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1. The phrase “feeling blue” originated at sea. When a ship lost its captain during a voyage, the sailors would sail blue flags, indicating their loss. Today, when you say you feel blue, you are feeling sad. 2. Sailing has been part of the Olympics since 1896. Except for the 1904 Summer Games, sailing has been included in all modern Olympic games. That makes it one of the longest running Olympic disciplines around. 3. Sailing around the world westward is more difficult than eastward. Most world-record contenders choose to sail eastward due to the stronger and more predictable winds and currents that push eastward in the Southern Hemisphere. 4. “He’s a loose cannon” is another phrase with sailing roots. The cannons on a ship could weigh up to 3,400 pounds. Just as a loose cannon could cause damage on ship, a person referred to as such may also create unwelcome situations. 5. The world-record sailing speed is 65.45 knots (121km/h). As of November 2012, the fastest sailing speed on record is held by Australian Paul Larsen. His specially designed Sailrocket 2 has an unconventional design meant for high-speed sailing.

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Tribute to Mama Piru. «An incredible woman and ambassador of the Race for Water foundation left us. I met Mama Piru during our first odyssey in May 2015 when we came to study the marin plastic wastes on the Island of the Rapa Nui. She quickly opened her doors and gave her trust. She is a leader who dedicated her life to preserve the heritage, the culture and the environment of the Island. An engaging person, animated by a strength and faithless. She fought everyday to improve the Rapa Nui conditions. She stand for her people in front of the United Nations and the brought together people. Mama Riu will stay in our heart forever. What a joy to have met her and gain her trust. A heartfelt thanks to you, Mama Piru. » Marco Simeoni. The Race for Water Foundation is dedicated to the preservation of the water and the oceans in particular. Today, seriously under threat from plastic pollution, it is imperative that this essential resource for life is protected.To prevent plastic waste from reaching the waterways and oceans by developing social models and business models that give value to plastic waste and hence encourage its collection. Follow the odyssey : → Website : https://www.raceforwater.org/ → Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/raceforwaterfoundation/ → Twitter : https://www.twitter.com/RaceForWater → Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/raceforwater

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With 12 days until the international Multihull show in La Grande Motte, here's the next in the series on the catamarans that are exhibiting there! ▫️ ➡️ Swipe 5 boats ▫️ 👉 Subscribe to @katamaranscom 👈 for more boatshow updates. ▫️ Which boats do you want to check out at the International Multihull Show ? ▫️ LGM Kats ▫️ 1. Balance 442 The "baby" of the range, but still with an exquisite finish 2. Alegria 67 Pure luxury from Fountaine-Pajot. Jacuzzi in the forward cockpit anyone? 3. C-48 The winner of the 2023 Multihull of the Year is back. 4. VPLP GP70 The world premiere of this luxury performance cat. 5.Aquila 42 A great looking power cat from this fast growing manufacturer ▫️ #boatshow #sailing #yachts #new #multihulls #boats

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