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GLOBAL SAILING LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE
THE
ECO
ISSUE
ENVIRONMENT FIRST,
PROFITS LAST
THE PATAGONIA STORY
THE SUPERYACHT CUP
A SAILOR’S VIEW
LIPTON CHALLENGE CUP
A NEW ERA ON THE CAPE 31
GORILLAS IN THE FOREST
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AT THE HELM
C overing the prestigious Lipton Challenge Cup for
Sail+Leisure from the comfort of the beautiful
Ocean Princess proved to be a stark reminder of
the need for a war on plastic in our seas. In every race,
the Cape 31s had to do a back down to free plastic from
British-South African eco-warrior Lewis Pugh has
swum many a mile in temperatures below zero to
highlight the plight of the Antarctic and plastic
pollution. These swims have enabled him to achieve his
goals in having the seas in the Antarctic established as
their keels. At first glance the drag seemed to be caused Marine Protected Areas.
by kelp churned up by the northwesterly storm, but Eco-warriors in the bush are also featured in this
sadly the reality was far worse. issue. We highlight two eco-destinations working hard
As this is our playground, Sail+Leisure has a duty to on elephant and rhino conservation, and we feature
raise awareness about the plight of our oceans. And in Peter van Kets’ walk through the forests of Rwanda,
this, our Eco Issue, we hope to highlight the good that is giving us an insight into this secret world protected by
being done in light of our #wecare platform. dedicated rangers. SUBSCRIBE
11th Hour racing aligned themselves with The Volvo As an official media partner to The Superyacht Cup ONLINE TO YOUR
Ocean Race (now The Ocean Race) 2017/18 to spread Palma, Sail+Leisure sent contributor and professional FAVOURITE SAILING
the word on racing sustainably, and to promote the sailor Inge Schabort to spend a few days on the other LIFESTYLE
reduction of single-use plastics. See the report on page side of racing, as a spectator, to watch these beauties MAGAZINE
48 on the measures they took to reduce their impact battle it out. Read about her experience as an observer
while competing in the race with their entry Vestas 11th on page 42.
Hour Racing. Their honest account has set the standard Let’s get involved and show that we care about our
for teams and other yacht races worldwide to follow. planet.
It’s not just the many organisations that are trying to
change mind-sets in the eco-landscape that are doing
incredible work to highlight this plight. Businesses are
also working off the base of ‘business unusual’ where
it’s ‘environment first’ and profits last. Yvon Chouinard,
founder of the outdoor lifestyle brand Patagonia, has To compensate for our carbon footprint we have partnered with the ‘treevolution’
always had this approach to his business. His book, Let
NPO, Greenpop. Join us and donate just R120 to plant a tree in one of their forest
My People Go Surfing: The Education of a Reluctant
Businessman is an inspiring reminder of how good
restoration projects across southern Africa. Donate via snapscan using the QR
intentions can still lead to good business. See page 72 code on the right. Learn more about their projects and work at greenpop.org
for a look at these philosophies.
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CONTENTS
UPFRONT SAIL LEISURE
1 From the helm The latest news from the global Hooked on adventure…
sailing circuit
5 Style file – the debrief 48 Racing for change
20 Cup magic
6 Bush break 54 Exploring the ‘Land of a
26 Boat industry stars shine Thousand Hills’
10 Scents of nature
30 Aiming high 59 Seychelles – an eco-sanctuary
11 The new guard
34 Racing around the island 64 An anti-plastic pilgrimage
12 Deep dive
36 Leader of the pack 68 Local surfski heroes shine
13 Sustainable style
42 All in a week’s work 72 Business unusual
PHOTOGRAPHY: Carlo Borlenghi
14 Into thin air
77 Achieving the impossible
16 Eco-innovation
SAIL+LEISURE 3
DISCOVER THE IDYLLIC
INNER ISLANDS OF
THE SEYCHELLES
The Seychelles is home to some of the most rare
and beautiful fauna and flora in the world. The
archipelago – comprising unique granite islands
and glimmering coral isles – is scattered across
the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean. Some
believe that one of them – the island of Praslin –
was the original Garden of Eden.
The desirable climate, and balmy breezes that
persist for most of the year, provide the perfect
setting for a tropical sailing holiday.
Indulge your sense of adventure with a
customised sailing experience in this infrequently
visited part of the world… just the way you want.
See The World, Differently.
For more information:
Visit www.sunsail.co.za or www.seychelles.travel
Email: sales@sunsail.co.za | Tel no: 021 200 1837
www.seychelles.travel
BAREBOAT | SKIPPERED | FLOTILLAS | SAILING SCHOOLS
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THE DEBRIEF
SPRIN G
News and views from around the blue planet
THE DEBRIEF
We bring you the
latest in eco-friendly
fashion, gadgets and
beauty and grooming
products to pack for
your onboard (and
other) travels, or
simply to enjoy at
home, and we
recommend our
favourite bushbreaks.
There’s something
exciting to discover in
every issue of
Sail+Leisure.
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THE DEBRIEF
STAY & SEE
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BUSH
BREAK
As the crow flies west to east across Limpopo in South Africa, Motswari Private Game
Reserve and Welgevonden Game Reserve are almost exactly in line with each other. One
puts its weight behind rhino conservation, the other wages war against elephant poaching.
Both are well worth a visit. By Debbie Hathway
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T here was barely a dry eye in the
audience at the end of the local
launch of virtuoso pianist Tian
Jiang’s CD, Motswari Fantasy Night
Symphony, held recently at the scene of his
not just coming into a beautifully decorated
place where you’re an observer.’
In fact it’s a homely space, layered in
bohemian chic, where people should feel
comfortable enough to put their feet up on
inspiration. Geiger’s Camp at Motswari the couch or take an afternoon nap on a
Private Game Reserve in the Greater lounger next to the pool.
Kruger National Park hosted media and There’s no doubt that Motswari offers
special guests on a windless night beneath fantastic wildlife experiences, great food,
a star-studded sky as Tian played. He was beautiful bedrooms with fantastic beds and
later accompanied by owner and artist fine linen. But what makes it stand out from
Marion Geiger-Orengo as she painted the the rest? ‘There’s no secret,’ says Fabrice.
subject they are all so passionate about. ‘It’s just love and passion for art and nature,
The rhino. and the staff, whom we are proud to call our
Marion’s husband Fabrice Orengo de family. This is Geiger’s Camp.’
Lamazière tells the story of their first
meeting at a private concert given by Tian in
Cape Town 12 years ago, when they
discovered a mutual passion for music and
wildlife. ‘His music is powerful, moving.
Most of the crowd started to cry,’ says
Fabrice. ‘Tian started to come regularly to
Motswari, and one day we decided to host a
crazy concert in the bush, in the middle of
nowhere, with a grand piano. Soon after that
we experienced the tragic death of a rhino
poached on one of our properties.’
According to figures released by the
South African Department of Environmen-
tal Affairs, at least two rhinos were poached
per day in the Kruger Park last year despite
overall poaching numbers dropping below
1 000 for the first time since 2012. South
Africa has the largest population of rhinos in
the world and savetherhino.org says most
illegal activity occurs in this 19 485km2
protected habitat.
That poaching incident inspired Fabrice
and Marion to establish Rhino Disharmony
through which artists from many
backgrounds unite to raise awareness of the
animals’ plight through the only language
that is understood internationally: art – from
music to painting to sculpture to poetry.
Tian was their first Rhino Disharmony
ambassador.
Motswari is a second-generation
family-owned property located in the
Timbavati and Umbabat private nature
reserves. It’s Big Five territory, a wild and
unspoilt part of South Africa’s bushveld
region that provided the inspiration for the
design and decoration of Geiger’s Camp. ‘It’s
also about a soul holiday,’ says Marion. ‘It’s
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THE DEBRIEF
STAY & SEE
USEFUL
INFO
How to get there:
Book a private air charter from
OR Tambo International Airport in
Johannesburg with Federal Air.
Visit fedair.com.
How to book:
For Geiger’s Camp at Motswari Private
Game Reserve bookings, visit
newmarkhotels.com.
For Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa
bookings, email res@mhondoro.com or
call +27 (0)87 150 2314.
To support the rhino
Award-winning retreat Big Five, more than 129 other mammal conservation movement, visit
Conservation is also the prime focus for species, 350 birds and 2 000 plant species is www.facebook.com/rhinodisharmony.
the owners of Mhondoro Safari Lodge & serious business for the Dutch owners. The
Villa located in the 35 000 hectare world’s largest land animals are classified as Best Bush Lodge in Africa titles at the 2018
Welgevonden Game Reserve in the vulnerable since they remain under threat Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards in
Waterberg. Guests are lucky enough to from poaching, habitat loss, and Dubai. But more than that, as is often the
experience their vision and see the results human-wildlife conflict. Since 1979, African case at these special reserves, it is the wealth
of the highly successful elephant elephants have lost over 50% of their range of knowledge you gain in the hands of
anti-poaching efforts. The elephants’ and this, along with massive poaching for experienced guides and the sense of
favourite party trick is drinking out of the ivory and trophies over the decades, has wellbeing you take with you after being
swimming pool, even if guests are cooling seen the population drop significantly. In hosted by incredible managers and staff that
off in it, often preferring that to lumbering the early part of the 20th century, there may makes all the difference.
along to the lodge waterhole. Activity at have been as many as 3 to 5 million African Good to know for travelling families is
the waterhole can also be seen up close via elephants, but today there are only around that Mhondoro is child-friendly and
an underground tunnel that leads to a 415 000 left in the world. welcomes children of all ages. They can run
game-viewing hide, affording keen The interior design at Mhondoro is free at the dedicated open-air play area,
photographers the most incredible described as a fusion of African chic and which is protected by an elephant fence, or
PHOTOGRAPHY: Supplied
opportunities to capture their subjects edgy European influences. That might have amuse themselves in the playroom in the
on film. had something to do with their walking main lodge without disturbing other guests.
All frivolity aside, protecting their 100 away with the Best Safari Retreat in the Special children’s activities can be arranged
African elephants as well as the rest of the World, Best Family Villa in Africa as well as on request.
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THE DEBRIEF
FRAGRANCE S TY L I S H CY P R E S S
The botanical symbol of Tuscany, the cypress,
represents elegant harmony as much as it celebrates
the gorgeous Italian countryside. In fragrance, cypress
provides woody balsamic base notes that are rich and
sensual. Find it in Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo
Cipresso di Toscana (R1 995 for 150ml) – ideal for men
who want a refined and chic fragrance.
SCENTS OF
NATURE
From scents laced with feminine florals to colognes dosed with manly
aromatic woods, fragrances are taking their cue from the great outdoors
this season. By Helen Clemson
A SUN-INSPIRED BOUQUET S U B L I M E S A N D A LWO O D
Described as a fragrance ‘bathed in flowers and sun’, An earthy, aromatic (read ‘sexy’) scent, Indian
Paris-Riviera by Chanel (R2 070 for 125ml) is an ode Sandalwood (R2 995 for 100ml EDP) from
to the perfect Mediterranean holiday. Its creator Dunhill’s Signature Collection pays homage to
Olivier Polge elaborates: ‘Paris-Riviera is a floral and the adventurous spirit of the brand – and Mr
luminous fragrance that reflects the joyful, sunny Alfred Dunhill himself. Indian Sandalwood is
spirit of the Côte d’Azur in the 1920s.’ One of three packed with exotic ingredients such as
scents in the Les Eaux de Chanel collection, it bergamot, patchouli, green moss and, of course,
expresses a carefree charm with heart notes of our hero of the moment, sandalwood.
jasmine, neroli and orange blossom.
A L F R E S C O A F FA I R
Sometimes the outdoorsy man needs a fragrance that’s more board
shorts than boardroom – fortunately, Bulgari’s Man Wood Neroli
(R1 680 for 100ml) is suitable for both. Expect a symphony of neroli,
along with a fresh tang of salt and bergamot as a nod to the
Mediterranean. The heart notes are composed of cedar and cypriol
washed with orange blossom absolute resulting in a warm and woody
composition. This certainly is the scent for nature lovers.
M U LT I P U R P O S E M A RV E L
The botanical-heavy (and gorgeously heady) Nuxe’s Huile Prodigieuse Florale (R495 for 100ml) body oil
allows you to wear scent just the way you like it. This floral-rich nourishing botanical oil (96.9%
ingredients are of natural origin) can be used to scent your hair (as a treatment) as well as care for and
protect your face and body, leaving skin sublimely scented with magnolia and orange blossom.
Stockists | Chanel, available at selected Woolworths and Edgars stores | Dunhill, available at Foschini, Edgars and Truworths stores
Acqua di Parma, available at selected Foschini stores | Bulgari, available at Edgars, Edgars Beauty, Foschini, Truworths, Woolworths and
Dischem stores | Nuxe, available at selected Woolworths, Truworths and Edgars stores
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THE DEBRIEF
T h e N a t u ra l Re p a i re r SKINCA R E
Made with a 97% natural-origin formula, Nuxe’s Rêve de Miel Super Skin Repair Balm
(R475) harnesses the reparative power of honey and beeswax blended with
balloon-vine extract and precious botanical oils for immediate soothing relief where
skin needs it most. Use as a targeted treatment (on very dry or sensitive areas like your
chin, nose, elbows and heels) when sailing or during adventures to a cold climate.
THE NEW GUARD
What do skincare users want most from their products right
T h e O r ga n i c C l e a n s e r
Synonymous with ‘clean’ beauty, Dr.
now? Treatments that are not only kind to skin but kind to Hauschka epitomises core eco-friendly
values such as no animal testing, a vegan
the environment too. These skin-savers are part of the next-
product range and nature conservation
generation of formulas, with ingredients responsibly sourced through the use of biodynamic cultivation
for the protection of our planet. By Helen Clemson methods. Ingredients used are natural and
organic, such as those in the range’s
Soothing Cleansing Milk (R629 for 100ml),
which is rich in anthyllis, jojoba and
almond oil to maintain the skin’s natural
protective function.
The Plant-Rich
T h e Ve ga n S e r u m Moisturiser
Who says a serious, scientifically formulated and medical-grade range of serums can’t be Laced with a potent mix of plant-based
vegan? Products in the sk.in collection, formulated by local aesthetic medical practitioner active ingredients (organic, of course),
Dr Alek Nikolic, are designed to be used in combination for premium efficacy. And, as a Pradiance’s Ultra Rich Day Cream (R299)
bonus, they can be ‘slotted into any existing skincare regime’, explains Dr Nikolic. Our top works wonders on skin in need of a
pick for sailors exposed to the elements is a combination of sk.in Gloss Radiant Shot powerful anti-ageing recipe. With
(R1 300) to treat pigmentation and sk.in Marvel Hydro Shot (R1 050) to combat dehydration botanicals such as soothing aloe combined
and protect against environmental damage. For travel, take along the potent all-in-one sk.in with prized pomegranate oil, this day cream
Bounce Combo Shot (R1 800) that delivers the most powerful active ingredients in the range is able to deliver a real youth boost for those
in one. Oh, and all these wonder serums are free of parabens, gluten, soy and nuts and have needing a nourishing and comforting
never been tested on animals. Happy days! everyday treatment.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Supplied
Stockists | Dr. Hauschka, available at selected Woolworths and Wellness Warehouse stores or visit tocara4.co.za/stockists
Pradiance, visit pradiance.co.za | sk.in, visit skiningredients.com | Nuxe, available at selected Woolworths, Truworths and Edgars stores
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THE DEBRIEF
WATC H ES
NO T A M Y T H
The new Tudor releases revealed at Baselworld this
year were ‘hotly anticipated’ and ‘wildly debated’. We
love the Tudor Black Bay P01 – a modern version of the
1967 prototype produced for the US Navy. The highly
functional, sporty watch, with the crown at 4 o’clock,
also features a bezel that locks using the mechanism
housed in the extended lugs at 12 o’clock. Connoisseurs
will notice the new font on the bezel as well as the
signature Black Bay snowflake hour hand. The strap is
a hybrid combination of leather and rubber unlike
anything else on the market. tudorwatch.com
DEEP DIVE
By Debbie Hathway
T H E A DV E N T U R E
CONTINUES
Breitling’s new Superocean Automatic
Collection extends the line originally
created for deep-sea divers. Six decades on,
they are as popular as ever, and as
fashionable as they are sporty. ‘Our
Surfers Squad and our partnerships with VA LUA B L E V I N TAG E
Outerknown and Ocean Conservancy Calling all scuba divers, collectors, history buffs or
speak volumes about our affection lovers of fine mechanics… Blancpain has released its
for the seas,’ says Breitling CEO Fifty Fathoms Barakuda, based on the first model
Georges Kern. ‘With the new released in 1953, and limited to 500 pieces. At the time
Superocean Collection, we have it was the only diver’s watch that met the stringent
created watches for people who requirements of elite divers and quickly became
want to explore the oceans, standard issue for frogmen from some of the world’s
whether they are active in water largest marine corps. The French were first, followed
sports or in clean-up initiatives. And, by the German Bundesmarine, which were supplied
of course, they will excite any fan of with Fifty Fathoms models via Barakuda, a company
Breitling’s design values.’ specialising in the production and marketing of
Available in five different sizes, ensuring technical diving equipment that also introduced a
that there is a diver’s watch ideally suited to civilian model to the German market. That version
every wrist, they are powered by the featured two-tone rectangular hour markers,
Breitling Caliber 17. They are all white-painted fluorescent hands and a highly visible
COSC-certified chronometers with a power date display at 3 o’clock. The new Fifty Fathoms
reserve of approximately 38 hours. Barakuda reinterprets these vintage attributes through
breitling.com the emblematic unidirectional bezel with
scratch-resistant domed sapphire insert and a tropical
rubber strap identical to that of the historical models.
blancpain.com
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STYLE
THE TRAINERS MADE FROM TRASH
Do your bit for marine conservation and work out in good conscience with a pair of unisex Adidas
Alphaedge 4D Parley for the Oceans high-performance footwear (R5 999). The uppers of these
trainers have been made from Ocean Plastic®, a material produced from intercepted and upcycled
marine plastic debris, thus ‘transforming threat into thread into product’.
SUSTAINABLE STYLE
From recycled trainers to deluxe denim made from scraps,
eco-wear has never been more fashionable. By Helen Clemson
T H E R E CYC L E D J E A N S
The buzzword for eco-warriors is upcycling (creative reuse of
waste materials) and these feel-good denims from Country
Road are certainly part of that movement. Made from recycled
fibres, the brand’s Sateen Jeans in Mineral Grey (R749) are
described as ‘innovative and eco-friendly’. Why? Their fabric
has been created with recycled fibres sourced from cotton
scraps and responsibly managed forests.
THE BAMBOO
B O DY B A S I C
A staple in every guy’s wardrobe is a
great T-shirt or two. Enter Boody,
with garments (for the whole T H E K I N D -T O - NAT U R E
family) made from organically JAC K E T
grown bamboo. This Crew Neck Who wants the down puffer jacket they’re
T-shirt in Light Grey (R449.95) will wearing to come at the expense of geese
serve you well. Crafted in highly injured and traumatised during the plucking
breathable and naturally process? Opt for GiLo as their puffer jackets
thermo-regulating fabric, the (like this one in burgundy, R1 199) are made
moisture wicking and antibacterial with high-quality synthetic fibre fillings
properties of bamboo fibre will help from insulating materials from DuPont,
keep you dry and fresh as the developed as an alternative to down and
weather gets warmer. feather innards. And that means an
all-weather garment that’s animal-cruelty
free.
THE VEGAN SNEAKERS
Meghan Markle put vegan sneakers firmly in the spotlight after being spotted
wearing them during her 2018 tour of New Zealand with Prince Harry. She’s a
fan of French ethical trainer brand Veja, which have vegan options in their
super-chic range. Made from organic cotton, kicks like the V-10 C.W.L. (price
available on request) come complete with wild rubber for the insoles. Veja’s
production also incorporates upcycling, with plastic bottles, cotton recycled
from textile-industry cuttings and recycled polyester used to create a range of
fabrics for the shoes.
Stockists | Adidas, visit shop.adidas.co.za | Debra Maritz, call 083 265 7213 | Veja, available locally only at Bastille and Maison Mara, Cape Town
| Boody, visit boodywear.co.za | Country Road, visit woolworths.co.za | GiLo, visit gilolifestyle.com
SAIL+LEISURE 13INTO
THIN AIR
World-famous adventurer Mike Horn’s
hobby is preserving the planet. He climbs the
highest mountains and crosses the widest
seas as he pursues it. By Debbie Hathway
14 SAIL+LEISUREBROUGHT TO YOU BY PANERAI SA IL
F lick through professional explorer
Mike Horn’s Instagram feed from
July to August 2019 and you’ll see
him bare-chested in the snow at K2 in
Pakistan – and bare-chested on his ‘boat’ Panerai has supported Mike’s last four
sailing into the Arctic Ocean as he continues expeditions – Arktos (2002-2004), the
with his three-year Pole2Pole expedition. North Pole Winter Expedition (2006),
The man is a machine. Pangaea (2008-2012) and Pole2Pole. How do
In July, Mike attempted his third summit their watches add value to his adventures?
of K2, the second-highest mountain in the They’re survival instruments. Literally. ‘At
world after Everest, but was defeated by extremely low temperatures everything on
strong winds and repeated avalanches that me was frozen and did not work anymore;
made him back down at 8 200m – just a few the only thing that continued to work was
hundred metres away from his goal. ‘The my watch.’ Mike was talking about the
day of my arrival at K2, I witnessed one of Panerai Luminor Arktos PAM00092,
the biggest avalanches I have ever seen; specially prepared for his previous solo,
the powder cloud reached a height of over non-motorised circumnavigation of the
6 500m,’ he says. ‘Nature makes any human Arctic circle, and one of several
look like a speck of dust. Nature teaches us limited-edition pieces created during his
respect. Why are we not showing respect ambassadorship for Panerai that has lasted
towards the planet? It’s the mother that nearly two decades.
feeds us all!’ ‘There is no time to dwell though, only
Once at base camp, with minor frostbite new adventures to look forward to. Now it’s
on feet and face, Mike had time to reflect time for me to focus on the next step of my
again. ‘Nature will always have the first Pole2Pole expedition – the crossing of the
word. K2 has taught me that lesson for the Arctic Ocean (via the North Pole)!’
third time now. But this does not mean that On his wrist will be the Panerai
I’ll be giving up on the dream of one day Submersible Mike Horn Edition PAM00985,
making it to the summit. Experiences like a new professional diver’s watch featuring a
these make us stronger, more perseverant case, crown-protecting device, bezel and
and more humble. I can therefore only be case back made of Eco-Titanium™ and a
grateful for the opportunity in spite of my light strong strap made of recycled plastic.
obvious disappointment.’ Horn’s signature is engraved together with a
depiction of ocean life, Panerai’s natural
playground, on the case back.
Follow Mike’s exploits on Instagram
@mikehornexplorer and on Facebook
@PangaeaMikeHorn, and visit panerai.com
for more information.
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THE DEBRIEF
GEAR
ECO-INNOVATION
Great-quality gear, with a conscience. By Ryan Scott
S E A L A N D B AG S
A N D AC C E S S O R I E S
With the environment as its primary
concern, Sealand creates products that are
always on trend, functional and durable.
The best part is they are made from yacht
sails that are no longer in use. This is
upcycling at its most stylish, with a touch of
nostalgia stitched in to honour those
hardworking sails that would otherwise end
up at the drop-off. Buddy (R1 550), Poka
(R350), Dune (R2 965)
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SAIL+LEISURE 19CUP MAGIC
The Cape 31 proved to be the right boat for the Lipton
Challenge Cup 2019, providing nonstop, on-the-edge-
of-your-seat action. By Ingrid Hale
N ewly introduced to the Lipton
Challenge Cup, the Cape 31s had the
very best sailors in the country
compete, resulting in close-quarters sailing
with continuous position changes on each
seasoned sailors were joined by stalwarts
Geoff Meek, Rick Nankin, Dave Hudson and
Philip Baum who sailed with some very
promising youth. These youngsters are the
ones to watch.
leg of every race. Also attracting top sailors A diverse group of sailors represented a
from the Solent and Europe, this was always wide range of ages, genders and ethnicities.
going to be a very tough regatta to win. This is so encouraging to see, and bodes well
The who’s who of sailing was there, for healthy growth of our sport. The Cape 31
including those South Africans based has breathed new life into one-design sailing.
abroad: Mark Sadler, Anthony Spillebean, The northwest winter storms played
Mike Giles and Charles Nankin; 29er World havoc with the start of the regatta and the
PHOTOGRAPHY: Alec Smith and Liesl King
Champions Alex Burger and Benji Daniel; first day of racing was cancelled. Senior race
J22 World Champion David Rae (2014); officer Doug Allison made the decision to
veteran Lipton Challenge Cup winner Greg postpone and then cancel racing when
Davis; TP52 campaigners Shane Elliott, swells of more than 10ft were reported with
James Largier and Doug Edwards; plus rain, fog and winds gusting at 30 knots.
Olympians Roger Hudson, Asenathi Jim and The regatta eventually got off to a cold
Dominique Proveyeur, to name a few. These and wet start in a typical Cape winter’s
20 SAIL+LEISUREONE- DESIGN MASTERP IECE SA IL
northwest/ north wind on the Tuesday. The Lipton Challenge Cup requires that The second race was a windward-lee-
I was pleased to be watching the racing from three prescribed courses be completed first ward course, which also proved challenging
the comfort and warmth of the beautiful to constitute a regatta: a triangle, a with the icy and windy conditions.
Princess 58 Ocean Princess. Thank you to quadrangle and a windward-leeward course. After day 1 the leaderboard looked like
Dave Abromowitz for taking us right up to Only when these three courses have been this: 1st – Witbank Yacht & Aquatic Club/
the action in style. completed, can other races count towards Nitro; 2nd – Royal Cape Yacht Club/
The teams were itching to get started the overall results. This is one of those rare Seascape YANMAR; 3rd – Walvis Bay Yacht
after the first day’s racing was cancelled. regattas that doesn’t allow for a discard, so Club/MB Racing.
Boats were tuned, sailors were prepped and every race counts. At each day’s prize-giving, the top three
the race committee, led by Doug, was The first race sailed was the quadrangle boats were handed different colour decals
prepared to pack in the required races. The course – a box. Royal Natal Yacht for their sails. Reminiscent of the Tour de
ocean was huge, with deep rolling swells Club’s Orion, helmed by Mark, fresh from France the first boat showed yellow for first,
sweeping Table Bay, and the air was the Copa del Rey in Palma, started the event white for second and red for third.
incredibly icy. I imagined the sailors frozen with an OCS (on course side – over the line). After the third scheduled day of racing
stiff on the weather rail and wondered how This meant that he had to restart from the on the Wednesday was cancelled due to
they would manage their manoeuvres with back of the fleet. With the deep talent-pool another strong Cape winter’s storm, racing
ease. Along with very strong winds, these in this year’s competition it was not easy to resumed on the Thursday.
factors kept the sailors working hard for catch up but with their experience, they The conditions were once again icy, but
every knot of speed. managed sixth place. this time with rain and huge swells of
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RESULTS
1 Witbank Yacht & Aquatic Club
Nitro – Mike Hayton/David Rae
2 Royal Cape Yacht Club
Seascape YANMAR – Gerry Heggie/
Asenathi Jim
3 Royal Natal Yacht Club
Orion DYP – Mark Sadler
4 Hermanus Yacht Club
between 2.5m and 3m. In addition, there and second around most of the course and Magic – Malcolm Hall/Roger Hudson
were the drastic wind shifts. All this didn’t with interference from a few patches of kelp
5 Walvis Bay Yacht Club
make for an easy day out on the water. and plastic. Nitro overtook MB Racing on the
MB Racing – Bjorn Geiger
But it was going to be anybody’s day. As last leg to ‘steal’ their second place.
was becoming commonplace in the regatta, There were a few protests lodged on this 6 Aeolians Sailing Club
the positions changed from leg to leg, and day. Protests are commonplace at this level Nemesis – Philip Baum
boats that were in last place around one when racing is so close, and every team 7 Langebaan Yacht Club
mark landed in the top five positions at the wants to win the Cup. In the case of Scud – Geoff Meek/Greg Davis
next mark and vice versa. Seascape YANMAR, they decided to take the 8 UCT Yacht Club
The first race of the day, race 3 of the penalty instead of attending the protest CuAI6 Maverick – Nicholas Ryall
regatta, was the obligatory triangle course. hearing. Had they lost the protest this could
9 Sailing PE
Mark, helming Orion, took the win by gaining have resulted in them being disqualified,
Vivaldi – Rick Nankin
on a wind shift, followed by David Rae, which would have destroyed any chance of
sailing Nitro, and Bjorn Geiger sailing MB an overall win. ‘We were a bit bitter about it, 10 Gordon’s Bay Yacht Club
Racing. Gerry Heggie, sailing Seascape but it is what it is. We would rather take SKI – Rodney Tanner
YANMAR lost his first place due to this shift three points than sit in the protest room the
after leading for most of the race. whole night without having a witness, or as it looked as if Nitro had blown her lead,
The second race of the day, race 4 of the footage of our own to actually defend and any chance of winning the coveted
regatta, was a windward-leeward course, ourselves,’ says Gerry Heggie. Lipton Challenge Cup. A few metres into the
and once again the shifty conditions made Geoff Meek was disqualified after losing race she caught kelp on her keel and stopped
for a lotto in the results. No two legs his protest. to do a back down, allowing Seascape
produced the same top three positions, and The final day of the Lipton Challenge YANMAR to sail away. On three occasions
until the very end, it was anyone’s race. Cup literally went down to the wire after a up the first leg of the course, Nitro caught
However, Nitro’s consistent sailing, and day of drama and high tension between top plastic on her keel and she had to do a back
mostly being on the right-hand side of the contenders Nitro and Seascape YANMAR. down each time to free it. She was stone last
course, helped them take the win over Gerry With two races to sail, the wind was too and had a huge amount of catching up to do,
Heggie on Seascape YANMAR, followed by light, resulting in an initial postponement. virtually handing Seascape YANMAR the
Geoff Meek on Scud, sailing for Langebaan Eventually, the first race of the day (race overall lead.
Yacht Club and Mark Sadler on Orion. 7) went as expected with the top two teams The Nitro team is nothing if not strong in
Race 5 was to be the obligatory slugging it out at the head of the fleet and character and fast on the water. They did
windward-leeward course. The stakes were leaving the others to fight for the placings. not give up the fight to win. They fought
now proving to be very high, and the teams Nitro went into the last day’s racing with a back hard, and slowly but surely reeled in
were pushing it to gain every inch they could 7-point lead over Seascape YANMAR and Seascape YANMAR until they had again
get. This made for some very touch-and-go what looked like an unassailable lead to win taken the lead. From there it was a case of
manoeuvres, which resulted in a few protest the regatta. However, it is never over till it’s percentage sailing to the finish to ensure
flags being flown. Despite this Nitro won, over, and Seascape YANMAR won this race overall victory.
followed by Magic and MB Racing. with Nitro hot on their stern – reducing the Seascape YANMAR finished 4th in the
Race 6, a windward-leeward course, saw overall deficit to 5 points. race, and Nitro finished 7th, and with that
defenders Seascape YANMAR win, even The final race of the championship gap the Lipton Challenge Cup win went to
after a tight dice with MB Racing for first turned out to be really interesting to watch the Nitro team with a three-point advantage.
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The winners of the Lipton Challenge Cup
2019: Nitro – Witbank Yacht & Aquatic Club
WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE CAPE 31 AS A
BOAT FOR THE LIPTON CHALLENGE CUP?
‘T he Cape 31 in the Lipton Challenge
Cup is like a revival. It is going to be
an international class. It is already being
sold into the UK, it has been sold into the US
and there are queries from all over the world
– this is an amazing boat. Mark Mills and
Irvine Laidlaw both designed a boat that is
so easy to sail, so quick upwind, so
amazingly fast downwind, and in every
respect, it is an outstanding boat, strong,
fast… I guess physical, but that is what it is
all about. It’s going to lift the level of young THOUGHTS ON THE EVENT
yachtsmen into the international arena.’
– David Abromowitz, Abromowitz, Sharp
& Associates, Ocean Princess
‘I think we put the strongest defence into keeping the Cup at Royal Cape and it was
looking like we almost won Lipton, but there are a few things that we can look back and
reflect on. The penalty definitely hurt us. If we didn’t get that then the Cup would have
‘I think this competition on the Cape 31 is
a true reflection of top one-design
sailing. It is so close in terms of the boat
stayed here for sure. But hindsight is an exact science, and I think it is just going to make us
hungrier to put something stronger together to bring it back here next year. Well done to
David and his team – hats off to them. It is a bit of an emotional thing. We put a lot of effort
speeds.’ – Gerry Heggie, co-skipper, Royal into this but three points behind first is not an embarrassment.’ – Gerry Heggie, co-skipper,
Cape Yacht Club’s Seascape YANMAR Royal Cape Yacht Club’s Seascape YANMAR
‘I t is a wonderful boat with plenty of
potential worldwide. It is lots of fun to
sail and super cost-effective. – Mark Sadler,
‘O n the last day’s racing I think all of us had tears in our eyes at some stage, as we had to
contend with plastic and kelp in the second race. The first race was great for us – we
got a second, and the guys just kept it cool. We had to just make sure we got back in there
skipper, Royal Natal Yacht Club’s Orion and Gerry had a bit of pressure, because he had the overall win, but we crawled back and
finished three points ahead of him. The Lipton Challenge Cup is always full of surprises.
FROM NEIL GREGORY, COMMODORE AT With no discard it comes down to the last day. It always does, you know, and the pressure is
RCYC, THE HOST CLUB AND DEFENDERS massive. You gotta deal with the pressure, but we know how to deal with it and we just kept
‘This was certainly a WOW regatta. Firstly, our heads together.’ – Dave Rae, co-skipper, Witbank Yacht & Aquatic Club’s Nitro
the build-up to Lipton saw teams practising
at least three times a week, and on weekends
for the past month. RCYC was a hive of
‘T oday was a test of character, because we went into the last day fairly comfortably and
all we had to do was hang in there. After the first race I thought we were doing fine,
and we had a discussion between the races, and we said, “Guys, all we have to do is keep our
activity with the yachting elite often seen in nose clean and it’s ours – it is our regatta.” As soon as we came off the line, we realised that
the club afterwards. there was a problem, so we backed down, and there was kelp. Then we hit some plastic and
Mooring the Cape 31s in front of the club then some more plastic. The team deserves the win and we have put a lot of effort into it, a
also added to the ambience and created lot of teams put a lot of effort into it. As Dave and I said on the way in to the marina, this has
huge spectator value. The WhatsApp group been a five-year plan. Dave has been sailing and running the Nitro team for five years, and
provided by Richard Crockett, as well as this was the goal and we achieved that.’ – Mike Hayton, owner/co-skipper, Witbank
his regular Facebook posts with updates and Yacht & Aquatic Club’s Nitro
photos of the action, made it easy for all
interested parties to keep up to date with
what was happening on the water.
‘I t has been quite a spectacular sailing event. I don’t think this country has ever witnessed
sailing of this calibre and standard. It augurs well for the future. There are some really
good “old guys” who have brought young crews through – that is good for the sport and I
On behalf of RCYC we would like think as this fleet builds, we are going to see even more phenomenally close racing.’
to congratulate the Witbank Yacht & – Richard Crockett, editor, Sailing
Aquatic Club’s Nitro team led by Mike ‘I think it was a great regatta. I think (senior race officer) Doug Allison deserves a medal.
Hayton and David Rae for an excellent He has performed admirably and got all these races in with this strange weather.’ – David
and well-sailed regatta. Abromowitz, Abromowitz, Sharp & Associates, Ocean Princess
SAIL+LEISURE 25BOAT INDUSTRY STARS SHINE
By Vanessa Davidson
26 SAIL+LEISUREINDUSTRY NEWS SA IL
I t was a star-studded night for the more
than 200 guests attending the recent
inaugural South African Boatbuilders
Export Council (SABBEX)/Boating South
Africa (BSA) Legends and Trailblazers
Awards dinner at the Kelvin Grove Club
Ballroom in Cape Town. After lots of
questions about formal dress for the
evening, the who’s who of the boating indus-
try turned up in their finest for a
glamourous event arranged to recognise
industry luminaries.
We received multiple nominations,
which were then considered by SABBEX
and Messe Frankfurt. Messe Frankfurt,
owners of the Cape Town International Boat
Show, partnered with SABBEX for the
event, providing support and contributions
for the evening.
The five winners per category were
based on the strength of the motivations
received from the industry, except for one
surprise award that I selected in
recognition of contributions to the SA
boating industry over the past 18 years.
Next year we are looking to reward
long-term service for staff and possibly
introduce a rising-stars category.
Alderman James Vos of the City of Cape
Town gave the welcoming address and
reasserted the Economic Opportunities and
Asset Management department’s
commitment to supporting boatbuilding and
marine manufacturing in the Western Cape.
Keynote speaker Skip Novak, who needs no
introduction in the sailing world, gave a
presentation on his adventure sailing
expeditions and spoke about key people in
the industry, such as boatbuilder Richard
Bertie, whom he encountered during his
career in South Africa. The awards were
handed out by Dumisani Ntuli, Acting
Deputy Director General: Maritime
Transport, and Wesgro CEO Tim Harris
gave the closing remarks.
But the real stars of the evening were the
boating industry stalwarts and innovators.
Nominations in the category of Legends
were: Colin Ethridge, Dave Hudson, Derrick
Levy, Duncan Lethbridge, Fuad Jacobs,
Geoff Meek, Greg Davis, Jeff Stephens,
JJ Provoyeur, John Martin, John Robertson,
Jonathan Paarman, Peter Jacops, Tich
Mitchell and Tony Strutt.
SAIL+LEISURE 27Messe Frankfurt, organisers of the Cape Town International
Boat Show (from left): Lumkile Tisana, Neil Piper and
Kathryn Frew with guest, Lindiwe Ngwenya. The Gemini Marine Team
Vanessa Davidson awarded
Bruce Tedder with a surprise
Legends award for his service
to the council. He founded
SABBEX 18 years ago.
local production. Finally, Anton du Toit of
Du Toit Yacht Design raised the roof with
applause in recognition of his company’s
growth from humble beginnings with
Charmaine du Toit in 2001 to ‘a naval
architecture firm employing eight
Legends and Trailblazers: Back (from left): Anton du Toit, Jonathan Paarman, Bruce Tedder;
permanent designers and having produced
middle (from left): Jeff Stephens, Alex Simonis, Mark Delany, Greg Walters;
front (from left): Karl Martin, Fuad Jacobs, Tich Mitchell, John Robertson more custom catamaran metres and tonnage
than any other yacht designer in the
Final awards ‘for being icons, luminaries Anton du Toit, Dave Abromowitz, Dave southern hemisphere’.
and industry giants in the South African Barnes, Greg Walters, Ivan van Vuuren, Karl I sprung an unexpected Legends award
boatbuilding industry’ went to John Martin, Mark Delany and Richard Crockett. on Bruce Tedder, current SABBEX
Robertson of Robertson & Caine, Fuad Final awards ‘for being an innovator, a chairman, for his years of contribution to
Jacobs of Jacobs Bros, Duncan Lethbridge pioneer and a trendsetter in the South the Council. Bruce founded SABBEX 18
of St Francis Marine, Jeff Stephens of African boatbuilding industry’ went to Mark years ago and has taken the helm numerous
Gemini Marine and Tich Mitchell of Delany of Two Oceans Marine for his times to guide and develop the industry
Sparcraft. The applause after Tich’s award pioneering work with large catamarans. forum, which required government
was announced raised the roof. Tich has Greg Walters of GAW Marine was engagement and activation over the years.
masses of expertise in yacht masts and recognised ‘for his decision to build replica There was overwhelming support to make
rigging, which is world renowned. Just ask classic wooden power boats that add beauty this annual dinner and awards ceremony a
Skip Novak, who has 35 years in the and elegance to the world’. Alex Simonis of regular event on the SABBEX calendar. June
industry. Tich is a perfectionist, and loves to Simonis Voogd was recognised for ‘his 2020 will see new nominee categories and
work at a quality level of 110%. He is a dedication and thousands of hours hopefully an even bigger turnout, so that
notorious beer swiller, slingshot competitor, contributed to the SV14 boat design for SABBEX/BSA can recognise the companies
e-bike rider and prankster. sailors with disabilities’. Karl Martin of and people whose contributions have built
Nominations in the Trailblazers category Draco Sailing, a new contender in sailing the South African boating industry into the
were: Mark and Kevin Agnew, Alex Simonis, hardware, was recognised for his innovative world-class sector it is today.
28 SAIL+LEISUREINDUSTRY NEWS SA IL
Shipyard is or haven’t heard about the
Jacobs brothers, which is such an amazing
story. That is probably where I come in. I
will introduce government to the globally
renowned South African boatbuilding
industry as my contribution to the Ocean
Economy, which President Cyril
Ramaphosa mentioned in his SONA speech
in February this year.’
This vision is a welcome addition to the
strategic direction of SABBEX, which has
seen membership grow by 14% in 2019.
SABBEX will be attending the Cannes
Yachting Festival, the Annapolis Boat Shows
and the Miami International Boat Show
during the current financial year to promote
Lindani Nchunu and Bruce Tedder with Deputy Minister of Transport Dikeledi Magadzi
South African boatbuilding. Plans are also
SABBEX 2019
NEWS UPDATES At the SABBEX AGM in April 2019, Lindani
underway to have a South African National
Pavilion at the METSTRADE Show in
ROYAL CAPE YACHT CLUB AND SABBEX Mchunu and Joe Heywood were elected to Amsterdam in November 2020 for equipment
HOST DEPUTY MINISTER OF TRANSPORT the board. Introducing new young black manufacturers who have historically not been
On 10 July, Royal Cape Yacht Club (RCYC) leadership to SABBEX is part of an represented by SABBEX.
hosted Deputy Minister of Transport integrated transformation agenda for both The Cape Town International Boat
Dikeledi Magadzi at an event where they the Council and its membership. Going Show on 18-20 October is an exciting event
conferred an honorary yacht club forward, SABBEX will be actively on the boating calendar and SABBEX is a
membership on Minister of Transport Fikile supporting black women and youth entrants proud partner with show owners Messe
Mbalula. He was unable to attend. into the boatbuilding sector to ensure Frankfurt. This year, Messe will continue
Lindani Mchunu, RCYC youth sailing transformation takes place in alignment to support black entrants into the sector,
director and SABBEX board member, gave a with government objectives. providing them with free exhibition space
comprehensive and impassioned As per the June 2019 SABBEX coordinated by SABBEX. 2019 will see an
presentation on the work in development newsletter, Heywood points out the huge expanded footprint for the show with the
sailing that has been taking place at RCYC challenge that lies ahead not only in the inclusion of the dry dock space and the
for a number of years. Highlighting the need maritime sector but in society at large. expansion of the water space in the yacht
for young people entering the maritime ‘People are just not seeing each other,’ he basin. A visiting Greek delegation, hosted
space to have a passion for the water and says. ‘I am hoping that with some fresh eyes by the Department of Trade and Industry,
related activities, Mchunu said students at and new perspectives we can effectively will be part of the business-to-business
Technical and Vocational Education & challenge the structures more formally to drive, which is an important component of
Training (TVET) maritime colleges now improve these kinds of things.’ the show. SABBEX will also be partnering
attend the RCYC programme to prepare for And in May, Mchunu told SABBEX: with the Department of Transport to bring
life at sea – starting on a small boat. ‘What I have found is that government potential investors to the show to expand
The function was attended by a number knows very, very little about what it is that economic opportunities locally.
of dignitaries, including Mahesh Fakir, CEO we do in the boating industry. A lot of them Visit boatshow.za.messefrankfurt.com
of the Ports Regulator of South Africa. The don’t know where the Southern Wind for more information.
occasion incorporated a visit to two
At the event were Toni Mainprize (GM, RCYC), Lindani Nchunu (RCYC youth sailing director),
boatbuilding factories to see their Neil Gregory (commodore, RCYC), Vanessa Davidson and Bruce Tedder (SABBEX)
manufacturing capabilities first-hand.
Magadzi visited Robertson & Caine, where
they were hosted by MD Peter Giliam, while
the remaining dignitaries were hosted by
Mark Delany, owner of Two Oceans Marine
Manufacturing.
Magadzi was then hosted by AMSOL
Marina, during a helicopter flip to view
their tug and towboat before lunch at RCYC.
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