Southampton boat show prepares for the Volvo experience (From Boating Cornwall)

Southampton boat show prepares for the Volvo experience

9:00am Wednesday 8th July 2009

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The PSP Southampton Boat Show in association is preparing for the arrival of the Volvo Ocean Race Experience to the Show. From September 11 – 20, Solent Park will buzz with an electrifying atmosphere, replicating that of the ocean’s tough yet glamorous race, as show visitors experience ’Life at the Extreme’.

Widely regarded as the pinnacle of sailing achievement, the Volvo Ocean Race is an extraordinary test of seafaring prowess and human endeavour. Often racing day and night for more than 30 days at a time, the crews experience enormous tests to their boating skills, physical endurance and competitive spirit.

The Volvo Ocean Race Experience will bring all the energy of this extraordinary race to Solent Park with a selection of interactive features expertly designed to give visitors an insight into life aboard a Volvo Open 70 yacht:.

The Ride.

This high adrenaline simulator recreates the sailing conditions onboard a Volvo Open 70 yacht ploughing through waves at speed. Strong winds and ocean spray provide a genuine sense of life at the helm of a racing yacht.

The Dome.

The Dome is an impressive cinematic experience with a difference. Seated inside a large inflatable hemisphere, visitors are taken behind the scenes of the world class sporting competition to witness the exhausting realities of life on board. The Grinding Challenge.

The Grinding Challenge gives a taste of the physical trials aboard a Volvo Open 70 yacht. Visitors can compete against family and friends – or just the clock – in this test of strength and technique.

Entrance to the Volvo Ocean Race Experience is free to ticket holders throughout the Show.

Andrew Williams, Managing Director of National Boat Shows, said: “With the Record Breakers theme of this year’s Show, it is more appropriate than ever to bring the Volvo Ocean Race Experience to Southampton. At each Show we aim to provide something special for everyone and the Volvo Ocean Race Experience is sure to be a real highlight of your Show.”

The Volvo Ocean Race Experience will be situated close to the Record Breakers Show Stage. This year, the Show will attempt to break a number of ambitious world records throughout the 10 day marine extravaganza which will feature almost 1000 boats and 500 exhibitors.

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