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About the race
Rolex Middle Sea Race 2012
The brutal Rolex Middle Sea Race is held every year, in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, following one of the most beautiful routes on the racing circuit. The race starts in Malta, runs around Sicily, including an active volcano – Stromboli. The race is part of the ‘legendary 600′ – Fastnet, Carribean 600 and the Middle Sea Race. It is organised jointly by the Royal Malta Yacht Club and RORC.
The nature of the race is demanding and it is definitely not ‘champagne on the foredeck’. Some experience is desirable, although not necessary, it’s just that you would get much more out of the race if this is not your first time sailing ever. You have to be ready for some discomfort, the race is 6 to 7 days, there is never enough sleep! Plenty of food though., although it is mainly of the ‘add water to make soft’ variety! There is no other way to win this tough race, it can be fairly brutal and you need to be aware of what it’s all about.
- When: End of october 2012, 10 days
- Who: Professional skipper and first mate. And you, of course!
- Yacht: Dufour 44 Race. See below.
- Where: Malta
- Cost: £2100
- Payment: 50% deposit. Balance by 1st of August, please.
- Additional expenses: Food ashore.
- Accomodation: Onboard.
Our Racing Yacht
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In 2012 we shall be racing our Dufour 44 – ‘Capstan 777′. The yacht is a proper racer, with modified bulkheads, doors etc, to reduce weight, a massive sail wardrobe and a good IRC rating (1.090).
- Year: 2008
- LOA: 13.35m/44ft
- IMS GPH: 589.5
- IMS PLT: 0.77
- IMS PLD: 46.7
- IRC TCC: 1.092 (2011)
What’s included:
- 10 days yacht charter.
- Training sessions in Malta
- ‘Coastal Races’ (Practice races before Rolex Middle Sea Race)
- Safety gear
- Food onboard
- Team uniform
- Entry fees
- Marina fees
