Five Things To Do…
1. Kite-Surfing
The new interactive Watersports Zone, in association with Mark Warner, the Para Academy, Jet Skier & Personal Watercraft and Sportsboat & RIB will challenge visitors to test their skills at one of the latest watersports crazes, kite-surfing. Adrenaline junkies will get the chance to compete against each other at this fun sport, in a safe, dry environment using one of the Show’s exciting indoor simulators.
2. Ocean Racing
Another opportunity to experience a unique sailing experience - without having to go anywhere near the water - is provided by the spectacular Volvo Ocean Race Simulator. This 3 minute ride will give visitors a taste of the dramatic race and feel the sensation of hurtling down huge waves in the Southern Ocean, breaking the 24 hour mono-hull record and finally rounding the infamous Cape Horn!
3. Deck Games
Another ‘must do’ is Deck Games, supported by the Marine Leisure Association in partnership with Dinghy Sailing. Hoping to encourage young people to participate in boating, activities include a dinghy simulator from he Royal Torbay Youth Sailing Trust, rowing machines, a painting competition as well as a sail hoisting competition. Standing on a simulated deck with a real mast and sail, kids (of all ages!) compete to hoist the sail to the top of the mast in a race against the clock, with the best times recorded for all to see.
4. Start Boating
Visitors to the Show can discover how to start boating in a great new feature for 2008. Brought to you in association with All At Sea, it’s the ideal place for anyone looking for impartial advice on how to take up boating. Visitors can learn from the experts about the different routes into boating; from the lower priced products which encourage entry level boating, to the more expensive options.
5. Explore HMS Exeter
This year, visitors can step foot onboard and explore HMS Exeter, the very first Royal Navy Destroyer to be present at the Show. The current HMS Exeter has a distinguished history, having served in the Falklands War (1982) and the first Gulf War (1991). The Type 42 vessel will be moored outside on the Show’s marina in the Royal Victoria Dock and is truly an experience not to be missed!
Source: www.londonboatshow.com.
