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Ellen MacArthur Trust ambassador Daniel Monk joins Clipper 07-08

28 August 2007

Dan Monk with Sir Robin and Dame Ellen

Daniel will become the first Ellen MacArthur Trust ambassador to take on this epic challenge. Dan, who was diagnosed with leukemia in 2001, first sailed with The Ellen MacArthur Trust in 2003 joining other young children who were suffering or in recovery from cancer or leukemia on a four-day trip…

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MarineTrack becomes official Race Supplier

28 August 2007

“I am delighted Clipper has chosen MarineTrack as the official tracking supplier for the Clipper 07-08 Race,” said Andy Haffenden, Operations Director at MarineTrack.  “This decision endorses our commitment to…

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L.E. West becomes Official Race Supplier

14 August 2007

In the case of an offshore emergency it is essential to have the necessary medical supplies on board to ensure that the highest quality of care can be provided.  L.E.…

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Marlow becomes Official Race Supplier

14 August 2007

For the third time in the 12-year history of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race Marlow Ropes will be supplying the cordage for Clipper fleet.  Their ability to combine…

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Isn’t she lovely…?

09 August 2007

At 120 kg these sails take teamwork to handle and it’s a lengthy operation to get the new mainsail in position. Luckily there was only a very slight breeze as…

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The Clipper 68 Yachts

07 August 2007

Like the Clipper Race, the yachts are truly international.

The boats were designed by Englishman Ed Dubois, a renowned naval architect; the hulls were built in…

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Durban’s drive and determination

02 August 2007

Durban 2010’s position in the parade past Hull Marina was flawless. We held an exact boat length, in perfect formation behind Liverpool. Great helming and throttle control was not the…

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Hull & Humber Diary Entry 30 July

01 August 2007

Having spent time in Hull marina and being a huge part of the festivities it was once again time to get back to work and start sailing again on the…

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One Hull of a weekend for the Clipper 07-08 fleet

29 July 2007

On Friday evening at a special prize-giving event in Humber Quays next to the Humber River the winning Hull & Humber crew were presented with the Wilberforce Challenge Cup. The…

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Uniquely Singapore sailors meet the Royal Navy

29 July 2007

Crew members from HMS York, one of the Royal Navy’s Type 42 Destroyers, are also in Hull at the moment. Captain of the ship, Commander Tim Cryar, who took command…

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