British Sailing Legend Andrew Simpson Dies in Americas Cup Tragedy
May 10th 2013
Our UK editor Gael Pawson wrote this very moving tribute to Bart Simpson.
Posts Tagged ‘Gael Pawson’
Laser to Become the Kirby Torch Dinghy?
April 10th 2013
Why we may have to learn to call the most famous international racing dinghy by a new name.
Why we may have to learn to call the most famous international racing dinghy by a new name.
My Favorite Boat: International Moth
April 6th 2013
You'd better like the water if you're learning how to sail a Moth.
You'd better like the water if you're learning how to sail a Moth.
Favourite Yachting Bar: The King and Queen
December 23rd 2012
boats.com UK editor Gael Pawson counts the King and Queen in Hamble as her "local," and it is currently sitting in third place as the Favorite Yachting Bar contest heats up.
boats.com UK editor Gael Pawson counts the King and Queen in Hamble as her "local," and it is currently sitting in third place as the Favorite Yachting Bar contest heats up.
Torqeedo Wins DAME Award at METS
November 13th 2012
The Design Awards METS (known as the DAME Awards) were just announced in The Netherlands. METS is the largest trade show in the world for the international marine leisure industry.
The Design Awards METS (known as the DAME Awards) were just announced in The Netherlands. METS is the largest trade show in the world for the international marine leisure industry.
Sailing Deserves its Olympic Status
August 13th 2012
Sailing is not exclusive or expensive, except at the Olympic level.
Sailing is not exclusive or expensive, except at the Olympic level.
No USA Medals in Sailing; Match Racing Shows Olympic Potential
August 8th 2012
For the first time since 1936, the US came up dry in the sailing medal count when gold medal favorite Anna Tunnicliffe and team failed to make the final four. And according to Gael Pawson, the Women's Match Racing format dragged on for far too long.
For the first time since 1936, the US came up dry in the sailing medal count when gold medal favorite Anna Tunnicliffe and team failed to make the final four. And according to Gael Pawson, the Women's Match Racing format dragged on for far too long.
Weymouth: The Perfect Venue for London 2012 Olympic Sailing
August 7th 2012
It might be the London Olympics, but the sailing competition is taking part in Weymouth, some 140 miles away.
It might be the London Olympics, but the sailing competition is taking part in Weymouth, some 140 miles away.
Olympic Update: Heartbreak is International
August 6th 2012
Neither American Paige Railey nor Irish Annalise Murphy will bring home a medal from London 2012, but they both managed to inspire us with their Olympic performances in the Laser Radial.
Neither American Paige Railey nor Irish Annalise Murphy will bring home a medal from London 2012, but they both managed to inspire us with their Olympic performances in the Laser Radial.
Star Class: Back again for the 2016 Olympics?
August 6th 2012
Gael Pawson reports on the issue that had tongues wagging in Weymouth, just after what could be the final Olympic race for this iconic keelboat.
Gael Pawson reports on the issue that had tongues wagging in Weymouth, just after what could be the final Olympic race for this iconic keelboat.
First 2012 Olympic sailing medals decided in Weymouth
August 5th 2012
The Star and Finn medals for the 2012 Olympic Games were decided by razor thin margins in the first medal races of the two week event.
The Star and Finn medals for the 2012 Olympic Games were decided by razor thin margins in the first medal races of the two week event.
US Olympic Match Racers Hit Form
August 4th 2012
Team USA match racers Anna Tunnicliffe, Molly Vandermoer, and Debbie Capozzi finished fourth in the qualifying series to advance to the quarter-finals.
Team USA match racers Anna Tunnicliffe, Molly Vandermoer, and Debbie Capozzi finished fourth in the qualifying series to advance to the quarter-finals.
Olympic Sailors Take to Snorkeling
August 1st 2012
It all started with Mr. Bean. A humorous opening ceremony set the tone for this Olympic regatta, and the 49er class is the most fun of all…
It all started with Mr. Bean. A humorous opening ceremony set the tone for this Olympic regatta, and the 49er class is the most fun of all…
Olympic Sailing: Shifty Weymouth is Not for Quitters
August 1st 2012
It was a case of big seas and plenty of breeze for the Finn and Star classes as they faced shifty conditions in Weymouth on day three of the regatta.
It was a case of big seas and plenty of breeze for the Finn and Star classes as they faced shifty conditions in Weymouth on day three of the regatta.
