Clipper RX Starboard Cutaway ©Clipper Race
The new yacht, called the Clipper RX, is 72 feet long, has a 97 feet tall mast, and incorporates some of the latest thinking in yacht design, with a wider stern, twin rudders, and dreadnaught bow, as well a novel aft caddy to protect the twin helm positions, as well as along the mainsheet traveller to be mounted above this.
The mid cockpit and twin companionways reduce the amount of fore and aft movement needed on deck, and the forestay is set further aft, increasing safety during sail changes.
The fleet of yachts is currently under construction, and to find out more, I spoke to the legendary sailor and founder of the race, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, as well as the Clipper Ventures CEO William Ward.
Anyone interested in becoming one of the first to race the Clipper RX around the world can discover more details about costs and how to qualify on the race website www.clipperroundtheworld.com
by Mark Jardine
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