Sailing by Davis: “Welcome back, girls! - Volvo Ocean Race” plus 8 more

Welcome back, girls! - Volvo Ocean Race
34 America´s Cup.- Primeros tests del ORACLE TEAM USA
Charlotte Kerwood: The Olympic shooter writes for Metro
Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2012.- Suave regreso a la acción.
5º Trofeo Iberdrola para IRC y J80
Sperry SeaHiker Boot with GripX3
Come See Us at the 2012 Newport Boat Show!
Campeonato de España de clases olímpicas y de Laser Radial M
Smarter sailors set to prosper

Posted: 22 Aug 2012 10:50 AM PDT

The Volvo Ocean Race will feature an all-female team for the first time since 2001-02. We look at the history of women in the race and ahead to the new team from SCA.

34 America´s Cup.- Primeros tests del ORACLE TEAM USA

Posted: 06 Sep 2012 12:01 AM PDT

Primer test de navegación del AC72 del ORACLE TEAM USA.Tras el primer día de pruebas para el primer AC72 del ORACLE TEAM USA,el barco ha regresado a la nave la base del equipo en el Muelle 80 de San Francisco. El nuevo barco, 17, fue botado en la bahía de San Francisco el pasado día 30 de agosto para comenzar las pruebas de mar. Al día siguiente, las pruebas fueron interrumpidas debido a un

Charlotte Kerwood: The Olympic shooter writes for Metro

Posted: 05 Sep 2012 10:08 PM PDT

'Time for a break after failing to make most of my shot at Olympics

For the past year, Metro has followed Charlotte Kerwood's journey to the Olympics. In her final column, the shooter insists missing out on a medal has made her more determined to stay on the path to Olympic glory.

After all the excitement of the Olympics, and my own personal battle to make it to the team, it is time for reflection and a bit of a rest.

It has been a great year but I had to work hard to get to this stage and missing out on the Olympic final has made me determined to remain in the sport and win a medal in Rio in four years.

During the Games it was easy to get distracted, the occasion can do that to you. I just think I wasn't there 100% in my head.

I saw my family as soon as I walked out to shoot and didn't properly focus. I did miss a few shots but at least I finished on a high by topping my group in the final round.

The experience I have from London and Beijing should stand me in good stead for Rio, although that seems a long way away right now.

In the meantime I need a break. I've been in the GB team for 11 years and have done almost every competition in that time. It has been great but intense at the same time. I may even take up to six months off before returning to the next Olympic cycle.

There won't be any qualification places on offer in 2013 so I won't be missing anything important.

My instinct is to go to Australia, which I love, and see friends and family and do normal things, the sort of stuff I don't normally get to do.

I know I'll miss the sport so I will be back and that determination to win a medal in Rio is strong. I also intend to do more for me and that means spending more time in Italy with my coach Marcello Dradi, who is based there.

My Olympic experience ended with a night at the closing ceremony, which was obviously amazing.

We got quite close to the front and near the stage, so it seemed like the acts were playing a gig just for us.

It was like being at a festival and a fantastic way to round off the Games. But in four years time, I'll be refreshed and in Rio, ready for more."

(Originally published in Metro)

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Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2012.- Suave regreso a la acción.

Posted: 05 Sep 2012 12:41 PM PDT

Los vencedores de hoy en las distintas clases fueron Bella Mente, Esimit Europa 2, Altair, Nilaya y Open Season.Tras la jornada en blanco de ayer, hoy la costa de Porto Cervo quiso compensar a la flota con unas agradables condiciones de navegación que permitió completar el programa previsto. La competición de la Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2012 se reinició con viento de 15-16 nudos, que permitió a los

5º Trofeo Iberdrola para IRC y J80

Posted: 05 Sep 2012 10:07 AM PDT

Los mejores regatistas vuelven al Abra en el 5º Trofeo Iberdrola.Campeones del mundo como Pichu Torcida e Ignacio Camino, y otros regatistas contrastados como Santi López Vázquez participarán este fin de semana en esta cita.La vela del más alto nivel regresa a las aguas del Abra de Getxo con el 5º Trofeo Iberdrola, que se celebra este fin de semana del 8 y 9 de septiembre. Esta prueba, que se

Sperry SeaHiker Boot with GripX3

Posted: 05 Sep 2012 09:05 AM PDT

"The Sperry SeaHiker will give you maximum traction thanks to the GripX3 Technology™ and the Adaptive Wave Siping™ that disperses water underfoot. These boots have the grip that you need whether you are using hiking straps all day or doing deck work on a bigger race boat"

What does all that mean?, you might ask.

Well this summer Sperry released their GripX3 technology paired with the SeaRacer shoes and SeaHiker Boot. As the title sponsor of the US Sailing team, Sperry used their position to get input in designing the GripX3 (Hydro-Grip) outsole during the lead up to the 2012 London Olympics. This technology Sperry claims is their "stickiest", with Adaptive Wave Siping for wet/dry traction.

Why does Sperry bill this outsole as their "Stickiest Yet"? The outsole itself is built from Hydro-Grip which is Sperry's own proprietary non-marking sole rubber compound is designed to promote traction in wet conditions.The sole is designed with an Adaptive Wave Siping tread, like your car tire the scoring into the surface is laid out move the water away from the contact area. It isn't the most flexible sole that we carry but the shape and bend were designed to promote maximum contact with the deck surface, again for traction.

The SON-R technology from Sperry found in the SeaHiker has been adapted from their paddling and mountaineering line. Kayakers often have to traverse some obstacle laden and slippery terrain to find a good place to put in for the day. By allowing your feet send information to the brain about the topography, you can balance and adjust accordingly. Not having any feel underfoot in slippery conditions is a quick way to end up swimming. Metatarsal Pods found on the SON-R insole allow the transfer of information. Sperry uses the phrase "Seeing with your feet" to describe the way the pods work. Why is this important to sailors? You essentially have a better feel on what parts of the shoe are actively gripping the deck. There are tons of angles found on the deck some are wet others are nearly dry all the time. Being able to quickly relay what parts of the shoe are engaged with the non-skid will help to maintain balance and help promote your mobility. The pods are also very cushiony and provide a nice bed for bare feet.

All in all it's a boot that features everything you could ask for from grip to fit to comfort. The combination of design, technology, and practical testing will provide the wearer with a platform to perform and one less thing to think about while on the water.

Come See Us at the 2012 Newport Boat Show!

Posted: 05 Sep 2012 08:13 AM PDT

Come visit Doyle Sailmakers at the 42nd Annual Newport International Boat Show September 13-16, 2012. Multiple waterfront facilities along America's Cup Avenue host the Show including Newport Yachting Center, Oldport Marine, Bannister's Wharf and Bowen's Wharf. All Show sites are accessible by land or by water taxi service. Be sure to stop by the Doyle [...]

Campeonato de España de clases olímpicas y de Laser Radial M

Posted: 05 Sep 2012 06:54 AM PDT

Campeonato de España 2012.

El Campeonato de España Clases Olímpicas 2012 y el Campeonato de España de la Clase Laser Radial M, se celebrará en aguas de la Ría de Arosa del 10 al 14 de Octubre de 2012, ambos inclusive, siendo organizados por el Real Club de Regatas Galicia, la Real Federación Española de Vela y la Federación Gallega de Vela, para las Clases 470 m/f, 49er, Laser Standard, Laser

Smarter sailors set to prosper

Posted: 05 Sep 2012 05:12 AM PDT

Sailing smart will be the key to success in the new one-design boat that will contest the next Volvo Ocean Race, according to the man leading the project.