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December 2, 2009 – The Sportlifestyle company PUMA continues their love of extreme sailing and signed on to be the title sponsor of the International Moth Worlds 2010. PUMA 2010 International Moth Worlds will be held March 8-15, 2010 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The event will be held at the Dubai Offshore Sailing Club.
PUMA 2010 International Moth Worlds is expecting between 50-70 boats to compete, all branded with the signature PUMA cat. Many as 15 of the world’s top Moth sailors slated to participate in the event. The Moth Class draws sailors of Olympic and America’s Cup caliber and is quickly becoming a premier dinghy class.
“During each stopover along the Volvo Ocean Race route last year, the PUMA Moths drew so much attention because of their agility and speed, they became a great addition to the PUMA Ocean Racing team. ” said Antonio Bertone, PUMA Chief Marketing Officer. “We are proud to continue our partnership with one of the fastest growing small boat classes in sailing. The Moth’s require extreme skill to sail but also bring a sense of fun to the sport, something that is a perfect fit for the PUMA brand.”
PUMA became involved with the Moth Class during the Volvo Ocean Race 2008-2009, having PUMA branded Moths sailed in port during each of the eleven stopovers around the world. During the adventure around the world, PUMA's Moths were sailed by ISAF Rolex Sailor of the Year Anna Tunicliffe, US Laser sailor Brad Funk, former Moth World Champion Rohan Veal and Swiss Moth sailor Arnaud Psarofaghis. Both the Moth Class and PUMA bring a new enthusiasm to sailing, attracting top sailors and non-sailing spectators.
“The Moth Class is delighted to have PUMA sponsoring the 2010 Moth World Championships in Dubai,” said event organizer and Moth sailor Chris Graham. “The Moth class is growing so fast, attracting the best dinghy sailors in the world and putting them in one boat against each other. Along with PUMA’s entry into the world of sailing, we feel that the synergy between Moth sailors and PUMA is a perfect fit. Both PUMA and Moths share a love for fast, exciting and very high caliber sailing matched with a sense of fun an friendliness off the water.”
PUMA has entered a new premium category for sailing and was the only Sportlifestyle company to participate in the Volvo Ocean Race 2008-2009, where PUMA’s il mostro boat won an impressive 2nd place finish. Alongside PUMA’s entry in the Volvo Ocean Race, PUMA launched a full range of marine clothing and apparel, from offshore sailing gear to onshore lifestyle fashion. The PUMA Sailing Performance collection was developed and tested by the PUMA Ocean Racing team itself, and was worn by the team throughout the Volvo Ocean Race 2008-2009. The PUMA Sailing Lifestyle collection takes inspiration from the sport.
For more information about the PUMA Moth World Championships and PUMA Sailing collections, please visit www.pumaoceanracing.com.
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Wednesday, December 02, 2009
Friday, September 04, 2009
Moth Sailing Video Bite: Australian Sailor Rohan Veal's View
From the sharp Nautical Photographer Amory Ross, who convinced Australian Moth Sailor Rohan Veal to wear his head-cam for this entertaining footage from the 2009 Worlds:
You'll catch a glimpse of Puma's Sailors as well.
Enjoy!
You'll catch a glimpse of Puma's Sailors as well.
Enjoy!
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Kitty Bite: PUMA Makes An Impressive Debut At Moth Worlds 2009
The Moth Worlds have come and gone, but a lovely re-cap from the Puma Press Peeps on an excellent debut:
Brad Funk Places in the Top Ten Sailing a PUMA Bladerider Moth!
"Boston, MA (August 18, 2009) – PUMA Ocean Racing Ambassador, Brad Funk of Florida made an impressive debut at the Moth Worlds 2009 on The Gorge in Cascade Locks, Oregon USA, sailing a PUMA Bladerider Moth. Well known for his Laser sailing, Funk placed in the top ten in the overall competition. PUMA had two branded Moths at The Gorge.
PUMA Moth sailors were outfitted in pieces from the PUMA Sailing Performance collection on and off the water. Their gear included the PUMA One Design Spray Top, PUMA’s Windstopper Softshell Jacket, PUMA Sailing One Design Shorts and Sailing Barrel Bags, which were a favorite of the PUMA Ocean racing team on their boat il mostro during the Volvo Ocean Racing 2008-2009.
Starting out in the Moth is no simple task and the class includes some of the best dinghy sailors in the world. Many of the sailors who are in the top half of the fleet have been sailing the Moth for at least two years. That’s the normal amount of time it takes for a sailor to get comfortable and really proficient at sailing this highly technical boat. But Brad, who has been sailing the Moth on and off for a year and never in a competitive situation, has found the boat to be exciting and challenging. Judging from his eighth place finish at Moth Worlds, he’s catching on quickly.
What makes his eighth place even more impressive is that Brad is still training full time in his Laser, working on a campaign for the 2012 Olympics. Immediately after hitting the beach on Saturday, Brad jumped a flight headed to Halifax, Nova Scotia for Laser Worlds.
“I’m really happy to have finished in the top ten at Moth Worlds. My goal going into the event was to try and hang with the top guys. I’m still learning about the boat and there are still things that I need to work on, but I’m making progress.”
“This boat requires a lot more attention to detail than Laser sailing. There is always boat work to be done and little tweaks to be made. At first I found this really frustrating because I just wanted to get out there and sail, but I’m learning that the extra time you spend working on the boat really does make a difference out on the water.”
“Now it’s time to put the Moth sailing to the side for bit and focus on sailing my Laser. But I’ll be back on the Moth soon- it’s nice to be able to switch up my routine once in a while. The Moth class has great potential to give our sport some new excitement. It will be interesting to see what’s possible as the level of talent and boats progress, and it will be fun to see what a company like PUMA can bring to the class.”
Brad first joined the PUMA family during the Volvo Ocean Race stopover in Boston. He, along with wife and Olympic gold medalist Anna Tunnicliffe sailed the PUMA Moths and served as PUMA Sailing Ambassadors. Brad and Anna help coach a PUMA Moth clinic, inviting local college sailors to try the Moths on Boston Harbor. Over the course of six days, the coaches introduced approximately thirty college sailors to the Moth and PUMA Sailing. Brad and Anna also joined the PUMA Ocean Racing crew il mostro for a day of training prior to the start of Leg 6 in the Volvo Ocean Race. "
Brad Funk Places in the Top Ten Sailing a PUMA Bladerider Moth!"Boston, MA (August 18, 2009) – PUMA Ocean Racing Ambassador, Brad Funk of Florida made an impressive debut at the Moth Worlds 2009 on The Gorge in Cascade Locks, Oregon USA, sailing a PUMA Bladerider Moth. Well known for his Laser sailing, Funk placed in the top ten in the overall competition. PUMA had two branded Moths at The Gorge.
PUMA Moth sailors were outfitted in pieces from the PUMA Sailing Performance collection on and off the water. Their gear included the PUMA One Design Spray Top, PUMA’s Windstopper Softshell Jacket, PUMA Sailing One Design Shorts and Sailing Barrel Bags, which were a favorite of the PUMA Ocean racing team on their boat il mostro during the Volvo Ocean Racing 2008-2009.
Starting out in the Moth is no simple task and the class includes some of the best dinghy sailors in the world. Many of the sailors who are in the top half of the fleet have been sailing the Moth for at least two years. That’s the normal amount of time it takes for a sailor to get comfortable and really proficient at sailing this highly technical boat. But Brad, who has been sailing the Moth on and off for a year and never in a competitive situation, has found the boat to be exciting and challenging. Judging from his eighth place finish at Moth Worlds, he’s catching on quickly.
What makes his eighth place even more impressive is that Brad is still training full time in his Laser, working on a campaign for the 2012 Olympics. Immediately after hitting the beach on Saturday, Brad jumped a flight headed to Halifax, Nova Scotia for Laser Worlds.
“I’m really happy to have finished in the top ten at Moth Worlds. My goal going into the event was to try and hang with the top guys. I’m still learning about the boat and there are still things that I need to work on, but I’m making progress.”
“This boat requires a lot more attention to detail than Laser sailing. There is always boat work to be done and little tweaks to be made. At first I found this really frustrating because I just wanted to get out there and sail, but I’m learning that the extra time you spend working on the boat really does make a difference out on the water.”
“Now it’s time to put the Moth sailing to the side for bit and focus on sailing my Laser. But I’ll be back on the Moth soon- it’s nice to be able to switch up my routine once in a while. The Moth class has great potential to give our sport some new excitement. It will be interesting to see what’s possible as the level of talent and boats progress, and it will be fun to see what a company like PUMA can bring to the class.”
Brad first joined the PUMA family during the Volvo Ocean Race stopover in Boston. He, along with wife and Olympic gold medalist Anna Tunnicliffe sailed the PUMA Moths and served as PUMA Sailing Ambassadors. Brad and Anna help coach a PUMA Moth clinic, inviting local college sailors to try the Moths on Boston Harbor. Over the course of six days, the coaches introduced approximately thirty college sailors to the Moth and PUMA Sailing. Brad and Anna also joined the PUMA Ocean Racing crew il mostro for a day of training prior to the start of Leg 6 in the Volvo Ocean Race. "
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Puma Bite: Chatting With Glenn Raphael
From Our PR Puma Peeps:
In preparing for Moth Worlds, we had a chance to chat with Glenn Raphael, who will be sailing one of our PUMA Moths out in Oregon next week.
Let’s start off easy…what got you started in sailing?
G: I was introduced to sailing at about five years old when my father purchased a small sailing dinghy for my older sister. Although barely being able to swim I would kick her off and sail it. My father was a competitive sailor as well as a lot of my family. I grew up at yacht clubs, so it was pretty much a sure thing.
Why sail a foiling moth? How does it compare to other boats you’ve sailed?
G: If not for the speed and excitement what else? The Moth class is growing at such a rapid rate, and after moving to Dubai, it was the obvious choice for someone who is into skiff racing. You don’t have to worry about a crew and you can rig up and head out sailing in less than 15 minutes. It is extremely difficult to compare to anything else I have sailed and the acceleration and silence when foiling is unreal.
What do you think the Moth brings to the sport of sailing?
G: High performance, single handed racing that is interesting to watch.
With Moth Worlds two weeks away, what are you doing to prepare for the events? Any special training routines?
G: My routine has been a combination of circuit training and on water sessions. In Dubai now with air temperatures in excess of 40 degrees Celsius and water temperature currently about 37 degrees, on water training has been very demanding for the last month. Chris Graham and I have been training together a lot over the past six months.
Just before Moth Worlds, there is the Dash-4-Cash. Can you explain this event?
G: I’m not sure on the exact format of the race yet. Imagine it will be a downwind race from Cascade Locks. First place takes the Cash!!! A similar event is scheduled for Dubai known as “Around the World,” around the World Island Development.
Glenn, what is happening on the sailing scene in Dubai?
G: Dubai in terms of Moth Racing is developing really well with the World Championships there next March. We have around 13 Moths racing in the UAE and more on the way. In addition to the Moth Sailing, there is a reasonable size Laser fleet and a strong IRC racing scene. The two Dubai based professional teams (Sea Dubai – RC 44 and Team Aqua - RC44 & Extreme 40) do very well in helping to promote sailing in Dubai on the World Stage. There is always plenty of talk around town about the America’s Cup, due to Emirates Airlines’ involvement and potential Volvo Ocean Race Stopovers as well, let’s see.
Question for both of you, other than sailing, what sports are you a fan of (either playing or watching)?
G: When I have time I like to enjoy the beach or any sport on the water. Luckily in Dubai you can do this almost all year round.
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In preparing for Moth Worlds, we had a chance to chat with Glenn Raphael, who will be sailing one of our PUMA Moths out in Oregon next week.
Let’s start off easy…what got you started in sailing?
G: I was introduced to sailing at about five years old when my father purchased a small sailing dinghy for my older sister. Although barely being able to swim I would kick her off and sail it. My father was a competitive sailor as well as a lot of my family. I grew up at yacht clubs, so it was pretty much a sure thing.
Why sail a foiling moth? How does it compare to other boats you’ve sailed?
G: If not for the speed and excitement what else? The Moth class is growing at such a rapid rate, and after moving to Dubai, it was the obvious choice for someone who is into skiff racing. You don’t have to worry about a crew and you can rig up and head out sailing in less than 15 minutes. It is extremely difficult to compare to anything else I have sailed and the acceleration and silence when foiling is unreal.
What do you think the Moth brings to the sport of sailing?
G: High performance, single handed racing that is interesting to watch.
With Moth Worlds two weeks away, what are you doing to prepare for the events? Any special training routines?
G: My routine has been a combination of circuit training and on water sessions. In Dubai now with air temperatures in excess of 40 degrees Celsius and water temperature currently about 37 degrees, on water training has been very demanding for the last month. Chris Graham and I have been training together a lot over the past six months.
Just before Moth Worlds, there is the Dash-4-Cash. Can you explain this event?
G: I’m not sure on the exact format of the race yet. Imagine it will be a downwind race from Cascade Locks. First place takes the Cash!!! A similar event is scheduled for Dubai known as “Around the World,” around the World Island Development.
Glenn, what is happening on the sailing scene in Dubai?
G: Dubai in terms of Moth Racing is developing really well with the World Championships there next March. We have around 13 Moths racing in the UAE and more on the way. In addition to the Moth Sailing, there is a reasonable size Laser fleet and a strong IRC racing scene. The two Dubai based professional teams (Sea Dubai – RC 44 and Team Aqua - RC44 & Extreme 40) do very well in helping to promote sailing in Dubai on the World Stage. There is always plenty of talk around town about the America’s Cup, due to Emirates Airlines’ involvement and potential Volvo Ocean Race Stopovers as well, let’s see.
Question for both of you, other than sailing, what sports are you a fan of (either playing or watching)?
G: When I have time I like to enjoy the beach or any sport on the water. Luckily in Dubai you can do this almost all year round.
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Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Here Come The Puma Moths!
From our friends at Puma Ocean Racing...
Get Back Out There!
The PUMA Ocean Racing Bladerider Moths will be sailing in the 2009 International Moth World Championships. This event will take place August 6 – 15 in Cascade Locks, Oregon, USA.
Moth Worlds are one of the premier events in competitive dinghy sailing, attracting top-level sailors from around the globe. The entry roster includes countries such as the United States, Australia, Great Britain, New Zealand, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, Japan, and Belgium.
After finishing an amazing journey with PUMA's boat 'il mostro' in the Volvo Ocean Race, PUMA Ocean Racing is excited to have two top sailors compete in the Moth Worlds using the PUMA Bladeriders. PUMA Ocean Racing is all about high adrenaline sailing and the foiling Moths that 'fly' over the water are another exciting way to bring that to the sailing audience and beyond. The foiling moth class is relatively new, but features some of the best young talent.
PUMA's Moths will be sailed by Brad Funk (USA) and Glenn Raphael (AUS). These are the very same boats that joined the PUMA Ocean Racing Volvo Ocean Race crew in the stopovers around the world.
Brad returns to the PUMA family after sailing the Moths during the Volvo Ocean Race Boston Stopover. He is currently sailing in the Laser and International Moth Classes. Additionally, Brad sailed in the Laser Worlds in 2007 and 2008, and he's slated to attend the 2009 Laser Worlds a week after finishing Moth Worlds. A candidate for the 2008 Olympics, Brad is currently campaigning for the 2012 games.
Glenn Raphael is a welcomed addition to the PUMA program. Hailing from Australia and now living in the United Arab Emirates, Glenn has vast experience on the international sailing scene. He’s currently sailing in the International Moth Class and has participated in both the 18-foot skiff and Olympic 49er classes. This will be Glenn's third appearance at the Moth Worlds, having sailed there in 2007 and 2008.
PUMA will be blogging from the 2009 Moth Worlds on http://www.pumaoceanracing.com as well as following the event on the PUMA Ocean Racing Facebook page, through Twitter updates and posting event photos on Flickr.
Note From Jenn: Puma does an amazing job getting the story out with personality...follow along, you'll enjoy the scoop!
Get Back Out There!
The PUMA Ocean Racing Bladerider Moths will be sailing in the 2009 International Moth World Championships. This event will take place August 6 – 15 in Cascade Locks, Oregon, USA.
Moth Worlds are one of the premier events in competitive dinghy sailing, attracting top-level sailors from around the globe. The entry roster includes countries such as the United States, Australia, Great Britain, New Zealand, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, Japan, and Belgium.
After finishing an amazing journey with PUMA's boat 'il mostro' in the Volvo Ocean Race, PUMA Ocean Racing is excited to have two top sailors compete in the Moth Worlds using the PUMA Bladeriders. PUMA Ocean Racing is all about high adrenaline sailing and the foiling Moths that 'fly' over the water are another exciting way to bring that to the sailing audience and beyond. The foiling moth class is relatively new, but features some of the best young talent.
PUMA's Moths will be sailed by Brad Funk (USA) and Glenn Raphael (AUS). These are the very same boats that joined the PUMA Ocean Racing Volvo Ocean Race crew in the stopovers around the world.
Brad returns to the PUMA family after sailing the Moths during the Volvo Ocean Race Boston Stopover. He is currently sailing in the Laser and International Moth Classes. Additionally, Brad sailed in the Laser Worlds in 2007 and 2008, and he's slated to attend the 2009 Laser Worlds a week after finishing Moth Worlds. A candidate for the 2008 Olympics, Brad is currently campaigning for the 2012 games.
Glenn Raphael is a welcomed addition to the PUMA program. Hailing from Australia and now living in the United Arab Emirates, Glenn has vast experience on the international sailing scene. He’s currently sailing in the International Moth Class and has participated in both the 18-foot skiff and Olympic 49er classes. This will be Glenn's third appearance at the Moth Worlds, having sailed there in 2007 and 2008.
PUMA will be blogging from the 2009 Moth Worlds on http://www.pumaoceanracing.com as well as following the event on the PUMA Ocean Racing Facebook page, through Twitter updates and posting event photos on Flickr.
Note From Jenn: Puma does an amazing job getting the story out with personality...follow along, you'll enjoy the scoop!
Monday, July 20, 2009
Up-and-coming Bite: 2009 Moth Worlds
Just got an email from a Puma peep sharing the news of their participation. For sure to be the best looking Moths out there on the water...
Furthermore, believe Mr. Amory Ross will be shooting the event...which means amazing images.
The folks at SA will have this one well covered, but plan to keep an eye on the event, many Volvo sailors have their sites set on this class. I can rattle of a number of guys who went from the finish in St. Petersburg Russia, home to a new Moth awaiting them...
It's interesting to see the variety in the lives of a Volvo Ocean Race Sailor...what to do after you have sailed around the world...not an easy one to top!
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