Y&Y News Feed

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1. Tropical Squall: Pot of trouble or welcome relief?

   During the Clipper Race Circumnavigation, temperatures can soar as the route sees crew racing through the tropics and across the equator.

2. 18ft Skiffs: Sponsoring 'Formula One on water'

   Since the first recorded 18 Footer races on Sydney Harbour in 1892, the boats were individually owned by wealthy or even struggling owner/skippers and were emotionally named.

3. RORC Time Over Distance - Ian Walker

   Since 2017 Ian has been the Director of Racing for the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) and in the interview he shares his thoughts on the shape of sailing post-lockdown.

4. Clipper Round the World Race: A look back

   Bill Lyons reflects on her blog written during Leg 7 of the 2017/18 Clipper Round The World Race: "It doesn't feel like two years ago! The race was such an affecting experience that it still feels quite fresh."

5. Barton Marine supporting boaters

   Barton Marine are supporting the boating community and helping sailors get back out on the water following lockdown by providing social distancing floor stickers to yacht and sailing clubs and marine businesses around the UK and Europe free of charge.