Nine months ago, six of the most technologically sophisticated and advanced boats ever made, manned by the greatest sailors in the world, took off on the Volvo Ocean Race - the world's toughest yacht racing challenge. Read Article
The Volvo 70 yacht - the vessel of choice for Volvo Ocean Race intrepid teams- is one of the most complex and demanding structures ever presented to any design team. Read Article
Get ready to hoist your sails, plot your course and beat the competition in the Volvo Ocean Race Game 2011-2012 Read Article
Follow the progress and excitement of the Volvo Ocean Race with this live interactive tool Read Article
Meet Azzam, the IWC Volvo Ocean Race's team ticket to victory. Our boat, designed by USA's Farr Yacht Design and built by Persico S.p.A in Italy, is one of the most sophisticated boats ever constructed Read Article
Meet Ian Walker, Skipper: Ian Walker, a two time Olympic silver champion, is one of Britain’s foremost sailors and sailing managers, and Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing’s skipper Read Article
At IWC, we advance the limits of artistry and craftsmanship; in the Volvo Ocean Race, competitors push the limits of human achievement Read Article
The Portuguese Tourbillon Mystère has now metamorphosed into the Portuguese Tourbillon Mystère Rétrograde and features a date display that reverts to its original position at the end of the month Read Article
Date — 12 October, 2011
MR PORTER is the first global online retail destination for men‘s style, combining editorial content with the best international menswear designers.
For this issue MR PORTER celebrates the Volvo Ocean Race Man’s look, fit for sailing and all the challenges which face the IWC VOR Team. Check out all products at www.mrporter.com
Divetica’s Dionisio padded jacket is a must for cold sailing in tall waves. This dark blue down-filled padded jacket with a zip closure through the front and hood also has two zipped front pockets, ribbed cuffs and hem, and a brown lining- combining tailored masculinity with rugged functionality. Built for high performance and impeccable style, this high-shine jacket will keep you looking good and feeling warm on the high seas.
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Black leather boots from Diemme are the foundation of our VOR Man’s look, for comfort and water-immunity. With contrasting cream rubber Vibram soles, grey laces, D-ring eyelets, an embossed logo detail and full leather lining, these soles are hand-crafted from fine Italian materials for optimum performance. Wear them on and off the boat, or pair with favorite pair of jeans for a rugged take on city style.
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Shown below are black leather boots from Diemme with a J.Crew sweater and Dolce & Gabbana jeans, and our Duvetica jacket.
Keep your head warm above water with the S.N.S Herning Torso navy wool beanie hat in a waffle knit and ribbed trim. In chunky dark blue wool, this hand-knitted hat will be your cold-weather essential.
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Protect yourself from glare with Persol dark Havana folding sunglasses with green lenses, metal hinges and motif on lens. In a handsome light brown colourway, these cool sunglasses are a look straight from The Talented Mr Ripley – tuck them into a shirt breast pocket and you’re ready to go.
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Keep your toiletries safe from the elements with this black nylon Ralph Lauren Black Label wash bag with leather trims, a main compartment with one zipped and one press-stud pocket, two zipped external pockets, a metallic 'RL’ detail on one side and embossed logo at one end. A sturdy and stylish wash bag for time away from home.
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Stay connected to the outside world while you pursue new records by bringing your iPad along. Keep it safe from high waters with this Purple padded nylon iPad sleeve from COTEetCIEL with an elasticated pull tab opening and small logo detail on one side. Sleek and minimalist, this sleeve fits snugly over an iPad, providing protection without adding bulk. The unique opening provides easy access without compromising on design.
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Nine months ago, six of the most technologically sophisticated and advanced boats ever made, manned by the greatest sailors in the world, took off on the Volvo Ocean Race - the world's toughest yacht racing challenge. Read Article
The Volvo 70 yacht - the vessel of choice for Volvo Ocean Race intrepid teams- is one of the most complex and demanding structures ever presented to any design team. Read Article
Get ready to hoist your sails, plot your course and beat the competition in the Volvo Ocean Race Game 2011-2012 Read Article
Follow the progress and excitement of the Volvo Ocean Race with this live interactive tool Read Article
Meet Azzam, the IWC Volvo Ocean Race's team ticket to victory. Our boat, designed by USA's Farr Yacht Design and built by Persico S.p.A in Italy, is one of the most sophisticated boats ever constructed Read Article
Meet Ian Walker, Skipper: Ian Walker, a two time Olympic silver champion, is one of Britain’s foremost sailors and sailing managers, and Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing’s skipper Read Article
At IWC, we advance the limits of artistry and craftsmanship; in the Volvo Ocean Race, competitors push the limits of human achievement Read Article
The Portuguese Tourbillon Mystère has now metamorphosed into the Portuguese Tourbillon Mystère Rétrograde and features a date display that reverts to its original position at the end of the month Read Article
