Monthly Archives: January 2011

Thomas Coville – a cool customer

Posted on January 30, 2011 by admin

I remember Thomas Coville’s departure on a transatlantic record trip a while ago: walking down the dock, talking to reporters over his shoulder, slinging a duffel bag aboard and setting straight off. I thought that was pretty relaxed at the … Continue reading →

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Banque Populaire’s first nights – ‘sportif’

Posted on January 24, 2011 by admin

The maxi trimaran Banque Populaire V has started her bid for the Jules Verne trophy in hectic fashion. The second night was a little easier, but still with big seas. If you listen to Jérémie BEYOU’s description of life on … Continue reading →

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Talking of Floods – last year’s spring equinox at St Malo

Posted on January 23, 2011 by admin

Equinoctial spring tides coinciding with low pressure and onshore gales can cause havoc. Here’s what happened at St Malo in March 2010. Marées d'équinoxe à Saint Malo en Bretagneenvoyé par leslucioles67. – Découvrez de nouvelles destinations en vidéo. Sorry about … Continue reading →

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How about a Smack for 2011?

Posted on January 12, 2011 by admin

An English fishing boat, that is. Although they were designed and built for estuary work, they’re seaworthy craft. Russell Ferriday sails Victorious single-handed in the Channel, and even sailed round to Brest, where marine artist and lover of old sailing … Continue reading →

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