Team Hurricane Racing
Mike Easton / Tripp Burd Mike Easton / Tripp Burd World Class Events – Exceptional Performance
Racing Partnership Proposal
About the Team
Mike and Tripp have been sailing together in a variety of racing sailboats for the past 8 years. Individually, they each excelled in their college sailing programs and have used that experience to pursue sailing at the next level. Settling on multihulls, they have quickly S ttli ltih ll th h i kl advanced to become one of the most competitive teams in the country. Countless hours of training and racing Countless hours of training and racing have resulted in top finishes at national and international events. Recent political events have eliminated hopes of an Olympic campaign in the Tornado class, allowing them to give their full attention to the Formula 18 catamaran. When not on the water, both live near Boston, MA and work in design and engineering.
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The Ride
2008 F18 Infusion ‐ USA 1042 One of the most competitive F18 p designs currently available, this boat is ideal for both endurance sailing and short‐course racing. The catamaran design allows for speeds unseen by traditional race boats, even those up to three times larger. i l Length: Beam (width): Beam (width): Mast Length: Sail area : 5.52m 2.60m 2 60m 9.08m 42.15m2
Top Speed: 25+ mph
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Proven Results
2008 Season: 2008 S ‐ 4th Overall ‐ 1st F18 ‐ 1st F18 F18 ‐ 1st F18, 1st Overall ‐ 1st F18 ‐ 1st N20 N20 ‐ 6th Overall Past Season Highlights: th ‐ 5th Overall ‐ 34th, 5th US Team ‐ 1st Hobie Wave ‐ 1st F18 1st Overall F18, 1 Overall ‐ 1st F18, 1st Overall ‐ 1st F18, 2nd Overall ‐ 1st F18, 3rd Overall , ‐ 1st F18, 1st Overall U.S. Multihull Championship Hampton Beach Regatta F18 East Coast Championship / Newport Regatta East Coast Championship / Newport Regatta Lipton Cup Regatta / Area A Alter Cup Qualifier Pine Point Regatta Roton Point Catamaran Regatta Point Catamaran Regatta North American F18 Championship 2007 F18 North American Championship 2007 F18 North American Championship 2007 Miami Olympic Classes Regatta (Tornado) 2007 Tradewinds Midwinter Championship 2007 New England 100 2007 New England 100 For a complete list of results 2007 Alter Cup Area A/B Qualifier from past years please contact: 2006 New England 100 Mike Easton mike@teamhurricaneracing.net 2006 Newport Regatta p g (781) 929 4249 2005 New England 100
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The Events – Tybee 500
The Tybee 500 represents the ultimate in extreme small boat sailing as the premier h b h l ll b l h North American distance racing event. As one of few events of its kind, this race draws competitive amateur teams as well as international professionals. Traveling 500 miles in six days on open catamarans launched off the beach, the skills and endurance of the six days on open catamarans launched off the beach the skills and endurance of the competitors are put to the test. Supported by a ground crew, each boat must push through breaking surf for a spectacular start and finish of each leg. This year our goal is to be the 1 overall and the first F18 to finish in the history of the Tybee 500. to be the 1st overall and the first F18 to finish in the history of the Tybee 500 www.tybee500.com
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The Events – Tybee 500
Waypoints: i Day 1: Key Largo Hollywood Beach Day 2: Hollywood Beach Jupiter Beach ay 3 Jup te eac Cocoa eac Day 3: Jupiter Beach Cocoa Beach Day 4: Cocoa Beach Daytona Beach Day 5: Daytona Beach Fernandina Beach Day 6: Fernandina Beach Tybee Island, GA Expected Coverage for 2008 In addition to the involved teams on site, thousands of curious spectators that line the beaches watch as the boats battle up the Florida and Georgian coastline. b t b ttl th Fl id dG i tli Local news channels broadcast on site and from the air, and updates are posted on a variety of print and online sources. A selection of coverage during the month of last year’s race:
www.catsailor.com – 2,ooo,ooo+ hits www.sailinganarchy.com – 1,380,000+ hits www.adventuretvonline.com – 10,000+ streaming video hits
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The Events – F18 Worlds
The F18 World Championship represents the pinnacle of catamaran fleet racing. Top sailors from around the world, including past world champions, Olympic medalists, professional, and amateur sailors vie for the title of world’s best catamaran team. The 2009 F18 World Championships will be held in Belgium, July 11 held in Belgium July 11‐ 18. Our goal for the regatta is to place in the top 15. www.f18‐international.org
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Promotional Opportunities
Sponsors of Team Hurricane Racing receive brand exposure through a variety of outlets: S fT H i R i i b d th h i t f tl t • National media exposure in a concentrated market through print, TV, and internet channels • High profile race locations practice locations and in transit nation‐wide and High profile race locations, practice locations, and in transit nation wide and internationally http://www.sailgoove.com http://adventureonline.tv • Ad space is available on the Team Hurricane is the designated Past Tybee Media sailgroove.com media team for the 2009 10,000+ streaming video hits sails and hull. Additional season space is available on battle flags, team clothing, tow vehicle, and website. Logos will be in place for the entire 2009 season, providing exposure during travel, competition, and training d • Custom sponsorship opportunities can be tailored to fit your business f
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Promotional Opportunities
TITLE SPONSORSHIP (1) – $5000+ TITLE SPONSORSHIP (1) $5000 ‐ Team naming rights for event ‐ All spinnaker and hull logos (~260 sq ft) ‐ Two sided lower panel on mainsail (~30 sq ft) ‐ L Logos on battle flags, team vehicle, and clothing b l fl hi l d l hi ‐ Logo on website GOLD (2) – $1500 ‐ T Two sided lower panel on mainsail (~30 sq ft) id d l l i il ( 30 f ) ‐ Logo on website SILVER (3) – $750 ‐ Two sided upper panel on mainsail (~20 sq ft) id d l i il ( f) ‐ Logo on website BRONZE (4) – $350 ‐ Two sided jib logo (~4 sq ft) d d bl ( f) ‐ Logo on website ‐ Costs include regatta fees, hotels, travel, and equipment. A detailed budget is available, upon request ‐ Feel free to contact us to discuss other options to better suit your business needs. www.teamhurricaneracing.net
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Team Hurricane Racing
Thank You for your Interest
For further inquiries, or to sponsor Team q , p Hurricane Racing, please contact: Mike Easton 8 John Benson Rd. 8 John Benson Rd Lexington, MA 02420 (781) 929 4249 mike@teamhurricaneracing.net www.teamhurricaneracing.net
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