“Collaborating for a Sustainable Baltic Sea: Celebrating Efforts on Baltic Sea Day”
Racing on the Baltic Sea also means taking responsibility for its future. 🌊💙 On Baltic Sea Day, we are proud to highlight our collaboration with the John Nurminen Foundation and our shared commitment to protecting the Baltic Sea. As part of the RORC Baltic Sea Race sustainability challenge, participating teams were encouraged to take concrete […]
Endurance and Triumph: A Tougher Race Than Fastnet
“We’ve done four Fastnets, and this was harder. It’s very, very wet inside the boat, but we’re happy. We haven’t had any problems with the boat, just two small holes in the mainsail, nothing else. This is the most fantastic crew you could ever have.” C-ME SWE13 , Håkan Grönvall owner and skipper, FIRST 40 […]
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Explore the RORC Baltic Sea Race in Helsinki
Come and meet the boats and sailors preparing for the RORC Baltic Sea Race in Helsinki! ⛵🌊 You’ll find the organisers by the blue Race Office container 📍 Kanavaranta 4, Katajanokka, Helsinki @marinabayhelsinki_ ⛵ Boat presentations for the public 15:00–16:15 17:00–18:15 Meeting point: in front of the Race Office. Can’t make these times? No worries; drop […]
Lessons and Challenges from the Global Solo Challenge During Boating Safety Week
This week we have been celebrating Boating Safety Week. 🌊 Safety at sea is built above all on preparation, anticipation, and good seamanship. When something unexpected happens, what matters most are the decisions made and the preparations completed before departure. I was reminded of this firsthand while competing in the Global Solo Challenge, when my […]
World Sailing Day: Embracing Adventure, Freedom, and Unity on the Sea
⛵️🌎 This week we celebrate World Sailing Day 🌍⛵️ Every sailor has their own reason to go to sea. For me, sailing is adventure, freedom, problem-solving, and a continuous opportunity to learn. It has taken me to places I never imagined and introduced me to people from all around the world who share the same […]
Towards Summer and Kokkola: Racing Challenges in Sailing with Ari
The sails are up and the course is set for Kokkola — but why? @arikansakoski.solo.sailing talks about the upcoming summer races. On the calendar are events such as Course Kemi, Bothnia Regatta, and the Baltic Sea Race. Listen to the episode via the link in bio 🔥 Follow Saaristopodcast on Instagram 👉 @saaristopodcast
Toward the Atlantic and a Circumnavigation – Electric Power and Dreams
Today was the last day of the boat show.On the sailing side, there were two race entries equipped for light conditions with ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 electric outboard motors, sponsored by @electricmarine. @viivimoisio – THE GIRL WHO DARED TO DREAM – will take part in the Globe 5.80 Transat race in autumn 2026. The race is […]
Preparation for the Global Solo Challenge 2027
Solo sailing around the world is not just about sailing — it’s about decisions, data, and trust in technology. 🌍⛵Preparing for the Global Solo Challenge means refining hundreds of small details into one functioning whole: navigation, electronics, energy solutions, and safety.At Venemestarin Telakka, in cooperation with Raymarine, I will talk about my preparation for the […]
Catching the Vibes from @rolexfastnetracecherbourg with Enderpearl
Catch the vibes from @rolexfastnetracecherbourg Check out the latest news from Enderpearl. Link in the profile’s bio. 🥳🔥🥇 https://www.rolexfastnetrace.com/en/class-update-irc-zero-one-and-four #rolexfastnetrace #offshoreracing #irczero Follow Ari Känsäkoski on Instagram 👉 @arikansakoski.solo.sailing
