Please select your home edition
Edition
Armstrong 728x90 - Wing FG Board Range - TOP

First shots of supermaxis Comanche and Wild Oats XI side by side

by Andrew Richardson on 2 Dec 2014
Comanche & Wild Oats Side By Side - Woolwich Dock - Comanche & Wild Oats Side By Side Andrew Richardson
Some of the first 'Side By Side' shots of the supermaxis Wild Oats XI and Comanche have been posted to YouTube

Jim Clark's hot new 100 ft Comanche has travelled from Newport RI - to line up against a recent set of contenders including Syd Fisher Ragamuffin for a Sydney to Hobart showdown.

There is a startling difference in the width of the proven Wild Oats XI and the nine years junior Comanche – whist they have the same LOA and similar mast heights.

These are phone snaps by Andrew Richardson www.crossfirephotography.com

Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca 2025Cyclops Marine 2023 November - FOOTERAllen Dynamic 40 Footer

Related Articles

2025 International Lightning Class Boat Grant
Proud to announce the three 2025 Boat Grant teams Since the inception of the International Lightning Class Boat Grant Program in 2007, over 50 young teams have enjoyed the incredible level of racing and camaraderie the Lightning Class offers.
Posted today at 6:36 pm Seattle set to host Clipper Race stopover
Tenth anniversary of first visit, returning with team entry Seattle is set to host the Clipper 2025-26 Race as the global sailing event has announced the city will feature on its race route.
Posted today at 2:59 pm Seldén Mast Launches U.S. Online Store
Making Genuine Spare Parts Available Nationwide Seldén Mast is proud to announce the launch of its dedicated online store for the U.S. market. For the first time, sailboat owners across the United States will have direct access to a comprehensive selection of genuine Seldén parts and accessories.
Posted today at 8:50 am BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival day 3
Excitement on the docks as big breeze lines up for thrilling racing There's no shortage of talent or breeze in the BVI as almost eighty boats prepare to assume the challenge in the 52nd edition of the BVI Spring Regatta which starts Friday in the stunning Caribbean waters off Nanny Cay Resort and Marina.
Posted today at 5:15 am Vaikobi Launches New Board Short Collection
With a buy second pair half price deal Vaikobi, a leader in high-performance ocean sports apparel, is proud to introduce its latest collection of men's boardshorts: the Newport Boardies and Paddle Boardies. Designed for comfort, sports versatility and hydrodynamic efficiency.
Posted on 3 Apr Transat Paprec skippers under the microscope
Favorites, outsiders, newbies… In 12 days' time, the iconic 100% mixed transatlantic race between Concarneau and Saint-Barthélemy, Transat Paprec, will get under way.
Posted on 3 Apr J/70 Corinthian Europeans in Cascais day 1
54 teams participating in this new continental format The International J/70 Class Association continues to grow and evolve, debuting the Corinthian European Championship this year in Cascais Portugal.
Posted on 3 Apr Bayview Mackinac Race Communication #6
ORC rating information USSailing's application was designed to be completed in sections. An owner can submit their initial application without having all the required measurement data on hand, including your final crew weight.
Posted on 3 Apr BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival day 2
A wild and windy day for the Scrub Island Invitational With gusts hitting 30+ knots in a particularly dark squall that hit the racecourse, washing off the salty water that had already drenched those sailors on the rail as big seas washed over the sides.
Posted on 3 Apr Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 4
Getting that winning mojo back on the Bay of Palma Coming as it does as the first major all-classes regatta after the Paris 2024 Olympics, the huge 54 Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels sailing regatta represents the perfect opportunity to rebuild dented confidence.
Posted on 3 Apr
This site and its contents are Copyright © 2025 Sail-World Sail-World USA and/or the original author, photographer etc. All Rights Reserved. Photographs are copyright by law. If you wish to use or buy a photograph contact the photographer directly.
If you have any questions about advertising or editorial then please contact our team. If you encounter any technical issues then please email techsupport@sail-world.com
Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy