Author Archives: Media - Royal Malta Yacht Club

Jivaro

A new crewmember has joined Jivaro as we approached Lampedusa. After a few nautical miles and some well deserved rest, he flew away ahead of us, leading the way to the last landmark before the final run towards the Maltese … Continue reading

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Dorade

As forecast, a strong Low with accompanying severe weather has developed over the race track today. Winds of 35-45 knots and extremely rough seas are expected today, and are forecast to last thru Friday. While gut-wrenching, the decision to withdraw … Continue reading

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Rambler

George David on Rambler’s Rolex Middle Sea Race Record George David hold’s the Rolex Middle Sea Race record since 2007 – in this video clip he reminisces about that experience

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Unica

The view from the cabin might be amazing but the lack of wind is another story.

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Elusive

Amazing sunset over calm waters for the Elusive crew

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Arwen

Arwen’s last leg Arwen is just rounding Lampedusa to start the final leg to Malta. Even having taken shelter over night, we’re still sailing in winds consistently over 30 knots and a sea that has abated but still throws the … Continue reading

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Winsome

The Winsome crew is all very happy to be ashore safe and sound. We are writing this blog from Port Molo Wojtyla on the Island of Pantalleria. We have had an unexpected visit to Pantalleria, which means Daughter of the … Continue reading

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Winsome

Blog written Tuesday 21 October: We were warned by various sailors not to get into the wind shadow of the volcano’s. Though they must have been certainly right, we could not test it in absence of any winds. After we … Continue reading

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Scarlet Oyster

Scarlet Oyster is now safe in Sciara Harbour. What an amazing display of seamanship and perseverance shown by Ross, Andy, David, Alistair and the crew of Scarlet Oyster. To lose your rudder in a force nine gale, secure your boat … Continue reading

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Sagola Biotrading

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