Cape to Rio Yacht Race scheduled for January 2011 start
by RCYC on 18 Jun 2010

Royal Cape Yacht Club
http://www.rcyc.co.za
The Royal Cape Yacht Club and South Atlantic Race (Pty) Ltd are proud to bring to your notice the re-establishment of the legendary Cape to Rio Yacht Race with a scheduled to start in January 2011.
The Cape to Rio Yacht Race is a direct route, 3,320Nm downwind race between Cape Town and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. While open to both mono and multi-hulled racing and cruising vessels, maximum participation is expected within this prestigious race which was last sailed 11 years ago.
While the event enjoys the full support of both the Cape Town Consul General of Brazil and the Municipality of Rio de Janeiro, major sponsorship of the race is expected to be secured within weeks.
In appreciation of your interest in this event and in your future consideration. Both the NOR and Entry forms are available from the website - ww.rcyc.co.za
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