Visitors to the BRP stand at this year’s PSP Southampton Boat Show, being held 11th – 20th September, will be able to find out more about the Evinrude® range of outboard engines and the latest models in the line-up.

Visit BRP's stand (DO12, Winward Hall) to discover more about the Evinrude outboard engine range, the most advanced direct-injection two-stroke outboard engines available, ranging from 25 to 300 hp.  Evinrude E-TEC® engines offer an unmatched boating experience, delivering high power and low weight for exceptional performance and efficiency.  In fact, Evinrude outboard engines require no dealer-scheduled maintenance for three years or 300 hours and all are 2010 EPA compliant.

PSP Southampton Boat Show, 11th - 20th September 2009, Stand G091

C A Clase, the UK's leading distributor of marine electronics, presents the new KVH TracPhone FB150 to the UK public for the first time. With a diameter of 10.5", the TracPhone FB150 is KVH's most compact TracPhone system to date and has been specifically designed to provide smaller yachts from 40ft with a cost-effective FleetBroadband solution.     

"The KVH TracPhone FB150 provides high-quality connections and as KVH's most compact TracPhone system to date it is easier and cheaper for yacht owners to install. The system is also ideally suited for larger boats that require lower bandwidth and a more affordable solution," comments Andrew Bush, Managing Director, C A Clase.

PSP Southampton Boat Show 2009
11th - 20th September 2009, Stand E072

Following the highly acclaimed launch of the Caudwell Axis Drive petrol engine, Southampton based UK distributor, Golden Arrow, brings the amazing Caudwell Marine diesel engine to the Southampton Boat Show.

This is the first time a single unit, high performance, super efficient diesel has been developed for the marine market and is set to become another award winner.

Record breaking yachtswoman, Dee Caffari, today (11 September) opened applications for the RYA’s 2010 Club of the Year Award at the 2009 PSP Southampton Boat Show.

Joined on the RYA stand (E039) by RYA Volunteer Development Officer Jackie Bennetts, Dee posted the first entry to the 2010 competition.

“Clubs play a key role in getting more people into our sport whether that’s windsurfing, powerboating, motor cruising or my favourite yachting! When I started out sailing my club offered me a huge amount of support and that has played a massive part in getting me to where I am now. Without that I wouldn’t have been able to achieve everything I have”, commented Dee, a member of Royal Southampton Yacht Club. 

Zodiac International, the world's longest established RIB and Inflatable manufacturer, has developed its first high performance cabin RIB for the European marketplace in collaboration with renowned Italian designer, Vittorio Garroni. The stylish new N-ZO makes its show debut at this year's PSP Southampton Boat Show.

The new N-ZO combines Zodiac's boat-building expertise and Garroni's pure lines resulting in the most sophisticated craft to be produced from the Zodiac factory to date. Designed with the ultimate in onboard comfort in mind, the 6.95 metre N-ZO features a two berth cabin that can accommodate up to five people. With a separate toilet, sink and a lockable sliding door, the N-ZO offers all the amenities of a cabin cruiser with the performance advantages of a semi-rigid boat. Two portholes and four spotlights provide plenty of light into the cabin area.

PSP Southampton Boat Show - Berth 491

Southampton, UK based Discovery Yachts, will be launching its stunning new 67 foot ocean going sailing yacht at this year's PSP Southampton Boat Show. Making its world debut at the show, the Discovery 67 has been developed to be handled effortlessly by two people whilst offering an abundance of luxurious accommodation for friends, family and comfortable crew quarters if required.

Like her smaller sister, the award-winning Discovery 55, the new 67 comes from the drawing board of the world famous naval architect Ron Holland. Elegant and comfortable, she is the perfect boat for a couple planning a world trip or simply wanting to enjoy blue-water vacations at their best.

PSP Southampton Boat Show - Stand D025 & Berth 206

This year's PSP Southampton Boat Show will sees the introduction of the latest addition to the Adventure RIB family from Avon Inflatables, the UK's leading manufacturer of RIBs and inflatable boats. As a replacement for the Adventure 450, the new 470 offers customers the same fantastic features of her predecessor, with one major difference - you get a bigger boat for the same price!

With an overall length of 4.70 metres and a 2.05 metre beam, the latest Adventure from Avon is not only longer, but wider, meaning that it now has a 9-person capacity instead of the 450's 8-person, so that even more people can enjoy the thrilling ride on this 4 x 4 of the sea.

PSP Southampton Boat Show - Stand G091

C A Clase, the UK's leading distributor of marine electronics, presents the new KVH TracPhone FB150 to the UK public for the first time. With a diameter of 10.5", the TracPhone FB150 is KVH's most compact TracPhone system to date and has been specifically designed to provide smaller yachts from 40ft with a cost-effective FleetBroadband solution.     

"The KVH TracPhone FB150 provides high-quality connections and as KVH's most compact TracPhone system to date it is easier and cheaper for yacht owners to install. The system is also ideally suited for larger boats that require lower bandwidth and a more affordable solution," comments Andrew Bush, Managing Director, C A Clase.    

The highly respected British yacht builder, Discovery Yachts is celebrating a record fifth sale in just five weeks of its hugely successful and award-winning Discovery 55 blue-water sailing yacht, completing their order book and build programme for 2010. Discovery attributes this unprecedented sales success to the Southampton Boat Show where the yacht builder is currently exhibiting the Discovery 55 and the stunning new Discovery 67, which made its world debut at the show last Friday.

Commenting, Discovery Yachts Managing Director Nigel Stuart said, “The sale of our 5th Discovery 55 in as many weeks is testament to the quality and design of these craft, which are built by a highly skilled workforce at our Marchwood production facility in Southampton. In spite of the current challenging market conditions, we are an excellent example of a true British manufacturing success story and this latest achievement continues to prove that the demand for high quality yachts remains as great as ever.”

On Show with Standard Horizon, Stand G067 at Southampton Boat Show 2009

Slim, lightweight and waterproof, with the quality and durability expected from Standard Horizon - the new HX280E is an affordable hand-held VHF radio that is very easy to use.

With all the regular features, such as dual watch and user programmable scanning functions you also have the added function of a preset key that allows direct access to no less than 10 channels.

Battery life is critical for a hand-held, so the HX280E is supplied with a 7.4volt 1650mAh Lithium-Ion battery, which can power the radio for an impressive 13 hours on a single charge (based on a 5-5-90 duty cycle at 5 watts). 

There is also an optional battery tray (FBA-40) to enable the use of AA alkaline dry-cells.

If you’re looking for ways to make your business more environmentally friendly then a good place to start would be The Green Blue conference 2009, sponsored by The Crown Estate.

Taking place at the Coin Street Centre, London on Wednesday 4 November, the conference, ‘Success and Sustainability for the UK Recreational Marine Sector’ will be looking at ways of using sustainability to drive performance and cut costs.

With a packed agenda and speakers including Sir Keith Mills, Deputy Chair, London Organising Committee for the Olympic Games 2012 and principal Team Origin; Rob Stevens, Chief Executive, British Marine Federation, Rod Carr OBE, Chief Executive, Royal Yachting Association, Tobias Parker, Chief Executive, Sustain and more, topics covered will include – Planning for climate change, How big is your footprint and The sustainability Imperative, amongst others.

On show on the Ultrasonic Antifouling stand, G004 at Southampton Boat Show 2009

Ultrasonic Antifouling is adding ‘intelligent’ switch mode technology to its Ultra system with the new Ultra 10 dual and Ultra 20 dual.

This smart recognition technology recognizes the power supply available and automatically switches to the best option, removing the possibility of the unit being accidentally switched off.

The benefit of this technology is that the Ultra system works constantly to protect your hull from fouling, so if you have a pontoon berth and you remove your shore power, the system will automatically switch to your boat’s battery supply.  Conversely, when you return to your berth, the system will automatically switch back to shore power supply.

Throughout the PSP Southampton Boat Show the RYA ran a number of competitions asking new and existing members exactly why they were members, as well as the extremely popular RYA record breaker bowline tie competition.

Norman Munnery from Blandford Forum, was deemed winner in the new member competition stating that he joined the RYA because “it’s important for boaters to support an organisation that supports them”, whilst James Bremridge from Ivybridge in Devon, who has been a member of the RYA on and off for most of his life won the existing member competition.  When asked why he was a member James said: “You represent my interests, you train me and you keep me informed”, neatly summing up the work of the RYA.

HRH the Princess Royal, President of the RYA, presented the annual RYA Community and RYA Awards at the 2009 RYA AGM yesterday (Thursday 19 November)

A total of 49 volunteer awards were presented to winners hailing from across the UK from as far afield as the Isle of Wight to Scotland.

This year, an RYA Honorary Life Membership Award was presented to Eddie Ramsden MBE for his extraordinary and unique contribution to sailing for the last 30 years. Eddie has previously worked as Chairman of the Welsh Yachting Association and is now currently serving on the RYA Paralympic Steering Group.

The PSP Southampton Boat Show, the UK’s leading outdoor social event showcasing boating, watersports and lifestyle, draws to a close today (Sunday 20 September) reporting strong attendance and increased confidence.  Since opening on 11 September, the PSP Southampton Boat Show has attracted 121,671 visitors, which is 282 more than last year.

Organiser National Boat Shows (NBS) is delighted with the success of the Show, which has hosted more than 500 exhibitors and showcased almost 1,000 boats, from 1.6 metre inflatables at £389 to 130ft motor yachts costing £10.6m. The Show has offered an important platform for the marine industry to display its quality and diversity, from power and sail boats to dinghies, deck equipment, charter holidays, sailing courses, chandlery and more.

The Royal Engineers will make history by appearing at the Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show for the first time since the Show began in 1954.

The Corps of Royal Engineers will bring an impressive collection of military boats that will be displayed both on the water and on land outside ExCeL, London, where the Show will run for 10 days from Friday 8 – Sunday 17 January.

Visitors will be treated to dramatic demonstrations of the military craft in action three times a day on the Royal Victoria dock for the duration of the Show. A Support Boat and Rigid Raider will wow crowds on the water as The Royal Engineers give insight into their lives as British soldiers who play a vital role in the effectiveness of the British Army as well as the Navy and RAF.

X Factor finalists Stacey Solomon and Olly Murs will officially open the Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show held at ExCeL London at 11:00am on Friday 8 January, kicking off 10 of the busiest days in the country’s boating calendar.
 
After catching the judges’ eyes with her soulful version of Louis Armstrong’s What A Wonderful World, Stacey went on to be the last girl standing, reaching the final three of the competition, while heart-throb Olly battled through to the grand final where he faced overall winner Joe McElderry. 
 
To kick start the New Year, Essex’s favourite new singing sensations will perform live on the Show Stage Powered by Fairline to declare the Show open, before posing for a photo call with members of the Royal Engineers.

Enhanced Club Outlook Benefits and 2009 Annual Berthing Prices Retained. Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show 2010, Stand N070.

Europe's largest marina operator, MDL Marinas recently announced details of this year's annual berthing package. Amongst many great benefits, annual berth holders (Club Outlook members) at MDL's UK based marinas will be able to enjoy significant savings on their boating expenses with Club Outlook as well as pay last year's annual berthing prices, which have been retained for the 2010/11 season (1st April 2010 to 31st March 2011).

National Boat Shows (NBS) is delighted to announce that Tullett Prebon is to continue its sponsorship of the London International Boat Show for a further three years. 

The UK-listed global inter-dealer broker (IDB), which sponsored the Show for the first time in January, has committed to being the title sponsor of the next three London Shows.  The events, from 2011 to 2013, will continue to be known as the Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show.

Andrew Williams, Managing Director of National Boat Shows said: “Tullett Prebon originally signed as title sponsor for one year however the 2010 event proved that the London Show is the ideal platform for the company to achieve its sponsorship aims.

The Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show returns to ExCeL on Friday 8 January, kicking off 10 of the busiest days in the capital’s boating calendar.

The Show is London’s leading and most established annual event showcasing boating, marine products and lifestyle.

With some 500 exhibitors showcasing power and sail boats, dinghies, engines, electronics, deck equipment, charter holidays, sailing courses and more, there’s no better way to discover the thrills of getting on the water.

Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show, 8th - 17th January 2010 Stand : SO23K

Geonav® launches its stunning new G12 Multi-Function Display (MFD) to the UK market at this years London Boat Show. As part of a completely new range of integrating marine electronics from this innovative company, the G12 MFD includes a host of exclusive features including BlueLogic(TM) User Interface, DualFuel(TM) Cartography, built-in XD Sonar and an impressive stylish, ergonomic design.

With a choice of 15" and 19" displays and the option of a frameless 19" for glass bridge integration, the G12 MFD is the centerpiece of Geonav's stylish on board navigation range.

Zodiac International, the world's longest established RIB and Inflatable manufacturer, has developed its first high performance cabin RIB for the European marketplace in collaboration with renowned Italian designer, Vittorio Garroni. Following its first UK public appearance at this year's RIBEX, the stylish new N-ZO will be making its show debut at this year's PSP Southampton Boat Show.

The new N-ZO combines Zodiac's boat-building expertise and Garroni's pure lines resulting in the most sophisticated craft to be produced from the Zodiac factory to date.

Marina Marbella, Europe’s biggest motorboat retailer, will be unveiling the world’s first Sea Ray 305 Sundancer at the 2009 Southampton International Boat Show.

Developed specifically for the European market, the 305 Sundancer is also Sea Ray’s first ever hard-top sports boat. The latest addition to the fleet combines the best features of Sea Ray’s Sports Cruiser range with the big-boat features of its Sports Yacht range.

Like other Sundancer models, the new 305 shares Sea Ray’s unmistakable arching deck line and other sporty design cues. However, over the cockpit, the new boat takes the extended radar arch seen in larger models one step further.

The Royal Ocean Racing Club is pleased to announce Sevenstar as the title sponsor of the non-stop race around Britain and Ireland to be called the ‘Sevenstar Round Britain and Ireland Race. The race will start on Monday 23rd August 2010.

Sevenstar the specialist yacht and motorboat shipping company sponsored the race in 2006. Managing Director Richard Klabbers, one of the competitors in the race, is delighted that RORC are running the race in 2010.

“The 2006 race was one of the toughest tests I have experienced in my sailing career and also one of the most fulfilling. Competitors from many different countries will face one of their hardest challenges as they compete in this non-stop adventure over many days.

Hot on the heels of news about five new models launching in the next 12 months, Fountaine Pajot – the world’s leading manufacturer of cruising catamarans – has just revealed a sixth, a top-secret sailing cat, the Lipari 41

After an extensive and covert 1,000 nautical mile sea trial by Fountaine Pajot’s own design and manufacturing team in the Irish Sea, the company has just announced the official launch of the newest addition to its sailing fleet, which will make its world debut at the 2009 Southampton International Boat Show.

World renowned Sam Davies has won the 2009 Ladies Day Trophy award at Cowes Week, the famous sailing regatta which takes place on the Isle of Wight every year. 

The award, which celebrates the achievements and contribution of women in sailing, is now in its fourth year.

Sam won this special award for her outstanding achievements as one of the world's most talented female offshore sailors.

Onboard Roxy she completed her first solo, non-stop round the world Vendée Globe race earlier this year in an incredible time of just over 95 days.

Nestling alongside the shiny new motor and sailing yachts lining the marina at this year’s PSP Southampton Boat Show will be a collection of fascinating boats, each with an amazing story to tell.  With over 350 years sailing experience between them, as well as a number of world records, this year’s line up can boast a tale or two, and features Jolie Brise, Rosenn, Steam Pinnace and science ship Callista. 

In keeping with this year’s Show theme, the marina will play host to record breaker Geoff Holt’s revolutionary boat Impossible Dream, Dame Ellen MacArthur’s yacht Scarlet Oyster, and Katie Miller’s BluQube, as well as ocean rowing boats that will take part in the toughest marine endurance event in the world this December.

Dedication’s what you need…

This September, National Boat Shows (NBS) is hoping to break several world records at the PSP Southampton Boat Show.  Between 11 – 20 September, organisers are gearing up for the world’s largest number of people to send a semaphore message, as well as attempting to break the world record for the most amount of people to take part in a speed dating event.

Andrew Williams, Managing Director of NBS, comments: “The record breaking theme of the Show ensures that visitors not only enjoy a fantastic day out, they have the chance to make history too.

We are fully committed to smashing the records and securing a place for our visitors and the Show in the Guinness World Record books!”

National Boat Shows (NBS) today announced that Tullett Prebon, the UK-listed global inter-dealer broker (IDB) has signed up as title sponsor for the 2010 London International Boat Show at ExCeL.

The contract was agreed this week between NBS Managing Director Andrew Williams and Tullett Prebon Chief Executive Terry Smith and will see the Show become known as the Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show.

Tullett Prebon can trace its origins back over 140 years to Marshall & Son, a small, family-run broker in the City of London.

Glamorous quartet Escala from Britain's Got Talent will perform at the PSP Southampton Boat Show, at the official launch of the new Sunseeker Predator 130 yacht.

Escale will play 'a number of high-octane contemporary classical tracks from their self-titled debut album' on Friday 11 September at 11.30am.

They will join Sunseeker CEO Robert Braithwaite CBE and powerboat enthusiasts Geoff Tobert and Ray Bullman, MBY's powerboating correspondent, who will cut a ribbon to officially launch the high performance motoryacht Predator 130, already acclaimed as 'star-of-the-show'.

Thirty two talented young power boaters from across the UK and Gibraltar will be hitting the water at the PSP Southampton Boat Show on Sunday (13th September) putting their skill, control and speed to the test in a race against the clock, in the hope of clinching the prestigious title of 2009 Honda RYA Youth RIB National Champion.

After a summer of regional finals where we have witnessed some extremely exciting races, this year’s final is gearing up to be a real nail-biter! 

This year for the first time the Sea Scouts held their own bespoke championship round as part of their Sea Scout 100 Jamboree which injects even more competition into the weekend’s final.

The efficient and cost-effective way to stabilise voltages abroad

On show on the Mastervolt stand, G118 at Southampton Boat Show 2009

Mastervolt, a leading manufacturer of high quality power products, has proudly introduced the DC Master, a new generation of low-cost DC-DC converters that provide stable and constant output voltages under a wide range of inputs and load conditions.

Designed to be the smallest and most efficient family of DC-DC converters on the market, the new 11-model line-up is perfect for anyone who needs a rock-steady voltage aboard, especially for powering sensitive communication or navigation equipment.

From competitions and launches, to workshops and the crowning of champions there’s plenty in store from the RYA at this years’ PSP Southampton Boat Show (11-20 September).

The week kicks off with Dee Caffari; the first woman to sail solo non-stop around the world in both directions, and Mike Golding; one of the world’s best offshore racing sailors announcing winners of The Green Blue’s photography competition, ‘The good, the bad and the funny’ (3pm on 11th Sept).  Dee will then be officially opening the 2010 RYA Club of the Year awards, which recognises clubs that are successfully promoting the sport by being forward looking, and vibrant (3pm on 11th Sept).

Luxury motor yacht manufacturer, Fairline Boats adds to its world-renowned Targa range with the introduction of the magnificent Targa 58 GRAN TURISMO, a spacious three cabin, three en-suite express cruiser with an optional fourth/crew cabin and en-suite.

A truly forward-thinking design with light and space at its core, the Targa 58 GRAN TURISMO encompasses key design trends and technological features to offer bright, open and light-filled accommodation.

The enclosed single level living and galley space can be transformed at the touch of a button as the roof glides open, the panoramic 3m side windows retract and the patio doors disappear.

If you’ve ever fancied learning how to drive a RIB, then the RYA’s free RIB handling taster sessions at this years’ RIBEX show held at Cowes Yacht Haven, 7 – 9 May will be just what you need.

Hosted by Mendez Marine and sponsored by Ribcraft, the RYA will have two Ribcraft RIBs available throughout the show, giving visitors the opportunity to get out on the water in a mini RIB handling training session.  Visitors will also have the opportunity to find out all about the courses available from the RYA and the very latest publications about RIB handling, maintenance and much more. 

Mount Gay Rum, with its rich heritage dating back to 1703 has joined forces with Cowes Week, one of the UK’s longest running and most successful sporting events. As a supporting sponsor, they will be making their presence felt throughout the Week, reaffirming the brands loyalty to the sailing fraternity at this most famous of annual sailing regattas running from 31 July to 7 August.

Sarah Pace, Assistant Brand Manager for Mount Gay Rum, comments: “We are thrilled to be associated with Cowes Week, one of the world’s oldest regattas and it is the ideal platform for us to promote Mount Gay, the world’s oldest rum.

Following a successful partnership in 2009, Cowes Week Limited and Solent Productions - a Southampton Solent University Enterprise Centre – have teamed up again for the 2010 regatta.

Media students at Southampton Solent University will gain valuable hands-on experience through the provision of television production and broadcast support to one of the most high profile events in the yachting calendar.

Alexander Tilleray from Esher, Surrey has been crowned RYA Yachtmaster® of the Year 2009 and today was presented with his award by HRH The Princess Royal at the Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show.

Alex, 27, was selected for the top award despite fierce competition from almost 2,800 Yachtmaster® candidates worldwide who qualified last year. Alex took his Yachtmaster® exam on 20 February 2009 and passed with flying colours. 

The award winner has to rise to the top from a raft of nominees who all show outstanding skills and knowledge as a skipper. Candidates were entered by the RYA’s worldwide team of Yachtmaster® examiners.

Cowes, Isle of Wight: Sunday dawned bright, warm and sunny as hundreds of competitors from the 79th edition of the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race headed for the Island Sailing Club (ISC) to the event prizegiving to be honoured with their gold and silverware spoils after a superbly successful J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race yesterday.

The race is being regarded by Organisers, Sponsors, Race Partners and the all-important 1700+ competitors as one of the most successful on record.

Last minute refinements meant that the cutting-edge 2500 VX Vector Series Fishing Boat was transported by the leader in global logistics, Peters & May, via air, road and sea to Southampton in advance of the Show.

The 25 foot boat arrived in the UK within just three days of departing the US factory, travelling over 5,000 miles.

Louise Cowley of Mastercraft & Hydra-Sports comments, "it was paramount for the 2500 VX to reach the show in Southampton quickly and in pristine condition and Peters & May provided a completely effective solution to a highly demanding challenge".

The Green Blue’s annual conference held yesterday (04 November) has been heralded a huge success with delegates discovering how to make their businesses and clubs more environmentally friendly and save money in the process.

The Green Blue, a joint RYA and BMF initiative, hosted the conference entitled ‘Success and Sustainability for the UK Recreational Marine Sector’ which looked at ways to use sustainability to drive performance and cut costs.

Seventy-five representatives from marine businesses and sailing clubs from across the country and as far as the Netherlands turned up to the event which was held at an appropriately environmentally friendly venue, Coin Street Neighbourhood Centre in London.

The shore-side programme for Cowes Week 2010 is set to provide the perfect complement to a packed racing schedule and guarantee the usual vibrant, festival atmosphere ashore for which Cowes Week is so well known.

Fireworks

Cowes Week Limited (CWL) is delighted to confirm that the spectacular annual Cowes Week fireworks display has been secured for 2010 thanks to a generous anonymous donor. The display will take place on Friday 6 August at 21:30.

C A Clase, the UK's leading distributor of marine electronics, presents the new MB Quart WR1-USB AM/FM Media Receiver at this year's PSP Southampton Boat Show for the first time. The WR1-USB accommodates an extensive range of media inputs into one compact and stylish unit, enabling users to source music from a variety of media devices whilst onboard.

The versatile MB Quart WR1-USB features AM/FM radio as well as USB, SD and PA inputs and is compatible with MP3 and WMA media formats. The system is Apple iPod-ready and incorporates a full text display, enabling boaters to control the iPod from the deck with use of the optional cable.

Zodiac Marine & Pool, the distributor for the Avon, Zodiac and Bombard Brands of RIBs and inflatable boats is preparing itself for a busy 2010 with ZMP dealers across the country hosting a range of events that will demonstrate a wide range of craft and boat packages available for the forthcoming season.

Wills Marine, based in Kingsbridge, Devon will be holding the annual Kingsbridge Boat Show on Saturday  3rd April from 10am - 4pm. A range of Zodiac RIBs and Inflatable's will be on display with potential customers getting the chance to test drive the boats before they buy. Further information on the Kingsbridge Boat Show and Wills Marine can be found at www.willsmarine.co.uk

Thirty two talented young powerboaters from across the UK and Gibraltar will be hitting the water at the PSP Southampton Boat Show on Sunday (12th September) putting their skill, control and speed to the test in a race against the clock, in the hope of clinching the prestigious title of 2010 Honda RYA Youth RIB National Champion.

After a summer of regional finals, we have witnessed some fantastic skills from competitors  and some extremely exciting races with many close finishes so this year’s final is gearing up to be a real nail-biter! 

To celebrate the launch of the all new RYA Sail Trim Handbook – for Cruisers, the book’s author and expert in the art of sail trimming, Rob Gibson, will provide one lucky reader and guest with a one-day training course courtesy of Poole Sailing Ltd.

The special one off training session will go hand in hand with all the advice and techniques Rob outlines in his new book which is designed specifically with the cruising yachtsman in mind. 

An excellent choice for any novice sail trimmer with it’s easy to follow illustrations and entertaining manner, it’s crammed full of useful tips and pointers on this fundamental element of good seamanship, enabling better balance, easier handling and a more comfortable sail.

‘The Heart of the Regatta’ and longest running RSL station in the UK

Streaming now!  With memorable material stretching back over the years, Cowes Radio is already streaming on the Internet. “With over a million minutes downloaded last Cowes Week, and the explosion of audio visual media content on the Internet this decade, I’m confident we’ll see that record truly smashed!” commented Steve Ancsell, the “Godfather’ of Cowes Radio.

Cowes Radio celebrates 25 years at the worlds’ greatest regatta, Cowes Week, and goes on air this Friday on 87.7FM as the longest running RSL station in the UK. 

The London International Boat Show returns to ExCeL today, Friday 9 January 2009, to celebrate 55 years of bringing the best of boating to the nation’s capital.

The Show was officially launched at 11.00am today by model, actress and TV presenter Kelly Brook.

On declaring the Show open, Kelly said: “It’s a great privilege to be here today and to open the London International Boat Show. There is something for everyone at the Show this year, whether you’re a sailing novice or seasoned enthusiast the Boat Show promises a fantastic day out, I would strongly recommend a visit!”