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Beach Haven Racing Team driver Paul Howes and co-driver Carl Cutajar won the Class One first round event of the new Malta Powerboat Championship which took place on March 30 at Saint Paul’s Bay, writes Gustav Pace
The team’s Chaudron 33 won by a margin of over 300 metres over the smaller Chaudron of Team Maxima. In the Class Two and Three race, the honours went to Boat 69 Racing Team and Power Machine who won the respective classes. The events took place in generally flat conditions but areas with swells of up to two meters kept drivers in the ten competing boats shuffling on high alert. With a power-boating background of over 30 years, Howes said he owed his victory to experience and careful race management. “I thought I was going to finish second or third as the Y&P [Racing Team] Scarab have an extra 200hp,” he said. “But they got burnt at the start and I held them behind by pushing very hard over the first five laps. As soon as the
Scarab backed off with engine trouble, I eased a little for a measured pace that carried me to victory.” The racing event was the second one held by the MPA, following a single race held in September last year. With another five races planned on this year’s calendar, club secretary Francis Cachia Caruana paid tribute to the work carried out by the association.. “In 2007 we organized the race in four weeks but for this year’s championship, we’ve been at it since January,” he said. “We received great feedback from the drivers who found organization and safety levels much to their liking.” Cachia Caruana said that as main affiliates, the Royal Yacht Association played an important role in providing race licences and safety insurance. Continued on Page 2...
The Melita Marine Group Golf Tournament, held on February 29 and March 1 was once again won by Australian superyacht Captain Wayne Williams. The tournament, organized for the second year running was in aid of The Biological Conservation Research Foundation (BICREF), thus supporting marine conservation and sustainability. During the 18-hole tournament, 12 players competed against each other in a two-day golfing experience favoured by friendly weather, good food and an overall atmosphere of yachting camaraderie. Two beautiful Volvo cars were displayed on the golf course. All was rounded off in fun and style with a gala dinner and presentation of awards at the Hilton Malta attended by over 130 guests. Awards for the Golf
Tournament were presented during the Gala Dinner by the Hon. Censu Galea, Minister for Competitiveness and Communication; Pierre Balzan, Melita Marine Group Chairman; Gianfranco Selvaggi, Gasan Enterprises General Manager; and Ian Restall, Member of the Royal Malta Golf Club. The first prize, a Paul Picot watch valued at €3,000, went to Captain Wayne Williams, as last year, with a total score of 136. The longest drive was also won by Captain Wil-
liams on the 13th. Closest to the Pin went to Chef Greg Beilenberg (M/Y Osprey) on the 5th and Steve Pallister on the 15th. The first runner-up was Steve Pallister (General Manager, Libya Oilfields Supply) with a score of 143, who was presented with a silver Christofle Trophy donated by Cleland & Souchet and third place was won by Captain Graeme Riddle (S/Y Wellenreiter) with a score of 146. Captain Philip Sefton (M/Y Osprey) won a Prize for Sporting Spirit.
RECORDS SMASHED AT MANOEL ISLAND RACES Less then perfect weather conditions did not deter local canoeists from competing in the annual Manoel Island Races held on March 30. In its 17th year, the race continues to attract kayakers of all levels to the starting line. Races were split into 3 categories, namely elite, sea kayaks and doubles kayaks. All divisions had numerous competitors which goes to show how the sport continues to grow locally. The first event of the day was the long standing 10km race which showed stiff competition as top athletes fought for the winning spot. With 17 kayaks lined up at the starting line, there was no doubt that it would be a rush for the lead to avoid the bottleneck at Manoel Island Bridge. The male elite category saw Christopher Camilleri fight for the lead with a time of
14min55 in the first lap with Gerald Degaetano hot on his heels only a few seconds behind him. Junior elite athlete Matthew Schembri was not far behind with a time of 16min18 on the first lap. The woman’s elite category was represented by Nicola Borg Costanzi who rang in a first lap at 18min. The sea kayaks category saw Robert Pullicino take the lead in the first lap with a time of 19min17, fighting off the advances of Albert Gambina and Joe Borg who were only a few seconds behind. The final lap saw Christopher Camilleri defend his title as National Champion, registering a best time of 45min45 for the distance in the history of the Manoel Island Races. Gerald Degaetano gave Camilleri a good fight for the Continued on Page 3...
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... From Page 1 The event was also attended by a safety crew which included a Saint John’s ambulance team, an on-call doctor and professional divers on dinghies. Race winner Paul Howes, who was also responsible for providing participants with a special race training course, said he was thrilled with the drivers’ sharp display amid
tricky marine conditions. “I am extremely proud of all of them as they were very safe and very fast,” he said. “The highlight for me was Beppe Debono in the red Speed-Craft. Before the race he was worried sick about sea conditions, but when he got out there, he drove like a demon for a great second place finish.” With the first round over,
the club now shifts sight to the next event which should be held on May 18. According to Cachia Caruana, the next round should be busier and more competitive as new participants are expected to join the action. “We had a tremendous response from boaters and we may well see around five new teams in the next event. We’ll
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Matthew Bajjada
Ronald Aguis
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Brian Gauchi
Power Machine
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Rodney Pirotta
Frankie Muscat
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Mariner 250
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Michael Camilleri
Joseph Portelli
Maxima
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Michael Caruana
Anton Bonnici
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Mariner 200
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Stephen Bezzina
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NEWS FROM POWERBOAT P1 Jory first woman to compete in Evolution
Bahrain launched as P1’s first Middle East Venue
Shelley Jory, from Southampton, England, will become the first woman to compete in the Evolution class of Powerboat P1 when she joins forces with the American powerboat team, Lucas Oil, to compete in the 2008 Powerboat P1 World Championship. Jory, a previous winner of the Honda Formula 4-Stroke Series, is one of the UK’s leading powerboat racers and top female competitors. She will race a 1400hp Mercury-powered Skater V399 Superboat, with team owner and throttleman, Nigel Hook. The pair will compete in all 14 rounds of the P1 World Championship, starting in Italy over the weekend of 10/11 May, followed by Grand Prix of the Sea events in France, Malta, Tunisia, Spain, Portugal and Bahrain.
Italian Grand Prix of the Sea launched in Venice Venice was the spectacular venue for the official launch of the Powerboat P1 Italian Grand Prix of the Sea, the 2008 World Championship opening event, which will take place in San Benedetto del Tronto over the weekend of 9th-11th May. National TV, radio and many major Italian publications were represented as a fifty-strong press contingent attended the Hilton Molino Stucky, where Federazione Italiana Motonautica (FIM) President, Vincenzo Iaconianni, joined P1 Sales & Marketing Director, Robert Wicks, and two pilots from the Metamarine Team, Giampaolo
Montavoci and team owner and throttleman Marco Pennesi, to outline plans for the season Outside of the neo-gothic Hotel Molina, one of the great architectural landmarks of this historic city, hundreds of tourists and enthusiasts gathered to photograph the stunning boat of Metamarine Corse Team. Earlier, the 43ft P1 Evolution class competitor had travelled along the famous canal to St Mark’s Square, creating a dramatic backdrop for the attending photographers and TV channels.
After months of speculation, Powerboat P1 has confirmed Bahrain as the venue for the first ever Powerboat P1 Grand Prix to be staged in the Middle East. This will see the 2008 World Championship embrace three continents, with Bahrain hosting the climax to the 14race season from 23rd to 25th October. Event partners, Marina West, Durrat Marina and InterContinental Regency Hotel, will join forces with Powerboat P1 to stage three days of world class racing at Durrat Marina, part of the new Durrat Al Bahrain development project in the south of the Kingdom. The Bahrain Powerboat P1 Grand Prix is being run with the full support of Shaikh Mohammed bin Essa Al Khalifa and the Bahrain Economic Development Board, Shaikh Fawaz bin Mohammed Al Khalifa and the General Organisation for Youth and Sports and Shaikh Mohammed bin Duaij Al Khalifa and the Bahrain
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IMOCA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Bernard Stamm wins the IMOCA World Championship Title On March 5, Bernard STAMM (Switzerland), on his “Cheminées Poujoulat” boat won the IMOCA 2007 world championship title at the end of a cliff-hanging season. He finished ahead of fellow country-man Dominique Wavre (Temenos) and the winner of the last Barcelona World Race, Frenchman Jean Pierre Dick (Paprec-Virbac) In autumn 2007, with two races remaining in the IMOCA world championship series (The Barcelona World Race and the Transat Jacques Vabre), none of the leaders could take
anything for granted. Bernard Stamm, wreathed in the glory of his implacable win over Velux 5 Oceans, still had to hold off the attacks of Jean Le Cam (World Champion Title Holder), Dominique Wavre and Jean Pierre Dick. With a third place on the podium of the Transat Jacques Vabre, Cheminées Poujoulat finally increased its lead and this for the second time in the history of the IMOCA championship. Indeed, Bernard Stamm also won this prestigious title in 2003. Also on the podium were
Dominique Wavre on Temenos and Jean Pierre Dick on Paprec Virbac. Therefore Bernard Stamm takes over from Jean Le Cam as the 7th IMOCA champion. No doubt the competition will remain ferocious in the coming years to win this title, now a reference in ocean racing. “It is the fruit of the long and stringent work we have done with my team with the loyal support of my partners, in particular Cheminées Poujoulat and Banque Landolt,” said Bernard Stamm when his victory was announced. “I am
Azimut-Benetti Group wins Growth Award The Awards Ceremony for the “Champions of Growth” project was recently held at the Sala Giunta at Confindustria headquarters. The ceremony awarded companies that promoted the “made in Italy” brand by combining growth and profitability. Launched by Confindustria in collaboration with the CERVED Group, the McKinsey company and Milan’s Bocconi University, the “champions of growth” project studied the growth strategies adopted by successful medium-sized Italian firms.
The study, both qualitative and quantitative in nature, focused on 490 medium-sized Italian manufacturing companies with a turnover between € 100 million and 1 billion in the period 2001 to 2006. Azimut-Benetti Group President Paolo Vitelli received from Confindustria President Luca Cordero di Montezemolo the special award for Best Performer thanks to a compound annual growth rate for the Azimut-Benetti Group of more than 26%. The special award was assigned by a Committee made
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very happy and proud of this title and I want to share it fully with them.” Top five ranking: 1. Bernard Stamm (Switzerland), Cheminées Poujoulat (124 points) 2. Dominique Wavre (Switzerland), Temenos (114 points) 3. Jean Pierre Dick (France), Paprec-Virbac (112 points) 4. Jean Le Cam (France), VM matériaux (104 points) 5. Alex Thomson (Great Britain), Hugo Boss (76 points)
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GRAND SLAM FOR FIRST 45 AT SPI OUEST Skippered by Gery Trentesaux, the First 45 “Lady Courrier” has won the 4 legs of the Spi Ouest France which came to an end on March 24. Gery and his crew where the fastest in tough weather conditions which included rain and a cold wind of up to 45knots on the coastal leg. The IRC 1 fleet was made of 40 yachts, including some purposely prepared by other factories. A spokesman for Beneteau gave his congratulations to the skipper and outlined other positive results for the company. “Well done to Gerry, especially for the commissioning of his yacht as nothing broke
despite these tough conditions. Well done to Philippe Briand too who is back victoriously from the IRC world where he showed the potential of the First 45 and First 50. The next event for the yacht and her crew will be at Benodet, for the traditional Obelix Trophy before leaving for the Scottish Series and the National Championship IRC in the UK. Another First 45 ‘Popy of Portland’ obtained another good result during the Red Funnel Challenge in the Solent area with 3rd position at the end of the week end and one leg victory.”
BENETEAU’S BEST The weather may not be at its most reliable at the end of February -not in this age of climate change anyway. But in Monte Carlo, for the final two days of Beneteau’s Press Test – where the French boat builder let journalists loose on some of its newest offerings, the weather was definitely on cue. The grey, rainy and squally weather of the beginning of the week had cleared up nicely by the time Simon Gatt reached Monaco. With intense blue skies, a slight swell and gentle breezes, Monte Carlo provided a fantastic setting for some of the most beautiful and luxurious yachts on the water. One of the most stunning classic yachts on show was Tuiga, the 1909, 15 meter yacht designed by William Fife and restored by the Yacht Club de Monaco for use as a flagship model. Tuiga was moored just in front of the club’s premises. For the press tests, she was accompanied by a small and somewhat younger fleet of Beneteau new additions: two new Oceanis, a First 45, three Monte Carlos and a number of smaller Antares and Flyers. The First 45 is a truly beautiful boat and at rest, she promises speed and performance. On test, it took just eight knots of wind to coax six knots of boat speed out of her, which she held to a little under 25º off the wind. She’s stable, finds her groove easily and, with that kind of pointing ability alone, she should be a race winner. What makes her such a star is that in the search for thoroughbred performance, Beneteau designers have not ditched comfort or practicality. Below deck, she has space appropriate for a family cruise, with lots of storage space and a user-friendly layout. The décor is in the light and fresh style of the new Beneteau yachts. It looks good, it’s not overpowering and above all, it’s clean. The three Monte Carlos two 32s and a 37 Hard Top, were fun, fast and stable thanks to their AirStep hulls. The Monte Carlo 37 was planing by the time it picked up to
13 knots with the engine ticking at just over 2,500 revs. It remained close to the horizontal, turned smoothly through a series of tight turns at 33 knots and handled waves with grace. The AirStep takes a well worked idea and improves on it. Most stepped hulls reduce wetted surface area by pulling air under the boat, thus reducing drag and getting more knots for the power. The downside is that as they pull in air from the sides, the boat ends up balanced on a knife edge down the centre line which is not good for stability.
The AirStep is different. It pulls air into intakes on the foredeck and directs it to the bottom through ducts emerging on the centre-line. Thus the boat remains solidly supported by water under both edges of the hull for the stability which makes these crafts particularly seaworthy. The real stars of the show were the two Oceanis – the 31 and the 37. Not because they turned out to be mean racing machines. No, their roots are firmly in family cruising even though they picked up four to five knots in a six to eight knot
breeze. What they deliver in abundance is space. In family cruises you need large volumes below to carry all the baggage a family and friends need. You need space for impatient kids to play games during long passages. You need clothes – and spares of everything because children do get dirty. Many cruising yachts lose greatly on performance due to the added weight and a less efficient hull but Beneteau seem to have managed this compromise very effectively. You still get the large volumes of space below deck
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Package deal: MAXXON MW200SL(6ft6) Light weight 18Kgs + TOHATSU MF3.5Hp 4 Stroke 18.4kgs all backed with 3 Year Guarantee at EURO 1200(Lm 515.16) TOTAL: 36.4 kgs! Package deal includes: MAXXON MW200SL complete with heavy duty rubbing stake, rope all around, inflatable removable seat, Heavy Duty Foot Pump, Collapsible Aluminium Oars, + FREE MAXXON Cover, MAXXON DINGHIES are all German Lloyds Certified and manufactured to ISO9001 Quality System. TOHATSU Salt Water Outboard is Light weight and compact, complete with 3.5HP 4 Stroke Engine: Designed with proven technology; Neutral and Forward Gear System, Greatly reduced vibration for smooth and stable running at all speeds; Greatly reduced induction noise for a quieter ride ; Trim tab reduces steering effort, functioning also as the sacrificial anode that protects the engine from electrolysis ; Ultra Low emission, EPA and CARB approved. TOHATSU Outboards are MADE IN JAPAN.
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Package deal on Anchorlift Barracuda 600 Caruana Marine Centre of Zejtun are offering a great package deal on the Barracuda 600 windlass from Anchorlift. For a very reasonable € 625 including VAT you get a 600W windlass with stainless steel housing, panel switch, foot switches and circuit breaker. The Barracuda 600, a powerful yet compact windlass, is made out of heavy duty stainless steel and is suitable for boats up to 30 ft. Parts showing above deck come in high polished stainless steel 316 ensuring long term, trouble free operation as well as a sleek appearance. Motor / gear are below deck, thus allowing smooth and silent operation. The Barracuda 600 works either with a chain only or with a rope/ chain combination. All Anchorlift products come with a 5 year warranty. Caruana Marine Centre t. 2182 1332
New Tohatsu Models Tohatsu offer a new generation of direct injection outboards in four different flavours ranging from 90 to 40hp. The new generation outboards provide smooth operation and genuine performance advantages for a cleaner, quieter boat ride at a lower operating cost. The Tohatsu 90 and 70 offer a substantial weight reduction and improved fuel and oil economy while providing for sharp cuts in hydrocarbon emissions. Backed with a three year guarantee, the 90 and 70 include many features usually associated with larger outboards such as a thermostatically controlled
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cooling system, an electronic oil pump and a multi point oil injection system for effective engine lubrication. A high grade aluminium alloy provides excellent corrosion protection together with a zinc coating on internal water passages. The Tohatsu range is available from Mecca Enterprises Limited
Introduces Wireless Remote for Windlass & Thruster Controls
New Fiberline Kayaks
Fiberline is an Italian firm which focuses on high performance kayaks at competitive prices. The Daytona kayak range starts from €557/Lm239, while the two-seating Challenger is available at Lm380/€885. Fiberline also produces the Panarea range of canoes which start from €499/Lm 214. The Fiberline range can be found at Mecca Marine.
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Marine Radars
Echo Sounders
Dual frequency operation Enhanced echo detection
10-inch, 7-inch Compact – Easy to Use – High Performance
Lewmar has introduced a 3-Button Windlass and 5-Button Windlass & Thruster wireless remote control kit to its deck accessory range this season. Both controls are operated using wireless technology and are suitable for retrofitting to existing installations wherever a solenoid is installed. Lewmar’s proprietary encryption scheme uses over 16 million individual codes to prevent false triggering from any other device or similar fob. Kits include a receiver(s) that supports up to eight remote key fobs (additional fobs are sold separately). The key fobs float and are waterproof to IP67. “It’s important to move around the boat to gain the best vantage point when docking or moving an anchor,” explains Ian Stevenson, Lewmar’s Distributor Manager. “These new wireless remote controls allow the owner or crew to operate the windlass or thruster from anywhere on the boat, without restriction.” Gauci Borda are local agents for Lewmar
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NEW DRAGO 550 As an ideal small boat, the Drago 550 can sleep 3 persons, 2 in the cabin and 1 outside thanks to a comfortable sofa which turns into a bed sun-deck. The Drago 550 differs from the 540 in its use of a curved dashboard which incorporates a modern instrument panel. From just under 11,000Euro/Lm 4722 this new cabin cruiser offers great comfort and ease of use. There are also special package deals when bought with a Tohatsu Salt Water Outboard and the Umbra Rimorchi package deal. The Drago range is available from Mecca Enterprises group.
YACHT DELIVERIES WITH CARE Joe Schembri (il-Bahhar) Circumnavigator + 25yrs sailing experience with monohulls/ multihulls. Owners welcome, tuition & yacht transfer, references. Tel: 356-27584104 Email: 02bahhar@onvol.net
Strong Sales for Raymarine Preliminary financial results released by Raymarine for the year ending December 31, 2007 showed a 3.1 per cent revenue increase to €187 which accounts for an estimated 25percent share of the industry’s electronic market. Adjusted profits before tax were up by 18.8percent for a total of €34.5million. Chief executive officer Malcolm Miller said the strong results were fuelled by good sales in the emerging markets of Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Asia. He was upbeat about the
company’s growth prospects and projected further market penetration. “We are forecasting that the US market will remain flat and that the regions outside the US will continue to grow in much the same way as they did last year,” he said. “Taking together the resilience of our overall spread of markets and the introduction of more attractive products to complement the existing, excellent range of new products, we are able to look forward to the future with confidence.”
RLR Marine now agents for NorthStar sports-boats NorthStar sports-boats offer an extensive range of RIBs and rigid boats known for innovative designs, good build quality and affordable prices. North Star have carried out extensive market research in order to identify important qualities and functions in existing production boats. This in turn helped the company to design boats around these coveted specifications whilst adhering to sensible prices. Several Series of NorthStar RIBs compile a well rounded range that caters for the different needs of end users. W Series boats are designed for increased comfort on board and offer the new generation Hydro Delta hulls produced with hitech bias stitch mat type fiberglass fabric for very high strength. The NorthStar RT and RM Series are designed for the ultimate seaworthiness and performance featuring Pro-Trim Evo 7 hulls that achieve very high levels of performance, even with lower horsepower engines. Pro-Trim Evo 7 hulls plane very quickly and also perform very well with today’s heavier four stroke outboards. Inheriting the seakeeping and high quality characteristics of larger Northstars, RF Series
RIBs are ideal for those who are expecting more from their tenders or smaller size workboats. All RF boats come standard with an integral bow locker and can be equipped with many console and seat options. All NorthStar RIBs come in a durable Hypalon coated fabric for years of trouble free service. The range of rigid boats is also wide, starting at the small 160SC, a 4.8 metre side console sport boat offering very high versatility and space for its size. The console is wide enough to accommodate extra gauges and fishfinders. 160SC comes with a self-bailing deck and telescopic ladder as standard and full marine vinyl upholstery as optional. At the other end of the range is NorthStar’s flagship 320WA, a 9.5 metre outboard walkaround offering excellent fishing space and features as well as a very large cabin for cruiser comforts. The cabin boasts a very large aft bed, WC, fitted galley including a fridge, cooker and a microwave oven. An LCD TV is also provided as standard. The 320WA’s hull does justice to the boat’s distinctive aggressive looks offering a very high level of comfort and seakeeping.
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PERSHING 64’
The new way of taking the future by surprise. “To surprise the future”. In a nutshell this is the formula that has guided the creation of the Pershing 72’, a craft that embodies the most advanced expression of the new innovation concept championed by a shipyard that has become a symbol of “Made in Italy” yachting. The same idea is at the root of the design and construction of the new Pershing yacht, currently being prepared for unveiling in Spring 2008. This 64-footer, designed for a market segment that is as important as it is competitive, boasts highly original features usually found only in megayachts. The new Pershing 64’ represents an authentic revolution in terms of style and functionality, and its many unique features include an elongated, single-pane side window that gives the craft’s structure a particularly sleek appeal, as well as making the spacious saloon and helm station area much brighter. This unique combination of values and characteristics has once again been made possible by the unconventional imagination of Fulvio De Simoni, the yacht designer who has always succeeded in capturing the spirit that drives the shipyard and President Tilli Antonelli in every new project. Like Antonelli, De Simoni is always only too willing to accept the challenge of breaking new ground and moving forward the frontiers of yachting with style and flair. The Pershing 64’ has an ambitious design that stands out the minute you set eyes on the saloon. This area is the fulcrum of life on board and can be completely closed and air conditioned to achieve the luxury and privacy of a sophisticated lounge. Alternatively, thanks to an exclusive slideaway glass door separating the internal saloon from the external cockpit, the whole area can be opened up to the sky. This solution enables the Pershing 64’ to surpass traditional open yacht limits by locating the saloon and cockpit on the same level and creating a unique level of continuity between the outside and inside of the craft. This feature endows the model with an unimaginable level of liveability and spatial flexibility, making it ideal for both Mediterranean climates, thanks to its open yacht appearance, and tropical temperatures that require interior air conditioning. The saloon also offers numerous other prestigious and highly versatile features
to be enjoyed throughout the day. Elegance and an incredible sense of space are the criteria behind all the furnishings and fittings, which include a large horseshoe-shaped sofa, a folding table, slideaway TV and cabinet, a comfy lounger on the port side and the helm station on the right. The helm zone is the jewel in the crown of the craft. The pilot and co-pilot seats have been specially designed and made by Poltrona Frau, to guarantee a perfect ergonomic posture and ultimate comfort even during long cruises and in rough seas. Pershing and Frau designers have worked painstakingly together to perfect every detail of the area with carefully studied features, such as shorter armrests to suit the pilot’s sitting posture, an insistence on only top quality leather and varying densities of padding to ensure that the seats are always perfectly comfortable. Moving outside you can find all the advantages usually offered only by larger yachts, such as the double stairway accessing the spacious cockpit. This area includes a barbecue unit, fridge, L-shaped sofa, and a folding teak table. The vast central sundeck also features a huge hidden hangar that can store a tender up to 3.25m long (or a jet ski). The tender is launched using the stowaway telescopic gangway that doubles as a crane. The walkways for reaching the fore sundeck are particularly wide and designed to make moving around the boat easy and totally safe. The crew cabin (complete with its own WC and shower) can be reached from the cockpit. Returning inside you can enjoy a whole series of revolutionary solutions resulting from a visionary layout that has located the galley on an intermediate level so it communicates directly with the upper saloon. This brilliant idea leaves the area below decks free
to become a luxurious night zone with cabins of an exceptional size for this category. A genuine stroke of genius that removes the dilemma of where to put the galley. This is usually resolved in 60-70 foot craft by squeezing it in between the cabins or sometimes even by relegating it to an inaccessible position below decks. This solution is unsuitable as it is usually adopted in larger boats where the crew are responsible for preparing meals. In the Pershing 64’, on the other hand, the galley is located in a more convenient position, as well boasting a splendidly ergonomic work area and comprehensive fittings and equipment, including an 8 person dishwasher, stainless steel sink, 4 ring glass ceramic hob, combined microwave oven, and fridge and freezer column. The overall result is a practical, convivial environment that allows the owner to entertain in comfort and mingle with guests while preparing an aperitif or even a whole dinner. The Master Cabin is a real full beam suite. It is beauti-
fully furnished with a central berth, lounger, vanity unit, flat screen TV, and a spacious entrance area fitted with a particularly large wardrobe, mini-bar and a handy set of drawers located underneath the lounger. Light plays a major role in this environment as it streams in from two large open-view windows situated on separate walls. These windows offer breathtaking views of vast seascapes directly at wave level. The deliberate choice of light colours and natural tones in the oak, leather and fabric finishings intensify still further the airy brightness of the room. The bathroom has the same airy spaciousness, this time enhanced by a contemporary style of tastefully minimalist design. Moving further along towards the bows we come to the starboard guest cabin featuring twin berths, an en-suite bathroom and separate shower. The VIP cabin is also situated in the bows. This luxurious environment, furnished with a full double berth and spacious wardrobes, boasts dimensions
that compare with those of the Master Cabin on normal yachts of this size. But the Pershing 64’ not only has the class of a large yacht, it also has the power. With its twin 1550 hp MAN engines and Arneson ASD 14L drives, the craft can reach peak speeds of over 45 knots, demonstrating its remarkably high standards of performance, stability and handling. These achievements carry the shipyard’s guarantee as well as confirming the fundamental importance in new projects of its mission: to create only yachts where design and style are perfectly integrated with an ability to offer intense emotions. Yet another test of creativity and experience and yet another step forward in product innovation that has once again rewritten sector rules, the Pershing 64’ is a yacht that stimulates and challenges its segment, and is ready to offer its owner a new dimension of performance, value, and lifestyle. To surprise the future.
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Dehler 39 Volvo D1-30 with Flex-o-Fold folding prop. 2 cabin version with 1 head (including hot & cold water) and L shaped galley. Boat comes extensively equipped and ready to sail. Price €186,100 ex VAT Limited Edition version €230,600 ex VAT.
Elan 36 Built 1996 with Teak Deck, Teak Cockpit Table, Lead Keel, Autohelm Tridata and Wind, ST4000 autopilot, electric windlass with 50m anchor chain, GPS, Shore power, battery charger, extra battery. Sails include Perfromance Main and Genoa, Spinnaker with spinnaker kit. Price €74,500 VAT paid.
Oceanis 323 Clipper
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launched in 2004, 2 cabins with 6 berths, very large head. Instrumentation includes wind, speed, depth, GPS and autopilot. Full set of cruising sails including a cruising chute. In excellent condition. €83500 Vat paid.
Dehler 47 European Boat of the Year 2003
New Lewmar Easy To Install Chain Counter For Windlasses Lewmar’s recently introduced AA560 windlass chain counter is packed full of useful anchoring features and offers new diagnostic and servicing information to make it easy to install and maintain. The chain counter is designed to work with windlasses fitted with a reed switch sensor. These sensors are found as standard in Lewmar’s vertical windlass range and also feature in other makes and models (this can be checked by contacting individual windlass manufacturers).
The large LCD display shows at a glance how much anchor rode is out, while the “one touch” automatic function deploys and retrieves a preset length of anchor rode. A docking alarm can also be preset, as well as a stopping point to help protect the boat during anchor retrieval. Adjustable backlighting ensures clear night operation of the chain counter, which can be programmed to measure rode in feet or meters. It has a safety lock to reduce unwanted windlass operation and a weather cover to
protect the console. Up to two units can be installed on a windlass or it can be combined with a Lewmar AA150 chain counter for multiple stations on the boat. The Lewmar AA560 chain counter retails for €508 (ex Tax). It is available from local agents Gauci Borda.
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Volvo D2-55 with Flex-o-Fold folding prop. Equipment includes North Sails, Raymarine wind, speed, depth and chartplotter. 6 Harken winches3 cabin version with 2 head (including hot & cold water) and L-shaped or Longitudinal galley. Price €379,500 ex VAT.
New Aquapac www.mecca-marine.com Hard Lens Photography Cases Jeanneau 30 Dehler 44 European Boat of the Year 2006/07
Volvo D2-40 with Flex-o-Fold folding prop. Equipment includes North Sails, Raymarine wind, speed, depth and chartplotter. 6 Harken winches, mainsheet traveller system and genoa tracks. 3 cabin version with 2 head (including hot & cold water) and L-shaped or Longitudinal galley. Price €269,000 ex VAT.
Built 1976, LOA-9m, Beam-3m, Draft-1.45m, Engine Yanmar 2GM20F (2004). Full instrumentation including AUTOHELM ST2000 Autopilot (2003),NASA Log (2002),NASA Depthfinder (2002),Simrad Chart Plotter,ICOM VHF (2002,Compass. Sails include Spinnaker c/w pole, Asymetric Spinnaker (2003),Mainsail (2005) with Lazy Jacks and mainsailSt coverPaul’s and furling Genoa. Price €26,100 Main Street, Bay
Issue 01 • January 2008 Sabre27 Tel: 21 573 278 • Mob: 79732783 Built 1987 Price €20,00
www.sdyachts.com DUFOUR 40 2004, cruiser / racer, cruising & performance sails, teak decks & cockpit, immaculate condition. EUR 175,000
Three new cases have been added to the aqua waterproof photography range. Catering for SLR cameras, small cameras and camcorders, the new cases have been redesigned to incorporate a hard lens which improves photo or video quality. The SLR Camera case has increased in size to accommodate the majority of popular digital SLR cameras. The shape and size of the Camcorder case has also been changed slightly to accommodate all popular consumer video camcorders. Gauci Borda are local agents for Aquapac.
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BAVARIA
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2004, 2-cabin version, very good family cruiser, excellent condition, ready to go EUR 85,000
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PRINCESS 415 1988 EUR 127,000 2002 EUR 380,000 AZIMUT 46 NIMBUS 4000 1986 EUR 115,000 GRAND BANKS 42 Main CLASSIC 1979 159,000 Street, St Paul’s Bay • Tel: 21EUR 573 278 • Mob: 79732783 CS 36 1983 EUR 51,000 JEANNEAU 49 DS SUN ODYSSEY 2007 EUR 325,000 CAPELLI 500 TEMPEST RIB 2006 EUR 19,500
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2004, Cruising Pack / Electronic Pack/ Safety Pack, teakStreet, decks &St Paul’s Bay • Tel: 21 573 278 • Mob: 79732783 Main cockpit, pristine condition EUR 83,000 Special Deal
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Neoprene HypalonSport RIBS 14ft - 60ft Comfort Cruisers! 40Vision, 44Vision, 50Vision 31Cruiser, 34Cruiser, 38Cruiser, ® GOMMONI DA SEMPRE PER SEMPRE 40Cruiser, 42Cruiser, 46Cruiser, Bavaria 31 Cruiser 2008 model , new 50Cruiser boat for delivery in Spring/Summer 2008 , owners version with 2 cabins with 6 berths and a very bright and airy saloon having 5openBavaria 40 Cruiser - Ready for delivery June ing deck hatches OAT OODS RAILERS OW ARS cockpit with electrically and 6 large opening 2008,Large twin wheel windows. Elvstrom operated transom and bathing platform, 6berths Sobstad sails, Ray- in 3cabins, 2heads & showers, large galley with marine electronics, both a microwave and gas oven, 8opening deck Bavaria 38 Cruiser - 2008 Model, Volvo Penta diesel hatches 10opening windows, 4hull portlights, 3 cabin version, Volvo 40hp diesel engine, engine. Price from A lot of ventilation ideal for the meditereanean full electronic equipment, €55,378 exVAT climate, powered by a Volvo 55hp diesel engine. Price €91,000 ex.VAT First demo boat available in Malta beginning April. Price including VAT & delivered to Malta €120,000
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BENETEAU OCEANIS 351 - owners version, BAVARIA 48 Exclusive MK2-2002 model, Twin accomodation includes 6berths in 2separate wheel large cockpit, Owners version with 3 cabin cabins and comfortable saloon, large heads layout each with ensuite head and shower, Furlwith separate shower, powered by a new ing Mast tall rig version, Lead keel, Volvo Diesel Yanmar 40hp engine from 2007, all new equipengine with auto variable pitch propellor, Livol ment include bow thruster, Electric anchor water maker. One fastidious owner from new and windlass, furling mast, New sails etc. Very good condition ideal as a starter family cruising immaculate . Vat Paid. Save 45%on replacement boat, VAT paid €69,500. price, Must be seen.
10 year hull A C Marine Co. Ltd.
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13.70m (45ft) Bavaria 44 Exclusive, 1997 model, Foreign owned and registered but VAT paid and lying in Malta, Full extras for round the world short handed cruising, teak deck, Furlin mast, lead keel, bow thruster. Excellent condition, ready for world cruising. Reduced for Quick sale €115,000
Tel: (+356) 2132 2307 / 2143 6939 / 2743 6939 Mobile: (+356) 9949 5164 / 9988 3091 Fax: (+356) 2142 3866 / 2132 2307 E Mail: bavaria@acmmalta.com WEB: www.acmmalta.com / www.bavariayacht-bau.com
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1989, comfortable entry-level family cruiser, full refit 2007/08 EUR 33,500 o.n.o.
37 - 37HT - 42 - 42HT
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New 8-in. OneTouch Winch Handle from Lewmar - Designed for Smaller Boats In 2006, the Lewmar OneTouch Winch Handle took the sailing industry by storm, winning the 2006 DAME Design Award. Now the same easy-to-use one-handed design is available in an 8-inch version for smaller boats. Like the original 10-in. version, the smaller winch handle has the same patented “OneTouch” mechanism to allow sailors to squeeze the release lever (which runs the entire length of the handle) and pull to unlock in one quick, easy motion. Yet, thanks to its more compact size, the 8-in. OneTouch is easier to manoeuvre within the tight confines of a smaller cockpit. “Using the OneTouch is a breeze – to lock in, simply squeeze and attach. All it takes is one hand. There’s no twisting, or fumbling with the
lock in knob” says Matthew Townsend Lewmar’s hardware product manager. “It’s designed to provide sailors with a stylish, powerful and easy-to-use handle that offers rapid and simple winch entry and exit.” The OneTouch has been used in a variety of competitions, including the TP52 fleet and Open 60s, according to Townsend. The One Touch is constructed of lightweight forged alloy and is corrosion resistant for years of performance under harsh conditions. It’s available in Standard Grip or Power Grip starting at €63 (retail ex Tax). The mechanism employs two pins that automatically retract into the bi-square when the handle arm is squeezed.
These pins extend when the handle arm is released, and provide a secure lock that prevents the handle from being inadvertently knocked out of the winch. Insertion or removal of the handle is now achieved in one quick and easy operation instead of fumbling with traditional bisquare locks. Lewmar Winch handles are available from local agents Gauci Borda.
Bavaria 42 Cruiser (2004)
Length overall - 14.40m, Beam 4.35m, Engine: Volvo Penta D2-55 Excellent condition including: Bimini, life raft, stereo radio c/w CD, GPS + other instruments, VHF, High Tech Sails, Full Auto Helm, Lead keel Permanent birth at Portomaso
Asking Price: € 135,000 Call: 7959 5350
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28ft high performance sailing yacht with full set of sails, Johnsons outboard and cradle. Sleeps up to 4 persons. Good condition and well cared for.
Price: € 8,750 / (LM 3,756) Call: 9943 4514
Beneteau First 355 Year: 1992. Limited European Edition. Interior designed by Philip Starch, still very fresh looking - 3 cabins, 1 head. Good sail wardrobe inc new main sail; electric fridge; new ‘06 interior upholstery; new Simrad Autopilot and batteries. Price: EUR 68,000 Elan 36 LOA: 10,94m, Beam: 3,59m, Powered by Yanmar 3GM30. 3 Spacious cabins with 6/7 berths. Teak interiorand Teak deck. Full instrumentation (Autohelm). Built by ELAN Marine, Slovenia in 1997 and designed by the world-famous designer Rob Humphreys. Equipped with complete sails and spinnaker kit. Valletta registered and VAT paid. ELAN 36 is an exceptionally fast and easily helmed yacht (won several races). Pontoon included. Price: EUR 74,540
Princess 410 (1994) Airconditioned, 3KVA generator, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, saloon. Extended bathing platform, hydraulic gangway. 2X 380HP Volvo Penta, 855 hrs. Includes Garmin GPS Plotter, Autopilot and Shipmate VHF. Price: EUR 188,000 Shuttlecraft Overall length: 14’6”, Beam: 7’3”, Capacity: 5 per (with 2-seater Jet Ski attached), Ski. Standard features: SC Upholstery and Graphics, Bilge Pump, Battery Plate, Non Skid Decking, Stainless Steel hardware and grab handles ratches strap. Reduced to sell. Price: EUR 4,650
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Tel: (+356) 2149 4440, Fax: +356 2148 9352 - Mobile: +356 7949 2638, www.mnamarine.com - info@mnamarine.com
3488 Avanti Command Bridge Two fully-instrumented helm stations, large self-bailing cockpit, transform platform, VHF radio, digital depth sounder, and trim tabs. The salon offers large cabin windows. There are two double private lockable berths, private head, with separate shower, four-place dinette and a fulllyequipped galley This boat is built for speed and rough water handling capability. Too many extras to mention, but it does come complete with Hot and Cold airconditioning in all rooms, its own trailer, generator, GPS, etc. Price: EUR 128,000
Elan Impression 434 Many extras including electric windows, bow thruster, all electronics including GPS. Radar, Cruiser pack etc. Price: EUR198,000
Sealine 28’ LOA: 8.4m, Beam 3.1m. Extras include: Trailer, 6 berth, 2 showers, toilet, new fridge, 2 V6 engines and 2 auxiliary batteries, oven, grill, hob all gas. Hot and cold water, battery charger, electricity winch, telescopic davits...Price: EUR 36,340
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Melita Marine Ltd, Manoel Island Marina, Manoel Island, GZR 3010, Malta
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Beneteau First 27.7 – 2003 Fast, responsive and fun to sail. This Beneteau First is in pristine condition and has been lovingly cared for. Complete with autopilot and wireless instruments. Price: EUR 50,000
Beneteau First 38s5 - 1991 Volvo 28hp engine, VHF, GPS, Autopilot, Dinghy & Outboard. Comfortable, fast and great fun to sail. Excellent condition. Price: EUR 85,000
Feeling 1090 – 1990 Volvo 28hp invoard. VHF, Autopilot, GPS, Chartplotter, folding rigging, new standing rigging and many more extras. 3 cabin version with many more extras. 2 mainsails, 2 genoas & Spinnaker. Price: EUR 60,500
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Thunder 32 1994 - Mercruiser x2 400hp 7.4 ltr Price: €50,000 - VAT PAID
Ferretti 590 2005 - 2 x 1100 Hp MAN CR Price: €1,300,000 - VAT PAID
Guy Couach - 28m 2002 - x2 MTU 12v 2000 hp Price: €3,200,000
Pershing 54 2000 - MAN 2x1200hp Diesel Price: €800,000 - VAT PAID
Sunseeker 46 1992 - Yanmar Surface Drives 2x440hp Diesel Price: €230,000 - VAT PAID
Technomarine Cobra 62 1987 (engines overhauled 2006) GM Surface Drives 2x870hp Diesel Price: €430,000 - VAT PAID
Sealine 310 Ambassador 1997 - x2 Volvo Penta 150 hp Engines recently re-built Price: €89,500 - VAT PAID
Beneteau First 30E – 1983 This performance cruiser has been well taken care of, with recently replaced mast, rigging and engine. Furling genoa, mainsail with lazy bag. Autopilot and many other extras. Price: EUR 35,000
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Beneteau First 35s5 – 1992 Limited edition 3 cabin version. Volvo 28hp engine. Recently replaced rigging, upholstery and mainsail. Tender & 3.5hp outboard. Excellent condition & Always cared for. Price: EUR 60,000
Other second-hand Sailing Boats for sale:
1989 EUR 55,000 com www.mecca-marine.
Gib’Sea 352
Beneteau Oceanis 510
1993
EUR 207,300
Seaquest Prima 38
1999
EUR 115,000
Beneteau Monte Carlo 37- NEW Stylish and elegant, powered by twin Volvo 260hp inboards and Main Street, St Paul’s Bay duoprop sterndrives. Many extras 21 573 278 • Mob: 79732783 including bowthruster, Tel: 20”LCD TV, DVD, radar/GPS/Chartplotter, cockpit grill & fridge. Price: EUR 217,000 + VAT
Mystic 60 1987 - Perkins 130 hp Price: Stg 248,000 - VAT PAID
New Colorado 300
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the trail, water or road. A large on internal memory works in hand with swift data transfer system for fast loading and viewing of map and trip data as well as photos in high resolution regardless of light conditions. Amongst its many functions, it allows for the swapping of waypoints, tracks, routes and geocaches wirelessly with others. SPORT YACHTS Medcomms are local agents 27 - 30 - 30HT - 33 - 33HT for Garmin.
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Built 1986, L.O.A. 61ft ENGINE: 1 X 140HP Volvo Penta MD70 (Diesel) Registered: SSR UK PRICE: â‚Ź208,000 negotiable (Vat paid)
Built 2002 L.O.A. 41ft ENGINES: 1 x 55HP Volvo Penta D2-55 registered: France PRICE: â‚Ź 101,000 ( Vat paid )
Built 1988, L.O.A. 42’ 6� ENGINES: 2 x 358 HP Volvo Penta, well kept and fully equipped +pontoon berth. reg: Valletta PRICE: ₏139, 762 ( Vat paid )
Built 1999, L.O.A. 38’ 0� ENGINES: 1 x 29HP Yanmar 3GM30, Registered: Valletta PRICE: ₏ 115,000 ( Vat paid )
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Built: 1997 L.O.A. 31.5ft Engines: 2 x 150HP Volvo Penta AQAD 31, Accom: Sleeps 6 in 2 cabin & saloon + bathroom Registered: SSR UK Price: â‚Ź89,500 Negotiable. (Vat paid)
Sailing Yacht Built 1967, with new 21HP NANI engine, various sails, navigational instruments etc. PRICE: â‚Ź19, 800 ( Vat paid ) Registered: Valletta
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Arvor 25 2001, Mercruiser 220hp 4.2 litre diesel Price: â‚Ź 48,500
Bavaria 42 2004; fully equipped inc liferaft Price: â‚Ź 150,000
Issue 01 First • January Beneteau 355 2008 1992; 3 cabins and one head. Limited European Edition Price: ₏ 60,000
Carver 396 2000; Twin Cummins 370B diesel inboards Price: 155,000 STG
Riva Tritone Number 109 1959; 2 x 350HP Petrol Mercruiser V8 Vortec Price: â‚Ź 100,000
Elan Power 35 2006 - 2x Volvo D4 - 260Hp - Very low hours (approx 20), and maintained to very high standards Price: â‚Ź 240,000
Hi Tec / 31 Speedbird 2 x Mercuiser V8 5.7 Lts w/Bravo2 Sterndrives; 2 cabins Price: â‚Ź 53,459 - VAT paid
Fairline Phantom 38 Year: 1997; LOA 12.3m; Beam 3.8m; Price: â‚Ź 200,000
Riva Super Florida Comet 36 Year: 2002; LOA 10.7m; Beam 3.57m; Full instrumentation Price: â‚Ź 140,000
Moody 44 Hull 1993 commissioned 1995; GRP Hull. 4 cabins, well equipped. Price: 119,950 STG
Year: 1959; LOA 5.73m; Beam 1.97m Price: â‚Ź 65,000
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Nauticat 33 1986; Motorsailer 1 x 90 HP FORD LEHMAN 2722E 4-cylinder diesel Price: â‚Ź 110,000 - VAT paid
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Sealine 42 Year: 2004; LOA 12.89m; Beam: 4.06m Price: â‚Ź 310,000
27 - 30 - 30HT - 33 - 33HT Technema 70 37 - 37HT - 42HT 2004; 2 X MAN- 42 Diesel 1300HP; 4 cabins 4 heads Price: â‚Ź 2,050,000
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LEOPARD & RAMBLER REMATCH IN STANFORD ANTIGUA SAILING WEEK English Harbour, Antigua – In the highly competitive world of Grand Prix yacht racing, they are currently two of the best-sailed, highest profile offshore maxis in the game. In the last year alone, they have earned headlines around the world with top-notch performances in such classic events as the Rolex Fastnet Race, the Rolex Middle Sea Race, and the Rolex Sydney-Hobart Race. In fact, their epic duel in last summer’s Fastnet was a match for the ages, as the two giants were separated by a mere three seconds as they rounded the famous landmark known as Fastnet Rock. Now, Mike Slade’s 100-foot ICAP Leopard, and George David’s 90-foot Rambler, are preparing for a rematch in the fresh tradewinds of the Caribbean. For the two state-of-theart race boats are among the early entrants for the upcoming 41st edition of Stanford Antigua Sailing Week, scheduled from April 27-May 3. Seventy-two boats have already registered for the 2008 running of Sailing Week, but none are larger or more impressive than ICAP Leopard, which was built Down Under at Australia’s McConaghy Boats in June 2007, and almost immediately made a mark on the sailing world. The canting keel, 40-ton ICAP Leopard may have trailed Rambler by seconds at the halfway mark of the heavyweather 2007 Fastnet, but the 100-footer staged an impressive comeback by overtaking her rival and, in the process, smashing the race record by eight hours to take line honors after a blistering voyage of 1 d, 20h, 18m, 53s. Rambler finished some 45 minutes in arrears but exacted some revenge by winning the prestigious IRC Super Zero Class on corrected time. For the Bruce Farr-designed ICAP Leopard, the next stage of her world tour was the Rolex
Sydney-Hobart Race, where she finished a close second on line honors to the celebrated Australian maxi, Wild Oats XI. But owner Mike Slade couldn’t be more pleased about ICAP Leopard’s strong inaugural season of racing. “The boat’s like a Volvo 70, stretched out to 100-feet,” said Slade. “It’s just like race horses that are good on the flat. Some prefer soft ground, (while) some are better on hard ground. We’re better in the upwind, breezier conditions.” Clearly, Slade is hoping that the strong winds for which Stanford Antigua Sailing Week is known are switched on for his steed’s Caribbean debut. In the mean time, the Reichel/Pugh-designed Rambler moved forward from the Fastnet Race to record a series of strong performances in its first year under George David’s stewardship. With U.S. skipper Ken Read commanding an all-star crew of sailors who will also form the nucleus of Read’s PUMA Racing team for the upcoming Volvo Ocean Race, Rambler registered a rare set of “trebles”—a record-setting time, line honors, and corrected time victory—in last fall’s Rolex Middle Sea Race in the Mediterranean, and the Offshore Race Rolex Buenos Aires-Rio de Janeiro Race in the South Atlantic last February. In the Middle Sea contest, Rambler covered the 606-nautical mile course in 47h, 55m, 3s, and in the Buenos Aires-Rio event, the water-ballasted 90footer sailed the 1,123-nautical mile voyage in 4d, 9h, 55m, 45s. Rambler was originally built in 2002 for Aussie sailor Neville Crichton, who called the boat Shockwave. David had been contemplating the commission of a brand-new maxi, but he knew that would be a process that would take years; he wanted to sail in
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2007. When he saw Shockwave in a marina on the south coast of France, he realized it was a vessel aboard which he could realize his aspirations. “It just happened to be available,” said David. “Crichton built it in 2002 as the fastest monohull in the world. Then, literally coincident with its launch, along came the canting keels. Neville wanted to step up to a 100-foot canting-keel boat so he only raced Shockwave for a couple of years. When I first stepped aboard I thought, ‘This is pretty big.’ But half an hour later, I said to myself, ‘It’s just a big 50-footer.’ It’s funny how
your perspective changes.” Shockwave was built tough, for the gruelling SydneyHobart Race and other Tasman Sea adventures, but David understood that there was more speed to be squeezed from the existing platform. So the boat went directly from France into the shed at New England Boatworks in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, and with guidance from the original design team of Reichel Pugh, the newly renamed Rambler underwent an extensive refit that included the addition of a 9.5-ton bulb to its reconfigured 16-foot draft, and a 10-foot bowsprit
to allow plenty more sail to be pressed on. Now, having sailed off on separate tacks, literally and figuratively, after their shared Fastnet adventures, ICAP Leopard and Rambler are on a course heading directly for Stanford Antigua Sailing Week, where they’ll renew their rivalry on the water. It will surely be a Clash of the Titans. For more information, registration forms, an updated entry list and more, visit the Stanford Antigua Sailing Week website at www.sailingweek.com.
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