Subic to Boracay Race set

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All is set for the inaugural staging of the twin race to the resort island of Boracay - the Subic to Boracay Race and the Boracay Cup - which will gather the top yachtsmen of the Philippines and Asia-Pacific. The 200-nautical mile Subic to Boracay Race, the country's longest regatta, kick offs on Feb. 19 at the Subic Bay Yacht Club (SBYC) with some 15 boats taking part. The race will introduce an interesting tactical challenge to navigators as the course will allow boats to pass on either side of Mindoro Island. The western route up the Verde Island passage is known for its wind against wide conditions and the often windless area around Dumali Point. The eastern option will avoid this, but Mindoro's 2,500-meter high mountain range could provide a large wind shadow behind the island and slow down the boats. Boats will take between 20 and 48 hours to reach the famed resort island. After the gruelling race, the Boracay Cup Series gets under way and will consist of four days of racing from Feb. 22-25. The sailing event will consist of two days of windward/leeward courses and two days of round-the-island courses.

Source: news.yahoo.com