SailGP CEO Russell Coutts discusses breaking even, expanding the competition, and nurturing the next generation of sailors in an exclusive conversation with Boating New Zealand.
The partial remains of a historic waka have been discovered on Rēkohu Wharekauri Chatham Island, marking a significant moment for New Zealand’s cultural and maritime heritage.
The little clinker’s been fitted with numerous propulsion systems over the years but, tantalisingly, the research suggests she was first electrically-powered when big, heavy batteries and equally big, heavy DC motors were only just becoming established in New Zealand.
A casual examination of boats in a marina usually reveals a litany of battlescars – scrapes and dings sustained during tricky berthing attempts. Wind, prop-walk, lack of confidence – they all play a part. A DIY bow thruster can help.
SailGP CEO Russell Coutts discusses breaking even, expanding the competition, and nurturing the next generation of sailors in an exclusive conversation with Boating New Zealand.
The partial remains of a historic waka have been discovered on Rēkohu Wharekauri Chatham Island, marking a significant moment for New Zealand’s cultural and maritime heritage.