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The appeal of offshore
Is there still appeal? Have we made it too onerous? Why would someone take it up now?
© Kurt Arrigo / Rolex
ILCA World Championships conclude
The northern wind arrives - Qingdao's final challenge
© Kong XiangJing / ILCA
Hugh Jackman & Ryan Reynolds Take the Helm
As Co-Owners of the 'BONDS Flying Roos' Australia's SailGP Team
© SailGP
The call of the mighty
See the words Admiral's Cup and you immediately think approachable, real, hardcore action
© Marks family
America's Cup crew line-up changes
Historic changes proposed in Final Draft of the Protocol
© Richard Gladwell / Sail-World.com / nz
Expanding horizons with West System Epoxy
Expanding horizons with West System Epoxy
Working on D-Class boats over the years sparked Jonathan Minnebo's love of sailing
Returning to his roots, Jonathan Minnebo has broadened his sights from solely shipwright work to creating bespoke furniture and staircase design and installation.
by West System
Posted 6 Jun 16:54 AEST
2025 Santa Maria Cup in Annapolis, USA Day 2
2025 Santa Maria Cup in Annapolis, USA Day 2
Final four skippers emerge from a competitive qualifying double-round robin stage
A thrilling second day of racing at the 2025 Santa Maria Cup saw the final four skippers emerge from a competitive qualifying double-round robin stage.
by Women's WMRT
Posted 6 Jun 14:47 AEST
SailGP to Kick Off Summer in New York
SailGP to Kick Off Summer in New York
With this Weekend's Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix
An unforgettable weekend of high-speed, close-to-shore racing and world-class entertainment will take place this weekend when the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix takes place in front of the most famous skyline in the world.
by SailGP
Posted 6 Jun 07:36 AEST
Scandinavian Gold Cup at Sopot, Poland Day 1
Scandinavian Gold Cup at Sopot, Poland Day 1
A slow start with very little wind
The Scandinavian Gold Cup opened Thursday in Sopot, Poland, with seven 5.5 Metres competing for this historic and iconic trophy that dates back to 1922. Unfortunately, there was not enough wind to even complete one race.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 6 Jun 06:58 AEST
49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 Europeans Day 3
49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 Europeans Day 3
A six-hour bake on the water
Veteran and multi-Olympic race officer Sulis was clear at the morning briefing, "Our priority is to get three races for the 49er so they can progress to the gold fleet."
by 49er & Nacra 17 Sailing
Posted 6 Jun 06:33 AEST
Galicia 52 Super Series Royal Cup Day 3
Galicia 52 Super Series Royal Cup Day 3
Platoon Aviation turn up the heat but don't dent American Magic Quantum Racing's lead
After a disappointing first regatta of the season when they finished in an uncharacteristic last position in Saint-Tropez, the fortunes of the German flagged 2023 52 SUPER SERIES overall champions Platoon Aviation seem to have turned for the better.
by 52 Super Series
Posted 6 Jun 06:15 AEST
Diverse international fleet for 5th AEGEAN 600
Diverse international fleet for 5th AEGEAN 600
The race start is a little over 1 month away
In a sign that this newest of the world's 600-mile classic offshore races has reached maturity, organizers from the Hellenic Offshore Racing Club are pleased to announce yet another large international fleet will be assembled for the 2025 AEGEAN 600.
by Hellenic Offshore Racing Club
Posted 6 Jun 04:03 AEST
America's Cup: Another sponsor signs for Italians
America's Cup: Another sponsor signs for Italians
Luna Rossa has announced that Unipol has renewed its trust in the team
Luna Rossa has announced that Unipol has renewed its trust in the team and will accompany it as an official sponsor for the duration of the 38th America's Cup.
by Luna Rossa Challenge
Posted 6 Jun 00:49 AEST
SailGP: Media Conference concludes in New York
SailGP: Media Conference concludes in New York
The media conference ahead of the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix has concluded, without any speci
The media conference ahead of the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix has concluded, without any special points being revealed, save for Brazil lending a crew member to Germany.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com
Posted 5 Jun 23:37 AEST
A decade of pushing the boundaries at A+T
A decade of pushing the boundaries at A+T
Celebrating 10 years of the world's best yacht instruments
2025 marks a decade of pushing the boundaries of quality and customer service in the global yachting industry for A+T Instruments.
by A+T Instruments
Posted 5 Jun 21:00 AEST
Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds Take the Helm
Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds Take the Helm
As Co-Owners of the 'BONDS Flying Roos' Australia's SailGP Team
Today Australia's three-time SailGP champions have unveiled a new identity as well as two new co-owners - Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds - who join Driver and CEO Tom Slingsby in leading the freshly rebranded BONDS Flying Roos SailGP Team.
by SailGP
Posted 5 Jun 20:56 AEST
Should SailGP ditch the wings?
Should SailGP ditch the wings?
As SailGP resumes in New York this weekend, we ask the question
As SailGP resumes in New York this weekend, we ask the question of whether the F50's solid wingsails should be ditched and replaced instead with twin-skin mainsails, in a similar way to what is used on the AC75 and AC40 of the America's Cup.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 5 Jun 20:48 AEST
CYCA and RFBYC announce partnership
CYCA and RFBYC announce partnership
To host Australia's premier match racing events
The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia and Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club are pleased to announce a joint partnership between the two Clubs to host Australia's premier match racing events in January each year.
by Cruising Yacht Club of Australia
Posted 5 Jun 19:55 AEST
Port Phillip Double-Handed Perpetual Cup
Port Phillip Double-Handed Perpetual Cup
66 sailors on 33 boats take part in one of sailing's more demanding formats
Melbourne was at her autumnal best on Sunday the 18th of May delivering ideal conditions for the 2025 Ocean Racing Club of Victoria's (ORCV) Double-Handed Yacht Race around Port Phillip.
by Jane Austin / ORCV media
Posted 5 Jun 18:45 AEST
2025 Santa Maria Cup in Annapolis, USA Day 1
2025 Santa Maria Cup in Annapolis, USA Day 1
Racing in Women's World Match Racing Tour Event 2 underway
Perfect conditions graced the opening day of the 2025 Santa Maria Cup in Annapolis, USA, Stage 2 of the 2025 Women's World Match Racing Tour following the tour season opener in San Francisco last week.
by Women's WMRT
Posted 5 Jun 15:39 AEST
49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 Europeans Day 2
49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 Europeans Day 2
It can be easy to win! For everyone else, it was a day of tense battles
Win the start, grab the first shift, consolidate and extend! The winning formula is easy, and those who got ahead took full advantage of an easy course once they got to the front. For everyone else, it was a day of tense battles.
by 49er & Nacra 17 Sailing
Posted 5 Jun 15:14 AEST
In Memoriam - Darren 'Baz' Williams
In Memoriam - Darren 'Baz' Williams
The yachting industry was shocked and saddened at the passing of Darren Williams
The yachting industry was shocked and saddened at the untimely passing of identity Darren (Baz) Williams at the age of 59 after a year-long battle with cancer. In many ways Baz was a very private person and flew under the radar for many...
by Lee Condell
Posted 5 Jun 09:37 AEST
Torrid 29er Nationals test 30 crews at Manly
Torrid 29er Nationals test 30 crews at Manly
Long-time sailing buddies Will Mason and Will Leech dominated the Polished Concrete 29er Nationals.
Long-time sailing buddies Will Mason and Will Leech teamed up to dominate the 2025 Polished Concrete NZ 29er Nationals at Manly SC, in challenging conditions, over Kings Birthday weekend.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com
Posted 5 Jun 09:24 AEST
Galicia 52 Super Series Royal Cup Day 2
Galicia 52 Super Series Royal Cup Day 2
American Magic Quantum Racing extend their lead after challenging light winds day
Patience, concentration, risk management and perhaps a highly developed sixth sense of the subtle changes in the light breezes, were among the key assets shared by the crews which did best today, the second racing day.
by 52 Super Series
Posted 5 Jun 05:24 AEST
Loro Piana Giraglia 2025 preview
Loro Piana Giraglia 2025 preview
139 yachts are set to line up on the starting line
Starting tomorrow, Thursday, 5 June, registration opens for the 72nd edition of the Loro Piana Giraglia, the oldest offshore regatta in the Mediterranean.
by Yacht Club Italiano
Posted 5 Jun 05:06 AEST
Wild Thing eyeing Sydney to Auckland record
Wild Thing eyeing Sydney to Auckland record
The new mast to suit the 100 footer was stepped in May
Grant Wharington is getting Wild Thing 100 revved up - the new mast to suit the 100 footer was stepped and new sails by Kiwi, Rodney Keenan, added in May - so the timing is right to have a crack at the record in the Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race.
by Di Pearson/Sydney to Auckland media
Posted 4 Jun 16:23 AEST
Armstrong Foils Demo Days return for 2025
Armstrong Foils Demo Days return for 2025
Test the latest gear, get expert advice, and ride with the pros.
Armstrong Foils is proud to announce the return of Armstrong Demo Days for 2025. Test the latest gear, get expert advice, and ride with the pros.
by Noora Ruskola
Posted 4 Jun 15:41 AEST
International 5o5 Euro Cup Leg 2 at Lake Garda
International 5o5 Euro Cup Leg 2 at Lake Garda
Stunning scenery, fresh water and great Ora breezes
Between May 29th and 31st, 41 505's from 10 countries arrived in the small town of Riva at the Northern end of Lake Garda in Italy for leg 2 of the 2025 505 Euro Cup series.
by Mike Holt
Posted 4 Jun 15:29 AEST
Video Interview: Onboard the Excess 14
Video Interview: Onboard the Excess 14
At the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2025
Excess have moved forward their designs with the Excess 13 and 14 cruising catamarans, so seeing the Excess 14 was high on the priority list, as well as talking to some exceptional high performance sailors on board to learn their thoughts.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 4 Jun 09:30 AEST
49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 Europeans Day 1
49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 Europeans Day 1
Austrians Prettner and Flachberger tip into early lead
Keanu Prettner with Jakob Flachberger (AUT) were locked in a light air duel with defending European Champions Hernan Umpiere with Fernando Diz (URU). The two teams were tipped by their fellow competitors as the ones to watch in light winds and delivered.
by 49er & Nacra 17 Sailing
Posted 4 Jun 06:18 AEST
New Dynamic Range of T-Shirts and Shorts
New Dynamic Range of T-Shirts and Shorts
Just the ticket at sea and on shore
Packing for a weekend away on the water and having fun onshore has never been easier, thanks to the new range of Dynamic shorts and t-shirts from Henri-Lloyd.
by Henri-Lloyd
Posted 4 Jun 03:00 AEST
Galicia 52 Super Series Royal Cup Day 1
Galicia 52 Super Series Royal Cup Day 1
Top level consistency gives 2024 champions a strong start in Baiona
The 2024 overall circuit champions, Doug DeVos' American Magic Quantum Racing, lead the GALICIA 52 SUPER SERIES ROYAL CUP after two good races on the beautiful but challenging race area off Baiona on the NW corner.
by 52 Super Series
Posted 4 Jun 02:55 AEST
Getting excited for the Van Isle 360
Getting excited for the Van Isle 360
Quoting a famous line from Pink Floyd's "Time"
As I pack for the first half of the 2025 Van Isle 360 International Yacht Race, I find myself thinking about the last time I did this race, a certain Pink Floyd song, and the great adventuring, sailing and time with friends that awaits.
by David Schmidt
Posted 4 Jun 02:50 AEST
5.5 Metre titles head to Poland for the first time
5.5 Metre titles head to Poland for the first time
Scandinavian Gold Cup and World Championship to be held back to back
Over the next 12 days the International 5.5 Metre Class heads to Sopot in Poland for the Scandinavian Gold Cup and World Championship. It is the first time the class has held any of its major events in Poland.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 4 Jun 01:36 AEST
Mirror dinghy Tuning Guide with Ben McGrane
Mirror dinghy Tuning Guide with Ben McGrane
A detailed guide to maximising speed with Hyde Mirror Sails
Continuing the new series of tuning videos from Hyde Sails, One Design Sales Manager Ben McGrane gives a detailed guide to maximising speed with Hyde Mirror Sails.
by Mark Jardine & Ben McGrane
Posted 3 Jun 23:30 AEST
Rodkicker 50 - manual rigid vang for larger yachts
Rodkicker 50 - manual rigid vang for larger yachts
Specifically sized for yachts measuring between 50 and 55 feet
A rigid vang is designed to enhance sail handling during reefing, preventing the boom from falling into the cockpit or onto the coach roof. Equipped with gas springs, it automatically elevates the boom upon release of the kicking strap.
by Seldén Mast
Posted 3 Jun 21:00 AEST
SailGP Racing on the Edge Season 5 Episode 5
SailGP Racing on the Edge Season 5 Episode 5
Los Gallos revisit their SailGP Season 4 triumph
Get a behind the scenes look at the inner workings of the SailGP Season 4 Champions as they return to winning territory – facing personal and professional challenges head on.
by SailGP
Posted 3 Jun 19:01 AEST
Final opportunity to enter AWKR
Final opportunity to enter AWKR
This is a final call to female sailors
This is a final call to female sailors who would like to race Australia's premier all-female regatta, the 2025 Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR), where you will join the 25 already entered in Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron's (RMYS) annual event.
by Di Pearson / AWKR media
Posted 3 Jun 15:35 AEST
49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 Europeans starts Tuesday
49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 Europeans starts Tuesday
The fleet is ready for racing in Thessaloniki, Greece
A new chapter begins for the fast doublehanded classes. The Champions from Paris 2024 have mostly either retired or are taking breaks for various reasons, leaving the start of the new quadrennial to a new group of sailors.
by 49er & Nacra 17 Sailing
Posted 3 Jun 06:09 AEST
Galicia 52 Super Series Royal Cup practice day
Galicia 52 Super Series Royal Cup practice day
Breezy, beautiful Baiona finds favour again with TP52 teams
Takashi Okura's Sled team today laid down a marker on the beautiful waters off Baiona, NW Spain as the top performers over the two official practice races sailed today on the eve of the Galicia 52 Super Series Royal Cup.
by 52 Super Series
Posted 3 Jun 03:35 AEST
RORC centenary Rolex Fastnet Race
RORC centenary Rolex Fastnet Race
All set for another record-breaker
Less than two months now remain until the start of the 2025 Rolex Fastnet Race, this year coinciding with the Royal Ocean Racing Club's centenary.
by James Boyd / RORC
Posted 2 Jun 20:06 AEST
Team Racing Worlds at Newport, RI, overall
Team Racing Worlds at Newport, RI, overall
Corinthian Yacht Club puts on top notch performance to win
Sustained winds in the low 20-knot range and choppy seas brought on another challenging day in the final stretch of the 2025 Team Racing World Championship.
by Michelle Slade
Posted 2 Jun 14:19 AEST
Young Aussie squad ready to shine at Europeans
Young Aussie squad ready to shine at Europeans
Australia's fast boat sailors are set for the 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 Europeans in Greece
Australia's fast boat sailors are set to take on the 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 European Championships this week in Thessaloniki, Greece. With up to 18 races scheduled over the next six days, it's set to be a high-intensity regatta.
by Lisa Darmanin / Australian Sailing Team
Posted 2 Jun 14:04 AEST
The call of the mighty
The call of the mighty
See the words Admiral's Cup and you immediately think approachable, real, hardcore action
See the words Admiral's Cup and you immediately think approachable, real, hardcore action, braving the elements, and glory for the victorious. As an Australian, you have King Louie (the late Lou Abrahams), and the late Sir Jim Hardy as the poster boys.
by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor
Posted 2 Jun 08:00 AEST
Southern Wind Rendezvous overall
Southern Wind Rendezvous overall
A Perfect Conclusion to a Perfect Event
The horn sounded right on time for the fourth day of the Southern Wind Rendezvous and Trophy. Blue skies, warm sun, and 6-7 knots of breeze with gusts up to 10 knots accompanied the fleet on a 15-mile course rounding Monaci and Secca Tre Monti.
by Southern Wind Yachts
Posted 2 Jun 03:54 AEST
16th 151 Miglia-Trofeo Cetilar concludes
16th 151 Miglia-Trofeo Cetilar concludes
Mylius 60 crossed the finish line to win the IRC Over 60 maxi class
It has been a long time coming after spending much of the 2024 season finishing second and even continuing this in the recent IMA Maxi European Championship, but finally Guido Paolo Gamucci's Cippa Lippa X has won a race.
by James Boyd / International Maxi Association
Posted 1 Jun 20:06 AEST
PONANT Sydney Noumea Yacht Race draws to a close
PONANT Sydney Noumea Yacht Race draws to a close
With all three competing yachts now officially retired
The 2025 PONANT Sydney Noumea Yacht Race has concluded with all three competing yachts now officially retired.
by Cruising Yacht Club of Australia
Posted 1 Jun 18:04 AEST
Casa Vela Cup 2025 at St Francis Yacht Club overal
Casa Vela Cup 2025 at St Francis Yacht Club overal
Pauline Courtois and her Match in Pink Normandy team claimed a decisive victory
French match racing skipper Pauline Courtois and her Match in Pink Normandy team claimed a decisive victory on Saturday at the 2025 Casa Vela Cup, held in the iconic waters of San Francisco Bay and hosted by the St.Francis Yacht Club.
by Women's WMRT
Posted 1 Jun 17:33 AEST
Team Racing Worlds at Newport, RI, Day 3
Team Racing Worlds at Newport, RI, Day 3
Epic breeze cuts racing short; clear division between teams sets scene for final day
Sunny skies met big breeze on Day 3 but by 12:30 p.m. racing was postponed, and as the wind built to 25+, the Race Committee abandoned racing at 3:00 p.m.
by Michelle Slade
Posted 1 Jun 10:39 AEST
Ponant Sydney Noumea Race Start in Images
Ponant Sydney Noumea Race Start in Images
A light and variable breeze got the three-boat fleet away in the afternoon light
It was a quiet start to the Ponant Sydney Noumea Race, with the fleet the leaving Sydney Harbour in a light and variable breeze. Grant Wharington and Adrian Seiffert's Wild Thing 100 led the fleet of three down the harbour on a close reach
by Bow Caddy Media
Posted 1 Jun 07:52 AEST
Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta overall
Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta overall
Southern Wind 100 Agapi Mas awarded the Willy Persico Trophy
The 2025 edition of the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta and the Southern Wind RendezVous concluded today with another outstanding day of racing. The event is organised by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda with the support of title sponsor Giorgio Armani.
by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda
Posted 1 Jun 06:51 AEST
11th Shenzhen Dapeng Cup Sailing Regatta
11th Shenzhen Dapeng Cup Sailing Regatta
FD Future boats join the youth regatta at Seven Star Yacht Club
The 2025 11th Shenzhen Dapeng Cup Sailing Regatta kicked off in Seven Star Yacht Club in Shenzhen on the 23rd till the 25th of May. FD Future boats joined the youth regatta with 11 competition groups and more than 80 youth participants.
by Carren Shi
Posted 1 Jun 00:45 AEST
Countdown begins for the 2025 29er Worlds
Countdown begins for the 2025 29er Worlds
At the iconic city of Porto, Portugal
The countdown is on! The 2025 29er World Championship will land in the iconic city of Porto, Portugal, with the fleet descending on Marina da Afurada - Douro Marina from 1st-8th August 2025.
by International 29er Class
Posted 31 May 20:05 AEST