Killer storm
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Six people died and seven yachts were abandoned during the 1998 Telstra Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race because of a sudden storm. The storm packed winds of up to 80 knots and waves that were as high as 60 feet. Forty-five aircraft and three surface vessels were utilized in the rescue effort.
Publication Name: Motor Boating & Sailing
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0027-1799
Year: 1999
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Merc's mecca
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Mercury High Performance Group's Fond du Lac, WI, plant, is recognized by raceboat and offshore high performance boat owners as the premier supplier of boat equipment and parts. The plant was recently expanded in 1994 to integrate operations as a single streamlined unit.
Publication Name: Motor Boating & Sailing
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0027-1799
Year: 1995
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Fun boats
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Five personal watercraft models were compared against each other. The vehicles feature innovative designs and electric components. They also integrate storage compartments, instrumentations and noise-reduction systems.
Publication Name: Motor Boating & Sailing
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0027-1799
Year: 1999
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