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Training and preparation for the Burtiz last the entire summer. Skippers try to sail in various conditions, to experience the climate and learn to adapt to the unpredictable weather. |
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Alfred Hitchhock called Zadar's sunset "the most beautiful in the world"; the sunset viewed from Šepurine is definitely a close second. This one promises a calm and sunny day for the race.
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Excitement was in the air since early morning.
The whole town awaits the competing crews.
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We see some famous boats, many of them, such as the century-old Abraham, older than any of the spectators. |
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Participating towns have sent their top crews. Younger crews are seeking to establish their place among the veteran racers. |
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As well as striving to be good hosts, Sepurina are aiming at the pedestal.
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It looks to be quite a spectacle.
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The forest of masts evokes an older, now all but forgotten time when the docks were alive with various boats, large and small. |
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Unfortunately, yours truly didn't cover the rope pulling competition, being engaged with another event, codenamed "grilled fish."
Final preparations and arrangements before the start of the race. The crews are gathering. Pictures are taken. Ships are taking their starting positions. Despite the crowd and hubbub, everything is going smoothly and relaxed.
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The ships have headed out to their starting positions; the harbor clears out in mere moments, and is now unusually empty. A rare sight. |
BURTIZ 2008
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