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This month on MainSail, Shirley Robertson takes the viewer inside the world of the America's Cup, looking back to when it all started and meeting some of the major names associated with the Cup.

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Mainsail in January

The high profile detention of five British sailors by the Iranian Navy in December 2009, raised questions about the Middle East as a viable sailing destination. The truth is not always what it seems and Mainsail takes a closer look.

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Thursday 21 January: 1330, 1730, Saturday 23 January: 0830, 1830, 2100, Sunday 24 January: 0400, 0830, 1600 (all times GMT)

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CNN's monthly sailing show "MainSail" explores one of the world's most tough, exhilarating and glamorous sports. Double Olympic gold medalist, Shirley Robertson, brings viewers the latest on sailing events, technology and business.


Teen solo sailing family talks As Abby Sunderland, 16, prepares to set off round-the-world she and mother, Marianne, talk about the decision. Mother and daughter's perspective		The car that's a speedboat! If you've ever had the urge to keep on driving when you get to the sea or a lake, you can now do it very fast. From road to water -- and fast


Can shipping go green? Solar-powered ferries are being introduced in Hong Kong's polluted harbor, paving the way for others in the industry. Read about Solar Sailor		What now for Gulf sailing? The detention of British sailors by Iran in the Gulf raises questions about the safety of sailing in the region. Read about sailing in the Gulf


Mainsail's top 10 boats of 2009 In 2009, MainSail covered everything from vessels made out of plastic to billion-dollar yachts and sail-planes. Have a look at 2009 most fantastic boats		Plastic boat to cross ocean Heir David de Rothschild is planning a voyage across the Pacific Ocean on a boat made of plastic bottles. See images and video of 'Plastiki'


How to fend off a pirate attack Attacks are on the rise worldwide, yet most hijacked sailors say they never saw the pirates coming. Outmaneuvering a pirate attack		Should teenagers sail solo? A growing number of teens are sailing solo around the world, fuelling a strong debate in the sailing world. The rise of of teenage sailors


ISAF events and rankings Stay up to date with the latest information from the official web site of the International Sailing Federation • Visit ISAF Web site		About Shirley Robertson Double Olympic sailing gold medalist Shirley Robertson is the host of CNN's monthly "MainSail" programme • Read about Shirley Robertson