When we talk about ‘Men’ or anything which is ‘Masculine’, the normal images that keep popping in our minds is about toughness, ruggedness and strength. Emotions are an alien element to a masculine trait order. That may be a harsh statement for all the men in the world, but that’s how men are supposed to be. As far as physical strength is concerned, men are definitely the only species on this earth who are reckoned with in order to deal with extreme conditions. The Rolex Explorer is a tribute to men and their ability to tear through the impossible. Built specially for the rough and tough, the Rolex Explorer has been the symbol of perseverance and the ability to adapt to all kinds of situations, be it physical or psychological. For men who always expect the unexpected, Rolex Explorer truly defines their urge to reach the top and carve one’s own name to the heights which have never been reached before.

With Parachrom hairspring and Paraflex shock absorbers, the Rolex Explorer stands out to be one of the manliest timepieces that Rolex has manufactured till date. What makes it more special is its history. The Rolex Explorer was one of the privileged tools used by the legends of mountaineering, Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay to reach the highest mountain peak of the world. The Parachrom hairspring and Paraflex shock absorbers are the two important factors that make the Rolex Explorer survive in the toughest terrain after acquiring new heights of monochromatic precision. The body and the important elements of the watch are made of 904L steel which is often considered to be a corrosion free steel used in the chemical industries. The Rolex Explorer has unique paramagnetic alloy made Parachrom hairspring which makes it extremely resistant to magnetic fields and 10 times more resistant to shocks.

The best man to signify the strength of Rolex Explorer is British Actor Jason Statham. Though there greater names than him, but this Hollywood action machine defines what strength means to the new age movie buffs. Jason Statham has earned his popularity as an action hero with films like “Transporter� (1, 2 and 3), Crank (1&2) and Guy Ritchie films like “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels�, “Snatch� and “Revolver�. Jason Statham mostly performs his stunts on his own. He is a trained professional in Wing Chun Kung Fu, Karate and Kickboxing. After Guy Ritchie found that Jason Statham worked as black market salesman in his real life, he at once roped in Statham for the role of ‘Bacon’ in his debut movie “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels�. The movie enjoyed both commercial and critical success worldwide. Jason Statham upcoming action flicks are ‘Expendables 2� and “Killer Elite�. In both these mega action adventures, Statham will be seen opposite Hollywood action legends Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jet Li, Robert De Niro and many more.

Since its inception, Rolex has always been recognized as the symbol of class and luxury. However, Rolex has also let itself recognize the toil and hard work of a few good men of this planet and dedicate its reliable and popular factor to their mastery of creating extraordinary legends. The new Cellini collection from Rolex is an example of this recognition. This series of Rolex timepieces have been especially dedicated to the great sculptor and goldsmith of the Renaissance popes and kings, Benvenuto Cellini. Earlier, making watch was a skill of a single master. Today, it is a combined effort of a team of experienced and professional specialists.

The Cellini Collection of Rolex timepieces signify the charm and legacy of the person itself. The yellow gold Prince with a COSC certified precision holds to the name of the timepiece very well. The Clou de Paris dial with a brown leather strap accompanied by the gold butterfly clasp gives this Rolex timepiece a unique royal look. The prince charming and Hollywood heartthrob Robert Pattinson won’t be too far in signifying the charm of a Rolex yellow gold Prince from the Cellini collection. With his invincible charm and brilliant performances in the Twilight movie franchise, Robert Pattinson has undoubtedly become the heartbeat of millions of females all over the world. Girls going gaga over this Englishman are nothing new these days.

Ask any girl about the sweetest and the most handsome actor in Hollywood till date and they will never shy away in uttering this producer-cum-musician-cum-model-cum-actor’s name.

Another elegant addition to the Cellini Collection is the Prince White gold. Adorned with a Sapphire crystal and a black and silver dial, the Rolex Prince White gold has a black leather strap with a gold butterfly clasp. For men who hate to be loud in their style, the Rolex Prince White gold from the Cellini Collection is the perfect accessory to be owned. Another prototype of the Prince White gold is made up of Silver Gordon dial and a hand wound movement. The next Prince White gold has a unique dial embellished with beautiful diamonds in it. With a Rayon flamme de la gloire dial and made up of Everose gold, the Prince Everose gold is a class itself. Specially meant to suit the masculine fervor, this watch is unique timepiece in the Cellini Collection. If you thought sophistication can only define class and elegance, think again. Because the Cestello White gold with buckled brown leather strap and black mother of pearl dial comes as a surprise. Simple and yet classy, this unique Rolex timepiece is meant for those who believe ‘action speak louder than words’.

Other unique timepieces in this range include the Cellinium Platinum, Danaos White gold, Cellisima White gold and Orchid White gold.

All American offshore team will be providing opportunities to young sailors as they compete in Rolex Fastnet race, the 66th Storm Trysail Club’s Around Block Island Race, the Transatlantic Race which will take place from Newport to the Lizard, England and Annapolis to Newport Race. The All American offshore team is all set to provide offshore training for youngsters who are looking forward to make their career in sailing. The up and coming sailors will be selected after a grueling selection process in order to make it to the team. The age limit for AAOT was based on the age limit that is set for Volvo Ocean Race where nine selected sailors are between the ages of 18 to 30. The players will be joining the team of AAOT Management of Charlie Enright from Bristol, Jesse Fielding from Wickford, Chris Branning (Pace, Fla.), Matt Noble (Richmond, Calif.) and Mark Towill (Kaneohe, Hawaii).

The AAOT team this year will be representing nine states. The crew of the team has an average age of 23. Mark Towill, who is the general manager of AAOT, stated that they received more than 250 applications in four weeks. He also stated that the schedule could not make it possible to train the sailors and presenting their best performance is very important. The team is now selected for 2011 summers. The organizers hope that the sailing schedule increases in the future so that other applicants also get the chance to participate. The members of AAOT will not only bring sailing experience to the table but their personal expertise as well. Colin Orsini from Washington is a former firefighter and a personal trainer. He also has lots of experience in the field of building boats. Another member Pat Showell, is a licensed captain, an engineer and a certified EMT. On the other hand Branning is currently being trained for becoming a helicopter pilot of U.S. Coast Guard. The sailing team manager of AAOT Enright stated that every member of the team was chosen because of their capabilities. He also expressed his pride in the team that they had chosen and stated that their chances of succeeding in the upcoming races were very high.

Nate Fast who is the youngest member of the team will be looking forward to the races and sailing with some of the most experienced sailors. He stated that he was too young when Morning Light Project was in progress however he always thought highly of the crew. The 19 your old said that offshore racing was quiet different from any other type of racing as it is more complex and more work is required. The young sailor has quite a few races on his resume. The most important achievement was the first place finish in Rolex sponsored 2007 Block Island Race Week. Next was the race from Newport to Bermuda which was his first offshore race aboard J/44 Vamp. Nate Fast also said that even though he is the youngest member o the crew he has a lot to learn from the other sailors in his team who are more experienced than him.

As the sun dawns over the tranquil waves, hundreds of sailors onboard their sailing vessels set shore to mark the 37^th anniversary of the celebrated International Rolex Regatta. Rolex the foremost name in creating the finest watches has been involved with the spot of sailing fro many decades now and has constantly been trying to elevate the sport as well as augment the opportunities available for the skilled sailors. The International Rolex Regatta is regarded as the most competitive and challenging regattas of the Caribbean and is known for its flawless execution of the race. As one of the most professionally managed regattas of all time, the international Rolex Regatta sponsored by Rolex draws increasing numbers of skilled sailors each year. Presented in collaboration with the St. Thomas Yacht Club, the International Rolex Regatta attracts numerous world title holders and many spectators. Every year the increasing level of competition and participation takes this event to a whole new level.
The final challenge of the event was preceded by a reggae music festival and a food fest at the Yacht Haven Grande and was attended by hordes of people, including the sailors. The spectacular setting of the incredible racing event is regarded as the most coveted racing event in the entire Caribbean region. Slicing through the bluish waters of paradise the sailors make their way around the cuts and cays of the tiny islands and head towards the finish line to lay claim to the top honors of the International Rolex Regatta. The competitive racing event holds regattas in six different classes that include Spinnaker Racing, Spinnaker Racing/Cruising, Non-Spinnaker Racing and one each for One-Design IC 24s and Beach Cats classes. Attracting over 60 teams from all over Europe and the United States, a number of skilled sailors compete in the varied classes and bring with them increased skill levels each year.

In the spinnaker category, Dave West onboard his Melges 32 Jurakan, representing the Royal British Virgin Islands Yacht Club sailed ahead to victory. Sailing on his 32 feet long yacht with a 55 feet high mast, Dave West finally clinched the title in his third attempt at the International Rolex Regatta. Performing remarkably well Dave West and his crew edged past the other competitors to gain the lead and ended up with a total of three first place finishes. A combination of a determined vision and unsurpassed passion to win led the Dave West team to victory. However the unparalleled level of skill of the team mates onboard the 32 feet long yacht was integral to winning the event. Rigorous practicing sessions along with newer techniques and a high level of adaptability played a vital role in the performance of the Royal British Virgin Islands Yacht Club team. The winners of each category were presented with memorial Rolex Submariners that featured a special green bezel along with a unique black dial, to mark the 50th anniversary of this timepiece that had made its debut way back in 1953.

The power of the wind in the sails that propels the boat across the vastness of the oceans has eternally captured the imagination of the human race. Over the years the passion has developed into a regatta that witnesses men and women competing to win the title of the best sailor. The world leader in creating the most intricately crafted watches, Rolex has been able to understand the significance of human ambition. In honour of the capacity of the spirit and the grit of the human mind to go beyond the realms of the ordinary, Rolex supports a number of sailing events across the this vast planet. In America Rolex has collaborated with the US Sailing Association for more than two decades now and has assisted them in creating a number of internationally recognized regattas.

Rolex partners the New York Yacht Club in numerous endeavours that are related to the sport of sailing. The New York Yacht Club has throughout its history been involved in creating and organizing events that not only aim to display talent and provide ample opportunity but also organize activities that are aimed at developing the less fortunate. Rolex began a partnership with the New York Yacht Club in 1994 and from then onwards has provided its unwavering support in holding the prestigious New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup. Rolex Testimonee Gary Jobson who is the winner of an Emmy Ward will be producing the day’s regatta which will air online as well as on ESPN2 as a part of a 30 minute television program called the ‘New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup presented by Rolex’. To be held from the 15 to the 19 of September at Newport, this unique event brings together the most illustrious racing teams from premier yacht clubs across the world.

Rolex partners the New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup three teams representing the most prestigious yachting clubs of United Kingdom will be participating. In a regatta that brings together 19 teams representing 14 counties that includes the teams from the Royal Ocean Racing Club, the Royal Thames Yacht Club, and the Royal Yacht Squadron. The teams will face each other off on board a NYYC Swan 42, which is a uniquely designed one-design racer/cruiser that was created specifically for this regatta by the New York Yacht Club in collaboration with Nautor’s Swan. This Corinthian regatta is indicative of the initial days of the premier sailing event America Cup.The Royal Ocean Racing Club team will be led by David Aisher, the past commodore of this club, while the Royal Thames Yacht Club team will be skippered by John Greenland and the Royal Yacht Squadron will be led by Oscar Strugstad.

These three teams from United Kingdom will be facing stiff competition at this premier regatta and will have to put in all necessary skill in order to finish in the top two. The New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup presented by Rolex is regarded to be a premier racing event that brings together the best from around the world. As the time for this eminent challenge draws to a close the world anxiously awaits the mighty sailor and his crew that have proved their capability and skill. Honouring the winners of this event, Rolex will present the skipper of the winning boat with a specially etched Rolex watch.

On the shores of water lies comfort and safety but beyond that lies glory, ambition and pride; intangible aspects that sailors will hope to attain as they set sail and go forth to the finish line.