Why they call it a boom

After the Last Jibe

After the Last JibeWind boiling out of the WSW coming into the East Passage of Narragansett Bay, the Eleventh Hour Racing team skippered by Charlie Enright takes first place in the Brazil to Newport leg of the race. Newport is this team's home port.

In sailing, a jibe can be an exciting and even dangerous maneuver. Some crews have learned why a certain spar of horizontal orientation possesses the name of "boom" while jibing.

The excitement comes after the jibe. The wind gathers in the sails. The boat will lurch and there is sudden acceleration. And then the rigging and the hull will whistle and hum with the gathering speed. It is exhilarating to say the least.

Yesterday, May 10, 2023, the Brazil to Newport leg of the Ocean Race had a jibe from the 11th Hour Racing team as they approached the finish line. It was a necessary move, but it added drama and excitement. It was the perfect way to end this leg of the race.

Na de laatste gijp

Na de laatste gijpWind boiling out of the WSW coming into the East Passage of Narragansett Bay, the Eleventh Hour Racing team skippered by Charlie Enright takes first place in the Brazil to Newport leg of the race. Newport is this team's home port.

Sawise Jibe Terakhir

Sawise Jibe TerakhirWind boiling out of the WSW coming into the East Passage of Narragansett Bay, the Eleventh Hour Racing team skippered by Charlie Enright takes first place in the Brazil to Newport leg of the race. Newport is this team's home port.

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