Monthly Archives: October 2023
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Transat Jacques Vabre
29. October 2023 | Le Havre
The Transat Jacques Vabre, which will take place this year on October 29, is a transatlantic race held every two years. It starts from Le Havre for all monohulls and multihulls. Since the first start in 1993, the race format has steadily changed. While in the beginning only single-handed sailors were allowed, since 1995 the regatta has also been contested by crews of two.
Marinepool sponsors three teams in this race: Fabrice Amedeo, who has been working with the brand for over 10 years, sails with Andreas Baden. Thibaut Vauchel has been with us for over 20 years and we are proud to support him.
Kito de Pavant sets a record with his twelfth participation in the Transat Jacques Vabre. As the second crew member on board the Class40 191 Movember sails Bertrand Guillonneau. For the qualification of boat and crew, the team has just left Douarnenez. This stage is considered one of the first important in preparation to the 30th anniversary edition of the Café Route, for which 200 skippers will set off from Le Havre to