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► Las Palmas, almost an unavoidable stopover on the Atlantic route from Europe, welcomed thousands of sailors during the month of November, when the north-easterly trade winds begin to set in. These crews included a total of 1,300 sailors flying the ARC colors (ARC and ARC +) aboard 253 sailboats. During our visits to the pontoons, we got a measure of the Starlink revolution: only one entrant was equipped last year, compared with 80% of the fleet today... The quality of the connections offered by this satellite operator makes it possible to efficiently follow weather developments, keep in touch those ashore and even work as if at the office! For the first time since we’ve been following ocean-going crews, Vincent, aboard Outremer 51 Piment Rouge, will be sharing his transatlantic passage with us via his videos, which we’ll be relaying. Another special feature of this 2023 edition will be the large number of diesel cans strapped to the guardwires: in a context of very light winds, unusual for the season, the engines (authorized with a penalty for the Multihull category) are likely to be much in demand aboard many of the multihulls. After two weeks of seminars, meetings and safety inspections, the atmosphere on the docks was becoming truly electric during the last three days running up to the start. Studying the weather, stocking up on fresh supplies, washing fruit and vegetables - everyone realized that there was an ocean to cross... Some crew members are more Zen than others: the oldest sailor in the ARC, Joff Hutchinson, 89, declared: “I’ve been sailing for 82 years and I’ve always wanted to cross the Atlantic. Now that my sons have retired, there’s no better time”. The start was relaxed, with the fleet setting off in a light southerly breeze and glorious sunshine, guaranteeing a smooth start for everyone to get their sea legs. ► Become a FREE SUBSCRIBER to Multihulls World's YouTube page now - https://www.youtube.com/c/MultihullsWorld ► Log on to our website to discover over 500 multihulls tests! Subscribe to our newsletter to take advantage of our promotions and boat show invitations! https://www.multihulls-world.com/ ► Follow us on Facebook! https://m.facebook.com/MultihullsWorldMag/?locale2=fr_FR ► Discover us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/multihulls_world/ ► Follow our multi news on X - https://twitter.com/multihullsworld?lang=fr ► Let’s talk about business https://www.linkedin.com/company/multicoques-mag-multihulls-world/ ► Like us on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@multihullsworldmag #arcrally #multicoquesmag #multihullsworld #catamaran #transatlantic #bluewatersailing #trimaran #laspalmas #santalucia #emmanuelvandeth #catamaranpimentrouge #outremeryachting #outremer51

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Giorno 68 - la bella Cadice È una domenica serena a Cadice. Una domenica lenta, di quelle che piacciono a me. Ci alziamo con calma, senza sveglia. Chi prepara il caffè, chi rimane a dormire fino a tardi. Il Sole scalda la pelle e i nostri visi si arrossano in fretta, mentre camminiamo a piedi scalzi sulla sabbia fredda di un Oceano già pronto all’inverno. Le chiacchiere, il buon cibo, la bella compagnia, i discorsi difficili ma necessari, la gioia di condividere un momento sereno tutti insieme. La leggerezza ci accompagna fino al tramonto. Poi Starlink smette di funzionare e ci riporta bruscamente con i piedi per terra. D’altra parte, una cosa che mi insegna vivere qui è che gli imprevisti sono davvero all’ordine del giorno. Per quelli tireremo come sempre un coniglio fuori dal cappello e li risolveremo. Invece per conservare la polvere magica di una giornata così semplice ma così straordinaria il tempo non è mai abbastanza. ❤️ Camilla #barcaavela #barcavela #vivereinbarca #vitainbarca #domenica #vibes #cadice #oceano

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The Great Inagua Lighthouse has missing steps, a hole in the floor, and a rusted top handrail.It's a scary climb, but there are great views from the top! It seems to be working alright. @SailingGlacierGem

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Just launched custom harbormaster vessel for Portland Harbor, Maine. Built by Lyman-Morse Workboats in Thomaston, Maine. Every detail was purpose-built, from a fully customized layout to a lithium-ion powered A/C system and dual-helm configuration, ensuring efficient, reliable performance for the team that manages one of New England's most active harbors.

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