A drone above the altantic. To undertake the crewed around-the-world record is as much about the human adventure as it is a technical and sporting challenge. The men and women working alongside Dona Bertarelli and Yann Guichard at Spindrift racing have been preparing this race against the clock for almost three years. The target: to sail around the world in less than 45 days, 13 hours and 42 minutes. The tough record they will try to beat was set by Loïck Peyron and his crew in 2012 on Banque Populaire V, which was renamed Spindrift 2 a year later. The French-Swiss team decided to use the same 40 m trimaran because they believed that the boat could be further optimised, a task that sailors, engineers and technicians at the team have been working on ever since. After countless hours of work at the boatyard and 40,000 nautical miles of racing and training, the Spindrift racing-prepared trimaran is all set to go. The team will officially go on stand-by on October 19th and wait for the ideal weather window. Spindrift 2 crew for the Jules Verne Trophy Yann Guichard, skipper Dona Bertarelli, helmsman-trimmer Sébastien Audigane, helmsman-trimmer Antoine Carraz, helmsman-trimmer Thierry Duprey du Vorsent, helmsman-trimmer Christophe Espagnon, helmsman-bowman Jacques Guichard, helmsman-trimmer Erwan Israël, navigator Loïc Le Mignon, helmsman-trimmer Sébastien Marsset, équipier d’avant François Morvan, helmsman-trimmer Xavier Revil, helmsman-trimmer Yann Riou, media reporter Thomas Rouxel, helmsman-bowman Jean-Yves Bernot, onshore router Simone Gaeta, substitute Thomas Le Breton, substitute Jules Verne Trophy Start and finish: a line between Créac’h lighthouse (Ushant island) and Lizard Point (England) Course: non-stop around-the-world tour travelling without outside assistance via the three capes (Good Hope, Leeuwin and Horn) Minimum distance: 21,600 nautical miles (40,000 kilometres) Ratification : World Sailing Speed Record Council Time to beat: 45 days, 13 hours, 42 minutes and 53 seconds Average speed: 19.75 knots Date of current record: January 2012 Holder: Banque Populaire V, Loïck Peyron and a 13-man crew Maxi-trimaran joined Spindrift racing on: January 2013 Stand-by start date for Spindrift 2: October 19th, 2015 See more at: https://lc.cx/4JRY __________________________________________________________________ SailingNews TV is the N°1 yachting and sailing channel. We cover all the major sailing events: America's Cup, Volvo Ocean Race, Vendée Globe, World Match Racing Tour and many more. We also help you discover new places. SailingNews TV channel also features boat tests, practical video guides and interviews with sailors. Sailing News TV is the Youtube Channel you should subscribe to if you like sailing. Subscribe to SailingNewsTV ▶ https://www.youtube.com/user/TheSaili... Facebook ▶ http://goo.gl/NQpZMv Twitter ▶ http://goo.gl/8UfmLY

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Would you choose this elegant cruiser for solo voyaging or full‑crew ocean passage? Spirit Yachts Spirit 50 CR © Spirit Yachts Ltd. Length: 50 ft (15.24 m) Beam: 13 ft (4.0 m) Draft: 8 ft (2.44 m) Displacement: approx. 16 tons (14,515 kg) Top Speed (under sail): 9+ knots Price: approx. US\$ 2.4 Million The Spirit 50 CR (Center Cockpit) merges timeless teak-and-mahogany craftsmanship with full composite engineering for serious offshore cruising. Designed with seaworthiness in mind, its centre‑cockpit layout enhances safety and visibility while providing a spacious owner’s suite aft and flexible guest cabins below deck. With robust sail handling systems and a fine-honed hull, she delivers confident bluewater performance. The interior reflects bespoke elegance: handcrafted joinery, practical lash points, and customizable layout options for extended voyages. The elevated cockpit and protected helm make this yacht ideal for sailors who want effortless comfort at sea without compromising style or seaworthiness. #SpiritYachts #BluewaterCruiser #ClassicDesign #HarbourMasters

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A Humpback whale sings then breaches close enough for Nicole to feel the splash! Nicole filmed this while swimming in the open ocean near Moorea, French Polynesia (by Tahiti). Nothing to do with sailing but too good not to share with you right away... By the way, we were being guided by a whale expert who ensured we did not impact the whale in any way. Before this encounter we swam some distance away from a boat that was drifting with it's engine off, then allowed the whale to approach us (or not) on his own terms. Humpback Whales https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humpback_whale Whale Breaching https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cetacean_surfacing_behaviour#Breaching_and_lunging

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Embark on an unforgettable sailing adventure! Join us as we explore ancient ruins, discover breathtaking bays, and experience smooth sailing across the open sea. Witness the beauty of the coastal areas, visit historical sites, and share our journey. Get ready for stunning visuals and the ultimate sailing vlog experience! #SailingVlog #SailingAdventures #TravelVlog #AncientRuins #CoastalExploration #BoatLife #SailingLife #OpenSea #HistoricalSites #Travel

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