Nicorette (1989 yacht)
Nicorette (also known as Charles Jourdan, Royal Blue) is a maxi yacht designed by Guy Ribadeau-Dumas and built by MAG-Nordhal Mabire.[1]
| Other names | Charles Jourdan, CJ Legend Royal Blue |
|---|---|
| Nation |    |
| Designer(s) | Guy Ribadeau-Dumas |
| Builder | MAG-Nordhal Mabire |
| Racing career | |
| Skippers | Ludde Ingvall |
| Notable victories | 1995 Fastnet Race 1997 Fastnet Race |
Career
Charles Jourdan participated in the 1989–90 Whitbread Round the World Race.[1] She was heavily modified by Jussi Mannerberg design team in 1994, and as Nicorette won the 1995 Fastnet Race helmed by Ludde Ingvall.[1] Royal Blue won the 1997 Fastnet Race, helmed by Gunnar Ekdahl.[1]
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See also
References
- Bernard Bilzic (1 March 2012). "De la Whitbread à la Volvo Ocean Race (3) : Whitbread 1989-90 : L'épopée de Charles Jourdan, 70 pieds précurseur". voilesetvoiliers.com.
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