In This Issue
• Wallyno wins Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez class
• RenaissanceRe Junior Gold Cup.
• What's in the Latest Edition Of Seahorse Magazine
• Cup Spy Oct 3: AC75 light air testing
• Pressure On To Reach Cape Town
• 2023 Australian Sailing Awards Finalists Announced
• Launchings
• Featured Brokerage:
• • Italia Yachts 11.98
• • X-Yachts X4.3 - BABY X
• • Ichi Ban 60
• The Last Word: Herman Hesse

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Wallyno wins Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez class with a day to spare
Photo by Ingrid Abery, www.ingridabery.com. Click on image for photo gallery.

While in some classes the victors are now close to being decided going into tomorrow's last race for the 39 maxi yachts at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, more light conditions off the Cote d'Azur produced some new winners today.

In the southerly breeze, the race once again set sail from Pampelonne Bay, but with the race committee, including the International Maxi Association's own Ariane Mainemare, sending the bigger maxi classes north towards Frejus while the leeward mark for Maxi C and D was further west off Issambres, both groups ultimately finishing in the Golfe de Saint-Tropez.

However decisive is the situation in Maxi C where winning with a day to spare is International Maxi Association President Benoît de Froidmont and his 60ft Wallyno who have sewn-up their result, the only Maxi still racing with an unblemished four bullet scoreline.

Winning on the water today was Chris Flowers' 100ft Galateia, which finished second 1 minutes 10 seconds behind Deep Blue under IRC corrected time, despite having been locked in combat with Karel Komarek's similarly-sized V (ex-Tango) for much of the race. "We were glued together – super close," observed Galateia tactician Murray Jones.

Friday's final day of racing for the maxis will set sail at 1200 with a forecast that is similarly light but sailable. -- James Boyd / International Maxi Association

Thursday's results

Overall results

lesvoilesdesaint-tropez.fr

Gianmarco Piovanetti solidified his lead on day two of the RenaissanceRe Junior Gold Cup in the Great Sound on Thursday.
The Puerto Rican sailor won three of the four races contested in blustery conditions to stretch his advantage from two to 20 points after discarding his worst score to date (sixth) in the opening race of the 13-race series.

Moving up to second was Mariana Pinto, of Portugal, who finished second among the female sailors and 28th overall at this year's International Optimist World Championships in Spain in June.

Also on the move was Denmark's Frederick Hastrup, who jumped six spots from ninth to third, a farther point adrift of the leader.

The lead among the local fleet swapped hands with Nina Gotfredsen replacing national champion Miguel Power at the summit.

Full report by Colin Thompson in The Royal Gazzette

juniorgoldcup.com

Seahorse October 2023
What's in the Latest Edition Of Seahorse Magazine

Offshore with a 52!
They're winning here, they're winning there, in fact they're winning everywhere. Rob Weiland

Keep it in the family
With recent success in the 5.5 Metres and now fielding enquiries for a 6 Metre or two, Dave Hollom looks the other way at the 2.4mR

The benefits of second
The second Infiniti 52 had a great run to Hawaii but getting to the startline was a race of its own. Stu Bannatyne

Daysailer?!
The German shipyard YYachts launches a rather different new project together with Cossutti Yacht Design - the 23-metre long daysailer Y75... Inspired by YYachts presents a solution to challenges faced by the sailing yacht industry - the Y Breeze 75 daysailer.

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You can't hold back real talent... anywhere

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Cup Spy Oct 3: AC75 teams get vital light air testing session at Barcelona
Two teams, Emirates Team New Zealand and Alinghi Red Bull Racing sailed their AC75s off Barcelona in light airs.

The British team was also sailing in their AC40 One Design, unfortunately there is no coverage of AC40s sailing in One Design mode by the AC37 Joint Recon Team.

Wind strength measured by the nowcasting at Port Olimpic adjacent to the America's Cup course showed the winds building to 6kts at 1400hrs before easing and then building back to 9kts around 1800hrs. Recordings from the AC37 Joint Recon Team with the Kiwi team recorded winds of 6kts increasing to 8-9kts at 1600hrs from SSE (120degrees), before fading.

The wind limit for racing is 6.5kts measured on a 30 sec rolling average measure from 9mins to 4mins before the start. Takeoff wind speed for an AC75 to get foilborne is reckoned to be in the 6-7kt range. Of course, wind shear can affect wind strengths above sea level, and AC75s can take off in winds that appear to be lighter at sea level.

It would seem likely that the 2024 America's Cup will be sailed in light airs - requiring the teams to have confidence in their ability to start foiling in winds at the bottom end of the range, and to be able to remain foiling during tacks and gybes while remaining foil-borne, if the winds drop below the 6.5kts test at pre-start.

Richard Gladwell's full report in Sail-World.com

Pressure On To Reach Cape Town for Leg 2 Of McIntyre Ocean Globe
With seven yachts across the equator and making steady progress towards Cape Town, it's the tailenders that's cause for nail-biting at the McIntyre Ocean Globe Race head office. Godspeed USA (01) and Explorer AU (08) are under increasing pressure to reach Cape Town for the start of Leg 2, Cape Town to Auckland, on November 5th.

The OGR Notice of Race requires yachts to have a mandatory minimum four-day stopover in port meaning they need to arrive into Cape Town by 14:00 local time on November 1st to ensure starting Leg 2 with the rest of the fleet. This now seems unlikely.

The middle pack including Sterna SA (42), White Shadow ESP (17), Galiana WithSecure FI (06) might have thought they'd escaped the clutches of the doldrums, but still have some fluky winds to contend with.

Skipper of Evrika, Dominique Dubois, has also opted for an Easterly route. Earlier in the week he discovered they'd lost a large reaching headsail washed overboard. Under the OGR Notice of Race, this loss may incur a 24-hour penalty.

Pen Duick VI FR (14) is struggling to grab first place in IRC from Translated 9 IT (09), but is leading the fleet. Spirit of Helsinki FI (71), Translated 9 IT (09) and Maiden UK (03) have well and truly picked up the South Easterlies and are making good progress to Cape Town. The three French yachts, L'Esprit d'equipe FR (85), Triana FR (66) and Neptune FR (56) have also crossed the equator with their bows now set on catching the lead pack, determined to close the gap.

oceangloberace.com

2023 Australian Sailing Awards Finalists Announced
The finalists of the 2023 Australian Sailing Awards have been announced, with clubs, volunteers and sailing stars from around the country all in the running for recognition at the nation's peak sailing awards.

In the Female and Male Sailor of the Year categories, finalists include major regatta medallists, world champions and Olympic gold medallists.

After an outstanding international season, it is a clean sweep for the Australian Sailing Team ILCA 6 squad in the Female Sailor of the Year category with Casey Imeneo (VIC), Mara Stransky (QLD) and Zoe Thomson (WA) announced as the three finalists.

Imeneo secured a stunning Bronze at the French Olympic Week regatta in Hyeres from a world-class fleet of 94 boats and finished in the top 10 at Kiel Week 2023. Reigning Australian Sailing Female Sailor of the Year Mara Stransky is back again, having accrued a remarkable string of top 10 finishes at several international regattas. Zoe Thomson is the third finalist, with the Western Australian putting the world on notice when she won Silver at the Palma regatta in March.

Australian Sailing Futures athlete Will Sargent (TAS) is a first-time finalist in the Male Sailor of the Year category after winning the SB20 World Championship and Youth World Championship in June this year. He will face stiff competition from 2022 Male Sailor of the Year and three-time SailGP Champion Tom Slingsby OAM (NSW), and 2018 winner Matt Wearn OAM (WA) who won the Paris 2024 Olympic Test Event in the ILCA 7.

2023 has seen the Club of the Year Award split into two, providing the opportunity for clubs to be recognised for their achievements regardless of size.

The Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia (SA), Keppel Bay Sailing Club (QLD) and Woollahra Sailing Club (NSW) have been named as finalists for the Club of the Year (Category A) award, while Humpybong Yacht Club (QLD), Richmond River Sailing and Rowing Club (NSW) and Sandy Bay Sailing Club (TAS) have been named as the three finalists for Club of the Year (Category B).

The winners of each of the categories will be announced at the National Sailing Awards on Friday November 3 at the Australian National Maritime Museum in Sydney.

sailing.org.au/community/sailing-awards/

Launchings
The French Dufour Yachts shipyard continues to set new benchmarks in performance and design with the announcement of their latest model, the Dufour 44.

Designed to provide an unforgettable sailing experience for both new sailors and experienced world cruisers, the Dufour 44 represents the epitome of performance, style and comfort.

The Dufour 44 is a continuation of the 18-year collaboration with designer Umberto Felci, and the result is a model that boasts a sleek and timeless hull design and delivers precise and responsive handling.

Her interior is spacious and luxuriously appointed with a design directed by Luca Ardizio that exudes relaxed elegance. Bathed in natural light, the saloon spans the entire width of the yacht to create a remarkably large and versatile living area to enjoy for all occasions. The model also introduces a new hexagonal table to its design, providing comfortable seating for up to ten people.

marinebusinessworld.com

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New Sunbeam Launched in Centenary Year: Odyssey Sets Sail as a Testament to Timeless Elegance

Itchenor, Uti The Solent Sunbeam Class, tinown for its rich history and enduring elegance, continues to flourish with the launch of the magnificent GRP Solent Sunbeam V74 Odyssey.

As she slipped into the water by Haines Boatyard at Itchenor the beloved V1 Dainty, a century-old Sunbeam, was being prepared for a grand journey to the South of France, where she will participate in the prestigious Regates Royale and the Voile de St Tropez. This juxtaposition of tradition and innovation exemplifies the enduring appeal of the Solent Sunbeam Class.

Odyssey was commissioned by the Taylor family, who are no strangers to the world of classic sailing. The Taylors' passion for classic sailing extends beyond the Sunbeams, with a history that includes ownership of Swallows and XODs at Itchenor and various other classic sailboats.

Peter and Anne Taylor, both former Commodores of Itchenor Sailing Club and with extensive involvement in the Royal London Yacht Club where Peter was instrumental in creating Cowes Classic Weeti, are co-owners with son Sean and granddaughter Alice Taylor.

Alice had the honour of christening Odyssey with champagne over her bow, welcoming a new arrival to this classic dayboat class. Peter Taylor expressed his gratitude to John TremleY and the Haines team for craaing a superb example of this timeless class.

The Class welcomes anyone who would litie to try out a Sunbeam. We race at Itchenor from April to October on Thursday nights and weetiends. Please contact James Axtell () to find out more.

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YYachts presents the Y Breeze 75 daysailer, a solution to challenges faced by the sailboat industry. This innovative vessel combines the elegance of sailboats with the convenience of powerboats. Key features include a sporty performance, luxurious interior, advanced technology, and sharing possibilities. Customizable options ensure a unique sailing experience. Enjoy the future of sailing with the Y Breeze 75 from YYachts.

YYachts carefully selected the name "Breeze" for this exceptional boat to emphasize that it goes beyond being just a new model. Instead, it represents a new concept that revolutionizes how people experience and connect with the sea.

The naval architecture and the exterior design are made in collaboration with Cossutti Yacht Design.

The YB75 will be the first sailing yacht with fold-down bulwarks to create a large aft deck to increase comfort at anchor. The exterior impresses with clean lines and gives the YB75 a sporty character.

Developed in collaboration with the Wendover Studio, the interior style is designed to guarantee an inviting, practical and elegant atmosphere. Materials are appropriately used, carefully detailed and coordinated to represent today's luxury style people expect to feel at home.

Of course, the style can be customized following clients' preferences.

yyachts.de

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An iconic Derwent Class yacht called "Undine" is undergoing restoration in the hands of the talented team at The Wooden Boat Centre, Tasmania, destined for the racing circuit in time for the Kettering Wooden Boat Rally in February 2024.

According to Cordy Horgan, Head Shipwright and Manager of the Wooden Boat Centre (WBC) - Australia's only wooden boat building school - the project will involve the WBC's team of four, a couple of ex-students and volunteers over the next six months.

"We officially began 1 June, and we're aiming to finish by November and have her sailing in December, ready for the Rally in February. Our team will be joined by local volunteers who are passionate about wooden boats, and ex-students, Sarah and John.

"Only the hull and mast remain," he continues. "We have to recreate everything else and fully re-rig her. There's a painting and an old set of plans which are hard to follow, but we're trying.

"The first step is the restoration of the hull, checking to make sure its intact. Then the second phase is the deck and cabin, followed by the rigging and caulking to get it back on the water."

Whimsically named Undine for the water nymph who could only become human if she was loved by a faithful mortal man, she is D13, built by Don Colbourn of Pirie Street, New Town, for P. and D. Hadlow, and launched 8 November 1948 ahead of the 12th D-class sailing season.

Each D-Class vessel is named after a mythological or literary persona, resulting in a colourful cast of characters: Imp, Pixie, Gnome, Sprite, Mermaid, Peter Pan, Wendy, Pim, Gremlin, Merlin, Janus, Merlin, Titania, and now, Undine. -- Jeni Bone

livesaildie.com/legendary-d-undine-brought-back-to-life/

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Introducing Reichel/Pugh Design No. 301 | The 130' Classic Sloop

Reichel/Pugh offers an unsurpassed luxury superyacht experience. Each yacht is the first ingredient in the creative blend, offering the Owner a starting point from which to explore their vision in collaboration with the 40 years of in-house knowledge, dedication and passion of the world-renowned Reichel/Pugh team.

R/P 130' Classic Sloop
Preliminary Parameters

LOA 40.87m
BEAM 8.42m
DRAFT 4.2m

P 54.6m
E 16.2m
IM 46.6m
J 14.4m
ISP 50m
STL 15.7m

reichel-pugh.com

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At 15.5 metres LOA, wallyrocket51 sits right in the pocket of the classic 52-footers. She measures slightly shorter than a TP52, but she is designed to beat them thanks to innovative features, ultralight displacement and an exhaustively refined hull. Moreover, Wally's design team has worked on wallyrocket51's design with Botin Partners – a team whose resume includes the America's Cup, and whose yacht designs have taken 12 consecutive TP52 season titles, ORC world championships and Rolex Maxi Cup titles, among many others.

"The idea of Wally was to make a very strict one-design class that could provide pure racing, that was high-tech and that could provide a lot of fun, but which could also be very competitive under IRC and ORC rating rules," begins Adolfo Carrau, Partner at Botin Partners Naval Architecture. "That was the starting point. We began with a 52-foot design because of our knowledge in that size and the fact that it's also a size that has proven competitive in all conditions and sea states. But the first secret of the wallyrocket51 design," he teases, "is that it's not a 52-footer, it's a 51-footer."

It's a critical factor, because it has allowed the design team to optimise the hull, underwater appendages and sailplan by getting a rating bonus that could be spent on other elements. Those include a displacement of just 6.3 tons in measurement condition – making it the lightest racing boat out there – which makes the wallyrocket51 very reactive, super-fast downwind and quick to plane. But while that would normally mean a disadvantage upwind, wallyrocket51 employs a feature that dominated the 2007 America's Cup – an adjustable trim tab on the trailing edge of the keel. This produces a huge amount of lift upwind on a smaller keel stem profile, reducing resistance and delivering neutral leeway. With the water flow aligned with the boat, there's a big reduction in hull drag which means in spite of having a shorter waterline length, the wallyrocket51 will be able to sail higher and faster than competitors.

wally.com

Featured Brokerage
Italia Yachts 11.98. 285,900 (Ex. VAT) EUR.

The Italia 11.98 project is aimed to create a boat that is really adaptable to different uses both cruising and racing. The result is a boat that will inspire the most ambitious pro sailor and, it will give pleasing cruises to its owner. Fun, highly performing and easy at the helm, Italia 11.98 has an essential and clean design, perfect for racing, without giving up space and maintaining adequate interior volumes and layout for long cruises. Italia 11.98 reintroduces the concept of an all-round boat, that is really able to support the efforts of the best sailing teams and as well as to meet the comfort needs of a more leisure oriented purpose.

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2018 X-Yachts X4.3 - BABY X. 375000 EUR. Located in Lymington, UK.

Sport version of the X4.3. She has a full inventory for coastal cruising and also racing. Very easy to sail shorthanded and in excellent condition.

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Contact
Ben Cooper
Berthon UK
Tel: 0044 (0)1590 679 222
E-Mail:

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ICHI BAN 60. POA. Located in Sydney, Australia

Ichi Ban is a superbly built and maintained hi-tech offshore racer.

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