All smoke and mirrors

I understand that there are still people out there who believe the Volvo Ocean race is actually happening. As I think this clip demonstrates, it is becoming obvious that the whole event is being staged, probably in the same studio they used for the moon landings.

The macho-looking guys in their sailing suits are actors with a few Polish building workers brought on to the set as extras. Most of the water is dispensed from a bucket off camera and the spectacular-looking waves are achieved, using hydraulic ramps in the giant tank they used for Master and Commander. Add in a few sound effects and a wind machine, a bit of careful editing and you get this marvelously authentic-looking storm. Nice try Volvo, but you can't fool everyone.