Boats widely covered by the media
As the third biggest ocean racing event in France, the Transat Jacques Vabre has once again turned the spotlight on itself for its 2021 edition. Faced with this, all the actors of the nautical and yachting world are taking advantage of this media coverage to make a name for themselves. Between official partnerships with shipyards and outboard engine manufacturers for the accompanying boats and press releases from the various suppliers of skippers' equipment, from autopilots to sailmakers, not forgetting sea clothes, everyone is doing their part.
Variable benefits for the boater
The history of yachting has shown that ocean racing has brought many advances to the amateur sailor. From Eric Tabarly's spinnaker sock, very useful to the solo sailor, to the latest technology furlers... However, what do an Ultim with foil have in common with the small two-keel beached sailboat? If the image is beautiful, it is likely that their autopilots will have little technology in common. Similarly, beyond the image, what specific developments will an engine manufacturer or a RIB manufacturer be looking for in the Jacques Vabre? To the question of showcase or laboratory, the answer is probably to be left to the Normans: both... And you, professional readers, what are you looking for? Do not hesitate to share with us your innovations born of ocean racing.
