Carburo de Plata 2018: The Xth Edition of One of Spain's Top Regattas
On June 1, 2018, the 10th edition of the Carburo de Plata regatta set sail from Yacht Port Cartagena. Organized by the Portmán Yacht Club, it’s considered one of Spain’s top sail races. Here’s a look back at the weekend.
Another year to enjoy the world of competitive sailing. One more year will take place at the Yacht Port Cartagena facilities.
Friday afternoon, the 1st of june, were scheduled two windward-leeward regattas, on a circuit south of the island of Escombreras.
On Saturday the traditional coastal regatta of 22 nautical miles took place, starting at the Yacht Port Cartagena, the fleet heading to the beacon located in the Bay of Portmán, where the boats return after having a partial score, to the starting point, the Yacht Port of Cartagena.
On Sunday, the 3rd of june, another windward-leeward regatta trial, and the awards ceremony.
Organized by the Portmán Yacht Club, the ‘Carburo de plata’ regatta, is considered one of the most important events on the national calendar, ranking among the top five in the ranking of cruiser-class regattas.
This year the funds obtained went to the NUPA (Spanish Association to help children, adults and families affected by intestinal failure, multivisceral transplantation and parenteral nutrition).
