Catamaran Speed Records Just Got Broken (Speed Stick Update)
New speeds are in. Records have been smashed. The leaderboard has changed.
Want to get on it?
• Take a GPS device with you
(watch, Velocitek, action cam with GPS, or phone app)
• After your session, check your top speed
• Send your result to:
[email protected]
Include:
• Helm + crew names
• Boat type
• Location
• Evidence (screenshot of GPS)
Optional:
• Photo or video clip — get featured in the next update
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New speeds are in. Records have been smashed. The leaderboard has changed.
Want to get on it?
• Take a GPS device with you
(watch, Velocitek, action cam with GPS, or phone app)
• After your session, check your top speed
• Send your result to:
[email protected]
Include:
• Helm + crew names
• Boat type
• Location
• Evidence (screenshot of GPS)
Optional:
• Photo or video clip — get featured in the next update
Learn Catamaran Sailing – Joyrider Classroom Series
Get structured, step-by-step training to improve your sailing fast.
Full modules covering boat handling, rigging, power control, racing and more.
Get access here:
YouTube Membership
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1lH
Patreon
https://www.patreon.com/joseph_bennett
---
Support Joyrider TV
If you’re enjoying the videos and want to help keep the channel moving forward, here are the best ways to support:
Official Joyrider Hub
Merch, Speed Stick leaderboard, coaching and more
https://totaljoyrider.com](https://totaljoyrider.com
Gear I Use and Recommend
SunGod Sunglasses
https://www.sungod.co/s/eR4VYYu3/](https://www.sungod.co/s/eR4VYYu3/
Telemetry Overlay – add GPS data to your sailing videos
Use code JOYRIDERTV for discount
https://bit.ly/telemetryoverlay
Instamic Waterproof Audio
https://instamic.io/?aff=119
Xero Shoes
https://xeroshoes.com/go/joyridertv
Forward WIP – impact protection for sailing
@forwardwip
Want to be part of the action?
Upload your sailing videos to Joyrider Worldwide and get featured.
Get uploader access at https://totaljoyrider.com
About Joyrider TV
Joyrider TV is one of YouTube’s leading channels for catamaran sailing.
Videos include tutorials, maintenance guides, Q+As, race strategy and real-world sailing.
Whether you sail a Hobie, Nacra, A-Class, Prindle, Dart, Tornado, F18, F16 or more, you’ll find practical, no-nonsense advice to help you sail faster, safer and with more confidence.
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