by Dee Caffari | Aug 19, 2017 | Diary
After the final two races, we have arrived in Cascais, Portugal and I have had a chance to reflect on the whole of Leg Zero. Thinking back to just ahead of Turn the Tide on Plastic’s first competitive outing, I can admit to feeling nervous when we lined up against the...
by Dee Caffari | Aug 10, 2017 | Diary
It is hard to believe that it was only just over a week ago that I made my return to the UKSA during Lendy Cowes Week. Last Tuesday I met with the UKSA’s Patron, Princess Royal, ahead of an afternoon of sailing with students and special guests. The UKSA is where it...
by Dee Caffari | Aug 1, 2017 | Diary
You might be mistaken in thinking I have fallen off a cliff this year but the reality is that my radio silence has been due to a very exciting new project that has been all consuming these last few months. It is project that is going to see me sail around the world...
by Dee Caffari | Mar 28, 2017 | Diary
Last week I was invited to address the Scottish Renewables Conference in Edinburgh. They wanted to me to talk about the development of renewable power in offshore sailing. With the success of Conrad Coleman completing the Vendee Globe without the use of any fossil...
by Dee Caffari | Mar 15, 2017 | Diary
We had 5000 miles to cover in just 18 days. The race yacht had achieved line honors in a classic offshore race and celebrations were taking place at 2200hrs until well into the early hours. Meanwhile, discreetly in the background, the boat was being prepared for...
by Dee Caffari | Feb 8, 2017 | Diary
It seems that this time of year is given over to Boat Shows. Time to check out new gear available on the market, see some new boat innovations and probably more importantly have chance to catch up with friends and colleagues. I have been fortunate enough to visit the...
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