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The long and the short of it

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The 1997-98 Whitbread Round-the-World Race for the Volvo Trophy has adopted a new points system which focuses on winning the leg boat-for-boat. The new system, aimed at guaranteeing a close race, replaces the old system which was based on whoever logged the best time around the course.

Author: McKeag, Malcolm
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1997
Laws, regulations and rules, Sailboat racing, Yacht racing, Whitbread Round the World Race, 1997 AD

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British invasion

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British boatbuilder Oyster Marine is noted for its bluewater cruises. Run by a group of sailors under the chairmanship of Richard Matthews, the firm has maintained a number of loyal customers. The firm follows a philosophy of making its customer a member of the organization.

Author: McKeag, Malcolm
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1998
United Kingdom, Management, Boatbuilding, Oyster Marine

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