TERRA NOVA TRADING KEY WEST 2003 /
JAN. 20-24
Aug. 1, 2002 For Immediate Release
Forecast Calls for Another Sensational Key West Regatta
- Terra Nova Trading Returns in Title Sponsor Role
KEY
WEST, Fla.---Numbers don't lie. Consecutive years of more
than 320 entrants point to big numbers and superb competition
at Terra Nova Trading Key West 2003 Jan. 20-24.
The remarkable turnout earlier this
year on the heels of the devastating 9/11 tragedy suggests
that the 350-boat limit will need enforcing. Many of the world's
best sailors will be returning to America's southernmost point
at the tip of the Florida Keys.
The event traditionally features familiar
and formidable personalities performing with the latest designs
and technology. Top tier professional race management and
another shoreside extravaganza is guaranteed with the electronic
trading leader Terra Nova Trading returning as title sponsor
to North America's largest inshore sailing event.
Terra Nova Trading, L.L.C. (member NASD,
SIPC & PCX), is recognized as an innovative leader in
Electronic Direct Access Trading. The Chicago-based firm enables
customers to electronically route orders to major markets
and ECNs. Terra Nova Trading's technology partner, Townsend
Analytics, Ltd., is the developer of the premier real-time
trading platform, RealTick®, which is also a Key West
sponsor. RealTick® caters to both institutional and retail
brokerage clients.
"From our perspective as title
sponsor and participant last January, the event met or exceeded
all of our expectations and built on its reputation as the
best regatta in the U.S.", said Chris Doubek, president
of Terra Nova Trading. "A commitment to success and team
effort are hallmarks for Terra Nova Trading, Premiere Racing
and this internationally renowned event."
Early indicators suggest strong coast-to-coast
representation plus a heavy global presence. The last event
drew a record 54
foreign boats from 14 countries.
The owner-driven Farr 40 and Mumm 30
classes are expecting greater than normal turnouts with their
respective world championships on North America's East Coast
waters later this fall. One-design racing isn't the only game
in Key West, however. The venue also offers the ideal test
track for IMS and PHRF designs. More than 100 PHRF boats battled
in nine closely contested classes last year.
Event manager Premiere Racing, Inc.
is pleased to announce returning sponsors Mount Gay Rum, RealTick®,
Lewmar Marine, Samson Rope, Pearson Yachts, the Florida Keys
& Key West Tourist Development Council, and the Historic
Seaport at the Key West Bight. The Performance Sailing Industry
Partner Program, a new initiative last year, will again feature
industry leaders who have made multi-year commitments to a
regatta that is an important event on the industry calendar.
"Support from our sponsors and
partners play a critical role in enabling Premiere Racing
to produce an event with standards that match the competition
on the water", said Peter Craig, race chairman and event
director. "With the continued participation of Terra
Nova Trading, our sponsors and industry partners, we can continue
our commitment to set the standard that makes Key West the
number one choice for racing sailors everywhere."
Racing at Terra Nova Trading Key West
2003 is scheduled Monday through Friday, Jan. 20-24, with
registration on Sunday, Jan. 19. The regatta is open to entries
in PHRF, One Design and IMS classes of 24 to 85 feet LOA.
PHRF entries must have a rating of 175 or lower. The entry
limit is 350, and the deadline is Dec. 11 at 1700 EST.
For more information, contact: PREMIERE
RACING, Inc., 67B Front Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945, Tel:
(781) 639-9545, Fax: (781) 639-9171
Event Email: KWInfo@Premiere-Racing.com
Event Web Site: www.Premiere-Racing.com
Terra Nova Online: www.TerraNovaOnline.com
