The Volvo Ocean Race 2011-12 fleet start the Alicante qualifying race which will see the boats run through various technical tests,ahead of the in-port race on 29/10/2011. (Credit must read: IAN ROMAN/Volvo Ocean Race)
Surf and stand-up paddleboard sensation, Laird Hamilton tries out his new innovative, custom Juan Kouyoumdjian designed PUMA paddleboard, alongside PUMA Ocean Racing's entry in the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-12, in Newport, R.I., Harbor. Earlier in the day , Hamilton was named PUMA Ocean Racing's honoary 12th crew member for the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012
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