Groupama 3—
Taming the Beast

With four records already under its belt, the G Class multihull Groupama 3 is on stand-by  for an attempt at the big one —the Jules Verne Trophy, a coveted prize for the fastest circumnavigation around the world. To learn more about the Harken gear that controls and transforms this beast’s power into forward motion: http://www.harken.com/Racing/Groupama.php

Dean Brenner, Chairman Olympic Sailing Committee—
“Support our Sailors, Spend Intelligently & Think Long Term”

In this don’t-miss interview, Dean Brenner discusses funding, support, selection trials and other plans for the development of the US Olympic team. Dean also discusses his initiatives for elite youth development. “”we are taking a group of elite younger sailors and giving them access to Olympic-calibre coaching, giving them some funding, team gear and exposure to our Olympic athletes: http://www.harken.com/Interviews/DeanBrennerQandA.php

Around the Ocean or Around the Buoys—
An Interview with Mike Sanderson

 Mike Sanderson has done it all—from multiple America’s Cup campaigns, to helming the Volvo 70 ABN AMRO ONE to a win in the Volvo Ocean Race. Beside his opinions on the America’s Cup, Volvo Ocean Race, Open 60s, learn some Sanderson fun facts: Why did he build a powerboat? How did he get the nickname Moose? http://www.harken.com/Interviews/Sanderson.php
 
 

Got Questions About Electric Winches?

We have answers—from why they’re a great idea for your cruiser, right down to facts you need to know. How do I size electric winches? What type of batteries do I need? How much electricity do electric winches use?
http://www.harken.com/winches/electricwinches.php

“Hike Hard and Have fun”—
Radial Sailor Anna Tunnicliffe

First in the 2007 ISAF World Rankings, Laser Radial star AnnaTunicliffe will represent the U.S. at the 2008 Olympics in Qingdao. How did college sailing prepare her for the international circuit, why did she choose the Radial over the 470, what would she miss most on the boat if she forgot it? http://www.harken.com/speedteam/AnnaTunnicliffe.php
For the latest thinking on Laser deck layouts http://www.harken.com/OneDesign/laser.php

The SailTrim Journals

Sailing is a fountain of youth and keeps you fit for a lifetime! The SailTrim Journal  is a sailing health and fitness e-magazine that tells you how! Super articles on strength training, nutrition, and exercising for sailors on-the-go! Plus tips on keeping the ocean blue. Plenty of great link-thru’s too. http://www.sailtrim.org/images/January_2008_Preview.pdf
To subscribe: http://www.sailtrim.org/sailtrimmembers/subscriptionpage.html

Looking for answers?

Try our tech service specialists! Neil, Rick and Jim are easy to reach through email at technicalservice@harken.com , or by phone at 262-691-3320. Mike Lee, our technical support specialist in Newport, RI can be reached at 401-849-8278.