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With three IMOCA Globe Series races remaining before the Vendée Globe, all eyes turn to Lorient for the start of The Transat CIC. With the margins shrinking as the boats get faster, squeezing every ounce of performance power out of equipment is vital for the teams and their skippers, who turn to a range of cutting-edge innovations to get a competitive edge. Over a 3,500 mile race like this, it is vital to fully exploit performance and speed when the going is good, and with the ability to hit optimal settings as quickly and consistently as possible, teams can eat up the distance, chasing down their rivals or opening up big gaps ahead of their competition. The majority have turned to wireless load sensors from Cyclops to lend a helping hand: https://lnkd.in/ebx3WhZv #SmartSailing .... #TheTransatCIC Class40 association #IMOCA #sailing #boat #sailingboat #yacht #yachting #sailinglife #offshoresailing #VendéeGlobe

The Regatta : Les Sables D'Olonne - The Azores - departure today at 13h To follow up in live : https://lnkd.in/eDNcDAr3 General Presentation The "Les Sables d'Olonne - The Azores - Les Sables" (SAS) regatta is a solo transatlantic race, first held in 2006. This race is a key event for skippers of the Mini 6.50 class supported by Sames. At Sames, we are committed to sustainability and environmental protection. Sponsoring Ramon Ribera in this regatta reflects our support for sailing, an eco-friendly form of marine transport. Course and Proceedings The regatta starts in Les Sables d'Olonne. Competitors sail to Horta, on the island of Faial in the Azores archipelago, before returning to Les Sables d'Olonne. The course covers approximately 2540 nautical miles and is divided into two stages: 1. **Stage 1: Les Sables d'Olonne to Horta** - Skippers cover around 1270 nautical miles, facing the varied conditions of the North Atlantic. 2. **Stage 2: Horta to Les Sables d'Olonne** - After a short rest and possible repairs in Horta, sailors set off again for another 1270 nautical miles journey back to the Vendée coast. Boats and Participants The regatta is open to Mini 6.50 class boats, which are 6.50-meter monohull sailboats. These boats are known for their small size, lightness, and high speeds, making the race particularly demanding and technical. Participants are solo skippers. The regatta attracts sailors from various nationalities, including professional mariners and passionate amateurs eager to take on the Atlantic. Challenges and Stakes The regatta presents numerous challenges: - **Weather Conditions**: Skippers must navigate through often challenging weather conditions, including storms and strong winds. - **Navigation and Strategy**: The race requires excellent navigation and strategic skills to optimize trajectories and performance. - **Solitude and Resilience**: For solo participants, managing solitude and fatigue is crucial. They must remain vigilant and performant throughout the crossing. Importance of the Race The Les Sables d'Olonne - The Azores regatta is an important milestone in the career of Mini class skippers. It often serves as preparation for longer and more demanding races, such as the Mini Transat. Moreover, it promotes solo sailing and highlights the skill and determination of sailors. Conclusion The Les Sables d'Olonne - The Azores - Les Sables race is a test of endurance and skill, celebrating the spirit of adventure and maritime excellence. It is an iconic regatta that continues to attract and challenge the world's best sailors. #SAMES #LesSablesLesAçoresLesSables #Sailing #Sponsorship #Environment #Sustainability #marinetransport

ADVENTURE RACING FANS - Mark Your Calendars 🌍 Top 5 Adventure Races to Watch in 2025! 🏔️ Ready to push boundaries and explore breathtaking landscapes? These are the must-watch adventure races of 2025, each offering unique challenges, stunning locations, and unforgettable experiences: 1️⃣ Expedition Canada – ARWS World Champs 📍 British Columbia, Canada 🏞️ 10 days, 700km in North America's adventure playground. Expect world-class course design and unmatched wilderness! Learn more 2️⃣ Raid100 📍 Queensland, Australia 🔀 Entirely in Rogaine format—strategy is key! With all teams finishing within hours, expect an electric finish line. Learn more 3️⃣ Raid Bimbache 📍 Morocco 🌍 Adventure meets culture! Race through stunning landscapes while enjoying Morocco’s rich culinary and cultural experiences. Learn more 4️⃣ Sud Raid 📍 French Alps ⛰️ A 4-day test of technical climbing and rope work in Europe’s most stunning race environment. Who will dominate the A1 World Cup final? Learn more 5️⃣ The Magnificent 📍 New Zealand 🌋 Raw, rugged wilderness awaits in NZ’s first expedition race in 2 years. Fierce competition and youthful energy will make this unforgettable. Learn more Which race would you take on? 💬 Let us know in the comments! #WorldObstacle #AdventureRacing #ExpeditionRacing #OCR #ExploreMore

"The Transat Québec St-Malo was a really fun race. There were three main parts to it - the exit of Le Saint-Laurent river which felt like a Figaro race... pretty intense, lots of decisions, current, the local wind effect - it was really challenging and really interesting with a backdrop of beautiful scenery.⛵️ "Then the transatlantic crossing in the next major part of the race. Very variable conditions with the weather changing a lot from one grib file to the next - you had to be really decisive with the decision making and then try and define your own logic in how you thought the weather was going to play out. It was pretty interesting for the whole fleet.🗺 "We made the option to dive south which was a bit longer in distance travelled, but we felt like it was a lower-risk option. It worked out well for us in the end, so we were really happy. We had quite a few challenges crossing the Atlantic. We had some technical issues, the major one was breaking a rudder, which meant we had to switch the rudder from side to side during the race to be able to spend time on the other tack. That was quite a big decision for us internally - to decide what to do and how to manage that. We managed to find a solution that worked for us, but obviously when we did that - we were never sure if we'd be able to finish the race. So we were obviously really happy to come out on top.🤩 "The third part of the race was entering the English Channel. The fleet compressed as we approached the European shoreline and it was back into intense racing again, 24 hours of light winds, local effects, current, making the right decisions. We had to sail the boat very differently because we were limping on only one rudder. That was a challenging aspect for us. Right up until the last five miles we weren't sure how we would deal with it, but then we had a nice finish into the end and a brilliant arrival into St Malo. A really fun race, I got on really well with the guys and I was really chuffed to get this result - a transatlantic race win in the Class 40 under my belt. I had a lot of fun, and learnt a lot from this type of boat racing in a really high standard of fleet.🙌 "Next for me, I'm still working with Clarisse Crémer and we're in preparation for her Vendée Globe. The other boat's currently in the workshop so right now it's the planning phase, getting all the technical equipment up to standard service, new sails - so I'm mainly working on that side of stuff for her, and the boat will be launched in September.⛵️ "So now it's time for me to take a bit of rest and I potentially have another big announcement to make, sometime in the coming month. So stay tuned!"😲 #Class40 #TransatQSM #Sail #Sailing

Today is the day of days… It’s 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲! 🌎 It’s the most important day of the year to promote environmental awareness! Our environment gives us so much energy, we need to maintain the ecosystem ‘Earth’ to ensure the nature’s richness and our quality of life! There are always small things everyone can do. Would you like an example? I like skiing and I haven’t been for a long time because many ski resorts rigorously destroy nature for commercial reasons. This year, I tried ski mountaineering. It’s an eco-friendly sport where you climb mountains on skis and where you ski downhill somewhere in the nowhere without using any infrastructure (no slopes, no lifts, no artificial snow). Leaving no or small traces only, that’s what it’s all about. We only have one 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡, we need to change and adapt now! Everyone can contribute everywhere to a better future. 🌍💚 What is your story to raise environmental awareness? #earthday #fighteverycrisis #sustainability #gameon

More than 84% of Swedes choose Austria ⛷️ 🇦🇹 Together with Freeride, we made a survey to see which ski destination Swedes prefer. Based on 1417 responses, it became clear that 84.3% prefer to travel to Austria on their ski/snowboard trips, making Austria No. 1 on the list of favorite ski destinations among the respondents. And if you look at the Alps as a whole, almost 35% have already booked their trip there this winter. The questionnaire also reveals something else interesting: 60% of the respondents could imagine taking the train on a skiing holiday south - over 20% even say they would definitely choose the train if it is possible where they are going. We're proud and happy to see sustainable travel on the rise in Sweden ☘️ - and of course, it's great to see Austria as the favorite ski destination 🗻. You can read the rest of the survey here: https://lnkd.in/d6ViecZt #Lebensgefühl

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Why More Skiers Are Heading to Europe This Season Maybe it’s just a trend within our circle of friends and clients, but skiing in Europe seems to be the move this season! A recent The New York Times article highlights why so many North Americans are heading to Europe’s slopes, with cost as a major factor. Beyond price, we’ve seen how the expansion of Epic and Ikon passes into European resorts is reshaping international ski travel. While these programs and their growing influence are not without controversy, they’ve undeniably opened new opportunities for skiers to access some of Europe’s top mountains. #SkiingInEurope #SkiTravel #WinterAdventures #EuropeanSkiResorts #privadatravel #adventureawaits https://lnkd.in/gySQM4Xj