Since April the Challenger 3 crew have been training, taking courses and bonding into a tight unit ready to take on next week’s adventure in the Rolex Fastnet Race. For the sailing followers and armchair admirals once the start is over the race continues online as...
First time competitor – Challenger 3 crew member Caroline Padbury’s sailing story
Although I've grown-up on sailing boats I have never competed, trained or qualified for anything. In recent years, I haven't had the opportunity to do as much as I would like, so I have signed-up for the Challenger 3 crew in the 2013 Rolex Fastnet to reintroduce into...
From Bathtub to Fastnet – Challenger 3 crew member Rod Brassington’s sailing story
'I’ve always loved the sea, water and things that float. I remember having wind-up motorboats in the bath as a boy and sailing the tiny wooden yachts (the little wooden hull with two small sails) across the boating/paddling pools on holidays. Learning to sail dinghies...
Upcoming Sailing Events for 2013
It’s a packed calendar for sailing and boating enthusiasts this year, with a multitude of events coming up. Here’s a glimpse into the months ahead: Cowes Week (3rd – 10th August) Pretty much the biggest event in the UK sailing calendar, the Cowes Week regatta...
