The ARC is a ‘must do’ for many sailors, and attracts over 200 boats and 1200 people every year to sail 2700 NM across the Atlantic from Gran Canaria to Saint Lucia.
The ARC is for everyone; families with children, tough racers, cruising couples, big boats and modest boats. Crossing the Atlantic together, but having their own adventures. More than just a boat race, the ARC is about friendships made ashore in the two weeks of pre-departure activities continued over the radio net at sea. It’s about arriving in Saint Lucia to be met on the dock with a rum punch and a chilled beer, knowing you have achieved something fantastic - crossing an ocean on a small sailboat.
“I would like to take the opportunity to thank you and your team for a great event, and most probably one of the best experiences of my life” Max Klink, yacht Caro (GER)
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Welcome to Saint Lucia ARC 2024!.
10/12/2024
Welcome to Saint Lucia!First to finish on Friday 6 December was the largest boat in ARC 2024, the Southern Wind 105GT No Rush (IMN), owned by Ghada Barsoum and skippered by Diogo Cayolla. Diogo explained, “We played it safe, we didn’t want to risk any damage. We just wanted to cross and have a good experience.” Despite the careful sail plan, the top speed was 22.6 knots; “It’s a lot” added...
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Inspirational Transatlantic Journeys.
10/12/2024
The ARC (Atlantic Rally for Cruisers) is not just a challenging ocean crossing, but also an opportunity for sailors to raise awareness and support for important causes. The inspiring crews of three yachts in the 140-strong ARC 2024 fleet are demonstrating that the spirit of adventure extends far beyond the open sea, making a lasting and meaningful impact for those in need.Kari of...
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Karolina Viking - rescue at sea.
04/12/2024
Cinderella to the rescueCongratulations to the great seamanship of Gerald Smith and his crew on the Jongert 20DS Cinderella di Sanremo, who rescued the crew of the Leopard 45 catamaran Karolina Viking when it started sinking on Monday.Johan and Hana Skold's catamaran began taking on water late on Sunday leading to a Mayday call at 03:00 UTC on Monday morning.Karolina's crew beleived they could...
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12/12/2024
Ingrid - Dag 17 - 11 december
Hej på er från ett varmt Atlanten!I skrivandets stund har vi 251 sjömil kvar till St Lucia och vi satsar fortfarande på att hamna halvvägs i fältet. Som vi skrev tidigare idag så har det varit en varm och solig dag och den har spenderats i vattnets
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11/12/2024
Adrienne - Dart nach dem Sturm
11.12.2024 … Auf zu neuen Ufern – Tag 18 auf See…19:16 Uhr 14°30,40’N 056°43,92’ W, 245 nm (!) to go.Die Nacht:Rotglühende Wolken, wie Engelsflügel gleich, faszinieren die Crew der Adrienne am Abend. Lange stehen sie als Zeichen für die
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11/12/2024
Ingrid - Dag 17 - 11 december
Ett kort inlägg, kommer mer senare.Kl 10 blev det ett efterlängtat badstopp!32 grader i luften och det är 29,4 grader i vattnet.Nu är det inte långt till vi är framme! I can’t wait.image1
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11/12/2024
Ingrid - Dag 16 - 10 december
Dag 16 - 10 december Hej på er alla därhemma!Nu sitter jag här på nattskiftet 00-04 och skriver till er. Det är 30 grader utomhus och himlen bjuder på ett vackert skådespel med åska väster, öster och norr om oss. Vi hör Inget mullrande för det är
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11/12/2024
Bluejay - Blog 11/12
Wednesday 11thDecember It's two weeks today untilChristmas, not that you would really know that without looking at a calendaronboard Bluejay. Although we've played the odd Christmas tune, we're far removedfrom the commercial bright lights of the
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