If there is one thing that any sports fanatic loves is detailed description and commentary from experts, so that they can keep track of their favorite sport at all times. It is this kind of an audience that the Tour De France guide, which is a magazine that is being released for this year’s- Tour De France 2010, race.

As you might know already, the Tour De France race begins from July 3rd and will continue on till the 22nd of the same month, and something like the Tour De France Guide is going to be perfect for people to keep track of the race at all times. This guide is going to contain expert commentary and opinion as well as all the information that anyone might need on the race this year.

In fact, most people are claiming and especially the renowned editors of the Bicycling Magazine, that this Tour De France Guide which is of course a special edition of the Bicycling Magazine itself is going to become an instant hit. The main reason for this is because there is a lot of drama going on with this year’s Tour De France anyway, bitter rivalry as well as doping accusations and so on has added to all the high drama. Therefore, more people will want to be constantly updated about the goings on of the race and all the behind the scenes things as well.

Ultimately the Tour de France guide is going to become a prized possession for anyone who wants to keep track of the race and also follow the expert comments and opinions of the others following the race. So if you are one of those people who are going to faithfully be following this year’s Tour De France, the guide is definitely something that you should also subscribe to so that you don’t lose out on any of the high points and so that you are in on all the inside information and all the opinions as well.

This is definitely going to be an instant success as the Bicycling Magazine has already predicted.

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The disastrous condition our environment is in has made many people who really care about the wellbeing of their planet start working on saving the little that remained unspoiled. The reasons for this situation are many, one of which is the air and water pollution and here is where the efforts are being made of making things better, the land and water traffic. What we mean in particular is that new means of transport for both land and sea are being invented, carefully manufactured to use sources of energy which come from the nature and cannot do any harm to our environment. As for the land traffic, the use of bicycles has noticed huge increase as well as the use of the newly manufactured eco-friendly land vehicles. Well, we have the same thing done with the sailing means of transport and the last few years there are serious improvements in the manufacturing of the green yachts. These yachts are eco-friendly and do not harm the environment in any possible way. Besides, they have also shown that they can be really functional and durable, so here is a list we made on top 10 green yachts ever manufactured. These luxurious beauties look as grand as the regular yachts do and do not harm nature in any possible way.

1.) The first on our list is a topnotch design by the high-end designer Nuvolari-Lenard. It is the PJ World Superyacht. This uses the Rolls Royce’s package of electric-diesel engine which helps this yacht to achieve its place among the “Clean Class” lucky group. The peak performance, flawless design and, of course, impeccable protection of the environment are some of the things why this piece has deserved the first place on our list.

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2.) Number two of the top 10 green yachts list comes from an Austrian boat designer this time, and we are talking about the Frauscher Hybrid. As the name suggests, this yacht uses a hybrid engine. It develops high speed and the level of gas emission comes to a zero. It provides a pleasant, silent and comfortable cruise.

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3.) Number three on our list holds the masterpiece by Scott Blee, a very renowned yacht stylist from Australia. The model is Sabdes 50m Superyacht. Thanks to the attention paid to the tiniest detail when manufacturing it, enables natural cooling which supports the additional cooling coming from the air-conditioning system.

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4.) Number four is saved for the DSe Hybrid, manufactured by Island Pilot LLC. This model uses solar, electric and diesel engine combination. It keeps the environment safe from pollution, yet it can develop initial speed of 13 knots.

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5.) The manufacturer Berret Racoupeau Yachts has created a design which holds place number five on our list. That is the Code [e] Yacht. Its engine uses electricity and uses it economically which helped it has earned its room among the greenest yachts in the world.

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6.) Independence Green Yachts brings its newest model to the number six and we are talking about the Independence 60 motor yacht. It uses only solar energy which helps it generate a cruise speed of 8 knots and develop top speed of 13 knots. Not only the energy it uses for sailing but also the materials of which this yacht is made are with the aim to protect the environment. Aluminum is used for the hull and the superstructure and for the other elements were used other materials which have the same recycling power as the aluminum does.

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7.) Number seven top green yacht is the design by Ron Holland, the Ethereal Yacht. This yacht works on an electro-mechanical propulsion system, using a lithium phosphate battery which is very easy to recharge. Do not worry because the stored amount of energy after charging is huge, so it will not leave you in the middle of the open sea. The job of the air conditioning system is relieved by the windows which filter the UV and IR sunlight.

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8.) Number eight on our list is the Green Jet Yacht manufactured by Erik Sifrer which is a yacht of 170 feet which uses wind and hydrogen power to sail. To use the wind power optimally, there are two automatic sail systems which can be managed by a touch screen.

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9.) Valbella Superyacht is number nine and also uses the wind to sail. It uses a skysail navigated by computer. The skysail needs the presence of wind to make the yacht going.

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10.) And finally Arcadia’s solar superyacht uses solar energy only and is at the bottom of our top 10 green yachts list.

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Yachts today are the motor watertight homes of many wealthy individuals and this is no surprise since from the end of the 16th century until today, these sailing homes have experienced long and eventful history of constant development which is the reason why from sailing boats with the purpose of transport of the Dutch navy in the late 16th century, they have become luxurious resorts that could be afforded by very few.

Aside from the luxurious features, this period of constant improvement has made them the most technologically advanced beauties the seas and oceans have ever seen. This is the reason why it is logical to seek for the top 5 technologically advanced yachts in the newer models of the renowned yacht manufacturers.
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1.) The first on our list is a member of the Bentley family. Bentley as a yacht manufacturer is known to bring the most technologically advanced pieces in the yacht industry. Each and every manufacture from this company is well known for the advanced military hull, completely equipped to provide the smoothest ride first of all thanks to the computerized motion control system and all of them are proven to beat the yachts from all other manufacturers, no matter the current sea conditions.

Bentley Gemini is a manufacture which proudly deserves the name Bentley representative in this list. This very high-end piece from this renowned company is one of the most technologically advanced pieces from this company. No matter the current conditions at sea, it is capable of developing an enormously high speed of over 200 knots and no matter the conditions and the speed of cruising, you will have a comfortable sail and you will forget that you have ever been seasick.

A hydraulic ski is used to assist the takeoff and decrease the speed of landing. For that purpose, there are two marine gas turbines used only for takeoff and a separate single turboprop engine which will make you travel across the sea in style, at great speed and economically. This miracle develops cruising speed of 350 kilometers an hour and has cargo capacity of 20 tones and it is a perfect choice for you who are known to be extremely demanding when purchasing a yacht.
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2.) Next on our list comes a model from the Cheoy Lee yacht manufacture company which is famous for their tradition in manufacturing the best pieces from the sailing technology for over a century now. A collection from this company which is the most worth mentioning since technology advancement comes to question is the very famous Serenity line. The most successfully crafted yacht from this company is the Serenity 83 which characteristics that stick this model out from the crowd are the hull and decks made of single-skinned fiber glass, big fresh and waste water tanks, and it is powers with a twin diesel engine. This yacht is expected to be launched for the first time during this summer.

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3.) Number three on our top 5 technologically advanced yachts list will be the Marten 49 from the Marten Yachts Collection. This piece is specially designed for choosy owners who want their yachts to have both topnotch technological performances and provide them a pleasant and comfortable sailing experience. Marten 49 drastically differentiates from other yachts in the carefully designed features and using materials which will give it high performances and even higher level of endurance.

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4.) Another great piece of manufacture follows as a number four on our list and it is a piece from the Hunt Yachts manufacturer and we are talking about the great and long expected Hunt 52 Express. This technology masterpiece can generate high initial speed from 29 to 35 knots.

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5.) Last but not least, the number five on our list holds the Vicem’s newest piece of technology which had a wonderful debut at the Miami International Boat Show. We are talking about the newest Vicem 72 which shows the trails of the impeccable Turkish construction. This beauty has a remarkable fuel tank capacity of over 850 gallons and water tank capacity of 400 gallons. It develops maximum initial speed from 24 to 28 knots and it is a piece of sailing technology which joins great technology and construction and a modern appearance which makes Vicem 72 both a beauty and a beast on the yacht market.

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Strand Craft, the well-known manufacturer of elite classic-style boats enhanced by modern technology, has announced their latest offering, the Strand Craft 122 Yacht: gorgeous, expensive, and almost entirely unattainable.  At a cost of $24 million (£17 million), and with only six slated for production, it’s going to be harder to get your hands on one of these than the coveted Bugatti Veyron, and with a ridiculously steep price point, it caters to only the most extravagant spenders.  So what can you expect from a yacht that costs more than a mansion?

You start with 122 feet of sleek, sexy, streamlined exterior.  This thing seriously looks like a stealth plane sitting on the water.  Inside, you’ll find a stylish art deco interior that hearkens back to the lavish lifestyle of the roaring ‘20s, four large double staterooms, and spacious salon and receptions areas to fit your entertainment bill (and 52-inch LED TVs and superior sound systems provided by Bang and Olufson in every room are sure to meet the media needs of your guests).  Bonus: this thing even sports bulletproof windows.

In terms of raw power, a twin MTU 16V000 engine puts out 14,000 horsepower (with the addition of optional KaMeWa boosters provided by Rolls Royce) and produces top speeds of up to 55 knots.  Bazinga!  All of this is amazing, but you haven’t even heard the best part.

This super-yacht comes with a matching super-car.  That’s right, a sweet little sports-car that fits neatly into its own garage at the stern of the boat.  When twin girls wear matching outfits, it’s considered cute.  Having a super-car that matches your yacht is just plain wicked.  And with a V12, twin-turbo engine pumping out 880 horsepower and capable of reaching speeds over 220 mph, it’s a toss-up as to which you will prefer to tool around in.

So who’s buying (besides super-villains in need of a lavish lair)?  They’re hardly going fast (so to speak), but considering they’re being offered on a first come, first serve basis, it’s no surprise that Craft Strand has already taken five offers (and looks to receive more with interested parties all over the world, especially in the oil-rich Middle East, taking notice).  For the wealthy consumer with an eye for exclusive acquisitions, this soon-to-be-released super-yacht is the ultimate in luxury cruising.  For the rest of us, it’s just a wet dream.

About the Author: Sarah Harris is the marketing manager at Adiamor Engagement Rings. Adiamor offers engagement ring settings, loose diamonds, and other fine diamond jewelry at affordable prices.

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Eyeglasses should by no means be forgotten when yachting or sailing. We are saying this because when sailing or yachting, we always tend not to forget the important pieces of accessories which will both make us look better and feel safe and protected. The most important of these is a nice protective pair of eyeglasses.

However, when we talk about eyeglasses, we are talking about eyeglasses in general, whether it would be a nice pair of yachting sunglasses or prescription glasses really depends on the conditions and your current needs.

If you have the need of wearing eyeglasses, that is to say, you have a vision anomaly, no matter how small and insignificant your diagnosis at the optometrist is, you are more than obliged to wear them. Not seeing things right at the open sea might endanger both your life and the lives of the people around you. There are many designers that have dedicated at least one of their many eyeglasses collections to this very essential group for the wellbeing of everybody – sailing or yachting high-protective eyewear.

Even if you do not have the need of wearing prescription glasses, even though in today’s era of computer invasion hardly anyone can say not to have that kind of problem, you will still need to be protected from the perilous rays and enjoy your yachting summer at full gear. That is why the market offers a palette of different kinds of yachting sunglasses. And a perfect solution for yachting sunglasses are the sunglasses with polarized lenses. Why polarized lenses are the optimal solution? We are sure you have noticed those irritating light waves on the surface which can cause a real headache. Now, sunglasses with polarized lenses are proven to solve the problem by reducing the sunlight glare by an amazing percentage of 99,7%. So don’t waste your precious time and buy some glasses online.

The open sea offers real fun and very pleasant experiences, however, it can also cause unnecessary headaches if you forget the things you can use to fight the enemies of the open sea. Therefore, do not forget your eyeglasses while sailing or yachting. It can save lives, and we are not exaggerating.

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Yachting.com is an excellent web resource which aim is to connect the customer with a yacht vendor which offers all the things the buyer wants from a yacht. Their powerful search engine gives you information on which yacht types and yachts makes they have on disposition as well as educational yacht reviews which will help you make up your mind. Therough the years of operating, they have gained the confidence of many customers which in the end are always satisfied. This web site is a kind of a mediator that meets the requirements both of the vendor and the seller and everybody is happy and get what they need. If you want to try out the benefits of recreational boating, yet you are not sure you have found the right yacht and the right person consult their web resource at yachting.com and acquire knowledge of what is best and trendiest in the yacht market and get the most useful pieces of advice when buying the right yacht comes to question.

This is not just a mere selling portal. At this site you can get a full yacht review on the various companies the models of which yachting.com offers. Therefore, not only will you get the right yacht at the right price, at yachting.com you can educate yourself on the various types of yachts that are on your disposition, the entire history of the company making them, common features, the pros and the cons of owning a yacht from that company, the available models from that same company, the pricing and the conclusion in the end on everything the yacht company has done for your better yachting experience throughout the years of their existence. There are also other highly educational articles on various topics, from how to find the right yacht broker to how to make your life in a yacht possible and comfortable experience. It is a great assortment of both new and used yacht types and a little reading on the subject could not do you any harm.

If you are interested in a masterpiece from a manufacturer in particular, there is a search engine on this website which enables you to see all yacht makes they have available as well as their models which are currently available. The choice is more than wide and it is up to your decision which one will be your choice for the summer. Whether you will choose a model from Glacier Bay or a Princess Yacht it is really up to you.

If you are not a person who is well familiar with the yacht manufacturers and the characteristics of their yachts, or simply you are a person who buys everything irrespectively of the brand, there is a search engine which sorts all products by the yacht type. Whether your choice will fall to a sports yacht or a luxury or cruising yacht, here you have the information needed on each and every model of all the yacht types that exist.

The secret of their success lies in the friendly and always willing to help the customer kind of attitude our staff has. Establishing a good connection with all their clients here is a rule not an exception. They are not being offended by criticism, but thankfully take that remark and learn from their mistakes, which is the reason why there are new members in their friendly trustworthy circle each and every day. They work with vendors and companies that have the same attitude towards criticism, that is the reason why they will both provide you with the pros and the cons on each and every product we offer. They do not advertise our products, they offer them on the market with all their perks and flaws. Choose them as your advisor through the luxurious world of the yachts and we are sure your collaboration will last. Enter Yachting.com to discovery the yachting world!

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If somebody asks you what the jewels of the sea are, your definite answer will be the yachts. These floating mansions represent the crown of lifestyle ruling the blues sea with its horizon. The most luxurious fleet of yachts counts the top 10 on its list:

10. KOGO super yacht. 4 years ago the KOGO Superyacht was built with 235 feet long and a capability to accommodate 12 guests in 5 luxurious suits. Designed by the hand of Tim Heywood, this yacht features living area both indoor and outdoor, helipad, massage and beauty room fully equipped with steam room and a large Jacuzzi. KOGO offers four KAWASAKI jet skis for those that want feel the excitement of the water sports. Speed and dynamic movement is easily stabilized to zero ensuring comfort during charter parties.

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9. ICE super yacht. Owned by Suleiman Kerimov, ICE presents a floating vessel with an environmentally friendly character that is supported by a latest technology reducing noise and vibration, also a system that controls exhaust emission. Built in 2005 in Lürssen yard, Bremen, with 295feet in length ICE is one of the largest private yachts in the world. Powered by eight 842kW Deutz with 16-cylender generators, enough electric power is produced to spin the 2 ABB type 5 propellers, reaching speed of 18 knots. A large swimming pool occupies the main deck and a Jacuzzi on the sun deck. The yacht also carries a Eurocopter EC 135. Luxurious interior filled with modern furniture and a spiral staircase.

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8. The Princess Marianna super yacht. The Princess Marianna is a luxurious yacht that stretches along 258 feet with six decks. Espen Oeino Naval Architects and Francois Zuretti interior designer gave this yacht modern impressive feature capable to accommodate 12 guests. Probably the most impressive feature on the yacht is The Beach club, a dry dock that can be “flooded” forming a swimming pool of 12 meters. A terrace slightly above sea level is created by lowering the starboard hull wall. Helipad that becomes a golf driving rage, when there is no helicopter present, with a massive screen showing the player its results. Fully equipped gym is on board with treadmill, elliptical machine and free weights. The Princess Marianna has entertainment with three cinema screens, dance floor, two bars, a barbeque, a spa pool and sun beds. There are six stereo rooms with plasma TV and a huge storage with lots of music and DVDs.

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7. The Ecstasea super yacht. The Ecstasea is one of the largest yachts in the world owned by the famous mogul Roman Abramovich. This vessel is 88.95 meters long and a beam that reaches 11.50 meters high. Luxurious design and extras can only be ordered by Roman Abramovich. The yacht was built in the Royal Van Lent, a shipyard that is the birth place famous for building the best yachts in the world. Power of 4 x 3,154 is provided from four MTU engines. A gas turbine installed on board adds additional power totaling it to 31,269 hp. A combination of Indian and Chinese design is used for the interior, giving it a unique Asian Style. The exterior and shape is a sight for sour eyes, also contributing to high speed that this vessel can reach. Talking about speed, the Esctasea can reach 23 knots in cruising speed and above 25 knots on maximum speed.

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6. Limitless super yacht. Limitless yacht continuously raises the question Beauty or The Beast? Built in 1997 by the German shipmaker Lürssen, Limitless cuts the waves with 96,25 m (315 ft 8 in)in length and 12,50m (41 ft) in width. Two engines produce power up to 5420 kW giving 25 knots of speed and all this with a diesel and diesel-electric propulsion combination. This yacht is owned by an American businessman called Les Waxner, chairman and CEO of the Limited Brands corporation,a corporation known for the world famous brand Victoria’s Secret. Throughout the years the vessel was rebuld and expand for an on-deck gymnasium.

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5. Pelorus super yacht. For the second time the name Roman Abramovich appears on the list, this time with his Pelorus yacht. Tim Heywood also appears again for it’s designed. The yacht features 115 meters in length, a beam of 17.2 meters and draft of 4.66 meters. Valued about 300 Us dollars it is build in Lurssen yard in Bremen. 2 helipads are stationed on-board this ship powered by 2 Wartsila engines making 540 hp each. Maximum speed is reached with 20 knots and a cruising speed of 18 knots. With a capacity of 280 metric tons of fuel and 100 metric tons on water, the Pelorus is characterized with certain independency of fuel and water. Luxury is heightened with large LCD TV-sets, very expensive furniture, bar, water jets, a large pool, intimate places for sunbathing and enjoying the ocean view.

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4. The Lady Moura super yacht. Pronounced as the 10ht largest private yacht in 2006 in Monte Carlo, The Lady Moura is in the hands of multi-millionaire businessman Nasser al-Rashid from Saudi Arabia. It has been in his ownership for the past 16 years and makes shure that it stays in perfect condition. With 344 feet in length, Lady Moura has enough space for a helicopter on board and interior with a dinning table stretching 59 feet. The usual docking place during the summer for this yacht is the Monte Carlo marina.

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3. The Rising Sun super yacht. The Rising Sun is a mega yacht with aluminium structure and a steel hall capable of reaching 28 knots flat out and 26 knots in cruising speed, 5m (16.40ft)draft and 18.5m(60.70ft) beam. The vessel is capable of accommodating up to 12 guests offering them a luxurious relaxed experience. It’s pa rtly owned by David Geffen.

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2. The Octopus super yacht. Paul Allen is the owner of the Octopus mega yacht equipped with a swimming pool, seven boats, side hatches at the water line for the jet skis, two helicopters, a 10 man submarine and a vehicle controlled by remote to crawl on the Ocean floor. The Octopus has a crew of 60 people, all full-time. It was designed by Espen Oino Nava Architects Company and build in Lürssen, Germany. Designers Christian Grevstad and Jonathan Quinn Barnett designed the interior. As a reminder, Paul Allen is the co-founder of Microsoft along with Bill Gates, and the 32nd richest person in the world.

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1. Carinthia VII super yacht. Carinthia VII is designed to reach the top levels of luxury in the world. Built in 2002, it is in the hands of Heidi Horton, wife of the German entrepreneur Helmut Horten. This luxurious yacht is 97.20m (318.90 feet) long and a beam of 15.95m (52.33 feet). Carinthia VII is powered by 4 main main engines of 9925 HP MTU 8000. 4x 9925 hp makes it the fastest super-yacht in the world reaching 26 knots of maximum speeds and lower than 22 knots of cruising speed. Not only its in high standard of luxury, it’s also very safe and environmentally friendly.

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