Ramón Carlín is probably one of the most underrated sailors in the world. The documentary "The Weekend Sailor" is now dedicated to the incredible story of the Mexican, who set off on the adventure of a lifetime with a motley crew in 1973. The film is part of the International Ocean Film Tour 2017 can be seen from March in selected locations throughout Germany and four other neighbouring countries, along with other contributions for all sea lovers. The special highlight for YACHT online users: With the codeyacht4ocean you will receive a discount of 3 euros for online advance sales and pay only 13.50 euros for a ticket!
YACHT tv already has an exclusive first taste of the sailing adventure:
If you want to find out more about the wild ride of the Mexican underdogs: YACHT 5/2017 will feature a large article on the "Sayula II" and her crew. Here you can also order the new magazine online.
Here is the press release for the film documentary:
17 yachts, seven nations, 27,000 nautical miles: the first sailing race around the globe takes place in 1973. But when Great Britain called for the first Whitbread Round the World Race, not only the most renowned international sailing teams took part, but also an underdog: Ramón Carlín, who had never before taken part in a race with his brand new yacht. The 50-year-old Mexican sets off on his journey with his family, a scrappy crew and little experience. Initially derided by the press as the laughing stock of the race, Carlín becomes the unexpected favourite. THE WEEKEND SAILOR tells the legendary story of a man who was underestimated by the (sailing) world.
