by Barby MacGowan | Mar 16, 2018 | 2018 St. Barths Bucket, As The Winch Turns 2018
As this beautiful island is still getting back to normal, the excitement of the Bucket is the same as ever. St Barths is a close-knit community that has been working non-stop to be ready for us, and as the sailors and guests arrive, we realize we are part of this...
by Barby MacGowan | Mar 15, 2018 | 2018 St. Barths Bucket, Daily Recap 2018
ST. BARTHS (March 15 2018) – In glorious conditions, the 31st edition of the St. Barths Bucket Regatta started today with the elegant and historically significant J Class yachts Svea, Velsheda and Topaz completing two windward/leeward races in a planned four-day...
by Barby MacGowan | Mar 14, 2018 | 2018 St. Barths Bucket
The Bucket is Back and So is St. Barths ST. BARTHS (March 14 2018) – After being devastated by back-to-back hurricanes (Irma, José and Maria) six short months ago, the island of Saint-Barthélemy is open for business and back with its usual zeal to host the annual St....
by Barby MacGowan | Mar 21, 2017 | 2017 St. Barths Bucket, As The Winch Turns 2017
Lots of champagne, Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque to be specific, rained on top-three finishers when they took the stage at the Bucket awards ceremony last night. Chelsea Clock awards were raised high with pride by class winners, while the ultimate prize, the slightly...
by Barby MacGowan | Mar 20, 2017 | 2017 St. Barths Bucket, As The Winch Turns 2017
Last night was a night to remember for both sailors and townies alike who numbered in the hundreds at the Bucket “Yacht Hop.” For those who had wrist bands, onboard inspection of the magnificent machines was a privilege and a treat, and for those who did not, there...
