SAND SAILORS

The video covers international sand yachting at Lytham St. Ann's, highlighting the DM class yachts from America, which can reach speeds of up to 60 miles an hour on land and over 100 on ice. The championships awarded Britain the team prize, with Carl Hughes retaining the overall title. Safety in sand yachting is discussed, noting the low risk of drowning. The video also introduces water jousting on the River Rhone in France, organized by a local rescue society to minimize drowning risks.

What is the origin of the popular DM class yachts?

• France

• America

• Britain

• Germany

What is the maximum speed a DM class yacht can reach on ice?

• 60 miles an hour

• 80 miles an hour

• 100 miles an hour

• Over 100 miles an hour

Which country won the team prize in the sand yachting championships?

• France

• Britain

• Germany

• America

Who retained the overall title in the sand yachting championships?

• Michael Johnson

• David Brown

• Carl Hughes

• John Smith

Where is the water jousting contest held?

• River Danube

• River Rhone

• River Seine

• River Thames