Hey! It’s European Maritime Day!
May 20, 2008
Ireland is a maritime nation right? Well today apparently is European Maritime Day. What is European Maritime Day then?
According to the European Parliament Web site…
The European Maritime Day highlights the contribution that oceans and seas make to helping Europe meet the challenges of a globalised world. It is an opportunity to celebrate Europe’s maritime heritage and maritime identity. It aims to raise awareness of the importance of the maritime industries and sectors in Europe’s overall economy, and emphasise the key role of Europe’s coastal regions.
So there you have it. And if you want to know more, don’t try searching for it on any Irish Government related website. Instead the EU has asked and answered the question “Why does the EU need a maritime day?”
ACC Bank Cork Week 2008. Message for those racing in an IRC class
May 6, 2008
Via the ACC Bank Cork Week Web site.
Are you intending to race at ACCBank Cork Week 2008?
If so, and you are racing in an IRC class (except the Gentleman`s Class) you will require an ENDORSED 2008 IRC certificate to be eligible to race.
An ‘Endorsed` IRC certificate is one for which the data on the certificate has been audited and if necessary verified by measurement or other methods. The 2005 IRC Congress agreed that a set of common standards for the IRC Rating Authority and Rule Authorities to apply when endorsing a boat’s IRC certificate should be developed and published: these are available on our website www.rorcrating.com
If you do not yet hold a 2008 certificate you will need to submit a revalidation form to renew a 2006 or 2007 certificate; or a new application form which is available on our website www.rorcrating.com. These must be returned to the relevant office (see below).
If you do not already hold an Endorsed certificate, please contact the relevant office AS SOON AS POSSIBLE to find out about requirements for Endorsement:
GBR boats - the RORC Rating Office tel 01590 677030 e-mail info@rorcrating.com
IRL boats - the Irish Sailing Association tel 01 2710101 e-mail irc@sailing.ie
Other overseas boats - your local IRC Rule Authority as listed on our website www.rorcrating.com and in the back of the 2008 IRC Yearbook.
Malahide Boat Show. Lombard on the Water Boat Show
April 16, 2008
The Lombard on the Water Boat Show is almost upon us. It takes place from Thursday 24th April to Sunday 27th at Malahide Marina. The show is expecting to have over 100 boats on show at the Marina. As well as boats on the water, the show will have over 50 exhibitors under cover on the hard deck.
According to the Marina, visitors parking will be off site with a park and ride facility to the marina. The seaward car park will be restricted to annual permit holders only. The car park on the railway side will be used for boat show exhibits.
Cork Week 2008
April 2, 2008
It’s hard to believe but we’re already in April which means that the ACCBank Cork Week 2008 which takes place from Saturday the 12th of July to Friday 18th July is not too far away. With six different race courses and more than 20 classes competing, it promises to be a great week of sailing.
The site has news updates and an RSS feed so if you’re taking part this year, get the feed for the latest updates.
Volvo Ocean Race. Not Long Now
March 31, 2008
Howth Yacht Club Autumn League
August 30, 2007
The very popular Autumn League run by Howth Yacht Club gets underway in just over two weeks time on Sunday 16th September. The club is expecting 170 boats over 12 classes to take part in the six race series. The series will end on Saturday 20th October.
Visit the HYC site for more information on the Autumn League and entry forms
Howth Harbour and Yacht Club Satellite View
International Dragon Boat 2007 World Championships
August 28, 2007
The International Dragon 2007 World Championships get underway next Sunday hosted by the Royal St George Yacht Club in Dublin. The Dragon is a truly beautiful Yacht. Here’s a video from the Swiss Championships.
Other Resources
The International Dragon Association
Fastnet Race 2007
August 13, 2007
After a 25 hour delay due to a severe weather warning, the Rolex Fastnet Race 2007 finally got underway today. Still it looks like it might be pretty tough on some of the smaller yachts taking part. From the official Rolex Fastnet Race site..
Chris Tibbs, the meteorologist for the Rolex Fastnet Race, has forecast a south-westerly wind, Force 3/4 (7 - 16 kts) for tomorrow’s start. Tuesday should see the strongest winds, likely to be near the Lizard and Land’s End with the wind south-southwest Force 6/7 (25 - 38 kts), with a possible increase to gale-force Force 8 (34 - 40 kts). By then, the bigger boats will be past and the smaller boats will still have options for shelter if the breeze strengthens.
Yikes. There are several Irish Yachts taking part and a great way to follow progress is via the Google Earth file.
La Solitaire Yacht Race.
July 30, 2007
Paul O Riain will set off tomorrow as the sole Irish sailor in the 38th edition of La Solitare. The race is made up of four legs between 3 countries. France, Ireland and Spain are the three countries and the race will mean 13 days at sea and covering a distance of 1,876 miles. Leg one, which starts tomorrow is from Caen to Crosshaven a distance of 415 miles.
50 skippers will take to the starting line tomorrow. We’ll follow progress here on Bear180.
Owens and Lawton secure second Olympic place for Ireland in 470 class
July 13, 2007
Ger Owens and Phil Lawton have succeeded in taking the 21st and final Olympic qualifying spot for Ireland in the 470 class at the ISAF World Sailing Championships. This is the second Olympic spot that Ireland have secured during these championships following Tim Goodbody’s earlier success in the Finn class.
Check out Sail TV for live coverage from Cascais and other events.