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Photos: Bermuda-Lorient Pure Ocean Challenge
Three boats looking to beat a 40-year old crossing time between Bermuda and Lorient in the fourth edition of the Pure Ocean Challenge have set off. A spokesperson said, “The long standing crossing time of 12 days 23 hours et 16 minutes was set in 1983 by Eugène Riguidel and Jean-François le Menec, in the catamaran William-Saurin. “Two... Read more of this article
Four Entrants In Bermuda-Lorient Sailing
A field of four will be in contention to set a new record between Bermuda and Lorient in the fourth edition of the Pure Ocean Challenge, setting off from Bermuda on May 7th. A spokesperson said, “Two 42-foot multihulls and a Volvo Open 70 will start from St George’s, Bermuda, alongside four-times Transat Jacques Vabre winner Jean-Pierre Dick,... Read more of this article
Bermuda-Lorient Pure Ocean Challenge In May
The fourth edition of the Pure Ocean Challenge, between Bermuda and Lorient, will set off on 7th May, it has been announced. A spokesperson said, “Organised by the Pure Ocean Foundation, Absolute Dreamer and Advanced Tracking, entries are now open for the multi-class event where entrants will try and beat a record crossing time that has stood... Read more of this article
Sailing Crew Abandon Record Breaking Attempt
Stormy conditions, technical problems and injury have forced Jean-Pierre Dick to abandon his attempted record breaking crossing in the first Bermuda Lorient – Pure Ocean Challenge. A main energy recharging system failure, poor weather conditions and a hand injury made the four-times Transat Jacques Vabre winner decide to halt the record attempt... Read more of this article
Photos: The Bermuda-Lorient Challenge Begins
The first Bermuda Lorient – Pure Ocean Challenge, is underway with the attempted record breaking crossing expected to take under 13 days. A spokesperson said, “The boat left from St George’s, Bermuda, on the 3000nm crossing, passing the starting line at 21h48 BST on Friday 6th May. “The time to beat for the crossing, of 12 days 23... Read more of this article
David Sussmann Highlights Pure Ocean
The Pure Ocean challenge between Bermuda and Lorient will take place this month, with the event aiming to “highlight ocean conservation and raise funds for the foundation’s work.” Pure Ocean founder David Sussmann told Bernews, “The event aims to highlight ocean conservation and raise funds for the foundation’s work. Whilst race entry... Read more of this article
Sailors Reflect On Pure Ocean Challenge
The Pure Ocean challenge between Bermuda and Lorient will take place next month, with those involved in the series of races over the years reflecting on “the importance of the route and its resurgence.” A spokesperson said, “Ahead of the start of the Pure Ocean challenge between Bermuda and Lorient next month, which will resurrect the... Read more of this article
Entries Open For Bermuda-Lorient Challenge
Entries are now open for the first Bermuda Lorient – Pure Ocean Challenge, which will set off in May 2022. A spokesperson said, “Entries are now open for the first Bermuda Lorient – Pure Ocean Challenge, which will set off from the western Atlantic island on 8th May. “Organised by the Pure Ocean Foundation, Absolute Dreamer and Lorient... Read more of this article
