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1000 Mile Race
The Most Challenging Race Of The Northernmost North Sea
The challenging 1000 Mile RaceThe 1000-Mile Doublehanded is perhaps the most challenging race of the northernmost North Sea. This rugged competition combines long-distant sailing with serious competitive racing. If you love a good challenge - and want a great excuse for a wild vacation - register now.
The 1000-Mile Doublehanded 2008 consists of 5 legs between Holland , UK (Newcastle). Norway (Bergen) and the Shetland Islands (Lerwick) - and finishes in Newcastle.
| 1. | Holland | - | Newcastle | (08 June 2008) | ||
| 2. | Newcastle | - | Bergen | |||
| 3. | Bergen | - | Lerwick | (18 June 2008) | ||
| 4. | Lerwick | - | Bergen | (22 June 2008) | ||
| 5. | Bergen | - | Newcastle |
The legs 3 and 4 are also part of the Shetland-Bergen Races 2008, so prizes will be awarded in both Lerwick and Bergen. The winner of the 1000-Mile Doublehanded will be announced at the awards ceremony in Autumn 2008.
Competing Yachts In The 1000 Mile RaceWho can participate?
All experienced sailors seeking serious short-handed sailing competition. Your boat must be 27 ft LOA or more, and manned by two people. At least one crewmember must complete the entire race. The only exception is the Open650 class, which will be held if sufficient registrations are received. To qualify, a non-stop cruise in open sea must be made.
Skills and thrills - and fun
We're not just in this to tackle the elements - we want to enjoy the company of our fellow sailors. So we designed the 1000-Mile Doublehanded with fleet restarts at the beginning of each leg, so all competitors, be they fast or not-so-fast, stay together and enjoy the fun at every stopover.
More info
For more detailed information and how to participate, please visit 1000mile.org.
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2008 Photo Competition
VisitShetland are pleased to announce their fourth annual photographic competition, open to local and visiting amateur photographers. The competition seeks entries which capture the imagination and the role that the Shetland landscape plays in our cultural identity.
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Shetland Food Directory
From lamb to seafood, Shetland's produce is considered a benchmark for quality. A new website, The Shetland Food Directory, lists sources of fine Shetland food and drink and some of the wonderful places to eat out in Shetland.
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Swan Trips 2008
Enjoy a trip on the Swan this summer and experience the world of a resilient vessel restored to glory. Join a crew who love the sea, and be part of a learning experience!
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