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OPTIMUM 3 ASPIDA

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Media - Royal Malta Yacht Club

The Greek Farr 52, OPTIMUM 3 ASPIDA encountered a big change in the weather at Lampedusa. Photo Nyklyk

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Latest Rolex video

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Media - Royal Malta Yacht Club
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RAN PICK UP PACE

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Media - Royal Malta Yacht Club

After lightnings, rain and strong wind, we managed to sail well into the transition from the north easterly to south easterly winds. This gave us the advantage to catch-up and go through approximately 35 miles in the hours of the … Continue reading →

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RAN – DARK NIGHT

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Media - Royal Malta Yacht Club

Tonight the moon is behind the clouds so the night is quite dark. Feels also colder, big jackets are out. On the rail most of the time as we are upwind sailing onto Malta, still with the north easterly winds. … Continue reading →

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OPTIMUM 3 ASPIDA

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Media - Royal Malta Yacht Club
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5 yachts retire

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Media - Royal Malta Yacht Club

Global Yacht Racing, Galilieo, Alexandra Dreams, Northern Child and Faioahe have officially retired from the race. Remy Gerin sent this picture, so looks like the  two-handed team will be back next year!

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Comanche Raider Gasanmamo

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Media - Royal Malta Yacht Club

On the way to Favignana! Pasta and chill con carne or carbonara for dinner! Jonas

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ARTIE still strong

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Media - Royal Malta Yacht Club

After just over 3 days of racing the mood onboard Artie RTFX is still strong despite the very light winds & very slow pace. The last two nights have been a true test of nerves, patience & concentration. We managed to keep … Continue reading →

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QUOKKA round the corner

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Media - Royal Malta Yacht Club

Finally, we’re rounding the corner!  Off the north western tip of Sicily and about to head south towards the coast of Africa.  What a day it’s been, full of all the vagaries that we have come to expect from this race.  The early … Continue reading →

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RAN Aeolus, stay with us!

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Media - Royal Malta Yacht Club

Less than 100 miles, with a north easterly wind which holds quite well. We are flying at 9 to 10 knots of boat speed, up wind on a calm sea water. We are aiming approximately at destination, Malta. Fighting hard … Continue reading →

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