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It is closely linked to advances in yacht design, sailing technique, and safety equipment<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> 1<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4685\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8053-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8053-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690016549&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.03030303030303&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8053.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8053-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8053-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8053-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4685\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8053-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8053-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8053-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8053-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8053-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Swag at the start of Fastnet in Cowes included shirts with the boats participating listed. An iron on logo was added to each shirt. One signified participant, one spectator or press, and a third iron on patch for the new Fastnet double handed class participants.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The race has been sponsored by Rolex since 2001, and the prize is known as the Fastnet Challenge Cup<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>. The old race course covers a distance of approximately 605 nautical miles, starting in Cowes on the Isle of Wight and finishing in Plymouth<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The&nbsp;Fastnet Race&nbsp;has been held&nbsp;since 1925<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The&nbsp;race has been&nbsp;highly influential&nbsp;in the growth&nbsp;of offshore racing&nbsp;and remains closely&nbsp;linked to advances&nbsp;in yacht design, sailing technique, and safety equipment<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The race&nbsp;has been sponsored&nbsp;by Rolex since&nbsp;2001, and the&nbsp;prize is known&nbsp;as the Fastnet Challenge&nbsp;Cup<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The USA boats that have been in the Fastnet race include Volvo 70 Wizard, which won the race in 2019 under IRC corrected time<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail-world.com\/news\/220723\/US-Rolex-Fastnet-Race-winner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The&nbsp;Royal Ocean Racing&nbsp;Club (RORC) is&nbsp;the organizing&nbsp;authority for&nbsp;the Fastnet Race, and many yacht&nbsp;clubs are represented&nbsp;during the race<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The boat with&nbsp;the fastest time&nbsp;for the Fastnet is the ClubSwan 125 &#8211; Skorpios, owned&nbsp;by Dmitry Rybolovlev, which&nbsp;won the race&nbsp;in 2021 with&nbsp;a time of 2 days, 8 hours, 33 minutes, and 55 seconds<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/follow\/general-info\/history-spectators\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4711\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8222-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8222-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690199347&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;80&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.058823529411765&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8222.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8222-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8222-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8222-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"gg\u201d class=\" class=\"wp-image-4711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8222-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8222-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8222-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8222-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8222-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cherbourg honored USA sailors with this poster. French sailors usually win the Fastnet Challenge Trophy, which is awarded only to monohull hulls rated under IRC.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is noteworthy about the Fastnet Race? How many times has it been held? How did it influence boat design? What are the USA boats that have been in the Fastnet race? Have any USA boats won the Fastnet? Which yacht clubs are most represented during the Fastnet race? Over the years are there any boats that have raced the Fastnet more then once and what are their nations of origin and yacht clubs? What person from the USA has won the most Fastnet races? What person (any country) has won the Fastnet the most times? What boat has the fastest time for the Fastnet?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Fastnet Race is a biennial offshore yacht race organized by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) of the United Kingdom. Here are some noteworthy facts about the Fastnet Race:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The race takes place every two years over a course of 608 nautical miles (1,126 km), starting off Cowes on the Isle of Wight on the south coast of England at the Royal Yacht Squadron<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The race follows the southern coastline of England westward down the English Channel before rounding Land&#8217;s End. After crossing the Celtic Sea, the race rounds the Fastnet Rock off the southwest coast of Ireland<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Fastnet Race is one of the world&#8217;s most challenging offshore yacht races, known for its unpredictable weather conditions and rough seas<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/full-for-fastnet-race\/\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The race attracts yachts from around the world, with crews from all walks of life<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/afloat.ie\/sail\/events\/fastnet-race\/item\/51422-fastnet-race-2021-world-s-biggest-offshore-yacht-race-heads-for-ireland-s-famous-rock\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Fastnet Race has influenced boat design over the years, with designers and sailors constantly seeking ways to improve the performance and safety of their boats in the challenging conditions of the race<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/full-for-fastnet-race\/\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The USA boats that have participated in the Fastnet Race include Wizard, a Volvo 70 skippered by American David Askew, and Rambler 88, a maxi yacht owned by American George David<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail-world.com\/news\/220713\/Wizards-Fastnet-win-creates-sailing-history\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingscuttlebutt.com\/2021\/07\/27\/class40-big-fleet-at-fastnet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The yacht clubs that are most represented during the Fastnet Race include the Royal Ocean Racing Club, the Royal Yacht Squadron, The Royal Thames Yacht Club and the Royal Western Yacht Club<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over the years, many boats have raced the Fastnet more than once, including boats from the UK, France, and the USA<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For a summary of the 2023 race see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/news\/1323-a-worthy-50th-rolex-fastnet-race\">A Worthy 50th Rolex Fastnet Race<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What are the different categories of boats that participate in the Fastnet Race<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"5227\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0499-1-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0499-1-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690030868&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0012642225031606&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0499-1.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0499-1-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0499-1-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0499-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0499-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0499-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0499-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0499-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0499-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"btn-view-boat cursor-pointer\" href=\"\">BANQUE POPULAIRE<\/a> FRA11 Skipper\/s<br \/>ARMEL LE CL\u00c9AC&#8217;H boat type ULTIM She finished an hour behind SVR LAZARTIGUE who set a Multihull Elapsed Time Record of 1d 8h 38m<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Different categories of boats participate in the Fastnet Race. Here are some of the categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IRC Class: The majority of boats in the Fastnet Race participate in the IRC (International Rating Certificate) class. This class is  based on a handicap system that takes into account various factors such as boat length, sail area, and stability. Only IRC boats are eligible for the overall trophy &#8211; The Fastnet Challenge Trophy. IRC class is broken down into 4 categories and sometimes into subgroups within those categories.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Class 40: The Class 40 category is a specific class for boats that meet the Class 40 rules. These boats are designed for short-handed offshore racing and have specific size and design requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IMOCA 60: The IMOCA 60 class is for boats that meet the rules set by the International Monohull Open Class Association. These boats are high-performance, single-handed or double-handed offshore racing yachts. 29 IMOC 60s raced in the 2023 race.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Volvo Ocean 65: The Volvo Ocean 65 class consists of boats that were used in the Volvo Ocean Race, a round-the-world yacht race. These boats are designed for long-distance offshore racing with a full crew.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multihull Grand Prix: The Multihull Grand Prix class includes boats, which have multiple hulls. These boats can range from smaller catamarans to larger trimarans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MOCRA Multihulls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ultim 32\/23: two entries in 2023<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the specific categories and classes may vary from year to year, depending on the entries and race organizers&#8217; decisions<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/17-incredible-facts-66903\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>. The Fastnet Race is organized in accordance with Category 2 of the World Sailing Special Regulations with RORC Prescriptions<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/40-competitors\/race-documents\/guide\/484-a-guide-for-entrants-complete-version\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4802\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8288-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8288-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690203575&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00017699115044248&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8288.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8288-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8288-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8288-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8288-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8288-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8288-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8288-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8288-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">MYNX IRL8882 Kenneth Cunnane raced a Swan 46. There were 100 boats in IRC category 1. MYNX Retired from Fastnet 2023.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What are the requirements for boats to participate in the Fastnet Race<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To participate in the Fastnet Race, boats must meet certain requirements. Here are some of the requirements based on the available search results:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"5230\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0462-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0462-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690029817&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00068119891008174&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0462.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0462-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0462-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0462-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0462-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0462-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0462-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0462-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0462-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">HUBLOT is a Hugo Boss IMOCA 60. She finished 17th in the Fastnet 2023 out of 29 entries. Alan Rona completed a Mini Transat. His co skipper is Simon Koster, also a Mini 6.5 meter Trans Atlantic racer. The Fastnet does not allow vessels under 30 feet. These sailors crossed the Atlantic single handed in boats measuring 22 feet.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Completion of the race: To be eligible for the Fastnet Rock Rounding Trophies, boats must have completed the race and complied with the sailing instructions<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/downloads\/2021_docs\/rorc_fastnet_sailing_instructions_web.pdf\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum experience: The minimum experience requirement is 300 nautical miles of RORC offshore racing on the boat entered into the race, completed by a minimum of 50% of the crew<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/downloads\/2021_docs\/2021_rolex_fastnet_race_notice_of_race.pdf\">2<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/40-competitors\/race-documents\/guide\/485-a-guide-for-entrants-previous-experience\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boat design: Boats must meet certain design requirements, including STIX minimum 32, AVS minimum 130-0.002*m (m is the boat&#8217;s minimum sailing weight), and SSS minimum 28 (if STIX\/AVS not present and not required &#8211; boats with)<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/40-competitors\/race-documents\/guide\/484-a-guide-for-entrants-complete-version\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety equipment: Boats must carry certain safety equipment, including life rafts, life jackets, and flares<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/competitors\/race-documents\/race-documents\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"5233\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0515-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0515-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690031703&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0011441647597254&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0515.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0515-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0515-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0515-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0515-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0515-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0515-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0515-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0515-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The new Charal has some pretty radical features. She has significant volume in the bow, as with many other IMOCA 60 launches trending towards more scow-like bows. But where she is truly radical is in the rudder assembly, with the twin rudders in an inverted \u2018v\u2019 shape.<br \/>In theory this should help with the boat\u2019s stability while foiling. See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/fastnet-race-2023-stacked-imoca-fleet-set-to-entertain-147020\">Yachting World<\/a> Jeremie Beyou and Franck Cammas are on Charal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Sam Goodchild will certainly be one to watch in the Fastnet Race, he\u2019s one of the two skippers in TR Racing team, alongside Thomas Ruyant. His IMOCA <em>For the Planet<\/em> is the ex-<em>LinkedOut<\/em>, on which Ruyant saw a great deal of success, most recently winning the Route du Rhum race in 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alongside co-skipper \u2013 and co-designer of <em>For People<\/em> \u2013 Antoine Koch, Goodchild\u2019s first race in his new IMOCA was impressive with a third place in the Guyader Bermudes 1000 Race behind Ruyant and Beyou. <\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/fastnet-race-2023-stacked-imoca-fleet-set-to-entertain-147020\">Yachting World<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the specific requirements may vary from year to year, depending on the entries and race organizers&#8217; decisions<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/downloads\/2021_docs\/rorc_fastnet_sailing_instructions_web.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4803\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8281-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8281-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690203440&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00032299741602067&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8281.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8281-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8281-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8281-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8281-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8281-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8281-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8281-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8281-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">LEU GER6009 Thierry Deseine raced th\u00e9 Fastnet In th\u00e9 early 2010. She returns from Mediterranean racing and represents Yacht Club de France. Built In 2008 In Bremen Germany, she Retired from Fastnet in 2023<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is the STIX and AVS mentioned in the boat requirements for the Fastnet Race<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4695\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0483-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690030422&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;5.7&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;50&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.000125&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0483.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"btn-view-boat cursor-pointer\" href=\"\">LODIGROUP<\/a> FRA82 Skipper\/LO\u00cfC ESCOFFIER raced 15 in the MOCRA Multihulls class and finished 3rd. Half of the boats in this class retired in the 2023 Fastnet. LODIGROUP place 3rd.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>STIX and AVS are two stability indices used to determine the safety of a boat. Here is some information about each index:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>STIX: STIX stands for Stability Index. It is a measure of a boat&#8217;s ability to resist capsizing. The STIX value is calculated based on the boat&#8217;s weight, beam, and ballast, among other factors. The minimum STIX requirement for the Fastnet Race is 32<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/40-competitors\/race-documents\/guide\/484-a-guide-for-entrants-complete-version\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AVS: AVS stands for Angle of Vanishing Stability. It is the angle at which a boat will capsize if it is heeled over too far. The AVS value is calculated based on the boat&#8217;s weight, beam, and sail area, among other factors. The minimum AVS requirement for the Fastnet Race is 130-0.002*m (m is the boat&#8217;s minimum sailing weight)<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/40-competitors\/race-documents\/guide\/484-a-guide-for-entrants-complete-version\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"5235\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0466-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0466-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690029949&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;5.7&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;50&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;8.7997184090109E-5&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0466.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0466-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0466-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0466-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0466-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0466-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0466-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0466-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0466-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><mark style=\"color: #000000; background-color: rgba(0,0,0,0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-black-color\">Benjamin Ferre FRA30 IMOCA 60. To support a mast that rotates, the IMOCA 60 boats extend spars from the decks for attaching running rigging that goes over the top of the mast. MONNOYER DUO FOR A JOB finished in 2 days and 12 hours on corrected time. 27 of 29 IMOCA 60s finished the Fastnet 2023.<\/mark><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Both STIX and AVS are important factors in determining a boat&#8217;s safety in offshore racing. It&#8217;s important to note that the specific requirements may vary from race to race, depending on the race organizers&#8217; decisions<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/40-competitors\/race-documents\/guide\/484-a-guide-for-entrants-complete-version\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/krakenyachts.com\/understanding-yacht-design-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How is the STIX calculated for a boat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Calculating the STIX value for a boat is a complex process that takes into account various factors. Here are some of the factors that are considered when calculating the STIX value:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Length: The length of the boat is a key factor in determining its STIX value. Generally, the longer the boat, the higher the STIX value<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.performanceboating.com.au\/yacht-stability-what-is-stix\/\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Displacement: The weight of the boat is also an important factor in determining its STIX value. Heavier boats tend to have higher STIX values<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/wavetrain.net\/2013\/05\/16\/modern-sailboat-design-quantifying-stability\/\">3<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beam: The beam, or width, of the boat is another factor that is considered when calculating the STIX value. Wider boats tend to have higher STIX values<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.performanceboating.com.au\/yacht-stability-what-is-stix\/\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sail area: The sail area of the boat is also taken into account when calculating the STIX value. Boats with larger sail areas tend to have higher STIX values<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/engineering\/sail-area\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to recover from inversion unaided: This factor refers to the boat&#8217;s ability to right itself if it capsizes. Boats that can recover from inversion unaided tend to have higher STIX values<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/engineering\/sail-area\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to recover from flooding: This factor refers to the boat&#8217;s ability to recover from flooding. Boats that can recover from flooding tend to have higher STIX values<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/engineering\/sail-area\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The STIX value is calculated using a formula that takes into account these and other factors. The specific formula may vary depending on the organization or standard used to calculate the STIX value<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatdesign.net\/threads\/sailing-boats-stability-stix-and-old-ratios.13569\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"http:\/\/jsaf-anzen.jp\/pdf\/ISO_12217-2_2013(E)-Character_PDF_document.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/forums.sailinganarchy.com\/threads\/orr-stability-index.118735\/page-3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" data-attachment-id=\"5247\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0442-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0442-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1536\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690029251&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;5.7&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;50&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00014300014300014&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0442.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0442-300x180.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0442-1024x614.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0442-1024x614.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0442-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0442-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0442-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0442-1536x922.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0442-2048x1229.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u201cLaunched in 2015 as <em>Banque Populaire<\/em>, the new <em>Medallia<\/em> comes with an impressive history. It was one of the first generation of yachts that were built specifically to foil, and it won the Vend\u00e9e Globe for Armel Le Cl\u00e9ac\u2019h in 2016, setting an unbroken course record of 74 days.<br \/>However, development has moved on significantly since the boat was launched but <em>Medallia<\/em> has just undergone a substantial refit with new, bigger foils added requiring significant structural alterations and the bow has been reworked into a more modern, higher volume configuration too.\u201d See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/fastnet-race-2023-stacked-imoca-fleet-set-to-entertain-147020\">Yachting World<\/a> Medallia finished 27 on corrected time but this result is under review. Pip Hare is the skipper of this IMOCA 60<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do IMOCA 60 boats in the Fastnet have foils? What IMOCA 60 boats have participated?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMOCA 60 boats that have participated in the Fastnet Race have foils. The introduction of foils has revolutionized the IMOCA 60 class, and many of the newer boats are designed with foils. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4697\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0553-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0553.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1534,1534\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690032688&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00091240875912409&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0553.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0553-300x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0553-1024x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0553-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0553-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0553-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0553-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0553-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0553-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0553.jpg 1534w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"btn-view-boat cursor-pointer\" href=\"\">KITE<\/a> USA144 Skipper\/GREG LEONARD Class 40. Kite finished 9 out of 21 boats with 4 Retired in Fastnet 2023<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the 2019 Rolex Fastnet Race, there was a &#8220;giant&#8221; turnout of IMOCA 60 boats, including some older foil-assisted boats like Bureau Vall\u00e9e 2, formerly the 2016 Vend\u00e9e Globe winner Banque Populaire, now skippered by Louis Burton<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/videos\/895-giant-imoca-60-turn-out-for-2019-rolex-fastnet-race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4821\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8453-jpg-2\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8453-1-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690382693&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;25&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00020798668885191&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8453.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8453-1-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8453-1-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8453-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4821\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8453-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8453-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8453-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8453-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8453-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Charal, a newer IMOCA 60 boat with foils, won the IMOCA sprint of the Fastnet Race in 2019<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingscuttlebutt.com\/2019\/08\/05\/charal-wins-imoca-sprint-of-fastnet-race\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>. She finished 12 (under review) in 2023. The majority of the 60-footers in the Fastnet Race are foil-born flying machines, and many of them were on the start line of the Rolex Fastnet Race in July 2023<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.imoca.org\/en\/news\/news\/world-s-leading-offshore-racing-class-heads-for-the-rolex-fastnet-race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/fastnet-race-2023-stacked-imoca-fleet-set-to-entertain-147020\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4816\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8454-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8454-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690382710&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00019798059790141&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8454.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8454-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8454-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8454-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4816\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8454-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8454-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8454-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8454-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8454-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Montana GER7847 Skipper Markus Bocks  This boat is a Swan 48 designed by Sparkman and Stephens from RORC. She is IRC rated at 0.987. She retired from IRC Three where 44 of the 81 boats did complete the Fastnet 2023. Unruly was in her division. LES P\u2019TTTS DOUS EN DUO finished 1st in the division in 4d 15h 51m.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What are the advantages and disadvantages of using foils in IMOCA 60 boats<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4698\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0544-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2551,1913\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690032621&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00085689802913453&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0544.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"btn-view-boat cursor-pointer\" href=\"\">LA BOULANGERE BIO<\/a> FRA170 <br \/>Skipper\/AM\u00c9LIE GRASSI Class 40 Finishing 5th out of 21 with 4 retired in 2023.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Advantages of using foils in IMOCA 60 boats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Increased speed: Foils can lift the boat out of the water, reducing drag and increasing speed<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/features\/why-do-the-new-vendee-globe-imoca-60-yachts-have-foils-100185\">3<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"http:\/\/www.sailingscuttlebutt.com\/2015\/09\/25\/how-lifting-foils-will-help-the-imoca-60\/\">5<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwoodenboat.com\/stability-and-foils-on-imoca-sailboats\/\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved performance in light winds: Foils can generate lift even in light winds, allowing the boat to maintain speed and momentum<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/yachtracing.life\/vendee-globe-pre-race-analysis-from-imoca-60-expert-ryan-breymaier\/\">1<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwoodenboat.com\/stability-and-foils-on-imoca-sailboats\/\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Better stability: Foils can improve the boat&#8217;s stability by reducing heeling and pitching<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/yachtracing.life\/vendee-globe-pre-race-analysis-from-imoca-60-expert-ryan-breymaier\/\">1<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwoodenboat.com\/stability-and-foils-on-imoca-sailboats\/\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More efficient use of wind power: Foils can help the boat sail closer to the wind, allowing it to make better use of the available wind power<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"http:\/\/www.sailingscuttlebutt.com\/2015\/09\/25\/how-lifting-foils-will-help-the-imoca-60\/\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Disadvantages of using foils in IMOCA 60 boats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Increased complexity: Foils add complexity to the boat&#8217;s design and require additional maintenance and upkeep<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwoodenboat.com\/stability-and-foils-on-imoca-sailboats\/\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Higher cost: Foils can be expensive to design, build, and maintain, making them less accessible to some sailors and teams<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/features\/why-do-the-new-vendee-globe-imoca-60-yachts-have-foils-100185\">3<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwoodenboat.com\/stability-and-foils-on-imoca-sailboats\/\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increased risk of damage: Foils are vulnerable to damage from debris in the water or collisions with other boats, which can be costly to repair<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwoodenboat.com\/stability-and-foils-on-imoca-sailboats\/\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced performance in heavy seas: Foils can be less effective in heavy seas, where the boat may be more likely to pitch and roll<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.modernwoodenboat.com\/stability-and-foils-on-imoca-sailboats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4699\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0516-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0516-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1919\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690031707&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0013755158184319&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0516.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0516-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0516-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0516-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0516-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0516-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0516-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0516-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0516-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"btn-view-boat cursor-pointer\" href=\"\">LA MIE C\u00c2LINE<\/a> FRA14 Skipper\/LA MIE C\u00c2LINE IMOCA 60. Finished 13th in IMOCA class. Medallia (former Banquet Populaire) skippered by Pip Hare retired.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the advantages and disadvantages of using foils may vary depending on the specific design of the boat and the conditions in which it is sailing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What are the different types of foils used in IMOCA 60 boats<\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4703\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0444-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0444.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2466,2466\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690029271&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;5.7&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;50&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0001059995760017&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0444.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0444-300x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0444-1024x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0444-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0444-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0444-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0444-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0444-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0444-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0444-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0444-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pip Hare GBR77 IMOCA 60  raced Medallia. In 2013, for the Shackleton Epic Expedition, Pip Hare skippered the voyage across the Southern Ocean from Antarctica to South Georgia, on a 23-foot rowing boat.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are different types of foils used in IMOCA 60 boats. Here are some of the types of foils:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Charlie Dalin has been the standout star in the IMOCA fleet in recent years. He was the <a class=\"hawk-link-parsed\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/events-2\/vendee-globe-finish-129677\">winner of the last Vend\u00e9e Globe on the water<\/a> \u2013 but came home second after <a class=\"hawk-link-parsed\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/vendee-globe\/vendee-globe-winner-yannick-bestaven-takes-1st-after-redress-129742\">Yannick Bestaven was awarded redress<\/a> for the time he lost assisting in the rescue of <a class=\"hawk-link-parsed\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/vendee-globe\/vendee-rescue-kevin-escoffier-on-his-sinking-and-recovery-129901\">Kevin Escoffier<\/a> earlier in the race.<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/fastnet-race-2023-stacked-imoca-fleet-set-to-entertain-147020\">Yachting World<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Curved-circular foils: These foils are optimized for downwind VMG (velocity made good) and are designed to generate lift and reduce drag in these conditions<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/top-yachtdesign.com\/the-new-imoca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>. They may not be good on other points of sail.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All-around foils: These foils are designed to be more versatile and effective in a range of conditions. They typically have a vertical tip and are designed to generate lift and reduce drag in a variety of wind angles and speeds<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/top-yachtdesign.com\/the-new-imoca\/\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Daggerboards: Daggerboards are long, narrow foils that are inserted into the hull of the boat. They are typically used to provide lateral resistance and stability, but can also generate lift in certain conditions<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.owenclarkedesign.com\/daggerboard-foil-evaluation-for-an-imoca-60-design\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Canting keels: Canting keels are keels that can be tilted to one side or the other. They are typically used to provide lateral resistance and stability, but can also generate lift in certain conditions<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.owenclarkedesign.com\/daggerboard-foil-evaluation-for-an-imoca-60-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>. Lucky has a canting keel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Asymmetric daggerboards: Asymmetric daggerboards are daggerboards that are designed to be fitted to the hull in different orientations. They can be used to generate lift and reduce drag in a variety of wind angles and speeds<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.owenclarkedesign.com\/daggerboard-foil-evaluation-for-an-imoca-60-design\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rudder foils: Rudder foils are foils that are attached to the rudder of the boat. They are typically used to provide additional lift and reduce drag, improving the boat&#8217;s performance<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/watch?v=B0X1hOUPKGc\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"754\" data-attachment-id=\"4707\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0546-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0546-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1884\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690032634&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00079176563737134&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0546.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0546-300x221.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0546-1024x754.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0546-1024x754.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0546-1024x754.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0546-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0546-768x565.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0546-1536x1131.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0546-2048x1507.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><br \/>ZEISS &#8211; WEEECYCLING FRA172 Skipper\/THIMOT\u00c9 POLET<br \/>Boat Type Class 40; 16 boats completed Fastnet 2023 in the Class 40 with 4 retiring. ZEISS was 11th. Everial (to the left in this photo) finished first with a time of 3d 22h and 2m.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the specific types of foils used in IMOCA 60 boats may vary depending on the design of the boat and the preferences of the sailors and teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can the foils on an IMOCA 60 boat be adjusted during a race<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4817\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8466-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8466-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690383157&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00026102845210128&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8466.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8466-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8466-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8466-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4817\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8466-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8466-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8466-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8466-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8466-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Reverse V rudder foils are thought to improve steerage by stabilizing the vessel. This comes at the cost of the lift created by horizontally oriented rudders. We have horizontal rudders on our Macgregor 26X and appreciate that lift.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The foils on an IMOCA 60 boat cannot be adjusted during a race. The incidence of the foil is fixed and cannot be dynamically adjusted while racing<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingscuttlebutt.com\/2015\/09\/25\/how-lifting-foils-will-help-the-imoca-60\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>. However, the rake of the foils can be changed through five degrees of rotation, and they can be extended in and out of the hull<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.11thhourracingteam.org\/news\/building-imoca-60-11-2-part-2-the-design-solutions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>. These adjustments are typically made before or after a race, during maintenance or preparation periods. The foils are designed to provide lift and reduce drag in specific wind angles and speeds, and their fixed incidence is optimized for these conditions<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/yachtracing.life\/vendee-globe-pre-race-analysis-from-imoca-60-expert-ryan-breymaier\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingscuttlebutt.com\/2015\/09\/25\/how-lifting-foils-will-help-the-imoca-60\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/top-yachtdesign.com\/the-new-imoca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4708\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0550-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0550-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690032656&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00079176563737134&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0550.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0550-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0550-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0550-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4708\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0550-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0550-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0550-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0550-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0550-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Class40 Dekuple William Mathelin finished 2nd in class. EDENRED &#8211; ENJOY RACING FRA165 finished 10th (review). IBSA SU186 finished 8th. EVERIAL FRA177 won the Fastnet Class40 division with a time of 3d 10h 22m. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How do sailors adjust the foils on an IMOCA 60 boat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4826\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8407-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8407-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690368828&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00035498757543486&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8407.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8407-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8407-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8407-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4826\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8407-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8407-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8407-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8407-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8407-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">While sailing, the leeward rudder foil is down. While sailing, if both rudder foils are down then expect the boat to tack. You might lift both rudder foils when using the head sail to steer. Foils are significant contributors to drag unless they contribute to lifting the hull. This IMOCA 60 finished 20th in the class. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The adjustment of foils on an IMOCA 60 boat can vary depending on the specific design and configuration of the boat. Here are some insights into how sailors may adjust the foils:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rake adjustment: Some newer generation foils on IMOCA 60 boats have adjustable rake. This means that the angle of the foil relative to the boat&#8217;s hull can be altered using bearings fore and aft<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/extraordinary-boats\/charal-radical-imoca-60-foiling-122323\">4<\/a>.Adjusting the rake can impact the lift and drag characteristics of the foil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extension and retraction: Foils on an IMOCA 60 boat can be extended or retracted from the hull. This allows sailors to optimize the foil length based on the prevailing conditions and desired performance<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/extraordinary-boats\/charal-radical-imoca-60-foiling-122323\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Daggerboard adjustments: IMOCA 60 boats may have asymmetrical daggerboards that can be designed to be fitted to the hull in different orientations<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.owenclarkedesign.com\/daggerboard-foil-evaluation-for-an-imoca-60-design\">5<\/a>.&nbsp;Adjusting the orientation of the daggerboards can impact the lift and drag forces generated by the foils.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4701\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0483-1-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690030422&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;5.7&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;50&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.000125&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0483-1.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0483-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"btn-view-boat cursor-pointer\" href=\"\">LODIGROUP<\/a> FRA82 Skipper\/LO\u00cfC   ESCOFFIER MOCRA Multihull Class.  The dagger board is up on the windward side to reduce drag. Extended foils prevent the boat from being blown sideways by the wind. Sometimes it is desirable to be blow a bit sideways because the sails can be filled for speed. This is why instrumentation showing VMG is important for winning races.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the specific methods of adjusting foils can vary between different boats and designs. Sailors and teams may have their own unique approaches to foil adjustment based on their experience and performance goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4774\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8333-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8333-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690299170&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.6&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00076219512195122&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8333.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8333-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8333-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8333-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4774\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8333-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8333-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8333-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8333-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8333-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 3 of 5 boats in the Ocean Fifty Class that finished. The sea state at the start of Fastnet in 2023 disadvantaged multihulls. RORC started them early before the wind opposed the tide when the conditions for multihulls were even less favorable for them. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What are the bearings used to adjust the rake of the foils on an IMOCA 60 boat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bearings used to adjust the rake of the foils on an IMOCA 60 boat are located fore and aft of the foil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4827\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8409-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8409-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690368886&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.6&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0015360983102919&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8409.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8409-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8409-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8409-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4827\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8409-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8409-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8409-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8409-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8409-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Note that these lifting foils have skegs. The skegs are small fixed fin keel like appendages often added to boats with oars to improve movement in a straight line (tracking). GENTOO GBR88 finished the Fastnet 2023 in 3d 10h 20m. She was 24th of 29 IMOCA 60 race boats with 3 retired.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These bearings allow the angle of the foil relative to the boat&#8217;s hull to be altered, which can impact the lift and drag characteristics of the foil<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/extraordinary-boats\/charal-radical-imoca-60-foiling-122323\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>. The specific type of bearings used may vary depending on the design of the boat and the preferences of the sailors and teams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4775\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8181-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8181-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690190187&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00079428117553614&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8181.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8181-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8181-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8181-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4775\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8181-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8181-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8181-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8181-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8181-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">FOR PEOPLE FR59 Thomas Ruyant IMOCA 60 was one of 2 to retire in the Fastnet IMOCA 60 class. 26 finished. When \u201cflying\u201d these boats squat down at the stern with bows quit high. This is very different than America\u2019s Cup foiling monohulls and is owing to class rules regarding rudders.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the rake adjustment is just one of the ways that sailors can adjust the foils on an IMOCA 60 boat, and the specific methods of adjustment can vary between different boats and designs<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatdesign.net\/threads\/2015-imoca-60-foil-assist.52338\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.owenclarkedesign.com\/daggerboard-foil-evaluation-for-an-imoca-60-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/yachtracing.life\/vendee-globe-pre-race-analysis-from-imoca-60-expert-ryan-breymaier\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4828\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8421-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8421-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690382197&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00019798059790141&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8421.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8421-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8421-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8421-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4828\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8421-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8421-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8421-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8421-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8421-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Edenred &#8211; ENJOY RACING 2 raced Class 40 in the Fastnet 2023. She finished 10th (under review) Duel Rudder foils are down in the photo. Racing rules use to require that all foils be on the center line. Hence older boats have single rudders.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>The Multihull Grand Prix class is one of the categories of boats that participate in the Fastnet Race. The following boats have raced in the Multihull Grand Prix class at the Fastnet Race:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MOD 70: The MOD 70 is a one-design class of multihull boats that are designed for offshore racing. These boats are capable of high speeds and are optimized for reaching and downwind sailing<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ultim: The Ultim class includes some of the largest and fastest multihull boats in the world. These boats are designed for long-distance offshore racing and can reach speeds of up to 50 knots<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.rolex.com\/world-of-rolex\/rolex-and-sports\/rolex-and-yachting\/rolex-fastnet-race\/rolex-fastnet-race-2021\/news-page---preview\/preview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>. There were 2 boats in this class for the Fastnet 2023.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multi50: The Multi50 class is a specific class for multihull boats that meet the Multi50 rules. These boats are designed for short-handed offshore racing and have specific size and design requirements<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail-world.com\/news\/240232\/Rolex-Fastnet-Race-MOCRA-class-preview\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other multihulls: In addition to the specific classes mentioned above, other multihull boats may also participate in the Multihull Grand Prix class at the Fastnet Race. These boats can range from smaller catamarans to larger trimarans<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/17-incredible-facts-66903\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to note that the specific boats that participate in the Multihull Grand Prix class may vary from year to year, depending on the entries and race organizers&#8217; decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4718\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0447-1-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0447-1.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2088,1566\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690029326&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.000903342366757&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0447-1.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0447-1-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0447-1-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0447-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0447-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0447-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0447-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0447-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0447-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"btn-view-boat cursor-pointer\" href=\"\">INITIATIVES COEUR <\/a> FRA109 Skipper\/SAM DAVIES IMOCA 60 Finished 5th of 29 in Fastnet 2023.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>British born Sam Davies (now living in New Caledonia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cwill arrive at the Fastnet fresh from competing in <a class=\"hawk-link-parsed\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/tag\/the-ocean-race\">The Ocean Race<\/a> as a part of Team Biotherm. Davies will be taking part in her fourth Vend\u00e9e in 2024 and for the first time will be doing so in a brand new boat under her long-time sponsor Initiatives-C\u0153ur.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Yachting World \u201cThe 2023 Fastnet race will be the first proper outing for Dalin in his newly launched IMOCA 60 <em>MACIF Sant\u00e9 Pr\u00e9voyance<\/em>. Dalin and his team have spoken about this new boat as an evolution of the previous one with refining overall performance.\u201d<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/fastnet-race-2023-stacked-imoca-fleet-set-to-entertain-147020\">Yachting World<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4776\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8276-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8276-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690203257&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.6&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00093984962406015&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8276.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8276-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8276-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8276-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4776\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8276-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8276-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8276-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8276-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8276-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">SVR LAZARTIGUE Francois Gabart ULTIM class<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is the history of the Multihull Grand Prix class at Fastnet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4737\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0544-jpg-2\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-2.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2551,1913\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690032621&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00085689802913453&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0544.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-2-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-2-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-2-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-2-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-2-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0544-2-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"btn-view-boat cursor-pointer\" href=\"\">THE3BROS<\/a> FRA168 Skipper\/RENAUD COURBON CLASS40 Retired from Fastnet 2023. ALLA GRANDE PIRELLI ITA181 finished 6th. BT BLUE &#8211; ALTERNATE SAILING FRA190 finished 10th (review). LA BOULANGERE BIO FRA170 finished 5th. EVERIAL FRA177, last over the line finished 1st.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Multihull Grand Prix class has been a part of the Fastnet Race for several years. Here is a brief history of the class:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Multihull Grand Prix class was introduced to the Fastnet Race in recent years, alongside other categories such as the IRC Class, Class 40, IMOCA 60, and Volvo Ocean 65<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ybtracking.com\/post\/tracking-the-rolex-fastnet-race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/17-incredible-facts-66903\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The class includes a range of multihull boats, including MOD 70s, Ultims, Multi50s, and other multihulls<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.rolex.com\/world-of-rolex\/rolex-and-sports\/rolex-and-yachting\/rolex-fastnet-race\/rolex-fastnet-race-2021\/news-page---preview\/preview\">1<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/17-incredible-facts-66903\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In 2019, the multihull race record was broken by the Ultim Maxi Edmond de Rothschild, which completed the course in just over one day<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/watch?v=nCM_aMoTxkQ\">3<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Multihull Grand Prix class has become an increasingly popular category in the Fastnet Race, with many high-performance multihull boats competing in the race<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.rolex.com\/world-of-rolex\/rolex-and-sports\/rolex-and-yachting\/rolex-fastnet-race\/rolex-fastnet-race-2021\/news-page---preview\/preview\">1<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/follow\/general-info\/history-spectators\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The multihull boats that participate in the Fastnet Race are capable of high speeds and are optimized for reaching and downwind sailing<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.rolex.com\/world-of-rolex\/rolex-and-sports\/rolex-and-yachting\/rolex-fastnet-race\/rolex-fastnet-race-2021\/news-page---preview\/preview\">1<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/follow\/general-info\/history-spectators\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Fastnet Race provides an opportunity for multihull sailors to showcase their skills and compete against other top sailors in the world<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ybtracking.com\/post\/tracking-the-rolex-fastnet-race\">2<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nCM_aMoTxkQ\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the specific boats and sailors that participate in the Multihull Grand Prix class may vary from year to year, depending on the entries and race organizers&#8217; decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4777\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0924-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0924-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690299223&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;5.7&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;50&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00013399437223637&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0924.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0924-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0924-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0924-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4777\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0924-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0924-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0924-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0924-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0924-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ocean Fifty boats LE RIRE MEDECINE LAMOTTE, VIABILIS, and PET COEUR BEURRE on display at Finish in Cherbourg. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While specific information about notable winners of the Multihull class is yet to be researched, here are some general insights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In 2019, the Multihull Grand Prix class saw the participation of various high-performance multihull boats<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.rolex.com\/world-of-rolex\/rolex-and-sports\/rolex-and-yachting\/rolex-fastnet-race\/rolex-fastnet-race-2021\/news-page---preview\/preview\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The multihull race record for the Fastnet Race was broken in 2019 by the Ultim Maxi Edmond de Rothschild, completing the course in just over one day<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/watch?v=nCM_aMoTxkQ\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The 2019 Fastnet Race was won on corrected time by the Volvo 70 Wizard, skippered by brothers David and Peter Askew<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/17-incredible-facts-66903\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In previous editions of the Fastnet Race, notable multihull winners include the MOD 70 Oman Air &#8211; Musandam, owned by Sidney Gavignet<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\">3<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Fastnet Race has seen remarkable multihull performances, such as the 130-foot trimaran Banque Populaire V, skippered by Lo\u00efck Peyron, which set a new multihull record for the race<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/follow\/general-info\/history-spectators\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more specific and comprehensive information about notable winners of the Multihull Grand Prix class at the Fastnet Race, it would be helpful to refer to official race records, historical data, or news articles dedicated to the Fastnet Race.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4778\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8341-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8341-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690299347&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00037593984962406&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8341.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8341-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8341-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8341-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8341-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8341-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8341-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8341-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8341-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Note the starboard ama (float) has been opened, presumably to drain water from it. This Ocean 50 (PETIT COUER DE BEURRE) finished an hour after the leaders who finished within an hour of each other.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is the course for the Multihull Grand Prix class at Fastnet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The course for the Multihull Grand Prix class at the Fastnet Race is the same as the course for all other boats. The Fastnet Race originally covered  a distance of approximately 605 nautical miles, starting in Cowes on the Isle of Wight and finishing &#8211; until recently &#8211; in Plymouth<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.rolex.com\/world-of-rolex\/rolex-and-sports\/rolex-and-yachting\/rolex-fastnet-race\/rolex-fastnet-race-2021\/news-page---preview\/preview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/17-incredible-facts-66903\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4742\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0839-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0839-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690203227&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;5.7&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;50&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00013399437223637&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0839.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0839-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0839-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0839-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0839-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0839-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0839-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0839-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0839-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"btn-view-boat cursor-pointer\" href=\"\">SVR LAZARTIGUE<\/a> Skipper\/FRAN\u00c7OIS GABART<br \/>This is one of two in the 2023 ULTIM class. It set the course record in 2023<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The course takes the boats around the Fastnet Rock off the coast of Ireland, which is a key turning point in the race<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.rolex.com\/world-of-rolex\/rolex-and-sports\/rolex-and-yachting\/rolex-fastnet-race\/rolex-fastnet-race-2021\/news-page---preview\/preview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/17-incredible-facts-66903\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>. The specific route may vary depending on the conditions and the race organizers&#8217; decisions, but the general course remains the same for all categories of boats, including the Multihull Grand Prix class<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.imoca.org\/en\/news\/news\/how-to-follow-the-50th-rolex-fastnet-race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/watch?v=gpcwNvVX0Cw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4958\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0711-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0711.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1080,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0711.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0711-300x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0711-1024x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0711-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4958\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0711-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0711-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0711-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0711-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0711-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0711.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Winning Crew ULTIM class<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What boat models participate in the IRC Class at Fastnet? Group the models by category.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4753\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0557-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0557.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2108,2108\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690032990&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00079176563737134&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0557.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0557-300x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0557-1024x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0557-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0557-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0557-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0557-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0557-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0557-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0557-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0557-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">TEAM JAJO Volvo Ocean 65 Clarke Murphy Class lRC class Super Zero category racing against 6 including Lucky. A win for the USA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What boat in an IRC class has won on corrected time the most times? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4921\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8403-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8403-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690368707&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00038595137012736&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8403.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8403-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8403-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8403-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4921\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8403-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8403-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8403-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8403-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8403-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A USA skipper was likely going to win in the IRC Super Zero category. We thought it would be the canting keel Lucky. Instead it was Jajo a Volvo 65. The team was unaware that a race boat with a French team had sunk, crew surviving. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Which boats from the USA have participated in the Fastnet in the IRC Class? What country has won the Fastnet on corrected time the most times and what is the boat name and skipper?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4818\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8464-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8464-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690383096&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.6&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00069979006298111&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8464.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8464-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8464-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8464-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4818\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8464-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8464-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8464-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8464-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8464-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Boat models that participate in the IRC Class at Fastnet are varied, and they are grouped by category. Here are some of the boat models that have participated in the IRC Classes at Fastnet:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IRC Super Zero Team Jajo \u2013 <mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0,0,0,0); color: #00d084\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\"><strong>VO 65 sailed by Clarke Murphy from the USA won in 2023<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Volvo Ocean 65<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>27m Canting Keel Maxi 72<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mini Maxi 72<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Volvo Open 70<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>IRC  Zero<strong> &#8211; <mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0,0,0,0); color: #00d084\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\">Caro sailed by Andy Green of Switzerland won in 2023<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>TP52<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maxi 72<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cookson 50<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Volvo 65<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clipper 68<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PAC 52<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>IRC One <mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0,0,0,0); color: #00d084\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\">&#8211; <strong>A subcategory &#8211; Ginkgo \u2013 Humphreys 39 sailed by Dirk Clasen of Germany and B subcategory &#8211; Pintia  a J\/133 sailed by Gilles Fournier\/ Corinne Migraine of France won in 2023<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Benateau First 40 <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Far 40<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>J\/111: This is a 36.5-foot sailboat designed for racing, featuring a water ballast system that can be used to increase stability and performance<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/forums.sailinganarchy.com\/threads\/j-99-vs-j-111-for-dh-racing.209155\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>. It also has a carbon fiber mast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>J\/121<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>J\/122E: This is a 40-foot sailboat designed for racing and cruising, featuring a water ballast system that can be used to increase stability and performance<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bedardyachtdesign.com\/articles\/the-effects-of-water-ballast-on-sailboat-stability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>J\/133 <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>JPK 10.80 &#8211; This is a 35.4-foot sailboat designed for offshore racing, featuring a water ballast system that can be used to increase stability and performance<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"http:\/\/interestingsailboats.blogspot.com\/2022\/04\/?m=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pogo 36 &#8211; This is a 36-foot sailboat designed for shorthanded racing, featuring a water ballast system that can be used to increase stability and performance<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/forums.sailinganarchy.com\/threads\/sun-fast-3600.199753\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pogo 44<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swan 50<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swan 65<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>X-50<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>IRC Two &#8211; <mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0,0,0,0); color: #00d084\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\"><strong>A subcategory Black Sheep &#8211; Sun Fast 3600 sailed by Trevor Middleton and in B subcategory Juzzy \u2013 JPK 1030 sailed by Thomas Bonnier from the UK won in 2023<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>J\/99: This is a 32.6-foot sailboat designed for shorthanded racing, featuring a water ballast system that can be used to increase stability and performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>J\/109 <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>J\/112<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sun Fast 3300 This boat can have two 53 U.S. gallon (200-liter) water ballast tanks as a factory option<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sun_Fast_3300\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>. The water ballast tanks are located on either side just aft of the companionway<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailmagazine.com\/boats\/boat-review-jeanneau-sun-fast-3300\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sun Fast 3600 The hull is balsa core. Balsa core is a type of core material used in boat design. It is considered bad because it is susceptible to water damage, which can lead to delamination and structural failure<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatdesign.net\/threads\/is-balsa-really-that-bad.27761\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehulltruth.com\/boating-forum\/49386-balsa-core-hulls.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/forums.sailboatowners.com\/threads\/are-balsa-cored-topsides-good-or-bad.124816\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cruisersforum.com\/forums\/f55\/balsa-core-134198.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/forums.ybw.com\/threads\/balsa-core-major-issue-or-not.260826\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>. Moisture can penetrate the balsa core, causing it to rot and weaken the structure of the boat<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.passagemaker.com\/technical\/core-moisture\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>.Fiberglass is a popular material used in boat construction because it is strong, lightweight, and durable. Pound for pound, fiberglass is stronger than steel or aluminum<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cruisersforum.com\/forums\/f55\/balsa-core-134198.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>. Carbon fiber is even stronger than fiberglass, but it is also more expensive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>IRC Three <strong> &#8211; <mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0,0,0,0); color: #00d084\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\">Les P&#8217;tits Doudous en Duo<\/mark><\/strong><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0,0,0,0); color: #00d084\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\"> \u2013 JPK 1010 sailed by Romain Gibon also won the 1st Two-Handed trophy in 2023<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>J\/88<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>J\/92<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>J\/97<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>J\/105<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sigma 38 <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunfast 3200<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>IRC Four &#8211;<mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0,0,0,0); color: #00d084\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\"> <strong>Sun Hill III a Dehler 33 CR sailed by Fran\u00e7ois Charles of France won in 2023<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Beneteau First 31<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dehler 33<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>S&amp;S Contesa 38<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sigma 38<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swan 38<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oyster 37<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ranger<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Westerly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the USA boats that have participated in the Fastnet Race in the IRC Class include Wizard, a Volvo 70 that won on corrected time in 2019, and Rambler, a Maxi 72 that won line honors in 2019<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ybtracking.com\/post\/tracking-the-rolex-fastnet-race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>. Rambler became the Maxi named Lucky in the 2023 race.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4754\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0571-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0571.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1594,1594\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690033323&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0011990407673861&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0571.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0571-300x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0571-1024x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0571-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4754\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0571-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0571-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0571-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0571-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0571-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0571-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0571.jpg 1594w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">BALTHASAR Louis Belcaen a RORC Swan 50 one design racing 48 boats in IRC class category Zero. She finished about 12h after CARO which won the class category and the Fastnet 2023 IRC overall trophy. The Fastnet Challenge Cup can only be won by a monohull.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4748\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8300-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8300-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690227143&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.6&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0028011204481793&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8300.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8300-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8300-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8300-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4748\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8300-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8300-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8300-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8300-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8300-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"btn-view-boat cursor-pointer\" href=\"\">ZOULO<\/a> FRA007 Skipper\/ERIK MARI MOD 70 in the 15 boat MOCRA Multihulls Class<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Notable boats that have won the Fastnet Challenge Cup on corrected time include Chieftain, owned by Ger O&#8217;Rourke, which won overall in 2007, and Night And Day, a JPK 10.10 owned by Pascal Loison, which won overall in 2011<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4755\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0591-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0591-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690033561&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0016077170418006&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0591.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0591-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0591-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0591-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4755\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0591-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0591-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0591-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0591-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0591-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hagar V, ITA1765 Aldo Scuderi, scuderia 65 racing 48 boats in IRC class category Zero. Hagar V retired from the 2023 Fastnet.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Which boats from the USA have participated in the Fastnet in the IRC Classes, and how have they performed<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"700\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wO8i-hU7C5Q?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Several boats from the USA have participated in the Fastnet Race in the IRC Classes. Here are some of the boats and their performance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wizard: Wizard is a Volvo 70 that has participated in the Fastnet Race in the IRC Classes. In 2019, Wizard won on corrected time, finishing ahead of other boats in the IRC Class 0<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/videos\/1032-diversity-in-irc-three-for-the-rolex-fastnet-race\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rambler: Rambler is a Maxi 72 that has participated in the Fastnet Race in the IRC Classes. In 2019, Rambler won line honors, finishing ahead of other boats in the IRC Class 0<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mysailing.com.au\/rolex-fastnet-race-power-and-passion-review-of-irc-classes-three-and-four\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>. The boat was modified, painted white and is now called Lucky. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Argo: Argo is a MOD 70 that has participated in the Fastnet Race in the IRC Classes. In 2019, Argo finished second on corrected time in the IRC Class 0<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mysailing.com.au\/rolex-fastnet-race-power-and-passion-review-of-irc-classes-three-and-four\/\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Privateer: Privateer is a Cookson 50 that has participated in the Fastnet Race in the IRC Classes. In 2019, Privateer finished third on corrected time in the IRC Class 0<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mysailing.com.au\/rolex-fastnet-race-power-and-passion-review-of-irc-classes-three-and-four\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>. Privateer retired from the 2023 race.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jajo: Jajo is a Volvo Ocean Race 65 footer.  Jalo won the 2023 Fastnet in the IRC Super Zero division.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4740\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0543-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0543.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2509,2509\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690032618&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00085689802913453&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0543.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0543-300x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0543-1024x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0543-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0543-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0543-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0543-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0543-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0543-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0543-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0543-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"btn-view-boat cursor-pointer\" href=\"\">D\u00c9KUPLE<\/a> FRA184 Skipper\/WILLIAM MATHELIN-MOREAUX Class 40. She finished second in the class with a time of 3d 10h 36m, only 14m behind the Class 40 winner EVERIAL<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the specific boats and their performance may vary from year to year, depending on the conditions and the race organizers&#8217; decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4756\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0627-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0627-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690034499&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0010224948875256&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0627.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0627-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0627-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0627-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0627-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0627-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0627-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0627-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0627-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">CA VA GBR1250X a POGO 12.50 skipper Tony Rayer from Cardiff Bay Yacht Club. racing 100 boats in IRC category 1. Retired from the Fastnet 2023.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can you provide a list of all the boats from the USA that have participated in the Fastnet in the IRC Class<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"565\" data-attachment-id=\"4688\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/archives\/4670\/img_0704-jpg#main\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0704.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"800,565\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0704.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0704-300x212.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0704.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0704.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4688\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0704.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0704-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0704-768x542.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">USA boats were getting good results on the old Fastnet course which was changed in 2021<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the USA boats that have participated in recent years follow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wizard: Volvo 70 that won on corrected time in 2019 in the IRC Class 0<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mysailing.com.au\/rolex-fastnet-race-power-and-passion-review-of-irc-classes-three-and-four\/\">1<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/40-competitors\/race-documents\/guide\/484-a-guide-for-entrants-complete-version\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rambler: Maxi 72 that won line honors in 2019 in the IRC Class 0<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mysailing.com.au\/rolex-fastnet-race-power-and-passion-review-of-irc-classes-three-and-four\/\">1<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/jboats.com\/2019-blog\/rolex-fastnet-race-preview\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Privateer: Cookson 50 that finished third on corrected time in 2019 in the IRC Class 0<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mysailing.com.au\/rolex-fastnet-race-power-and-passion-review-of-irc-classes-three-and-four\/\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prospector: Mills 68 that finished second in the IRC Class 0 in 2017<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mysailing.com.au\/rolex-fastnet-race-power-and-passion-review-of-irc-classes-three-and-four\/\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bella Mente: Maxi 72 that won line honors in 2015 in the IRC Class 0<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mysailing.com.au\/rolex-fastnet-race-power-and-passion-review-of-irc-classes-three-and-four\/\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shockwave: Mini Maxi that won on corrected time in 2013 in the IRC Class 0<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mysailing.com.au\/rolex-fastnet-race-power-and-passion-review-of-irc-classes-three-and-four\/\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4757\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0640-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0640-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690034590&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;5.7&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;50&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00017001020061204&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0640.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0640-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0640-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0640-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4757\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0640-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0640-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0640-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0640-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0640-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">FUJIMO AB POL14833 Tomas\u2019s Kosobucki JV 44 Two Tonner Racing 100 boats in IRC class division 1 She finished 31st with a time of 5 days 11h 21m. 47 boats retired in this division.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How have the boats from the USA performed in the IRC Classes at Fastnet compared to other countries<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"5206\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0552-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0552.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1603,1603\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690032673&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00079176563737134&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0552.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0552-300x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0552-1024x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0552-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0552-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0552-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0552-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0552-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0552-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0552-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/img_0552.jpg 1603w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kite USA144 raced Class40 in the 2023 Fas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some general insights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Fastnet Race is a highly competitive offshore yacht race that attracts a diverse range of yachts and sailors from around the world<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/full-for-fastnet-race\/\">1<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/jboats.com\/2019-blog\/rolex-fastnet-race-preview\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The race uses the IRC rating system to handicap boats based on their measurements and characteristics, allowing boats of different sizes and designs to compete on a level playing field<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ussailing.org\/competition\/offshore\/irc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The IRC Classes at the Fastnet Race are divided into four categories based on boat size and design, with each class featuring a range of boats from different countries<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/jboats.com\/2019-blog\/rolex-fastnet-race-preview\">4<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/watch?v=ZvjkBtEg-_4\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The top-performing boats in each class are determined based on corrected time, which takes into account each boat&#8217;s handicap<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ussailing.org\/competition\/offshore\/irc\/\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Fastnet Race has seen remarkable performances from sailors and teams across all categories of boats, with different countries and boats achieving success in different years<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mysailing.com.au\/rolex-fastnet-race-power-and-passion-review-of-irc-classes-three-and-four\/\">3<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingscuttlebutt.com\/2015\/08\/24\/fastnet-race-a-review-of-the-90th-anniversary\/\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4919\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8406-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8406-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690368787&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00017699115044248&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8406.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8406-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8406-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8406-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4919\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8406-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8406-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8406-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8406-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8406-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">FREELANCE.COM an IMOCA 60 completed the Fastnet 2023 in 2d 17h 5m<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the specific performance of boats from the USA in the IRC Classes at the Fastnet Race may vary from year to year, depending on the conditions and the race organizers&#8217; decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4758\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0645-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0645-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690034619&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0016722408026756&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0645.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0645-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0645-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0645-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4758\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0645-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0645-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0645-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0645-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0645-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">LANN AEL 3 FRA346 Didier Gaudoux Class IRC division 1B, racing 81 boats<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Does the IRC rating of a boat change after frequent wins on corrected time? If not why not? Is IRC rating AI based if not why not?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The IRC rating of a boat does not change after frequent wins on corrected time. The IRC rating is based on the physical measurements of the boat, including its length, weight, draft, rig size, sail area, and specific characteristics and features<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ussailing.org\/competition\/offshore\/irc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/ircrating.org\/irc-certificate\/what-is-irc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>. It is not altered between races according to the individual boat&#8217;s performance<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/ircrating.org\/irc-certificate\/what-is-irc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4749\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0484-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0484-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690030424&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;5.7&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;50&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.000125&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0484.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0484-300x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0484-1024x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0484-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0484-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0484-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0484-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0484-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0484-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0484-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0484-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">LODIGROUP FRA82 LOIC  ESCOFFIER ORC50 Class MORCA Multihull <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The IRC rating is aimed at providing a fair and equitable handicap system that allows different designs of keelboats to race together<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/ircrating.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/International_Rating_Certificate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The IRC rating is not AI-based. It is a permissive rule that encourages owner-declared measurements and does not publish the methods and formulae used for the calculation of IRC TCCs (Time Corrector Coefficients)<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/ircrating.org\/irc-certificate\/what-is-irc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>.This prevents designers from taking advantage of the rule when designing new boats and increases the competitive lifetime of IRC-rated boats<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/ircrating.org\/irc-certificate\/what-is-irc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4920\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8405-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8405-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690368745&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00025&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8405.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8405-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8405-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8405-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8405-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8405-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8405-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8405-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8405-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">FIVES GROUP- LANTANA ENVIRONMENT (172) an IMOCA 60 <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The IRC rating system is managed by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) in the United Kingdom and the Union Nationale pour la Course au Large (UNCL) in France<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/International_Rating_Certificate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>. It is a self-measurement system, and official measurement is not a rule requirement unless specifically requested<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail-world.com\/news\/258224\/IRC-Measurement-Manual-updated\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, the IRC rating of a boat is based on its physical measurements and does not change based on its performance in races. The IRC rating system is not AI-based and aims to provide a fair and equitable system for racing different designs of keelboats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Does the IRC rating of a boat change after a major modification to the boat&#8217;s design or equipment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The IRC rating of a boat may change after a major modification to the boat&#8217;s design or equipment. Any changes made to the boat may affect its rating and\/or invalidate its certificate<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/ircrating.org\/irc-rule\/changes-to-certificates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>. The IRC rating is based on the physical measurements of the boat, including its length, weight, draft, rig size, sail area, and specific characteristics and features<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/ircrating.org\/irc-certificate\/what-is-irc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ussailing.org\/competition\/offshore\/irc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>. Therefore, any modifications that alter these measurements may impact the boat&#8217;s rating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4760\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0666-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0666-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690035009&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0010224948875256&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0666.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0666-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0666-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0666-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0666-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0666-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0666-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0666-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0666-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Royal Naval Sailing Association\u2019s Comfortina 42, HMSTC Eagle of Hornet, GBR5358 racing 54 boats in IRC class Two subdivision B.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The IRC rule allows for changes to be made to the certificate to reflect any modifications made to the boat. The owner of the boat must submit a request for a new certificate, along with the necessary documentation and fees, to the IRC rating authority<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/ircrating.org\/irc-rule\/changes-to-certificates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>. The new certificate will reflect the changes made to the boat and may result in a new rating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"864\" data-attachment-id=\"4936\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0712-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0712.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2048,1728\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0712.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0712-300x253.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0712-1024x864.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0712-1024x864.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4936\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0712-1024x864.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0712-300x253.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0712-768x648.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0712-1536x1296.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0712.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the specific impact of modifications on a boat&#8217;s IRC rating may vary depending on the nature and extent of the modifications. The IRC rating authority may also have specific rules and guidelines regarding modifications and their impact on a boat&#8217;s rating. It is also of interest that the experience of crew and the weight of crew have nothing to do with IRC rating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4761\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0686-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0686-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690035359&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0013192612137203&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0686.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0686-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0686-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0686-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0686-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0686-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0686-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0686-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0686-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">LOEWE VON BREMEN GER7265 a Sunfast 3600 racing against 34 boats in Class IRC category 2A   <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Are there any restrictions on the types of modifications that can be made to a boat while maintaining its IRC rating<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no specific restrictions on the types of modifications that can be made to a boat while maintaining its IRC rating. However, any changes made to the boat may affect its rating and\/or  invalidate its certificate<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ussailing.org\/competition\/offshore\/irc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/ircrating.org\/irc-rule\/changes-to-certificates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The IRC rating is based on the physical measurements of the boat, including its length, weight, draft, rig size, sail area, and specific characteristics and features<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/ircrating.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>. Therefore, any modifications that alter these measurements may impact the boat&#8217;s rating.The IRC rule allows for changes to be made to the certificate to reflect any modifications made to the boat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4762\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0688-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0688-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690035374&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0024271844660194&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0688.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0688-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0688-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0688-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4762\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0688-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0688-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0688-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0688-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0688-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">FLYING FISH Christian Buehrien a Farr 40.7 racing in class IRC category  2A against 34 boats including Loel Avon Bremen and 10 additional Sunfast 3600s. The 2B category included an additional 22 Sun Fast 3600s.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the specific impact of modifications on a boat&#8217;s IRC rating may vary depending on the nature and extent of the modifications. The IRC rating authority may also have specific rules and guidelines regarding modifications and their impact on a boat&#8217;s rating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4763\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0684-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0684-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690035351&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0030120481927711&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0684.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0684-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0684-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0684-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0684-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0684-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0684-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0684-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0684-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foggy Dew FRA53200 Skipper Noel Racine retired from Fastnet 2023 owing to a mainsail problem She was in IRC division 2 <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can a competitor challenge the IRC rating of a frequently winning boat? Which boats have been so challenged in the past? Is AI used to determine which boat models are challenged? Has RORC considered using AI for handicapping boat models?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A competitor can challenge the IRC rating of a frequently winning boat. However, any changes made to the boat may affect its rating and\/or invalidate its certificate. The IRC rule allows for changes to be made to the certificate to reflect any modifications made to the boat. The owner of the boat must submit a request for a new certificate, along with the necessary documentation and fees, to the IRC rating authority. The new certificate will reflect the changes made to the boat and may result in a new rating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no information yet on which boats have been challenged in the past or whether AI is used to determine which boat models are challenged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4764\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0654-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0654-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690034730&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0010224948875256&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0654.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0654-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0654-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0654-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4764\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0654-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0654-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0654-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0654-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0654-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A Sunfast 3600 went sank during the Fastnet 2023 race and hull\/keel failure is a likely reason. The other theory is that the engine broke loose and punctured the hull. Water came in from the middle of the vessel reported a crew member to race organizers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC), which manages the IRC rating system, has not considered using AI for handicapping boat models. The IRC rating is based on the physical measurements of the boat, including its length, weight, draft, rig size, sail area, and specific characteristics and features. The rating is aimed at providing a fair and equitable system that allows different designs of keelboats to race together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, crew, a known component of seaworthiness and weight distribution, the age of the vessel, and the maintenance of the vessel are not part of IRC, so it isn\u2019t a handicap system. IRC is fair and equitable, in my opinion, mostly for designs that are newer and older designs that are modified or refreshed to remain competitive, and are crewed by professional trained athletes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The IRC rating is a permissive rule that encourages owner-declared measurements and authorities do not publish the methods and formulae used for the calculation of IRC TCCs (Time Corrector Coefficients). This attempts to prevent designers from taking advantage of the rule when designing new boats and increase the competitive lifetime of IRC-rated boats. However, the reverse engineering of IRC is one explanation of how prominent Sunfast 3600 sailboats have become in IRC races like Fastnet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4765\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0687-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0687-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690035364&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0020120724346076&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0687.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0687-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0687-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0687-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4765\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0687-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0687-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0687-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0687-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0687-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">JUZZY FRA53162 Thomas Bonnier a JPK 1030 in IRC Two Handed Class. Juzzy took first place in IRC 2 finishing in 4d 16h 28m. Juzzy is a JPK 1030 designed by Jacques Valler. 4 JPK 1030 boats finished in the top 5 IRC double handed class, the 5th was a Sunfast 3600.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What are some of the most prestigious sailboat races in the world<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sailboat racing is a popular sport that involves racing yachts and larger sailboats in direct competition. Here are some of the most prestigious sailboat races in the world:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>America&#8217;s Cup: One of the oldest international sailboat racing events, dating back to 1851. Its prestigious reputation attracts the top professional sailors, yacht designers, and wealthy entrepreneurs and sponsors. The competition is not only focused on sailing skills but also on sail design<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachting-pages.com\/articles\/top-5-sailing-races-in-the-world.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>. The boats used are mono hull foiling vessel with airplane like wings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vend\u00e9e Globe: A single-handed, non-stop, round-the-world yacht race that takes place every four years. The race attracts top sailors from around the world and is considered one of the most challenging sailing events<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachting-pages.com\/articles\/top-5-sailing-races-in-the-world.html\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Volvo Ocean Race: A professional event that takes place every three years, now called The Ocean Race. The boats used in the race are designed for long-distance offshore racing and are optimized for speed and performance in challenging conditions. The event has seen remarkable performances from boats representing different countries<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachting-pages.com\/articles\/top-5-sailing-races-in-the-world.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/robbreport.com\/motors\/marine\/world-renowned-yacht-races-1234728038\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>. These boats also compete in Fastnet. In 2023 Team Jajo  NED 1 used a Volvo 65 to win the IRC Super Zero division<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cowes Week: A week-long regatta that takes place in Cowes, England, and is one of the oldest and largest sailing events in the world. The event attracts more than 1,000 yachts and 8,000 competitors and has been held since 1826<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachting-pages.com\/articles\/top-5-sailing-races-in-the-world.html\">1<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"http:\/\/features.coastalboating.net\/TopTen\/Top10Races.html\">3<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barcolana: A sailing race that takes place in the Gulf of Trieste, Italy, and is considered the largest sailing race in the world. The event attracts more than 2,000 boats and 25,000 sailors from around the world<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachting-pages.com\/articles\/top-5-sailing-races-in-the-world.html\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extreme Sailing Series: A professional racing series that takes place in different locations around the world. The boats used in the series are high-performance catamarans that are optimized for speed and maneuverability<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeofsailing.com\/post\/types-racing-sailboats\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kieler Woche: The largest sailing event in the world, attracting around 5,000 sailors, 2,000 ships, and three million people every year. It takes place in Kiel, Germany, in the last week of June and features Olympic, International, and Offshore classes<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingeurope.com\/blog\/world-regattas-part-12\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Louis Vuitton Cup and America&#8217;s Cup: A series of races that determine the challenger for the America&#8217;s Cup. The event attracts top sailors and yacht designers from around the world and is considered one of the most prestigious sailing events<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingeurope.com\/blog\/world-regattas-part-12\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the specific races that are considered the most prestigious may vary depending on personal preferences and the sailing community&#8217;s opinions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4779\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8340-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8340-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690299333&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00028200789622109&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8340.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8340-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8340-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8340-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4779\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8340-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8340-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8340-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8340-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8340-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ocean 50 Class photo (VIABILIS) showing the rail seat (Princess seat).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How many boats participate in the Class 40 Fastnet race<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the provided search results, the number of boats participating in the Class 40 Fastnet Race varies from year to year. Here is the available information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the 2021 Rolex Fastnet Race, 22 Class40 boats participated<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/news\/907-offshore-racing-s-most-successful-class\">3<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingscuttlebutt.com\/2021\/07\/27\/class40-big-fleet-at-fastnet\/\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the 2021 edition, the Class40 boats were among the 500 boats that started the race<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingscuttlebutt.com\/2021\/07\/27\/class40-big-fleet-at-fastnet\/\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the 2021 edition, the Fastnet Race line-up included boats from Switzerland, the UK, USA, Croatia, Belgium, Netherlands, Finland, and two from France<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingscuttlebutt.com\/2021\/07\/27\/class40-big-fleet-at-fastnet\/\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the 2021 edition, the Class40 boats were part of the IRC rating system, which is used for the event&#8217;s overall prize &#8211; the Fastnet Trophy<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail-world.com\/news\/264478\/How-to-follow-the-50th-Rolex-Fastnet-Race\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the 2019 Rolex Fastnet Race, French yachts won in the larger classes, IRC One to Four, which are further subdivided<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Class40\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the number of boats participating in the Class 40 Fastnet Race may vary from year to year, depending on the entries and race organizers&#8217; decisions. There were 21 boats in Class 40 for the 2023 Fastnet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4780\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8346-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8346-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690299514&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0002710027100271&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8346.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8346-300x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8346-1024x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8346-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4780\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8346-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8346-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8346-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8346-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8346-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8346-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8346-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">VIABILIS FRA4, one of 3 Ocean Fifty Class boats to finish out of 5. She was second on a corrected time of 2 days, 7 hrs, 0 min. Be Racing Club SNBSM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When did the following USA boats win overall and class honors at Fastnet: Wizard, Rambler 88, Comanche.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is the information about when the following USA boats won overall and class honors at Fastnet:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wizard: In 2019, the American VO70 Wizard won the Rolex Fastnet Race overall<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/fastnet-race-winners-wizard-claims-overall-prize-french-crews-dominate-122814\">1<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail-world.com\/news\/220713\/Wizards-Fastnet-win-creates-sailing-history\">4<\/a>.&nbsp;Wizard was also the adjusted time race winner in the 2017 Fastnet Race<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rambler 88: There is no specific information available in the provided search results about Rambler 88 winning overall or class honors at the Fastnet Race.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comanche: In the 2015 Fastnet Race, Comanche, a VPLP\/Verdier 100 Super Maxi owned by Jim &amp; Kristy Hinze Clark and skippered by Ken Read, won line honors<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>. However, there is no specific information available in the provided search results about Comanche winning overall or class honors at the Fastnet Race.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the Fastnet Race is a highly competitive offshore yacht race that attracts a diverse range of boats and sailors from around the world. The race is named after the Fastnet Rock off southern Ireland, which the race course rounds. The race is considered one of the classic big offshore races, and it tests both inshore and offshore skills, boat and crew preparation, and speed potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4781\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8324-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8324-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690288520&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.6&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00093984962406015&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8324.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8324-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8324-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8324-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4781\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8324-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8324-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8324-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8324-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8324-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">LE RIRE MEDECIN LAMOTTE took first place in the Ocean Fifty Class 2d 6h 59m. VIABILIS finished 1 hour later.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Who skippered Rambler 88 when it won the Fastnet race<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>George David skippered Rambler 88 when it won the Fastnet Race. Rambler 88, owned by George David, claimed monohull line honors in the 2019 Rolex Fastnet Race<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/fastnet-race\/fastnet-record-eludes-rambler-88-2019-race-122771\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/line-honors-to-rambler-in-fast-fastnet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail-world.com\/news\/220611\/Rambler-88-wins-line-honours-in-Rolex-Fastnet-Race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/afloat.ie\/sail\/events\/fastnet-race\/item\/43599-fastnet-race-line-honours-winner-george-david-salutes-2011-irish-rescuers-again\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>. This marked the third consecutive year that Rambler 88 secured line honors in the race<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail-world.com\/news\/220611\/Rambler-88-wins-line-honours-in-Rolex-Fastnet-Race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>.George David has been at the helm of Rambler 88 for multiple Fastnet Races, and his team&#8217;s victory in 2019 showcased their skill and performance in the challenging offshore conditions<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/afloat.ie\/sail\/events\/fastnet-race\/item\/43599-fastnet-race-line-honours-winner-george-david-salutes-2011-irish-rescuers-again\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"820\" height=\"547\" data-attachment-id=\"4689\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/archives\/4670\/img_0705-jpg#main\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0705.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"820,547\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1649077656&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0705.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0705-300x200.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0705.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0705.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0705.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0705-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0705-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">2023 course is longer (695 vs 603 nautical miles). 9 USA boats started with Lucky (previously named Rambler 88) expected to establish a long standing new course record <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting from The Royal Yacht Squadron line in Cowes, yachts will race on a course of approx 695 nautical miles via the Fastnet Rock to the finish line at the western end of the breakwater in Cherbourg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Distances between notable points on the course (approx)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cowes \u2013 Needles 16 nm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Needles \u2013 Portland Bill 34 nm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Portland \u2013 Start Point 54 nm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start Point \u2013 Lizard 60 nm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lizard \u2013 Lands End 22 nm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Land&#8217;s End \u2013 Fastnet 170 nm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fastnet Rock \u2013 Scillies 150 nm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scillies \u2013 Cherbourg 189 nm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Total = 695 nautical miles<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/downloads\/images\/2023-news\/2021-rfr-start-cora-rt.jpeg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What are MORCA Multihulls? When did they first race in Fastnet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MOCRA (Multihull Offshore Cruising and Racing Association) is an association that promotes multihull sailing and racing. MOCRA was set up in 1969, and since then, multihulls, both catamarans and trimarans, have evolved to become faster and more competitive in offshore racing<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/yachtboatnews.com\/rolex-fastnet-race-18\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Multihulls first raced in the Fastnet Race in 1985, and since then, they have become a regular feature of the race. The multihull race record is currently 28 hours 02 minutes 26 seconds, set by Maxi Edmond de Rothschild in 2019<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>. The Fastnet Race has a separate division for multihulls, known as the MOCRA Multihull division. The division is open to multihulls with a length overall of 9.15 meters or greater and a MOCRA rating of 1.05 or less<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/videos\/942-multihulls-earning-their-stripes-in-the-rolex-fastnet-race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4783\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0807-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0807-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.5&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690202261&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;5.7&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;50&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;9.7002619070715E-5&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0807.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0807-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0807-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0807-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4783\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0807-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0807-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0807-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0807-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0807-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The MOCRA Multihull division has seen some notable winners in recent years. In the 2015 Fastnet Race, the winner of the MOCRA Multihull division was Spindrift 2, a VPLP trimaran owned by Yann Guichard and Dona Bertarelli<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>. In the 2019 Fastnet Race, the winner of the MOCRA Multihull division was Guyader Gastronomie, a TS42 cruiser-racer catamaran owned by Frenchman Christian Guyader<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/videos\/942-multihulls-earning-their-stripes-in-the-rolex-fastnet-race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Multihulls have become an important part of the Fastnet Race, and their participation adds to the diversity and excitement of the event. The Fastnet Race remains closely linked to advances in yacht design, sailing technique, and safety equipment, and it continues to be one of the most challenging offshore yacht races in the world<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fastnet_Race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/follow\/general-info\/history-spectators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>. There were 15 MOCRA Multihulls in the 2023 Fastnet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4784\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8283-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8283-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690203466&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00028200789622109&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8283.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8283-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8283-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8283-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4784\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8283-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8283-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8283-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8283-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8283-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The MOCRA Course Record was 4 days, 48 minutes and 3 seconds, set by Allegra in August 2021. ALLEGRA SUI888 broke its own record at 3d 7h 22m in 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4820\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8470-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8470-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690383331&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00029197080291971&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8470.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8470-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8470-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8470-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4820\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8470-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8470-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8470-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8470-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8470-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ALLEGRA SUI888 1st of 15 in MOCRA Multihull class at Fastnet 2023.  A custom performance cruising catamaran designed by Nigel Irens.<br \/>Past class winner of 2020 RORC Caribbean 600 and 2021 RORC Fastnet Race.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video height=\"1080\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920 \/ 1080;\" width=\"1920\" controls src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8299.mp4\"><\/video><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ZOULOU at place of honor at Cherbourg Fastnet Race Village<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What boats commissioned by Robin Knox-Johnson have raced in Fastnet? Has Robin Knox-Johnson raced in Fastnet? Who knighted Robin Knox-Johnson? Does Princess Ann race or participate in Fastnet? What Royals have raced in Fastnet? What Royals belong to RORC? Does the Royal Thames Yacht Club work with RORC in IRC matters?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4819\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8473-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8473-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690383443&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.6&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00064683053040103&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8473.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8473-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8473-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8473-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4819\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8473-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8473-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8473-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8473-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8473-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Note Allegra Cockpit enclosure. Rob Grimm set the course record for the Fastnet Multhull Class in the 2023 Fastnet.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the answers to the questions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cougar of Cowes is one of the fleet of Reflex 38&#8217;s commissioned by Robin Knox-Johnson in 1999. She has recently come back on the Solent racing season and is being used by the London School of Sailing as a race training vessel for the Fastnet 2023 Campaign.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has Robin Knox-Johnson raced in Fastnet?<br \/>Robin Knox-Johnson is a renowned sailor who commissioned the boat Suhaili, which he sailed to victory in the 1968-69 Sunday Times Golden Globe Race, becoming the first person to sail solo non-stop around the world. In 2016, Robin Knox-Johnston raced on board Suhaili in the Fastnet Race, recreating his historic voyage 50 years later<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/watch?v=FMAsuDSV0w4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Robin_Knox-Johnston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Who knighted Robin Knox-Johnson?<br \/>Robin Knox-Johnston was knighted in 1995 for his services to sailing<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Robin_Knox-Johnston\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Does Princess Anne race or participate in Fastnet? What Royals have raced in Fastnet?<br \/>Princess Anne, the Princess Royal, is a keen sailor and has been involved in sailing events in the past. She has been involved in other sailing events and has represented the UK in international competitions. It is not uncommon for members of the royal family to participate in sailing events, and several royals have raced in the Fastnet Race in the past, including Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and Prince Charles, Prince of Wales<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Robin_Knox-Johnston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4<\/a>. In 2023 she attended an invitation only diner at RORC Yacht Club in Cowes prior to the 2023 Fastnet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What Royals belong to RORC?<br \/>The Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) is a prestigious yacht club that manages the IRC rating system and organizes the Fastnet Race. The RORC has a long history of royal patronage, and several members of the royal family have been associated with the club over the years. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, was a former Commodore of the RORC, and Princess Anne, the Princess Royal, is a current member of the club<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Robin_Knox-Johnston\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Does the Royal Thames Yacht Club work with RORC in IRC matters?<br \/>The Royal Thames Yacht Club is a prestigious yacht club based in London, United Kingdom. While the search results do not provide specific information about whether the Royal Thames Yacht Club works with the RORC in IRC matters, it is likely that the two clubs have collaborated in the past. The RORC manages the IRC rating system, which is used by many yacht clubs around the world, including the Royal Thames Yacht Club. The IRC rating system aims to provide a fair and equitable handicap system for different designs of keelboats to race together, and it is widely used in offshore yacht racing<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/watch?v=FMAsuDSV0w4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail-world.com\/news\/264478\/How-to-follow-the-50th-Rolex-Fastnet-Race\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Compare and contrast safety at sea features of Sun Fast with Pogo and J boats? Where are they manufactured?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a comparison between the safety at sea features of Sun Fast, Pogo, and J\/Boats <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sun Fast Sailboats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4759\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0658-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0658-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1919\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690034890&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0011441647597254&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0658.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0658-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0658-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0658-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0658-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0658-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0658-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0658-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0658-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kestrel GBR6779R Simon Bamford &amp; Jerome Carson Sun Fast 3300 racing 96 boats in IRC Class Two Handed division. 55 retired. KESTREL was one of them.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Designed for speed, sensations, and winning, with no compromises when it comes to reliability, ease of handling, or safety at sea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3300 has a water ballast option, with a 52-gallon tank to either side just aft of the companionway providing slightly over 400lb of weight<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sailmagazine.com\/boats\/boat-review-jeanneau-sun-fast-3300\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.morganscloud.com\/2019\/10\/25\/us-sailboat-show-report-boats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>. This means they are a safer choice for double handling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety features may include a life raft under the cockpit floor for immediate access in case of emergency, a low center of gravity, twin rudders for stability and control, and sliding companionway hatch for easy access and ventilation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fastnet 2023: The life raft under the cockpit floor was deployed 20 minutes after reporting that the boat (a Sunfast 3600) was sinking. The two crew were rescued. One crew member boarded the life raft.  The other was plucked from the sea. The boat was lost.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4924\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8429-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8429-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690382561&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.6&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00073099415204678&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8429.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8429-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8429-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8429-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4924\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8429-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8429-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8429-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8429-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8429-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">MIRABELLE FRA39201 retired in the Fastnet 2023. These Sun Fast 3200 boats are weighted fin keel boats.  The hull is infused in vinylester with a balsa core. This boat has raced across the Atlantic twice in the Transquadra. The 3200 is no longer in production.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Designed to be lightweight, stiff, and fast, with a focus on planing capabilities and upwind performance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety features may include a life raft, a low center of gravity, and a self-righting system that allows the boat to recover from a capsize.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pogos in the mini Transat race (22 foot) have positive flotation so they can serve as their own lifeboat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>J\/Boats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Designed for racing, with features and modifications that enhance competitive performance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety features may include a watertight bulkhead, a life raft, and a low center of gravity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the specific safety features of Sun Fast, Pogo, and J\/Boats may vary depending on the design and customization of each individual boat. However, all three sailboats are designed with safety in mind and incorporate advanced technology and engineering to ensure reliability and safety at sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Boat Design Net says boats may need about 14 cubic feet of positive flotation to compensate for a 900-pound weight, or more if the flotation compartments are filled with foam<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatdesign.net\/threads\/displacement-vs-positive-ballast.30155\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatdesign.net\/threads\/small-irc-sailboats.42039\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>. However, the specific regulations and requirements for positive flotation vary depending on the country and jurisdiction. Sailboat designers are allowed to ignore flotation requirements owing to weight being a significant contributor to stability which is more important in the design of a boat meant to be sailed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regarding where they are manufactured, Sun Fast sailboats are built by Jeanneau, a French shipyard, Pogo sailboats are built by Pogo Structures, a French shipyard, and J\/Boats are built by J\/Boats, an American boat builder based in Newport, Rhode Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Compare and contrast the keel features of Sun Fast with Pogo and J boats? Is positive flotation required for boats under a certain size?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a comparison between the keel features of Sun Fast, Pogo, and J\/Boats based on the provided search results:Sun Fast Sailboats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4927\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8462-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8462-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690382968&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.6&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00037593984962406&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8462.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8462-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8462-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8462-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4927\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8462-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8462-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8462-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8462-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8462-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is tiller of a Sun Fast 3600.  Be Happy with its skipper Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric Couture completed two transatlantique races as a solo sailor in 2018 and 2022 and retired the Fastest in 2023.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Jeanneau Sun Fast 37 has a slightly deeper keel and rudder with a lead ballast shoe on the bottom of the iron fin keel<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/reviews\/boat-tests\/jeanneau-sun-fast-37-review-from-the-archive\">3<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Pogo Sailboats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4926\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8460-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8460-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690382890&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;8.3001328021248E-5&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8460.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8460-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8460-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8460-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4926\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8460-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8460-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8460-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8460-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8460-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pogo sailboats have a fixed lead keel that provides stability and ballast<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"http:\/\/interestingsailboats.blogspot.com\/2017\/11\/hull-designperformance-jboats-versus.html?m=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatdesign.net\/threads\/small-irc-sailboats.42039\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>J\/Boats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4928\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8428-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8428-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690382527&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00021901007446343&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8428.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8428-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8428-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8428-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4928\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8428-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8428-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8428-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8428-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8428-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This POGO (IZIPIZU FRA45313) has dual rudders and dual tillers. She retired from Fastnet 2023<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Over 90% of J\/Boats&#8217; ballast is in the fixed lead keel, with the rest in the foil<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"http:\/\/interestingsailboats.blogspot.com\/2020\/10\/2020-middle-sea-race-type-of-hulls-and.html?m=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Regarding whether positive flotation is required for boats under a certain size, the provided search results suggest that boats under a certain size may be required to have positive flotation. According to a post on Boat Design Net, boats may need about 14 cubic feet of positive flotation to compensate for a 900-pound weight, or more if the flotation compartments are filled with foam<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"http:\/\/interestingsailboats.blogspot.com\/2021\/02\/grand-soleil-44-versus-pogo-44-and.html?m=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>. However, the specific regulations and requirements for positive flotation may vary depending on the country and jurisdiction. Many ocean crossings have deployed pool toy inflatables as additional positive flotation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4925\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8455-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8455-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690382762&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0001880052641474&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8455.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8455-225x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8455-768x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8455-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4925\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8455-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8455-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8455-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8455-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8455-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Compare and contrast the types of masts of Sun Fast with Pogo and J boats? Is carbon fiber an option? What is the usual cause of a dismast<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When comparing the types of masts used in Sun Fast, Pogo, and J\/Boats, the information from the search results suggests the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sun Fast Sailboats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The specific type of mast used in Sun Fast sailboats is not mentioned in the provided search results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Pogo Sailboats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The specific type of mast used in Pogo sailboats is not mentioned in the provided search results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>J\/Boats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>J\/Boats use carbon fiber masts in some of their models, such as the J\/111<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jboats.com\/59-boats\/boats\">3<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Regarding the use of carbon fiber masts, research indicates that carbon fiber masts can be lighter and stiffer than aluminum masts, which can significantly improve performance<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatdesign.net\/articles\/mast-materials\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rustleryachts.com\/carbon-v-aluminium-masts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>. However, it is not explicitly mentioned whether Sun Fast or Pogo sailboats offer carbon fiber masts as an option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>indicate that carbon fiber masts can be lighter and stiffer than aluminum masts, which can significantly improve performance<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatdesign.net\/articles\/mast-materials\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a><a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rustleryachts.com\/carbon-v-aluminium-masts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5<\/a>. However, it is not explicitly mentioned whether Sun Fast or Pogo sailboats offer carbon fiber masts as an option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The primary cause is excessive stress, often due to improper handling, defective rigging, or harsh conditions<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatdesign.net\/articles\/mast-materials\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>. Regular inspection of rigging and proper adjustment is crucial to avoid excessive stress on the mast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, while the specific information about the types of masts used in Sun Fast and Pogo sailboats is not available in the provided search results, J\/Boats do offer carbon fiber masts in some of their models. Carbon fiber masts are known for their lighter weight and increased stiffness, which can enhance performance. Excessive stress is the usual cause of a dismasting, emphasizing the importance of proper handling, rigging, and maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What are the advantages and disadvantages of using carbon fiber for sailboat masts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4931\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0631-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0631-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690034523&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0010881392818281&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0631.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0631-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0631-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0631-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4931\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0631-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0631-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0631-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0631-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0631-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Advantages of using carbon fiber for sailboat masts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Carbon fiber is stiffer and weighs less than other mast materials, such as aluminum, which can significantly improve the performance of the sailboat<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rustleryachts.com\/carbon-v-aluminium-masts\/\">1<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatdesign.net\/articles\/mast-materials\/index.htm\">3<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/dspace.mit.edu\/bitstream\/handle\/1721.1\/29562\/52724935-MIT.pdf?sequence=2\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reducing the sailboat&#8217;s overall displacement weight is a worthwhile advantage for racers and lightweight performance cruisers<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rustleryachts.com\/carbon-v-aluminium-masts\/\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carbon fiber masts can be manufactured to be lighter and stiffer than aluminum masts, which can improve the boat&#8217;s speed and handling<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatdesign.net\/articles\/mast-materials\/index.htm\">3<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/dspace.mit.edu\/bitstream\/handle\/1721.1\/29562\/52724935-MIT.pdf?sequence=2\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A lighter mast can reduce pitch and roll in a cruising boat, making it more comfortable for passengers<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cruisersforum.com\/forums\/f48\/carbon-or-aluminium-mast-74224.html\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A stiffer mast can simplify the rig and make it easier to maneuver the boat, especially with a short crew<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"http:\/\/www.lorima-carbon-mast.com\/en\/why-carbon-mast\/\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Disadvantages of using carbon fiber for sailboat masts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4932\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0641-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0641-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690034596&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0016155088852989&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0641.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0641-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0641-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0641-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4932\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0641-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0641-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0641-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0641-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0641-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Carbon fiber masts are quite a lot more expensive than other mast materials, such as aluminum<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rustleryachts.com\/carbon-v-aluminium-masts\/\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carbon fiber masts require specific sail materials that are designed to work with the mast, which can limit the options for sail materials<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/forums.sailinganarchy.com\/threads\/carbon-vs-aluminum-mast-pros-and-cons.161685\/\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carbon fiber masts can be more susceptible to damage from impact or shock than aluminum masts<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/dspace.mit.edu\/bitstream\/handle\/1721.1\/29562\/52724935-MIT.pdf?sequence=2\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4933\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0642-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0642-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690034599&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0011990407673861&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0642.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0642-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0642-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0642-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4933\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0642-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0642-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0642-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0642-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0642-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">MYLLA ESP 3880 finished in 5d 16h 42m rank 129 IRC overall of 358<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, the advantages of using carbon fiber for sailboat masts include improved performance, reduced displacement weight, and simplified rigging. However, the disadvantages include higher cost, limited sail material options, and increased susceptibility to damage from impact or shock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4934\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0464-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0464-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1919\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690029841&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0010224948875256&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0464.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0464-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0464-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0464-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4934\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0464-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0464-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0464-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0464-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0464-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Scarlet Oyster GBR17025 retired from Fastnet 2023. She has 13 Atlantic crossings and has 5 second places and 2 firsts in other Fastnet races. IRC class div 2.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is Cherbourg to the Fastnet Race? Does Cherbourg France have a refurbished marina? What is noteworthy about Cherbourg?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Black Pearl, GBR7017R, of <br \/>RORC \/ NYYC, a <br \/>Botin 56 that finished 2nd in the RORC Transatlantic Race in January of 2023 had rudder problems and retired from Fastnet 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The significance of Cherbourg hosting the finish of the Rolex Fastnet Race can be summarized as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cherbourg, a port town in Normandy, France, has been chosen as the finish location for the biennial Rolex Fastnet Race in 2021 and 2023<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.completefrance.com\/travel\/holidays\/cherbourg-normandy-hosts-fastnet-race-finish-8309050\/\">2<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.imoca.org\/en\/news\/news\/the-rolex-fastnet-race-comes-back-to-cherbourg-in-2023\">3<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This decision expands the race&#8217;s reach and includes Cherbourg and the surrounding Cotentin peninsula as part of the group of coastal territories linked to the prestigious race<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.normandie-tourisme.fr\/highlight\/the-fastnet-race-comes-to-cherbourg\/\">1<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/videos\/981-royal-ocean-racing-club-to-finish-rolex-fastnet-in-cherbourg\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The move to Cherbourg was driven by the increased facilities available, including a refurbished marina and berthing options in the heart of the city<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/news\/1120-rolex-fastnet-race-to-cherbourg-proves-a-resounding-success\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hosting the finish of the Fastnet Race in Cherbourg provides an opportunity for more people to participate in and witness the race, contributing to the growth and popularity of the event<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.normandie-tourisme.fr\/highlight\/the-fastnet-race-comes-to-cherbourg\/\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The 2023 edition of the Fastnet Race will mark its special 50th edition, and the Race Office will be open in Cowes, Hamble, and Cherbourg, with the Race Village in Cherbourg open several days prior to the start<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail-world.com\/news\/251836\/Special-50th-edition-Rolex-Fastnet-Race-in-2023\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For the first time in the history of the Fastnet Race, the port town of Cherbourg will host the finish of the famous biennial Rolex Fastnet Race in both 2021 and 2023<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.normandie-tourisme.fr\/highlight\/the-fastnet-race-comes-to-cherbourg\/\">2<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/afloat.ie\/sail\/events\/fastnet-race\/item\/44734-fastnet-race-to-finish-in-cherbourg-announce-rorc\">3<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The move to finish the race in Cherbourg instead of Plymouth, UK, will allow more people to take part in the race<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/news\/uk-england-devon-50570948\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Fastnet Race is a prestigious offshore yacht race organized by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) of the United Kingdom, and it attracts yachts from around the world<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/competitors\/logistics\/cherbourg-information\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The 2023 edition of the Fastnet Race will have a special 50th edition, and the Race Office will be open in Cowes, Hamble, and Cherbourg from July 17, 2023<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail-world.com\/news\/251836\/Special-50th-edition-Rolex-Fastnet-Race-in-2023\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cherbourg has a refurbished marina that is capable of accommodating large yachts and sailboats<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/competitors\/logistics\/cherbourg-information\">1<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cherbourg is a popular tourist destination in Normandy, known for its rich history, culture, and cuisine<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.normandie-tourisme.fr\/highlight\/the-fastnet-race-comes-to-cherbourg\/\">2<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Cherbourg is a port town in Normandy, France, that is noteworthy for its involvement in the Fastnet Race. Here are some key facts about Cherbourg and its connection to the Fastnet Race:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, the significance of Cherbourg hosting the finish of the Rolex Fastnet Race lies in expanding the race&#8217;s reach, providing enhanced facilities, and offering a new and exciting location for participants and spectators. It strengthens the connection between Cherbourg and the prestigious offshore yacht race, contributing to the growth and success of the event.  There were no British winners. Of the 12 trophies, France won eight, Switzerland three and the USA one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4941\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0643-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0643-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 13 Pro Max&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690034602&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;9&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;32&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0011990407673861&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0643.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0643-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0643-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0643-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0643-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0643-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0643-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0643-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0643-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">EILEAN FRA45612 (foreground in photo) with Solent rigged. A single <a href=\"https:\/\/en.m.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Forestay\">forestay<\/a> that runs from the top of the mast forward to the bow typically is used with roller furling. In this case the roller has been removed and hank on sails would be used in less wind. This one is fitted with a &#8220;solent stay&#8221;.<sup class=\"reference\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.m.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Solent_(sailing_rig)#cite_note-2\">[2]<\/a><\/sup>A solent stay is a moveable stay that is fixed to the top of the mast just below the forestay. When needed to hold the solent sail, the stay is attached to a point just behind the forestay, where it is tensioned with a <a href=\"https:\/\/en.m.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Block_and_tackle\">tackle<\/a> or a <a href=\"https:\/\/en.m.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Highfield_lever\">Highfield lever<\/a>. When not in use, it must be moved out of the way to allow the genoa to be deployed and tacked from side to side. It may be detached and secured just in front of the mast, or led to one side and fastened next to the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.m.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Shroud_(sailing)\">shrouds<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"4956\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_8191-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8191-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690190862&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0029239766081871&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_8191.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8191-300x300.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8191-1024x1024.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8191-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4956\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8191-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8191-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8191-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8191-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8191-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8191-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_8191-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is there a Sunfast 3600 replacement planned? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no clear information about a Sun Fast 3600 replacement. However, there is some information about the Sun Fast 3300, which is a newer model that was first built in 2019. Here is a summary of the information found in the search results:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Sun Fast 3600 is a state-of-the-art racing sailboat that was designed to offer performance, handling, and eye-catching looks<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sea-ventures.co.uk\/jeanneau-yachts\/jeanneau-sun-fast-3600\">3<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is no specific mention of a Sun Fast 3600 replacement in the provided search results. However, there is a reference to a Sun Fast 3300, which is a racing keelboat that was designed by Daniel Andrieu and Guillaume Verdier and first built in 2019<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sun_Fast_3300\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Sun Fast 3300 is optimized for the International Rating Certificate rules and features a fully soft-chined hull made of vacuum-infused polyester fiberglass, a deck-stepped mast, and two sets of swept spreaders<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sun_Fast_3300\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Sun Fast 3300 has a draft of 6.40 ft (1.95 m) with the standard keel, and two 53 U.S. gallons (200 L; 44 imp gal) water ballast tanks are a factory option<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sun_Fast_3300\">5<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Sun Fast 3300 is designed to offer exceptional performance, with unique design features and high form<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail-world.com\/news\/229784\/An-interesting-cluster-develops\">4<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Sun Fast 3600 is still available for purchase on the Jeanneau website, indicating that it is still a current model<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jeanneau.com\/boats\/sailboat\/1-sun-fast\/36-sun-fast-3600\">6<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>This year more competitors erred on caution, exiting the Solent via the calmer waters of the North Channel. Just south of the Needles at 17:00 the Sun Fast 3600 Vari, sailed by Yann Jestin and Romain Baggio, began sinking due to a severe leak in her engine compartment. The experienced doublehanders issued a May Day and took to their liferaft. Within 15 minutes of their discovery, Vari had sunk. As Ju Kyu stood by, after 10 minutes in their liferaft, they were recovered by the Yarmouth lifeboat and taken ashore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition were four dismastings \u2013 Royal Naval Sailing Association\u2019s Yoyo; Nick Martin\u2019s Diablo, Bertrand Daniels\u2019 Mirabelle and Tapio Lehtinen&#8217;s yawl Galiana, while others suffered steering and rigging issues and Richard Matthews\u2019 Oystercatcher XXXV retired with structural deck issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There were also injuries. The Swanage all-weather lifeboat assisted a yacht where one crew had been knocked on the head and fallen overboard. Held on by their tether the crew had been recovered but was semi-unconscious. As the Coastguard helicopter was unable to lower a paramedic, instead the yacht headed for calmer waters where the casualty was transferred to the lifeboat and then to an ambulance in Poole Harbour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the first night HM Coastguard answered 28 \u2018incidents\u2019 (albeit some involving the same boat) while in many other incidents HM Coastguard was not involved, including the mast foot breaking on race veteran G\u00e9ry Trentesaux\u2019s Long Courrier, which retired to Cowes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many crews showed excellent seamanship, choosing to seek shelter until conditions abated. Some continued, others did not. 24 hours into the race more than 100 yachts had retired. In the final tally 166 retired from this year\u2019s race, roughly 39% of the fleet (compared to 45% in 2021 and 76% in 2007). Ironically the next day competitors were contemplating how to negotiate light winds.<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexfastnetrace.com\/en\/news\/1323-a-worthy-50th-rolex-fastnet-race\">A WORTHY 50TH ROLEX FASTNET RACE<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>My tally by class of boats that finished follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>201 of 358 finished in IRC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> 17 of  21 finished in Class 40<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> 27 of  29 finished in IMOCA 60<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  2 of  2 finished in ULTIM 32\/23<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  8 of 15 finished in Multihull MOCRA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> 3 of  5 finished in Ocean 50<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By my tally, 258 of 430 boat\u2019s finished the Fastest 2023. 40% finished and 60% retired. It was a tough race.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, during the Fastnet 2023 race, one Sun Fast 3600 sank and two Sun Fast 3600s lost their masts (of 13) as did a Sun Fast 3200 (of 13 also).  And, the Sun Fast 3300 is a newer model (than the 3200 and 3600) that was introduced in 2019. There were 14 3300s racing.) The Sun Fast 3600 is still available for purchase, indicating that it is still a current model but it may be in the process of being discontinued. The Sun Fast 3200 is a racing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bing.com\/search?q=Keelboat%20wikipedia&amp;form=WIKIRE\">keelboat<\/a>, that is similar to the 3600 that is no longer in production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is noteworthy about the Sunfast 3300 that makes it a replacement for the Sunfast 3600?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"4963\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/img_0714-jpg\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0714-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 7 Plus&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1690718716&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.99&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.00043802014892685&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"img_0714.jpg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0714-300x225.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0714-1024x768.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0714-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4963\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0714-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0714-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0714-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0714-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.eskimo.com\/~mighetto\/murrelet\/Wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/img_0714-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is Orbit, a Sun Fast 3300. Note the standard fin keel with no T or L shaped bulb. 50 percent of a Fastnet crew need not be qualified. This boat is often double handed by one experienced and one uninitiated crew.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Since sailors began to apply sail power to move a boat through the water, stability has been both desirable and challenging. A boat with too little stability simply rolls over when sail area is applied, unless sailing more or less downwind. The Polynesians discovered that you could put a second hull on the downwind side of a sailboat and create stability using buoyancy (and catamarans and trimarans have continued to be the fastest designs of all to this day.) In European ship design, more emphasis was put on creating stability using heavy weight in the bottom of the ship in the form of ballast or a lead or iron keel. As the ship began to heel, the keel swung away from the center of buoyancy of the vessel, and caused a force to be exerted which balanced the force of the sails. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The problem with using keels or ballast is that it is heavy, and heavy boats are generally slower compared lighter boats. In racing boat design, where every pound of unnecessary weight is seen as \u201cthe enemy\u201d, designers began to concentrate the weight lower in the water by increasing the draft of the sailboat and by putting all of the weight in a mass at the very bottom<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/cruisingclub.org\/article\/search-sailboat-stability\">The Search for Sailboat Stability:<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>The availability of water ballast in the Sun Fast 3300 provides several advantages, including the ability to optimize trim, stability, and reduce trailering weight<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bedardyachtdesign.com\/articles\/the-effects-of-water-ballast-on-sailboat-stability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>. Water ballast can be filled and emptied at will, allowing sailors to adjust the boat&#8217;s performance according to different sailing conditions<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bedardyachtdesign.com\/articles\/the-effects-of-water-ballast-on-sailboat-stability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>. It can also contribute to a smoother motion and reduce the hobbyhorse effect of the boat<a class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" href=\"https:\/\/forums.sailboatowners.com\/threads\/water-ballast-pros-cons.127440\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Water ballast is a system that allows boats to add or remove water from tanks located in the hull, providing several advantages. Here are some advantages of having water ballast on a sailboat:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Optimized Trim: Water ballast can be filled or emptied at will, allowing sailors to adjust the boat&#8217;s trim and balance according to changing wind and sea conditions. This flexibility helps optimize performance and maintain the desired sailing characteristics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved Stability: Water ballast can enhance the stability of the boat by lowering the center of gravity and increasing resistance to heeling. This allows the boat to maintain a more upright position, reducing the risk of capsizing and improving overall safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced Trailering Weight: Water ballast can be emptied before transporting the boat on a trailer, reducing the overall weight and making it easier to tow and launch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motion Dampening: The presence of water ballast in the hull can help dampen the boat&#8217;s motion, resulting in a smoother ride and reduced pitching and rolling. This can enhance comfort for the crew, especially during rough sea conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increased Buoyancy: Water ballast provides additional buoyancy, which can be advantageous in heavy weather or when encountering large waves. The extra buoyancy helps the boat stay afloat and maintain control in challenging conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved Stability in Light Winds: Water ballast can help improve stability in light winds by adding weight to the boat, allowing it to maintain speed and momentum.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the specific advantages of water ballast may vary depending on the boat&#8217;s design, size, and sailing conditions. However, the use of water ballast can provide significant benefits for optimizing performance and enhancing safety and comfort on a sailboat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, the Sun Fast 3300 does offer a water ballast option, providing sailors with the flexibility to optimize the boat&#8217;s performance and stability during the Fastnet Race and other sailing endeavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Foils slicing through the waves,<br \/>Water ballast keeping us steady,<br \/>Storm sails at the ready,<br \/>Fastnet 2023, a race to amaze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A new course to challenge our might,<br \/>695 miles to the Rock and almost back,<br \/>Adventure seekers on the attack,<br \/>Like-minded crew, a bond so tight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Double-handed class, a new frontier,<br \/>Pushing limits, testing our skill,<br \/>The thrill of the race, an unforgettable thrill,<br \/>Fastnet 2023, a race to persevere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The memories of the past, a reminder,<br \/>Of the dangers that lurk at sea,<br \/>But we face them with bravery,<br \/>Fastnet 2023, a race to inspire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Foils, water ballast, storm sails, and more,<br \/>Tools to help us conquer the sea,<br \/>Fastnet 2023, a race to be free,<br \/>A journey to remember forevermore.<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Fastnet Race is a prestigious offshore yacht race that has been held since 1925 1. 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