON

CHELSEA HARBOUR MARINA Harbour Master: Colin Bullock Chelsea Harbour, London, SW10 0XF T: 07770 542783 E: harbourmaster@chelsea-harbour.co.uk W: chelseaharbourmarina.com

NORFOLK

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

CARDIFF MARINA Manager: Rob Freemantle Watkiss Way, Cardiff.

CF11 0SY T: 02920 396078 F: 02920 345116 E: info@themarinegroup.co.uk W: www.themarinegroup.co.uk Dry stack for boats up to 30’

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Important maintenance work at Whitehaven Harbour Up until 1998 Whitehaven Harbour was a tidally restricted port. As a result, vessels had to plan their arrival time to coincide with high water.

With no physical barrier to the Irish Sea, Whitehaven was also vulnerable to frequent flooding of surrounding roads and property.

The construction of the Sea Lock served two purposes. The heavy gates provided a substantial physical barrier to the often wild Irish Sea and also allowed the water level in the harbour to be controlled so vessels could remain afloat at all states of the tide.

In addition the town was no longer at risk from flooding.

Regular maintenance of these gates is vital and so each year the lock structure undergoes a period of

inspection and maintenance. Access through the lock is halted while both sets of gates are closed and the water pumped out. This allows our staff to access the bearings and hydraulic rams. Not surprisingly this and any repairs required are expensive but in the knowledge that the structure keeps the town and harbour safe, it’s a worthwhile investment and operation.

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ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Every diligent skipper should be doing routine maintenance. But are you doing it right? The RYA spoke to Toby Gran, Fleet Manager at RYA member partners, Sunsail Events, for his top tips on keeping things ticking over and staying safe.

Safety is paramount and so ensure all areas of your boat are checked over

So when you are giving your boat the regular once-over, what should you be taking into consideration to keep her sailing smoothly and safely?

It is the old cliché but prevention is better than cure; be proactive in your preventative maintenance as opposed to being reactive when something fails.

While your boat is out of the water take the opportunity to carry out essential maintenance

Safety should always be at the forefront of our minds and our agenda.

From an engineering point of view there are a number of simple things you should be doing as a matter of course.

Make sure you do regular oil and coolant and filter changes and ensure service intervals are met. In addition confirm that the cooling system is functioning correctly including checking impeller and sea strainers are working effectively and are clear. Inspect and service your steering mechanisms to stay responsive, reliable and safe.

to be able to see when something does not look as it should do. Carry out regular visual checks for signs of problems like leaks, rusting and corrosion.

They can often suggest a bigger underlying problem that could compromise the safety of your boat, so do not dismiss the symptoms as ‘one of those things’ until you know the cause. A bit of rust may be common, but it is something that is only going to get worse.

Inspect gas supply and safety features including, if you have them, carbon monoxide and/or fire alarms. Also on the safety front inspect and service all sea cocks, bilge pumps, firefighting equipment, lifejackets, life rafts and the flares.

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On the bosun side check the sails, halyards, sheets and running rigging and ensure all hatches and openings can be closed firmly and securely. Ensure that all furling gear, winches and windlasses function and are maintained correctly, and that all navigation gear and lights are working and doing their job.

Also always try to rinse boat down as far as possible with freshwater when back in the marina to reduce equipment corrosion and the effects of salt.

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For a party kick-starter try the Campari cocktail

FIRST – the fizz. While price is generally an indicator of quality wine making and a consequence of the years of ageing, it may not, it seems, be a definitive indicator of tastiness.

So says the Good Housekeeping Institute in its Christmas Food 2015 report. This blind-test exercise by 20 experts covered Christmas food and drink staples including, of interest to us, Champagne and Prosecco.

Based purely on taste remember, the Champagne winner was Aldi’s Veuve Monsigny Brut by Philizot, also revealed as a ‘price surprise’ bargain at £9.97 for a 75cl bottle.

The tasting notes list apple, a slight golden hue, small bubbles and a crisp light flavour. Also in the top echelon were Faubert Brut from Ocado (£19.99) and Waitrose Blanc de Noirs Brut (£21.99).

The GHI Prosecco winner was San Leo Brut, £10.49 at Waitrose and already tested by my tasting team and declared nicely dry and authentic. Of note, though, in third place was Aldi’s Valdobbiadene Prosecco Spumante (meaning fully sparkling) DOCG (the official Italian wine Prosecco classification) at only £7.49. At this price it can be the mainstay of a sailing club party, as a straight apéritif or mixed for cocktails.

Try it with peach juice for a pretty and docile Bellini cocktail. For a party kick-starter try a Negroni-style cocktail - mix in the glass ice, a single measure of Campari (25 per cent abv) and twice as much Prosecco (11 per cent abv, so a fortifier not a reducer). It has a vibrant red colour and spicy taste and is a bit stronger than the average gin and tonic.

Of course, a different tasting panel of sailors might come up with a different selection, blind or otherwise, but the message from the GHI selection is that setting aside our prejudices and having a

Aldi’s Veuve Monsigny Brut by Philizot is a ‘price surprise’ bargain at £9.97 The Bordeaux Sauvignon Blanc is just £4.99 at Aldi

good look at what is on offer in the so-called priceled supermarkets can make a significant difference to the seasonal festivities bill.

RED OR WHITE WITH TURKEY?

Roast turkey has a relatively mild taste with much of the flavour on the plate coming from the accompaniments, which the wine choice should take into account. Chipolata sausages can be spicy while stuffings mix savoury with a range of flavours and cranberry sauce is rich and fruity.

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to choose a young and fruity wine low in tannins. A 2014 Beaujolais Villages (see AAS November 2015) or Pinot Noir – Aldi has a Vignobles Roussellet at just £4.39 for 75cl (12.5 per cent abv).

For a white wine option, several work well depending on your palette, especially chardonnays and sauvignon blancs or, for a special treat, a Viognier. I found a Macon-Villages Chardonnay at Waitrose at £8.99 and a Bordeaux Sauvignon Blanc for just £4.99 at Aldi.

Whatever you choose, have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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