The Earth has once again reached the apex of its annual wobbling, which is to say that it’s ever so sunny and warm down below the planetary waistline, and oh so cold and dark above. That’s right, the Winter Solstice is upon us, and the holiday festivities abound for keeping us all… Well if not “Happy,” at least less sullen. Let’s face it: Winter’s gloom can be hard on the emotionally solar-powered, and many boaters are, dare we say, photophiles?
Some folks, on the other hand, thrive in colder-than-cold weather and long dark nights. They see Old Man Winter’s annual visit as an opportunity to bundle up, break out the big kid toys, and hit the slopes or the ice. In this case, as you can see, these hardy souls view a good hard freeze as an opportunity to raise sail, and perhaps raise a little Hell at the same time. After all, ice sailing is not for the faint of heart  … Details & Pictures
It is as misunderstood as it is magnificent; as bewildering as it is breathtaking. Formula One powerboat racing is the pinnacle of international marine-based motorsport and yet remains ignored by the majority of the population – despite the country hosting two of the World Championship season’s eight rounds.