Winning the day yesterday after three fantastic races in La Rochelle, was POR 66 “Drago” helmed by former European Champion Jose’ Matoso and crewed by Frederico Melo and Bernado Freitas. After the disappointment of an OCS on day one, Jose’ fought back to record a 3,2, and 1 to move 2pts clear (after discard) of […]
Wonderful sailing conditions with a warm westerly wind and unspoilt sunshine greeted the 23 Dragons on the first day of the “Vasco de Gama” sailed in La Rochelle. After two races were completed yesterday afternoon it is the team of Philippe Presti, Dominique Herbrard and Gilles Marchard in FRA 405 that lead overall on 7pts with a 6th […]
Yes fellow Sailors, La Rochelle, the venue of the 2015 World Championships hold their first Dragon event for many a year as the French Dragon Association prepare for next year’s “premier” Dragon event… La Rochelle is steeped in history since it’s foundation in the 10th Century and became an important harbour in the 12th century. The […]
SUI 297 in Training for the Swiss Nationals taking place in Roschach this coming weekend The Alpen Cup sadly had to be cancelled yesterday through lack of wind. Even though the race committee tried everything to complete the series, no more races could be added to the single race from Saturday. However, as I drive […]
The beautiful Lake Constance viewed from my Hotel in Rorschach, Switzerland. When Tim Tavinor asked me to deliver a boat to Switzerland, then continue on through the San Bernardino Pass to Italy, to collect our “Bear” from Imperia, I had no idea what a wonderful drive it would be. Firstly, he loaned me a new X 5 […]
Vincent Hoesch, Tommy Muller & Marc Pickel winners of the Guyader Grand Prix 2014. With a forecast of gusts in excess of 30 knots Jean Gabriel the PRO of this fantastic 6 race series, Grade 1 event, had no option but to cancel the 7th and final race. This left 3 very happy sailors in the Trailer Park as the […]
GER 1133 “Sinewave”, Tommy Muller powers his way to another victory. It was another fantastic day of sailing in the bay of Douarnenez for the 48 Dragons competing in the Guyader Grand Prix, with steady winds, surfing waves and even blue skies! In race 5, the first of the day, GER 1133 once again showed […]
GER 1133 “Sinewave” about to hoist their kite at the end of the “Dog Leg”.. (All photo’s kindly provided by Watersports Photo Expert, Ricardo Pinto..) It was a truly “Full On” sailing day for all 48 competitors during day two of the Guyader Grand Prix here in Douarnenez, on the West Coast of Brittany. Although the weather […]
Lawrie Smith helming GBR 785 “Alfie” leads overall after day one in DZ.. (This fantastic “action” photo was captured by Professional Ricardo Pinto). A most stunning sailing day was enjoyed by the 48 boats here on day one of the Guyader Grand Prix in Douarnenez. Although the numbers are slightly down this year due to […]
Fred Gourlaouen presents Annie Ravach with the Statue of Henriot-Quimper.. A great evening was had by all in the magnificent Tent of Douarnenez last night as the “French” Sailors put on a Dinner for the Dragon Fleet and presented Annie Ravach with a wonderful Statue of Henriot for her hard work, loyalty and dedication given […]