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The Triangle Race: Racing for drinks on dead bishops

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The Triangle Race is a double-handed 600-mile jaunt between the countries England, Ireland, and France, organized biennially in late June by several yacht clubs in the three countries. One special tradition of the race is the reception in the cloisters of Saint-Tugdual Cathedral, among recumbent sculptures of deceased priests.

Author: Roberson, John
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2001
United Kingdom

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Drawn by a bug light for weirdos

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The article provides excerpts of the single-handed Transpacific yacht race which has participants like ladies, blind persons and retired people. These sailors share a kinship of having overcome personal difficulties to accomplish their common goal.

Author: Coleman, Robby
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2003
Public affairs, Pacific Ocean, Social aspects

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Olympic circle is thinking green

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Members of the Olympic Circle Sailing Club aim to sail in waters to trade San Francisco Bay's foul weather. The group monitors natural resources and manages protected areas.

Author: Loibner, Dieter
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2003
California

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Subjects list: Management, Competitions, Sailboat racing, Yacht racing, Sailing, Company business management, Yacht clubs
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