Sprayhoods, Dodgers, and Doghouses - the GGR fleet
Differences in doghouses, sprayhoods, and cockpit coverings across the fleet are some of the most visible contrasts between competitors readying themselves for the Golden Globe Race start next Saturday 6th September.
Indeed, choices range from small, solid doghouses to larger, canvas sprayhoods, to cockpit-covering hoods more akin to Vendée Globe boats. These decisions reflect the skippers’ personal philosophies in protecting themselves against the worst the ocean can throw at them. read more
INTERVIEW: Jazz Turner - challenges, records, and circumnavigations!
Jazz Turner this year became the first woman and first disabled individual to complete a solo, non-stop and unassisted circumnavigation of the UK and Ireland. However, the 27-year-old did not follow a traditional path into sailing. read more
INTERVIEW: Don McIntyre - small boats, big oceans and everything inbetween!
There aren’t many people like Don McIntyre, which is a shame because the world would be a much better place if it was - from teddy bears in Antarctica to racing around the world alone in a boat he built to flying around Australia in a gyrocopter, there isn’t much Don hasn’t experienced. read more
Exposure Marine’s two flagship headtorches, the HT RAW and RAW PRO 2.0 are marketed as all the personal lighting equipment you’ll ever need. However, is such a claim backed up by the products themselves, or has the marketing team gone out for lunch? read more
Jack Gore makes a first extended trip in company with his family and other yacht club members on an East Coast cruise... read more
Jack Gore was just 10 when he became smitten with Victoria. He explains how he turned a neglected Jeanneau Sun 2000 trailer-sailer into his dream boat... read more