The 22nd edition of the Sandberg PalmaVela incorporates a new fleet. For the first time, the Mini 6.50s will participate in La Larga, the offshore race of the Real Club Náutico de Palma. This integration connects coastal sailing with oceanic sailing, reinforcing the regatta's international profile. With registrations from nearly 60 teams from 19 countries, the event gains in technical level and diversity.
Innovation and Endurance in 6.50 Meters ⚙️
These boats, specifically designed for oceanic races like the Mini Transat, are platforms for technological development. Their construction prioritizes lightness and robustness to face solo or two-handed crossings. The designs experiment with materials and hull shapes, and their steering and autonomous energy systems are benchmarks. Their presence brings a focus on sustainable and efficient navigation.
From the Home Sofa to the Gulf of Lions in a Mini 🌊
One thinks of a Mini and urban cars come to mind. But these Minis are another story: they are proof that in less than seven meters you can have everything necessary for an oceanic crossing, as long as your definition of necessary includes sleeping in a hole next to the gunwale and eating freeze-dried food. Good training for anyone who wants to try astronaut life, but with more splashes.