A big congratulations from all the team here at VESTAS Sailrocket to the wonderful achievements of the Hydroptere team. I personally think it is great to have other teams of this calibre out there constantly pushing the limits and raising the bar.

For them to make such a large jump in performance is both amazing and encouraging for us as we still feel there is a little more to come from our own wonderful boat. Great to see the boats back on top. The kiters might get it up a bit... but in the next few years... I reckon the boats will ultimately dominate this end of the sport.

We haven't been sitting idly by here mind you. I was just about to post a press release on Friday when the news came through... I'll definitely have to re-write that one!!!

After hearing the news about Hydroptere I spent the rest of the day in a slightly nauseous and nervous state... as you feel just before a real battle starts. Our options are now limited and we know what we have to do next time the curtain is raised.

We WILL go back for one last shot at the title. Nothing focuses the mind like competition. The record was high before but now Hydroptere's achievements have made it clear that if we are to be successful... we only have one option... and that is to take our little, one man boat to the absolute limit. These limits can be as psychological as they are physical. 

We need to go exactly 4 knots quicker... that's all;)

A press release will follow announcing dates.

I can't wait.

Once again, congratulations to Alain and the Hydroptere team... we know what a wonderful feeling it is to have your hard work and self belief rewarded.

Well done.

Paul