The Islander proudly put pedal to the metal with its very own team at this year’s Joyron Family Fun & Karting Day, an event that combined high-speed thrills with heartfelt purpose. (See the full Joyron report in the Islander Life section.)

The day began with grey skies and heavy rain — conditions that would soon prove surprisingly advantageous for our team. While most of our drivers were, let’s say, above average in height and comfortably over the 80kg mark, that extra weight provided a secret weapon: superior traction on the slippery wet track! Against all odds, The Islander crew stormed into second place in the first race, leaving lighter competitors spinning in the spray.

However, the afternoon brought sunshine—and with it, a dry track that was far less forgiving. Despite blistering laps from Santina’s Vincent and DYT’s Sven, both known for their speed and precision, gravity was no longer on our side. Even so, spirits remained sky-high thanks to Sevenstar’s Leroy, Captain Nico from M/Y Sasta, Andrew from Berthon, and of course, Jens from The Islander, who led the charge with enthusiasm and plenty of good humour.

Though we didn’t make the podium in the final race, one thing was certain: The Islander team had the most fun on the track—and, according to a few “very important” judges, we were also the best-looking team of the day!

The Joyron event once again showcased the yachting community’s ability to come together for a great cause—with laughter, camaraderie, and a little friendly rivalry.

We’ll be back next year—lighter, faster, and just as stylish!