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2012 Round Britain Race

The 2012 Round Britain race (RB12) will see 50 boats, 50 cars, and 50 aircraft compete simultaneously against each other in their disciplines in a unique marathon. It is the first time such an event has taken place, and the start date is set for 21 June.

The sea element of the race is recognised by the UIM as a World Cup status event and run under the auspices of the RYA. The race itself is 10 gruelling legs over 10 days which will start and finish at Weymouth and Portland Sailing Academy.

Unlike its predecessors in 1969, 1984 and 2008, the 2012 RYA Powerboat race will entail a complete circumnavigation of Britain making it, without doubt, the toughest endurance powerboat race in the world. The longest leg covers 238 nautical miles from Swansea to Liverpool on day three.

Overall victory will be well rewarded, with a £35,000 prize (includes free entry worth £15,000 to the 2016 Round Britain Powered Marathon) and the prestigious Beaverbrook Round Britain Trophy being presented to the winner by Lord Beaverbrook.