Three navigators from the Saint-Malo region will start the 13th edition of the Route du Rhum on Sunday, November 1.
Sunday, November 1, will mark the launch of the 13th edition of the Route du Rhum, one of the most emblematic ocean crossings in sailing. Initiated by three skippers from the Saint-Malo region, this race will highlight a particular approach to deep-water navigation, centered on what are known as 'vintage' vessels.
These sailors will embark on this adventure aboard monohulls or multihulls that already have a history, privileging the passion for the boat and the human aspect of the competition over the purely technical. Their participation illustrates the region's attachment to maritime traditions, where respect for the machine and love of the ocean remain paramount.
The choice of classic or modified sailing boats gives this leg a unique dimension. The navigators must manage vessels that, although robust, require meticulous maintenance and a fine knowledge of their limitations. This technical requirement enhances the prestige of the crossing and attracts a community of enthusiasts who value performance across varied platforms.
The event will also serve as a springboard for these skippers, who intend to share their experience on the Atlantic. Their progress is closely monitored by sailing enthusiasts, who thereby discover navigation strategies adapted to more classic vessels. This approach contrasts with the ultra-modern foils and reminds us that the beauty of the race also lies in the diversity of the material engaged.
Beyond performance, it is a genuine Saint-Malo maritime heritage that is carried out to sea. These three crew members are placing themselves in the footsteps of the great navigators of the east coast, thus restoring color to an event that celebrates adventure, the fight against the elements, and an unwavering attachment to the boats.
These sailors will embark on this adventure aboard monohulls or multihulls that already have a history, privileging the passion for the boat and the human aspect of the competition over the purely technical. Their participation illustrates the region's attachment to maritime traditions, where respect for the machine and love of the ocean remain paramount.
The choice of classic or modified sailing boats gives this leg a unique dimension. The navigators must manage vessels that, although robust, require meticulous maintenance and a fine knowledge of their limitations. This technical requirement enhances the prestige of the crossing and attracts a community of enthusiasts who value performance across varied platforms.
The event will also serve as a springboard for these skippers, who intend to share their experience on the Atlantic. Their progress is closely monitored by sailing enthusiasts, who thereby discover navigation strategies adapted to more classic vessels. This approach contrasts with the ultra-modern foils and reminds us that the beauty of the race also lies in the diversity of the material engaged.
Beyond performance, it is a genuine Saint-Malo maritime heritage that is carried out to sea. These three crew members are placing themselves in the footsteps of the great navigators of the east coast, thus restoring color to an event that celebrates adventure, the fight against the elements, and an unwavering attachment to the boats.
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Source: Ouest-France