OCEAN CALLING

Fully prepared and optimized for the 2024 Vendée Globe, we are delighted to present our well-regarded Owen Clarke-designed IMOCA 60 ‘Nexans Wewise’ for sale. The yacht underwent a comprehensive refit in 2023, including an upgraded daggerboard system, revised deck layout, replacement of both running and standing rigging, a new set of North sails, a conversion to 2016-gauge ballast, and the addition of two new Madintec lines. The updates also feature advanced computer systems with two PCs and a cockpit lowered by 30 cm for improved headroom under the sprayhood and enhanced skipper protection. Further 2024 enhancements include a brand-new keel, with a stainless-steel foil by AMPM, a bulb from Irons Brothers, and fairing completed by C3Technologie.

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Race history:
New Zealand built and originally commissioned for Mike Golding as Ecover 3 for the 2008 Vendée Globe, she was leading the race until her unfortunate dismasting. Following refurbishment, she has raced in every edition since as Gamesa (Vendée Globe 2012), Kilcullen Voyager (Vendée Globe 2016), La Mie Caline (Vendée Globe 2020), with a new rig and mast installed in 2017.