3di Conquers The Isle of Wight! 

The biggest event on the sailing calendar is the world's
largest and most famous yachting race, the JPMorgan
Asset Management Round the Island Race. It took place
on the 28th June 2008 starting and (for most) finishing
in Cowes, Isle of Wight. Nearly 1,600 boats competed
over the 50-mile course around the Isle of Wight in a
race that saw the crew of 3di in a team with Book Builders
up against some of the biggest names in the sailing world.

This year's race was a challenge even for the most
hardened of sailors when they came up against some of
the most demanding conditions.  Steady 15knot winds
which increased to 25 knots gusting 30 bringing with it
big seas and choppy waves, coupled with poor visibility
early on, really tested the 3di crew's teamwork and
determination.

By the time they rounded the forts just off Ryde the much
improved conditions made the last leg of the race enjoyable
for all involved. The team of 3di and Bookbuilders had
worked well together, bringing their Jeanneau Sun Odyssey
36i Nordic Mist home in just over 9 hours and 23 minutes,
deservedly claiming joint 36th place from 62 class entries.