The recent Offshore Double Handed Worlds run out of Cowes and organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club suggests that this could be a successful format for the future. But the event also provided guide lines for a new way of holding keel boat racing in the future. Given the widespread concerns about the ever spiralling costs of 'big boat' racing and how future generations will be able to afford it, the Offshore Double Handed Worlds provided some interesting ideas.

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The ALUCAT W10 is a genuine multi-purpose boat with a catamaran hull designed for all user groups. The boats are especially suited for use by professionals and public authorities. These boats have first-class running characteristics even with heavy loads and the deck areas may be easily adapted to suit the intended purpose. The ALUCAT W10 is extremely stable, safe and economical. The planing threshold of the ALUCAT is next to nothing and it moves steadily even through waves. The ALUCAT allows large side loads and can carry substantial overall loads. ALUCAT boats are always equipped according to the customer's wishes. Alucat W10 is an accessible boat for people with challenged physical mobility, e.g. using a wheelchair.

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After a great start on the J109 GTR the A35 was on the prowl with their big mast head kite casting a wind shadow over the race leader. We made a poor decision not to stay clear ahead at all cost which ended up us costing the race. The A3 slipped to leeward, got out of the tide, lead at the first mark before sailing away to take the race victory. The team at bottom up boats hope you are enjoying our short bits of the 2025 racing season.

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