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The Advantages of a Parasailor, a Modified Symmetrical Spinnaker

Previously published in BWS by Pete Dubler.

About six months before leaving for full time cruising, we decided to spend some time practicing with our spinnaker. We had almost two years of sailing on what should have been our full suit of sails, most of which were then brand new: main, mizzen, 135 percent genoa, Code Zero, storm jib, storm trysail and spare Yankee foresail. We just had not had much opportunity to work with the spinnaker. It was a beautiful rainbow symmetrical in very good condition which had to be flown with a pole. Racers clearly we are not. We found the “pole dance” to be just a little bit taxing what with rigging all the guys and stays and then changing it all over to gybe the sail.

Upwind we were set with the choice of the jib or Code Zero. We could muster a reasonable boat speed with as little as six or seven knots of true wind at 50 to 70 degrees off the bow with the Code Zero.

Downwind, we could run jib ‘n jigger (jib and mizzen) from 60 to 150 degrees or in lighter winds, wing-on-wing from 150 to 180 degrees with our Forespar extending whisker pole holding the jib out to windward.  We had also rigged a sturdy preventer system for the main with half-inch lines led to the bow through 60-Series Garhauer blocks and back to clutches on the port and starboard toe rails at the cockpit. These could be quickly tied onto lines fastened to through-bolted padeyes at the aft of the main boom and hung on the sides of the boom forward to near the mast where hammock hooks held them with a loop of bungee cord through the eye splice of the line.

When flying a spinnaker, one of the common problems is planting the bow of the boat.  On the Parasailor, the wing provides lift which actually pulls the bow up. The wing also serves as a structural beam to support the sail and hold it open.  If the winds die for a moment, the sail does not collapse as quickly as a normal spinnaker.  And when the sail “pops” back open, it does so gently with little risk of blowing out the sail. The window in the sail acts like a safety valve, allowing air to pass through the sail when it is overpowered.  It is said that the sail can withstand 25 knot winds because of this.  (Try that with a normal spinnaker).

First we learned about the Easy-Snuffer™ (aka “sock”) that comes with the sail. It has several features that the sock of our prior spinnaker lacked.  First, there is a Velcro opening at the top of the snuffer to allow one to access the connector between the sail and the top of the snuffer. The normal connector is a large stainless link.  We upgraded ours to a large soft shackle to avoid any possible wear.  At the base of the snuffer is a very large fiberglass boot or funnel. On either side of this are pockets which hold snap clips to secure the port and starboard cringles at the foot of the sail.  This keeps the sock from rising on its own while you are setting up the sail and before you are ready to deploy it. Lastly, the sock has red and green stripes on it to correspond with the sides of the sail—there is after all a front and a back to this sail—the wing must be in the front, so keeping track of the port and starboard sides of the sail is very important, but easy with these stripes to reference. The sides of the sail also have these colored stripes with the foot having a white stripe.

On each side of the sail, the guy and sheet are both joined to a single snap shackle with a large bale that provides enough room for the two eye splices.  We set ours up with red and green sheets and black guys. The sheets run through the same blocks we use for the Code Zero, mounted in the aft corners of the boat, and back to our spinnaker winches. We cleat off the jib sheets and use the jib winches for the guys.

After the sock is hauled with a spinnaker halyard, in front of all other sails, the guy can be pre-set for the anticipated tack.  After unclipping the safety clips, and stowing them in the pockets provided in the sock which protect the sail from the clips, I hauled the snuffer line on the foredeck while Jill hauled a bit on the leeward sheet to help open the foot of the sail—then whoosh!—the sail deployed and the snuffer all but disappeared aloft.

Months and months passed before we had a chance to use the sail on our boat.  As we entered the Bahamas, we had more wind most days than we needed—reefed mains and jibs or jib ‘n jigger was the daily rigor. Finally, a day with light winds aft of the beam availed itself.  We had a run from Black Point to Lee Stocking with only 10 knots from the north forecast.  That day we never saw much more than 10 knots of true wind and our apparent angle was 150 to 160 degrees.  Having taken the Code Zero down the evening before at anchor, it took about 30 minutes to rig for the sail, running the sheets and guys and preparing the snuffer to be raised while underway. Once the Parasailor was up, we killed the engine and enjoyed five to seven knots of through the water boat speed with an apparent wind of about the same speed and at times, amazing us, even lower than the boat speed. The rest of the “fleet” motored that day on the same leg.

While the Parasailor is the most expensive sail on our boat and takes an additional investment for the necessary rigging (sheets, guys, blocks, shackles, splicing, Barber hauler, jib collar), and it may not be the sail seen most often flying on our boat, since it is so easy to deploy and retrieve and offers the safety of being able to handle unexpected increase in wind speed, we know we will get it out anytime we have light and moderate winds and plan to move downwind and we expect it will be the sail that makes for a great Pacific crossing.

Over the last several years we have watched Pete and Jill Dubler’s restoration and refit of their Pearson 424.  They now cruise aboard S/V Regina Oceani.

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HOW TO: CATAMARAN PARASAILOR RIGGING, SETUP AND SAILING PERFORMANCE

#CatamaranParasailor #ParasailorSetup #FlyingAParasailor We know there are a lot of people out there who need some instruction flying their parasailor on a catamaran. So, this video is for you! We show you how we have setup our permanent rigging for our parasailor, (clutches and blocks and paddies) along with temporary block and tackle, the sheets and guys, and the optional Barber-Hauler and violin. We probably don’t fly it perfectly, but so far this has worked well for us. (great alternative to a spinnaker or codezero) We love sailing it because it truly is the quietest, smoothest riding sail we can fly. All you hear is the beautiful sound of the ocean lightly caressing your hulls. Plus people love to see us sailing it! If you don’t have one, and are considering it, you can get more info at Parasailor.com. There is also an alternative by Oxley-Sails.com If you have questions or comments, please leave them below. TIMELINE: 0:00 Parasailor Introduction 0:15 Rigging Setup for the Parasailor 9:34 Hoisting the Parasailor on Spinaker Sheet 15:33 Flying the Parasailor 19:30 Parasailor performance LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfh_pM48xnJ7dr4jTvt8cw?sub_confirmation=1 BLOG SITE: https://bluedotvoyages.com FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/bluedotvoyages INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bluedotvoyages.sailingpilar SAILING AND CRUISING FUN VIDEOS - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLz8Z8h1MloaPq2o05r6wnJqaqyeABUKiu Blue Dot Voyages is a Sailing Adventure Company. On our Leopard48 Sailing Catamaran PILAR, we sail, fish, snorkel, scuba, and we offer travel advice on our blog and vlog. We offer charter sailing experience trips when we can. Watch our videos and live vicariously through us! Master Captain: Stephen Bell First Officer: Dawn Bell

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What downwind sails should you have for an Atlantic crossing?

• Elaine Bunting
• September 15, 2015

We survey a number of skippers in the Atlantic Rally for Cruisiers about their choice of downwind sails, the problems they had and what they might do differently. Elaine Bunting reports

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This is one of the biggest questions skippers face when equipping a yacht for bluewater sailing, yet in some ways the most difficult to answer. It’s tricky because there are so many variables: size of the budget; how many crew you have and the watch systems you intend to run; as well as whether or not you will be regatta racing afterwards.

To get an idea of the choices and their relative merits, we turned to the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) and asked a small selection of skippers what sails they had taken, which they used and for how long, and if they would change anything in hindsight.

Even on a tradewinds passage, winds can go light and everyone in our survey had some kind of coloured downwind sail to use in softer winds, whether a gennaker, asymmetric or symmetric spinnaker, Parasailor or free-flying reaching sails. Everyone who took these sails used them at some point – though not always as much as they may have envisaged.

Deep downwind

A popular combination was a gennaker, or asymmetric spinnaker poled-out and run goosewinged with the mainsail. With the pole stabilised firmly with foreguy and afterguy, this is a good solution. El Mundo , an Oyster 56, for example, was equipped with a mainsail, yankee, gennaker set from her bowsprit on a top-down furler, and a symmetric spinnaker for deep downwind angles. The skipper noted: “Poled-out gennaker was very stable and low-maintenance for crew goose-winged, but needs careful watching in squalls.”

The skipper of Jo , a Sweden 42, commended the use of a pole for either gennaker or genoa, depending on wind and sea conditions, saying: “We particularly like the twin headsail combination for ease and manoeuvrability downwind.”

Broad reaching with poled-out headsail

In either mode, this set-up allows crews to run fairly deep downwind. It is important to remember that most reasonably heavy-displacement cruising boats – and they will be at their heaviest when fully provisioned – will obtain quickest VMG by sailing deep downwind and not at hot angles. Without a pole, it is difficult to sail sufficiently deep and the chances of a wrap around the forestay increase.

Around half of the skippers in our survey noted that they took down spinnakers or gennakers at night and ran with main and genoa. “Headsail and mainsail only, one reef in main at nights and when windy,” noted one skipper. “Poled-out genoa at night,” said another. The reasons for this are simple: it can be difficult to spot squalls in the dark.

Radar helps identify these, but is not a failsafe against being taken unawares. And if squalls are frequent, skippers often feel that the extra few miles that might be gained overnight under spinnaker are not worth the hassle of getting off-watch crew up to help, and the risks involved in someone going on the foredeck at night.

But it was interesting to see from our survey that there was a split among those cruising. Some preferred a standard operating policy of putting a reef in the mainsail overnight and poling out their genoa, and rehoisting a spinnaker or gennaker during the day; others decided their tactics on the fly, depending on conditions.

The case for more sleep

A more conservative approach definitely makes sense for a double-handed crew, a smaller crew running single watches and those skippers who put a premium on sleep.

On this point, it is worth pointing out that if there happens to be equipment failure to grapple with (often the case) as well as multiple sail changes, skippers can end up being quite sleep-deprived. So it really is worth calculating where you want to set the ‘relaxed experienced versus fastest crossing time’ slider.

But, just as notably, crews who adopted a conservative approach at the beginning often gradually grew in confidence and began flying spinnakers at night. This was particularly true of those who had a Parasailor. These sails, with their characteristic envelope-shaped hole in the shoulder, are claimed to be able to handle increases in wind more safely by venting the excess and are sometimes used on longer passages with no white sails at all. They have a good representation on the ARC and over half our survey skippers had bought and used one.

Parasailor, with its slot to ease the pressure on the sail

“Parasailor was excellent, used eight days and was great downwind,” commented the skipper of Miss Liz II , a Hanse 505. “We gradually moved to main with one reef and Parasailor day and night as we got more confident,” he added.

“Used poled-out genoa at night and Parasailor day,” said the skipper of Morning Haze , a Hunter 410.

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Others kept the sail for lighter winds. “At night had two reefs plus two genoas with two poles so we could simply furl in and the day same, but Parasailor in under 15 knots,” said the skipper of Kymothoe , a Hanse 470e.

“Used Parasailor 290 hours, main and genoa for 131 hours and main and gennaker 35 hours,” said the skipper of Ooroo 1 , a Lagoon 450 catamaran.

A point that two skippers who had Parasailors noted is that they would have preferred smaller sails. A claim about the Parasailor is that it can handle higher winds than conventional spinnakers and it is possible that skippers were tempted to opt for larger sails. Caution may be needed here.

But overall, reviews were good. There is excellent sales service in Las Palmas and an opportunity for crews to try out their Parasailors and get some expert instruction in how to set, use and retrieve them, which I suspect is a large ingredient in their success in the ARC.

Chafe is a culprit of many difficulties with coloured downwind sails. “Halyard of asymmetric chafed in two days,” said one skipper. Halyard chafe – and indeed sheet and guy chafe – can be a major problem on a long passage with such a large amount of rolling movement and is dealt with in more detail in the panel (right).

Another cause is gear failure. One skipper had a gennaker that saw only four hours’ use before it blew out. “Split in accidental gybe caused by autopilot failure,” he said.

Indeed, gear failure is the single biggest cause of sail damage, according to Andrew Bishop, managing director of the ARC. He is in Saint Lucia each year and sees the whole fleet arriving, and has this observation: “I think quite a lot of downwind sail damage is down to associated equipment failure, not necessarily the sail itself. We hear of track fittings going, spinnaker boom fittings, blocks used for sheets or guys and if you get a failure on those critical points it quite often leads to damage on the sail because crews can’t get it down in a hurry.”

So it is important to consider the spec of all fittings and blocks for the higher loads and snap reloads that sails and sheets are going to see on an ocean passage.

Sail damage

Sail damage is much more common on crossings, and he cautions: “I think in a windy year [damage happens] when people are caught unawares. You get comfortable with a sail configuration, especially in cruising mode, when you get it nice and set, even if it’s just wing and wing, and perhaps get lulled into a false sense of security. Then you only need a wave or a gust to catch you out and something goes.”

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It would seem sensible, if you are flying a spinnaker, to be fully aware of the maximum true windspeed it is designed handle and respect that, and not leave getting it down too long. Your sailmaker can advise you of the parameters of the sail. Worth noting also is that two of our skippers, when commenting on what they would do differently next time, said that they’d have a sock to dowse a gennaker. “Use a sock instead of top-down furler for gennaker,” one wrote. Snuffers and socks generally work well, provided you’ve got the lines sorted out and in the right order.

Twin headsails, poled-out on each side, was used on one boat in our survey, but seems to have fallen out of favour as a downwind set-up. But an interesting question to ask is whether you really need a spinnaker at all. Sailing wing and wing with a poled-out headsail can work fine (see our Bluewater Sailing Techniques videos on www.yachtingworld.com ) And, one argument goes, if it goes really light, you can get quite a lot of diesel-powered miles in the right direction for the cost of a new sail.

The simple answer is that an Atlantic crossing with plain sails is not only perfectly possible, but how most of the cruising class sail for a majority of the time. Whether or not you really need to invest in one depends on the kind of sailing you will be doing afterwards.

Bishop comments: “For me the biggest thing is people should be using [a spinnaker] and practising before they set off before they go across the Atlantic. Lots of people are using on the ARC something they haven’t used much before as a crew and inexperience often means they don’t get full benefit from it.”

Sailing wing and wing with a poled-out headsail

And while a proper downwind sail for deep downwind angles is a useful part of the sailing armoury and an essential if continuing onwards across the Pacific, how invaluable is it for the ARC alone?

“You don’t necessary need lots of equipment if you are just doing the ARC and then a couple of weeks in the Caribbean and going back,” explains Bishop. “Yes, there are things that are nice to have. For example, do you really need to go out and buy a special downwind sail if you are just doing the ARC? If you haven’t used it before Las Palmas and you’ve got to that point without it, is it really going to make that much difference for the 18 days that you are crossing?”

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There are several ways of rigging the Parasail. While it is perfectly fine to use the spinnaker pole just like with a regular spinnaker, it is definitely not necessary to do that. The spreading moment of the wing suffices to conveniently use the Parasail without a pole.

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Rigging and Flying our Parasailor on our Catamaran

We know there are a lot of people out there who have questions about flying a parasailor on a catamaran. So, this video is for you!

We show you how we have setup our permanent rigging for our parasailor, (clutches, blocks and pad eyes) along with temporary block and tackle, the sheets and guys, and the optional Barber-Hauler and Violin. We probably don’t fly it perfectly, but so far this has worked well for us. (great alternative to a spinnaker or code zero sail)

We love sailing it because it truly is the quietest, smoothest riding sail we can fly. All you hear is the beautiful sound of the ocean lightly caressing your hulls. Plus people love to see us sailing it!

If you don’t have one, and are considering it, you can get more info at Parasailor.com . There is also an alternative by Oxley-Sails.com

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Multihulls Match Symmetrical Spinnakers - Parasailor Spinnaker VS Traditionnel Spinnaker

Article published on 29/01/2021

By Norbert Conchin

published in n°176 mar. / apr.

On a multihull, a symmetrical spinnaker does not need to be flown from a spinnaker pole. This downwind sail is very well suited for cruising catamarans which have a large beam for rigging the tacking points of the sheets and guys on each hull. An ideal sail for multihulls that sailing almost downwind on a tradewind route. Two solutions exist: the classic spinnaker or the famous Parasailor. Which one should you choose?

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FOR THE PARASAILOR SPINNAKER  - by  Annie Bernard

Since 2012, Annie has been the importer for France of Parasailor spinnakers. Designed by Istec, the world’s leading paraglider manufacturer, this atypical sail was developed using aeronautical technology. Annie explains all the advantages to us.

“For the last ten years, you have surely noticed (perhaps with surprise) a type of wing flying over the water. The openings and the floating wing on the upper surface give the Parasailor an easily identifiable look. This sail, which first appeared in 2009, has earned a reputation as a symmetrical spinnaker whose shape is maintained thanks to its integrated wing. It is first and foremost a cruising sail for short-handed crews that favors safety thanks to its great stability. Its qualities enabled the crew of a Fountaine-Pajot Salina 48 to win the 2015 edition of the ARC ahead of 0utremers and Neel 45s, which are much more efficient on paper. The opening acts as a valve in the gusts, relieving the canopy of pressure and the wing prevents the luff as well as the leech from stalling too easily. These features allowed our test crew to keep the spinnaker up 90% of the time spent under sailing, beating the speed record of the catamaran, at more than 24 knots. For this occasion, the spinnaker was oversized to be carried longer and thus boost performance. With its standard size of 1,830 sq ft (170 m²) for a 47-footer, the risk of the sail blowing out is almost non-existent, even with thirty-knot gusts. In ten years of operation, we have had no severe breakages. The fabric, a double rip-stop nylon with a weight of 44 gr/m² (approx. 1 oz US sailcloth weight) up to 2,370 sq ft (220 m²) in size and 70 - 75 gr/m² (approx. 1½oz) above that area, is of aeronautical quality. On the latest models, the sheeting points have been reinforced. With the opening reducing tension and keeping the spinnaker up, there is lift at the leeward hull, significantly reducing the risk of burying the bows. Depending on the intended use, it is possible to choose a leech length of more or less one meter (3 feet) between the halyard point and deck level. Most customers have opted for quiet and comfortable sailing with a small size, but the new generation is optimized to work also in very light airs, from two to three knots. The wing size has been reduced, making it easier to hoist and douse, using the Easysnuffer sock. Its shape, more cambered with valve flaps, ensures greater responsiveness thanks to a smoother flow of air particles. This new generation allows upwind angles up to 70° off the apparent wind and downwind up to 180°. The range of use is therefore very wide. As this sail corrects small deviations by re-inflating without having to intervene on the sheets, the autopilot can be used for long periods, and if it is set on wind mode, you may not have to intervene at all on long tacks.”

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Parasail on Catamaran

If you’ve always wanted to try parasailing on a catamaran, you’re in luck. You can take advantage of the water’s natural buoyancy to soar above the sea. Whether you’re an experienced sailor or a beginner, there’s no better way to enjoy the thrill of sailing than from a catamaran. But what is the process of parasailing on a catamaran?

First of all, you’ll need a harness and a lifejacket. You’ll start at the back of the catamaran and dip your feet into the water while the parasailer flies above. Parasailing is safe for anyone; the weight limit is 200 to 450 lbs. Make sure to check with your catamaran’s captain for the proper weight restrictions.

Another consideration is the wind condition. You’ll need to know the wind speed before starting your parasail. The Parasailor is designed to withstand winds up to 25 knots, but it’s always a good idea to watch a video of the process before you embark on your own. If the wind is too strong, you can call it off and wait until conditions improve. If there is a storm approaching, wait until the winds have died down and the weather is more reliable. Check out this article .

You can choose between two modes of parasailing. You can either hang from a harness or ride a gondola. The former is more exciting, but can be dangerous. You’ll have to wrestle with shroud lines and a massive parachute canopy, and it’s important to read the safety report before you go. In general, parasailing is safe. But, it’s not for the faint of heart. Before deciding on which method to choose, consult with a qualified parasail operator.

A boat with a 90-horsepower motor can handle the weight of a parasail. The flight crew will idle the boat out into the wind until you’re ready for your takeoff. Then, the flight crew will extend a tow line. The observer will hold the parasail in place. You’ll need to stay calm during the takeoff and landing.

The best way to use a parasail on a catamaran is when the wind is blowing from the rear of the boat. View more information here . This allows for the sail to catch the wind and turn as it changes. It’s a great way to increase your catamaran’s top speed. It can also make sailing on the water much more enjoyable and memorable. Just make sure you have enough wind to get into the sail!

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No pole required

There are several ways of rigging the Parasailor. While it is perfectly fine to use the spinnaker pole just like with a regular spinnaker, it is definitely not necessary to do that. The spreading moment of the wing suffices to conveniently use the Parasailor without a pole.

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Good from 70° to 180° AWA

Two sails in one! The Parasailor works from 70° to 180° apparent wind angle (AWA), that is, its covers the domains of both symmetric and asymmetric spinnakers taken together.

Genieße entspanntes Segeln vor dem Wind

Was gibt es schöneres, als unter Spinnaker in voller Fahrt vor dem Wind dahin­zurauschen! Wenn die Crew allerdings nicht eingespielt oder schlicht zu klein ist, fängt das Vergnügen oft erst gar nicht an.

Mit dem Parasailor schon! Denn der verhält sich so gutmütig und ist so leicht zu handhaben, dass vor dem Wind Ihr neuer Lieblingskurs sein wird.

You don't have much experience in downwind sailing? Don't worry, your Parasailor dealer will happily help you get started. Book your personal instruction, if possible on your own boat.

Parasailor unter Autopilot - das Traumpaar an Bord

Das neue Traumpaar an Bord: der Parasailor unter Autopilot. Auf der einen Seite der Parasailor, der dank seiner guten Selbsttrimmeigenschaften spielend mit den Steuerbewegungen des Autopiloten klar kommt. Und auf der anderen Seite der Autopilot, der nicht viel korrigieren muss, weil der Parasailor quasi nicht geigt.

Highly durable

Each Parasailor is a highly durable product. Already its structure lets it cope with hard gusts much better than regular spinnakers. The horizontal opening is a true safety vent, allowing a sudden and strong increase in air pressure to exit the sail in a controlled manner. Furthermore, the multi-ply and double-stiched clews as well as the webbing and dacron tape reinforced leeches make the Parasailor a tough downwind sail.

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Halloween in Moscow

History of Halloween dates back to the ancient traditions of the Celts. For the first time the name of the holyday is mentioned in the 16th century as a Scottish shortening of the English «All-Hallows-Even», which translates as «The evening of All Saints».

Halloween has gained a lot of popularity in Russia for the past years. This year the celebration takes place on holidays, therefore, you have 3 days to party – from October 31 to November 2! We Heart Moscow has chosen the brightest and crowded with ghosts Halloween parties in Moscow.

FUNNY HALLOWEEN PARTY AT THE «16 TONS»

While different places compete with each other to do the holiday as scary as possible, «16 tons» Club will make the audience feel scary funny.

This celebration is for those who are tired of the ubiquitous zombies and witches that fill all the clubs in the night of October 31. This is not necessarily come in scary costumes – just dress up to have as much fun as possible!

A team of DJs: Miloslav Chemodanov, duo Hollo and Vastashin, DJ Emtsev, Sophie Tronza and their friends will spin your favorite hits and create exceptionally friendly atmosphere until the dawn. Those who cannot prepare to a masquerade at home, can to use the services of two make-up artists directly in the club absolutely free.

The party will start at 23.59 on October 31. Entrance will cost from 500 rubles (€10).

Club “16 Tons” – Presnensky Val St., 6, build. 1.

HALLOWEEN PARTY FROM «ARMA 17S»

The founders of the legendary club «Arma 17» have announced first of five global parties, to be held this year. Halloween Party will last 24 hours and will take place at the territory Trekhgornaya manufactory.

The creative team of «Arma» keep their visitors in total ignorance about the new site for the club. However, the first party will take place on November 1 in the space on the fourth floor of the building on the Rochdelskaya street, and apparently, Halloween from «Arma 17» promises to be quite impressive.

Lineup of «Manufacture» is going to very worthy – Rhadoo and Petre Inspirescu, Resident Club der Visionaere Vera, which is known to work with Ricardo Villalobos, DJ Sleeparchive, Tin Man and the Dutchman Orgue Electronique. Three dance floors are promised – two main and one secret.

Celebrate Haloween with «Arma 17» on November 1, at 23:00 Entrance costs from 1000 rub.

Trekhgorny manufactory – Rochdelskaya St., 15.

HALLOWEEN MASQUERADE RAVE

There will perform outstanding legends of the world electronic scene. The event will be held at one of the largest and comfortable event-site of capital «RAY JUST ARENA».

For total immersion in the atmosphere of the sacraments and illusions, organizers have prepared for you 100 kW of clear powerful sound, laser and light show, psychedelic performance to world stars music.

Headliners of the performance are: The long-awaited, retro LIVE set, Skazi, Avalon Live, Sesto Sento Live, Laughing Buddha Live, Gataka Live], TLN DJ’s team.

Visitors are invited to come in mascaraed costumes. The party starts at 23.55 on October 31. Entrance costs from 750 rubles.

Club Ray Just Arena – Leningradsky Prospect 31, build. 4.

TIM BURTON STYLE HALLOWEEN

Edward Scissorhands or dead bride – only you can decide how to look this night! Frightening makeup, lurid stories and best pictures from the most mysterious director of our time await you in art cafe «The Sea Inside» (More Vnutry). The party will be held in an atmosphere of fear, horror and hell fun. It offers a rich program with watching the best films by Tim Burton, a variety of mystical competitions and tricks.

Professional make-up artists will cast over your unique horror make-ap. After the transformation, you can make a photo of yourself in the real coffin.

Participants of the holiday will remember all the horror stories that scared them in childhood, and Playback Theatre «Paraphrase» will turn these stories into the most sinister tale performed on stage! Playback is a custom theater; its foundation is improvisation and diving into the psychology of the narrator. Actors of «Paraphrase» do not show rehearsed performance, but seek to convey the feelings and emotions of the audience – here and now.

The party will be held on October 31, at 19.00. Entrance costs from 3000 RUB.

Cafe «The Sea Inside» – Peschannaya Alley, 7 (Sokolniki park)

BLACK & BLOODY FRIDAY

Lawson’s Bar decided to combine two holidays – Halloween and Night of sales – Black Friday. The original costume party offers not only monsters, but also the crazy prices for the bar menu!

The Scottish Lawson’s Bar is simply obliged to arrange a truly terrible holiday. the most unusual party Black & Bloody Friday in Lawson’s Bar offers guests unprecedented sale on the bar menu – all the drinks (except single malt whiskey) can be purchased at 199 rubles!

In addition, from October 31 to November 1, staff will turn into horrible monsters, charming Go-go girls will show their performance, the best DJs will play music and professional photographers will shoot the Sabbath. All guests are strongly encouraged to come in costumes to remember this night for a long time.

The party starts on October 31, at 22.00. The entrance is free.

Black & Bloody Friday, Lawson’s Bar – Blagoveshchensky lane, 1A.

ROCK OF AGES. HALLOWEEN PARTY

The most rock ‘n’ roll party in Moscow in honor of All Saints’ Day will be held in «China town cafe» club. Each year the place offers a special theme for Halloween. This year’s party is called the «Rock of Ages», as the famous Broadway musical, and later the famous movie with Tom Cruise in the lead role. The festive atmosphere and the sounds of rock will shake you like a hurricane.

The party will be held on October 31, at 23.00.

Club «China Town Cafe» – Lubyanka driveway, 25/12

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