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PRESS CONTACT: AGENCE M ER & MEDIA
French Press:
Fabrice Thomazeau
Tel: +33 (0) 2 99 23 83 83 –
Mob: +33 (0)6 86 00 06 73
Email: [email protected]
International Press:
Sabina Mollart-Rogerson
Tel: + 34 666 759 530
Email: [email protected]
US press:
Barby MacGowan, Media Pro Int’l
Tel: +1 401 849 0220 – Mob: +1 401 225 0249
Email: [email protected]
PRESS CONTACT: LES VOILES DE SAINT-BARTH
General Manager:
Francois Paul Tolede
Tel: +590 (0) 690 441 441
Email: [email protected]
Media:
Carol Ann Vangindertael
Tel: + 590 (0) 590 27 20 64 – Mob: +590 (0) 690 57 75 37
Email: [email protected]
Race logistics director
Luc Poupon
Email: [email protected]
Public Relations Director
Annelisa Gee
Tel: +590 (0) 590 27 96 30 – Mob: +590 (0) 690 67 24 00
Email: [email protected]
Logistic and Coordination Manager
Xavier Marchal
Tel: +33 (0) 6 87 69 34 13
Email: [email protected]
Regatta summary
What’s new in 2011?
The organizing committee
The classes
Personalities
The competitive angle
Event Program
The Race village
The island of saint Barthelemy
Media info
The event Partners
Les Voiles de Saint Barth: Presentation of the event
After a successful first edition in April of 2010, and in response to the praise and enthusiasm of
the participants, the VDSB organization promptly established the dates for its second edition in
2011. Fist the event found a date on the Caribbean Regatta calendar and word of mouth
publicity did the rest. The positive feedback and appreciative words traveled with the ever
moving sailing community and sailing enthusiasts drawing tremendous interest in the event.
Quickly the organizing team went to work on trying to make an even better event on all levels
and sent out the invitations for 2011.
In 2010, the Collectivity of Saint-Barthélemy, the Tourism Board, and the Saint Barth Yacht
Club decided to create a new nautical event in one of the world’s most beautiful settings. The
president of the Collectivity, Bruno Magras, explained, “in developing this event, it was a
decision to make a tribute to the island’s past”. Saint Barthelemy has long been known as a
rendez vous point for sailing yachts and for amicable regattas. Les Voiles de Saint Barth further
confirms that an emphasis on nautical activities is part of the island vision for the future as well.
The Caribbean regatta calendar is very full but Les Voiles de Saint Barth is conveniently placed
after the Heineken and Bucket Regattas and before Antigua Race week.
Les Voiles de Saint Barth is a five-class regatta encompassing the most modern yacht as well
as the classics, super yachts and multihull. The event brings together some of the oldest
vessels and personalities in the Caribbean with some of the most state of the art boats and the
youngest most accomplished new generation of sailors.
On the program there is four days of racing on a diversity of courses and a lay day offering the
opportunity to the teams to take advantage of the island on land. The hope to bring together
wind, sun, a festive ambiance and an exceptional rigor quality in all aspect of the event has
been the order for the Organizing team. The 400+ sailors as well as their friends and families
will join every morning and each evening to mingle in the Race Village, a carefully planned space
that will offer a variety of entertainment, media, gastronomic tasting and a multitude of
unforgettable moments.
What’s new in 2011?
Rising tide
In order to establish itself on the well-established Caribbean regatta calendar as a new event,
Les Voiles de Saint Barth had to come in with a strong new vision and excellent execution on
order to survive. Les Voiles de Saint Barth, taking place April 4-9 is in between the Heineken
regatta (in its 31st year) and the Antigua Sailing week (in its 44th year!). Despite its freshman
status, Les Voiles de Saint Barth has assembled a very impressive fleet and most importantly
the fleet of 2010 is absolutely present again in 2011 and they did bring their friends just like they
promised! The organizing team hopes to keep the boats thoroughly satisfied and maintain an
excellent quality while keeping a small event feel as the numbers of participants swell. The Fleet
and its well known sailors represents the countries of USA, New Zealand, Austalia, France,
Lithuania, Sweden, Italy, Germany, UK, with the heavy concentration of Dutch boats! (Coyote 2,
Nix, iLOST, Blach Hole, Ocean Warrior, Antilope)
Jimmy Buffet, The Event Godfather
It’s the iconic American singer, Jimmy Buffet, Born in 1946 in Mississippi, USA that we are
honored to present as the “Godfather” of the second edition of Les Voiles. Jimmy Buffet, one of
the worlds most famous musicians and singers is also an author, producer, actor, surfer and
businessman. Since 1970 Buffet has composed more than 30 albums, written 4 best sellers,
and given 1000’s of concerts. A resident in St. Barths for over 30 year, Buffet is a regular in the
wave breaks and on his day sailing sloop as well as behind his guitar for informal jam sessions
in his favorite SB joints. A huge friend of the island, especially to Marius Stackelborough, this
bon vivant and enthusiast of aeronautic and nautical activities is an excellent addition to LVDSB.
The lay day
After 2 days of racing, on April 7th, there will be a day to relax and enjoy, Saint Barth’s style. For
those that have a hard time leaving their competitive edge at home, there will be a regatta off
the shores of Nikki Beach.
Gastronom y
In an effort to provide even more fun and promote the islands treasures there will be an added
feature to the Race Village. On April 8th, some of the best chefs on the island will be presenting
their delicacies.
New partners
European sportswear professional, GAASTRA, has become an official supporter of LES
VOILES. Specialist in nautical events, Gaastra has developed a special collection of products
“LES VOILES DE SAINT BARTH” which they will distribute worldwide. This impressive collection
will add a memorable feature to the event and will help word of LES VOILES travel around the
world.
COCA COLA is also joining forces as a supporter with their “OPEN HAPPINESS” campaign,
and is providing the musical entertainment for the closing ceremony.
THE HOTEL GUANAHANI AND SPA, another partner is offering a cocktail ceremony for LES
VOILES on the 6th of April.
The organizing Committee
FRANCOIS TOLEDE: Director of the organization LES VOILES DE SAINT BARTH
A resident of St. Barth since 1995, Francois is known as the developer of a clothing line that is
recognized around the world. He is a board member of Committee of Tourism and passionate
about event planning and sailing.
Tel 0690 44 14 41 [email protected]
LUC POUPON: Race director LES VOILES DE SAINT BARTH
A resident of St. Barth for the past 25 years, Luc is a recognized French sailor and has
participated in many of the top sailing challenges in the world including: 5 transatlantic double
handed challenges, LORIENT-ST BARTH (1996,1998,2000,2002,2008), QUEBEC-ST. MALO
(2005), WHITBREAD aboard PEN DUICK VIR, and numerous others such as Fastnet, Admiral
Cup, Figaro, Atlantic crossing record, Porto Cervo Maxi challenge, …
Tel 0690 57 44 66 [email protected]
ANNELISA GEE: Director of Communication LES VOILES DE SAINT BARTH
A resident of St. Barths for 18 years, Annelisa and has helped for many years with the
development of the Saint Barth Yacht Club comes from Newport, RI where she grew up and
sailed with many of the worlds best known sailors.
Tel 0690 67 24 00 [email protected]
MARKKU HARMALA: Président of Yacht Club de Saint Barth
Resident of St Barth since 15 years, Markku has been for the last 10 years the President of the
Saint Barth Yacht Club.
Tel 0690 22 56 58 [email protected]
XAVIER MARCHAL: Logistic and organization director
An avid monuhull and multihull sailor Xavier used to Manage the French Territories division for a
major shipping company. He now is a sporting events consultant.
Tel 09 87 69 34 13 [email protected]
The classes
The 5 classes in LES VOILES DE SAINT BARTH offer a cross section of the many yachts that
sail the Caribbean. Les Voiles de Saint Barth provides the possibility for these divers vessels to
race separately yet together to offer maximum security and competition with in the classes.
THE SUPER YACHTS
Today’s generation of Maxi yachts often refer to prototype designs that comprise the most state
of the art technology and marine architecture in some of the largest and most esthetic vessels.
As more and more vessels over 30 meters are being built many regattas in the Mediterranean
as well as the Caribbean are creating Super Yacht classes, often themselves divided into
Racing and Racing Cruising sub classes. Slowly, these boats are not only defying our concept
of design and capacity but they are challenging speed records in their path.
RAMBLER 100’
Built by Alex Jackson, Rambler 100’, launched as SPEEDBOAT in 2008 has been a boat to
watch. A Juan Kouyoumdijan design, Cookson built hull with a Southern Spar rig this boat was
built to break records and explore state of the art design and technology. The boat has been
charted by Richard Branson as VIRGIN MONEY to break the transatlantic record and has been
present at many of the worlds regattas. George David, owner of Rambler 90’, has been
successfully campaigning on SPEEDBOAT, renamed RAMBLER 100’, taking line honors in the
2010 Newport Bermuda Race and most recently breaking the RORC 600 Monuhull record.
After some critical renovations to the keel and rig, David and RAMBLER 100’will be
spearheading the ATLANTIC OCEAN RACING SERIES and will surely continue to beat records.
SOJANA:
Luxury, according to FARR…SOJANA seems to be one of the most tried and true superyachts
as she consistently participates in most of the premiere class regattas in the Caribbean as well
as the Med. Designed by Bruce Farr, launched in 2003, SOJANA responded to the desire of its
owner, Peter Harrisson, for a boat that can be a viable competitor in its class as well as a yacht
to enjoy cruising with his family and a small crew. From the exterior one may see the
streamlined ketch approaching 20 knots on a reach, but the below deck hides a luxurious
décor mostly reserved for strictly cruising yachts.
GENUINE RISK
USMMA fleet member, GENUINE RISK is a DUBOIS 97’ canting keelboat built by MC Conaghy
in Sydney. This revolutionary keel design and the subsequent rig and hull modifications can be
appreciated while observing the boat sail. The rig load, righting moment and displacement
differences between such a design and a fixed keel are pushing crews and designers to the top
of their game in terms of innovation. GENUINE RISK, a serious contender on the circuit placed-------in the 2010 NEWPORT BERMUDA RACE as recently won the PINEAPPLE CUP, a leg in
the ATLANTIC OCEAN RACING SERIES, earning the top performance for a monohull. Hugo
Stenbeck will be at the helm of GENUINE RISK for LES VOILES DE SAINT BARTH in 2011.
CLASSICS
The classic class is a way to showcase boats that have famously linked the Caribbean islands
together throughout years of trade, subsistence and sportsmanship. It is with great pleasure
that LES VOILES DE SAINT BARTH offers a class to those with the passion of tradition and the
dedication to maintain the boats, which connect us with our nautical past.
KATE
Designed by Scottish builder Alfred Mylne at the turn of the 19th century, KATE is a replica of a
1908 America’s Cup first rule 12 meter. Philipe Walwyn built KATE in ST. Kitts as a sloop and
launched her in 2006. KATE has been present in nearly all the classic yacht regattas in the
Caribbean and can be regularly seen day sailing off the coast of St. Kitts. In 2010 KATE
underwent a transformation to a gaff rigged yawl and will be regaling the spectators in St.
Barths with her new rig, tiller steering and classic sail inventory.
RACING
The racing class, like the super yacht class encompasses some of yachting’s vanguard
technology as well as its most dedicated crews. Vessels ranging from 31’ to 60’ will be
competing together and sharing the racecourse as well as providing some incredible mark
rounding and tactical maneuvers.
This years RACING class should be a competitive one amongst boats of similar size. One of the
most interesting competitions to watch will be between VENOMOUS a Farr designed CM60,
AMBERSAIL another Farr design for the VOLVO 60 and VESPER team Moneypenny a custom
TP52. Each of these teams has a full crew of professionals and the goal to win.
RACING CRUISING
The racing class, like the super yacht class encompasses some of yachting’s vanguard
technology as well as its most dedicated crews. Vessels ranging from 31’ to 60’ will be
competing together and sharing the racecourse as well as providing some incredible mark
rounding and tactical manoeuvres.
MULTIHULL
The multihull class comprises catamarans and trimarans as well as their owners who prefer
these lighter displacement vessels with a distinctly different feel. This year the multihull fleet
includes vessels from 30’ to 60’.
PHAEDO
This newest and lightest of the Johnstone conceived GUNBOATS, was launched in South
Africa and has found its home in ST. Barths. Phaedo, playfully customized with black sails and
spars and a bright orange hull has been participating in nearly every Caribbean regatta this
season. This year PHAEDO will have some good company in the multihull class
CARIBBEAN SAILING ASSOCIATION
The Caribbean Sailing Association was created to promote sailing in the Caribbean, to unite
Yacht Clubs, sailors and fleets. The CSA has also a reliable rating system that is accessible and
accurate. Based on nearly the same formulas as the IRC rating, the CSA rating takes special
consideration for those vessels present in the Caribbean and partaking in regional regattas. As
new boats are launched and refits are undertaken, the CSA’s expert judges and measurers are
always ahead of the curve.
For the multihulls: rating 2000 for multihulls
Personalities
Peter Holm berg
This accomplished sailor is a native of the Caribbean, born in St. Thomas in 1960. An Olympic
competitor in 1984, and in 1988 in the FINN class HOLMBERG has won the first and only
OLYMPIC MEDAL for the Virgin Islands. HOLMBERG continued to build a formidable career as
a skipper particularly on the match racing circuit attaining the podium for several consecutive
WORLD MATCH RACING titles. Solicited by several AMERICA’S CUP campaigns, HOLMBERG
has been at the helm of the BMW Oracle Racing team as well as Alinghi team.
Bruno Trouble
This French skipper, cum LOUIS VUITTON CUP organizer is also a helmsman par excellence.
His debut on the world circuit was in 1968 in the Olympics. He also skippered in the
AMERICA’S CUP on France III, offering the most successful French America’s Cup effort to
date. In 1983 TROUBLE created the LOUIS VUITTON CUP.
Ken Read
A name well known on the sailing circuit, Ken Read was born in Newport, RI in 1960. Since
then his long list of sailing accomplishments has accumulated and propels him forward towards
more ambitious goals. 2 time ROLEX yachtsman of the year, READ had over more than 40
world tiles in various classes such as J-24, Etchelles 22 etc. READ debuted in the AMERICA’s
CUP in 1999 as tactician on YOUNG AMERICA, then helmed STAR & STRIPES with Dennis
Conner.
Currently campaigning Il MOSTRO/PUMA Powered by BERG for the 2011-2012 VOLVO race,
READ hopes to improve on his already impressive second place in the 2008-2009 VOLVO
OCEAN RACE!
They speak about Les Voiles de Saint-Barth
“We look forward to racing against any boats in the 50-foot range that are put in our class at
Les Voiles, but especially, we want to match up against other TP52s,” Swartz added as a
challenge to owners. “For me, the island of St. Barth is the number one location in the
Caribbean...French food, French wine, and everyone is friendly. The Race Committee does a
good job and the organizers put on a fabulous show.”
“These are all distance races with a fair amount of heavy-air reaching where we expect the boat
to excel,” said David. “Les Voiles de St. Barth will be our short- course racing in 2011, and there
isn’t a better place anywhere for that – great weather, a vertical island with views, challenging
wind shifts, nice people...the best.” David explained that Les Voiles de St. Barth sometimes
incorporates shorter legs into its coastal courses that run anywhere from 6 - 42 miles (though
with the intent that no race is more than four hours). “Even with all of its hydraulics, this boat will
be a handful to get around the island’s courses in big breezes,” he
added.
"Don’t change a thing!" Ken Read, after the first leg of the brand new Atlantic Ocean Racing
Series (AORS), is expecting a lot from the Les Voiles de Saint-Barth. "Rambler and Leopard are
two huge monsters," explained Ken Read showing his full admiration. "They are designed for
long ocean races and major offshore courses. They are record-breaking boats". For our crew, it
is vital to be able to compete too in inshore races, as here in Saint-Barthélemy, on tough
racecourses for day racing around the islands. »
Technical aspects of the race
1 - Race format
Start zones corresponding to the size of the yachts will be set up in order to create fair races.
The site enables a large variety of courses to be established, from the start zone leeward of the
island, off Gustavia and around the islands, allowing each class to battle it out on a level playing
field and to create a true sporting spirit. As the trade winds tend to ease off in April, we can
hope for a steady fifteen-knot easterly wind. This should produce some great races in the
sunshine.
2 – Courses
The courses will of course be set up according to the wind conditions in the area. Several types
of courses are possible off the coast of St. Barts: short coastal runs, Olympic type courses and
even a round the island race. The start zone is located two miles to the northwest of the
Sugarloaf Rock.
The finishing line will be set up to the southwest of the Petits Saints Islands.
3 – Rankings
The line honors time of each competitor is noted when they finish the race and the rankings for
each stage are drawn up using corrected time by applying a handicap coefficient for each boat.
The rankings under corrected time are published in hours, minutes, seconds and hundredths of
a second.
Points will be awarded for each race using the minimum points system.
The program
Monday, April 4th 2011
9:00 am
10:00 am
6:00 pm
7:30 pm
8:30 pm
Official opening of registration office
Opening of the Race Village
Opening Ceremony on Quai General de Gaulle
Opening cocktail at the Race Village
Live Music with « Les Cochons dans l’Espace »
Tuesday, April 5th 2011
7:00-9:00 am Breakfast sponsored by Coca Cola at the Race Village exclusively for
competitors
7:00-9:00 am Official opening of registration office
10:00 am
Skippers Briefing
10:00 am
Opening of the Race Village
12:00-2:00 pm
Fort Oscar open to spectators – point of view
1:00 pm
Start of the first race
4:00-5:00 pm Fort Oscar open to spectators – point of view
6:00 pm
Sound & light show on Quai General de Gaulle
Video projection “Race of the day”
8:00 pm
Live Music with « Rocking Mangoes »
W ednesday, April 6th 2011
7:00-9:00 am Breakfast sponsored by Coca Cola at the Race Village exclusively for
competitors
10:00 am
Opening of the Race Village
10:00-12:00 am Fort Oscar open to spectators – point of view
11:00 am
Start of the races
4:00-5:00 pm Fort Oscar open to spectators – point of view
6:00 pm
Sound & light show on Quai Général de Gaulle
Video projection “Race of the day”
7:00 pm
Diner “Les Voiles de Saint Barth-Guanahani”, invitational
8:00 pm
Live Music
Thursday, April 7th 2011: Day Off
7:00-9:00 am Breakfast sponsored by Coca Cola at the Race Village exclusively for
competitors
10:00 am
Opening of the Race Village
10:00 am
Match racing of RC boats at Nikki Beach
12:00 am
Possibility of lunch on the spot, reservation advised
6:00 pm
Sound & light show on Quai Général de Gaulle
Video projection “Race of the day”
8:30 pm
« Charly Video » - Unusual video clips from the 80’ to the 90’
Friday, April 8th 2011:
7:00-9:00 am Breakfast sponsored by Coca Cola at the Race Village exclusively for
competitors
10:00 am
Opening of the Race Village
10:00-12:00 am Fort Oscar open to spectators – point of view
11:00 am
Start of the races
4:00-5:00 pm Fort Oscar open to spectators – point of view
6:00-8:00 pm Food & wine tasting organized by the St Barth’s Restaurant Association
6:00 pm
Sound & light show on Quai Général de Gaulle
Video projection “Race of the day”
8:30 pm
Live Music with « Les Cochons dans l’Espace »
Saturday, April 9 th 2011
7:00-9:00 am
10:00 am
11:00 am
6:00 pm
7:30 pm
8:00 pm
9:00 pm
Breakfast sponsored by Coca Cola at the Race Village
Opening of the Race Village
Start of the races
Awards Ceremony
Final Cocktail
Fireworks
Closing evening for “Les Voiles de St Barth 2011”
Live Music with « Days of Wild» by Coca Cola
The prizes
The winner of the Maxi Class Yachts will receive a Richard Mille watch, the RM 028 Les Voiles
de Saint Barth - an extremely technical serie of 100 pieces and designed especially for Les
Voiles de Saint Barth.
Richard Mille watch RM 028 Les Voiles de Saint Barth
The winners in the RACING, CLASSIC, RACING CRUISING and MULTIHULL classes will
receive a week’s stay in a top of the line luxury villa in St. Barths. WIMCO and SIBARTH, expert
Villa agents, are offering 2 villas each.
Racing Class
villa EBA
Racing Cruising Class villa ANC
EBA www.wimco.com
Multihull Class
villa KAM
Classic Class
villa EVE
ANC www.wimco.com
KAM www.sibarth.com
EVE www.sibarth.com
The first in each class also receives a rare bottle of MOUNT GAY 1703.
Second Place in each class receives one of the featured remote controlled boats as well a
vintage MOUNT GAY rum bottle
The prize ceremony will be held with the participation of Taittinger Champaign.
The race village
The Race Village will find its home on the Principal Dock in the center of Gustavia harbor. The
Village, carefully planned, will offer an ideal and intimate place for boat crews, the media and the
local population a place to get together and enjoy music, discussion and great video and
photos of the day’s activities.
The Race Village is open from 7:30 am until 11:00pm and will offer many distractions
throughout the day. The VOILES BAR and the giant screen, home for amazing shots of the
event, were favorites last year and will be sure to please again this year. Live music will set the
tone for ambiance and festivity while giving regatta participants and locals a chance to mix.
Saint-Barthelemy Island
Saint-Barthélemy
Throughout its long history, this Small but celebrated Caribbean Island (better known in English
as St Barts) has cultivated an air of differentness which has charmed countless visitors.
In just 21 square kilometers ( 89 square miles), it offers a wealth of attractions :
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Long white sandy beaches lined with coconut palms, turquoise seas and azure skies,
and a year round average temperature of 27 degree to 30 degree (81 F° to 86 F°)
Hotels and villas: everything from simple comfort to five-star luxury, nestled amid an
ocean of greenery or overlooking idyllic coves
Restaurants offering a blend of French style cuisine and Caribbean informality
Superb yachting facilities, including famous regattas attracting some of the world’s most
beautiful sailboats, and excellent moorings in the port of Gustavia
A strong artistic and cultural heritage, celebrated in the island’s many festivals
Shopping: creations from leading international luxury brands and locals designers, with
something to suit the most demanding fashionistas
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St Barts’ french lifestyle attracts people from all over Europe and America seeking low-key
luxury and total relaxation. What they find is truly a little Island with a big difference.
Lodging
ST. Barthelemy offers a multitude of accommodations. Whether one prefers a typical St. Barths
‘caz’, a cozy beach hotel, a deco boutique hotel, a 5 star hotel with world class amenities,
St.Barths hospitality fufill any request. ST. Barthelemy boasts not only a full repertoire of hotels
but a full inventory of vacation VILLAS to accommodate any budget or preference.
Often very small in capacity each hotel or villa is synonymous with calm, elegance and
exception.
The unforgettable food, refined hotels, professional and friendly service and lastly the natural
serenity of ST. Barths all combine to make any visitor’s stay here a success and a reason to
come back.
Gastronomy
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From Small traditional restaurants to temples of gastronomy, St Barts is an essential destination
for lovers of fine cuisine. IN contrast to the neighboring islands, St Barths has strong French
and Italian influences, meaning that culinary excellence is something you can take for granted
here. Ingredients are carefully chosen, award-winning chefs conjure up appetizing European
dishes, and you can find everything from traditional fresh-caught fish and Caribbean vegetables
to Thai-Creole fusion on the menu. St Barts’epicurean culture is a feast for the eyes and taste
buds.
Saint-Barthélemy, a sailor destination
Situated on the cross road between North and South America and integrated in the middle of
the Caribbean archipelago, ST. Barths has long been a focal point for sailing events. ST. Barths
has hosted a multitude of regattas as well as been the arrival port for transatlantic crossings.
The decision by Francois Tolede, member of the Office of Tourism and Special Events Director
at the SBYC to add a regatta to the Tourism agenda seemed like a natural step in the nautical
evolution of the island.
The principal location of LES VOILES DE SAINT BARTH will be the Port of Gustavia. The Port
of Gustavia manages both commercial as well as private vessels. The dock in Gustavia alone
handles about 4900 boats a year.
St. Barthelemy and the Port is the home of other regattas that have preceded LES VOILES.
Media Info
Press room
The pressroom will be located on the second floor of the Harbour master's office, quai Général de
Gaule in Gustavia in St Barts. Open from 10 a.m. on Monday April 4th. It will be equipped with all the
necessary connections (electricity, telephone, broadband, Wi-fi, ...).
Official website for the race
http://www.lesvoilesdesaintbarth.com/
The website will be updated throughout the event in both English and French. By visiting the press
section dedicated to the event, you will find the daily rankings, the press releases, videos as well as a
selection of the best photos of the day.
Press boats
Several motorboats for the press will be leaving Gustavia to follow the various races from Tuesday 5th
April until Saturday 9th April 2010.
Photographic arrangem ents
You can access the photo library via the following address: http://www.meretmedia.com/mediaserver
The high definition photos available on this website will only be free of rights for editorial use. They
may by no means be used for communications or business purposes by anyone other than the
organizers of the Voiles de St Barth and the official partners of the event.
Copyright details must be given as follows: Christophe Jouany / Les Voiles de Saint-Barth
If you have any special requests, please do not hesitate to contact Fabrice Thomazeau :
[email protected]
Television arrangem ents
All videos will be available on the media download server at the following address:
http://vdsb.nefertiti-prod.tv.
You will receive an e-mail each time vidéo are available on the server.
Available format: Quicktime h264 HD, Quicktime h264 SD, Flash, Iphone
- Feed V.I. daily of approximately 12 minutes from April 4th to 10
- Sujet PAD V.I. daily of +-2 minutes from April 4th to 10
Contact TV: Hervé Borde / Nefertiti Production.
Tel. : +33/(0)6 09 67 85 52 – [email protected]
Rights: All the videos are available for any news use during and after the event.
If you have any special requests, please do not hesitate to contact: [email protected]
Richard Mille!"!#ain $ponsor of The Voiles de Saint Barth
4 – 9 April 2011
In 2010, Richard Mille partnered as a #ain $ponsor the first edition of The Voiles de Saint Barth, a prestigious
nautical rendez-vous in the Caribbean. The success of this first edition brings Richard Mille to naturally follow
suite with a second edition, scheduled from 4th to the 9th April 2011.
Some 23 crews and over two-hundred sailors were entered in the 2010 edition, unanimously recognized for its
exceptional navigating conditions and the beauty of the courses held by the Organization.
The second edition will once again gather over five days some of the most beautiful yachts in the world, all competing in a breathtaking regatta around the Saint Barthelemy’s Island. It is already a repeated success outlined
through %& sailing boats already registered within 5 invited classes: Super-Maxi Yacht, Racing,
Racing / Cruising, Classic and Multihulls.
Among the headlines, title holder, the American George David, will align his new purchase «Rambler 100» in the
Super Maxi category, whereas Jim Swartz will be aboard his TP 52 World Champion «Quantum Racing», in the
Racing category. The patron !" this#$%&&#edition'#the american singer, Jimmy Buffet.
Richard Mille has been present in the nautical world for several years, especially through the diver’s watches RM
025 tourbillon, RM 028 automatic and RM 028 Voiles de Saint Barth, a limited edition, especially created for
the regatta. The brand is pleased to associate once again its name through this important gathering of the most
beautiful yachts, from now is part of the most famous skippers.
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