 the 3rd of December, 2008, VESTAS SAILROCKET set a new ‘B’ class world record of 47.36 knots over a 500 meter course. This gave her the unofficial title of the worlds fastest boat… but still 3.21 knots short of the Outright world record currently held by the kitesurfers. During their final attempt the craft lost ‘pitch stability’. The nose lifted up at near on 60 mph and performed a spectacular semi-loop… More info
Ultra triathlete, cyclist and runner Suzy Degazon had the chance to sit down with Jeremiah Wiscovitch (formerly of Rock Racing) last week to share his thoughts of pro cycling and what he is looking forward to in the future…
Can you tell us a little about yourself and how you got involved in cycling?
My name is Jeremiah Wiscovitch and just turned 25, I come from a BMX racing background where I spent the last 4 years racing nationally all across the country. I really wouldn’t have even picked up a bike if it wasn’t for the owner of Incycle bicycles (Dominic Galenti) and my Dad (Al Wiscovitch), they were the ones that convinced me that road cycling was … More info
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An American sailing club argued Tuesday before New York’s top court that it is the legitimate Challenger of Record for the America’s Cup, not the Spanish association that was selected by the Swiss club holding the trophy.
The case before the Court of Appeals pits San Francisco’s Golden Gate Yacht Club, which backs BMW Oracle Racing, and Societe Nautique de Geneve, the Swiss club that backs two-time defending champion Alinghi.
Each accuses the other of trying to get an edge through maneuvering on dry land. The Swiss are accused of choosing an easy challenger who …Â More info
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Ski freaks and mountain bikers, Whistler calling. Spring’s coming right around the corner, and if you’re already dreading the depressing approach of wildflowers in bloom and the impending snow melt that mark the end of ski season, do not despair. That behemoth of a mountain, British Columbia’s Whistler Blackcomb Resort, is also a lesser known summer paradise.
Many tourists, ski bums, and bunnies know that the mountain is open for what you may assume to be a watered down source of warm month revenue. Fewer have given it much of a chance to be notably fun in the off season. This means that you’ll have the Vegas of Skiing without the Vegas if you go May through October. You’ll practically have the place to yourself… More info