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‘This is what it means to be in Auckland'
Expanded Auckland Boat Show shows 180 trailer boats and RIBS with a further 130 large boats
© Chris Cameron
America's Cup: AC75 hydro systems explained
Emirates Team NZ explain the hydro systems fitted on their new AC75 race boat
© James Somerset/ETNZ
America's Cup: Kiwi gain from Swiss move
America's Cup Defenders pick up an unexpected benefit from Swiss SailGP announcement that Nathan Outteridge will helm for remaining five events.
© Jon Buckle/SailGP
Danger Zone wins Harken Young 88 Nats
Harry Thurston wins successive Harken Young 88 Nationals, Karyn Drummond second and first Mixed crew. 18 boats compete.
© Adam Mustill
Luna Rossa announces Power team
Luna Rossa have announced an eight member power team hailing from diverse sporting backgrounds. Their new AC75 race boat is en route to Cagliari.
© Luca Butto
Industry faces challenges at Auckland Boat Show
Industry faces challenges at Auckland Boat Show
Expanded Auckland Boat Show shows 180 trailer boats and RIBS with a further 130 large boats
The Auckland Boat Show has wrapped up for 2024 and, in an industry facing challenges, New Zealand companies have risen to the challenge and kept selling boats while Mayor Wayne Brown, himself a boat-owner, added his support.
by Isla McKechnie
Posted 20 Mar 01:50 NZDT
2024 Manly O'pen Skiff Regattapalooza report
2024 Manly O'pen Skiff Regattapalooza report
The sailors enjoyed an incredible three-days of racing on exciting slalom courses
When 50 Junior sailors from around the country descended upon the Manly Sailing Club at the end of January for a three-day regatta, they didn't quite know what to expect.
by New Zealand O'pen Skiff Association
Posted 19 Mar 19:18 NZDT
America's Cup: The hidden world of Hydro explained
America's Cup: The hidden world of Hydro explained
Emirates Team NZ explain the hydro systems which may be seen on their new AC75 race boat
There are many hidden parts to an America's Cup campaign where innovation, performance and talent often remain unseen. Hydraulics is one such area, when Emirates Team NZ's new race boat is launched next month, the hydro components will be largely unseen.
by Emirates Team NZ
Posted 19 Mar 13:40 NZDT
America's Cup: Kiwi gain from Swiss SailGP move
America's Cup: Kiwi gain from Swiss SailGP move
America's Cup Defenders pick up an unexpected benefit from Swiss SailGP announcement
Emirates Team New Zealand has picked up an unexpected benefit from the announcement that Swiss SailGP helmsman Sebastien Schneiter, will quit the circuit for the remainder of Season 4, to concentrate on the 2024 Olympic Sailing Regatta.
by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World.com/ NZ
Posted 19 Mar 02:33 NZDT
Big fleet contest Harken Young 88 Nationals
Big fleet contest Harken Young 88 Nationals
Harry Thurston wins successive Harken Young 88 Nationals, Karyn Drummond second and first Mixed crew
Harry Thurston and crew of Dangerzone won the 2024 Harken Young 88 Nationals, successfully defending their national title. Second place was a very consistent Karyn Drummond on Flash Gordon also winning first Mixed Crew.
by Mike Leyland, Young 88 Assoc
Posted 18 Mar 22:35 NZDT
Canadian Melodie Schaffer back on the Globe40
Canadian Melodie Schaffer back on the Globe40
"The inaugural Globe 40 race was epic, and I cannot wait for the next one!"
"The inaugural Globe 40 race was epic, and I cannot wait for the next one!"
by Sirius Events
Posted 19 Mar 21:14 NZDT
Shift to Vaikobi Next Gen FlexForce Wetsuits
Shift to Vaikobi Next Gen FlexForce Wetsuits
Australian Water Sports brand Vaikobi is calling for sailors to 'make the shift'
Australian Water Sports brand Vaikobi is calling for sailors to 'make the shift' to their new range of FlexForce Next Gen High Performance wetsuits.
by Vaikobi
Posted 19 Mar 09:30 NZDT
Shaking off the rust
Shaking off the rust
Sunday was what I'd count as the start of my 'sailing season'
While I had sailed a couple of times already this year, Sunday was what I'd count as the start of my 'sailing season'. It's been a pretty grim February in the UK so the days getting longer and a bit drier is welcome.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 19 Mar 09:00 NZDT
All set for the 2024 Formula Kite Europeans
All set for the 2024 Formula Kite Europeans
Mar Menor in Spain is ready to host the first major event of the kite season
The 2024 Formula Kite European Championship is about to get under way in Los Alcazares, Mar Menor, in Spain. This is the first major event of the kitefoil racing season.
by Andy Rice
Posted 19 Mar 06:35 NZDT
Schneiter steps back as Swiss driver
Schneiter steps back as Swiss driver
Swiss SailGP Team announce Nathan Outteridge as new driver for remainder of Season 4
Ahead of the upcoming ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix later this week in Christchurch, Switzerland SailGP Team has announced a major crew change onboard F50 Eiger; Sebastien Schneiter will step back as driver
by Switzerland SailGP Team
Posted 18 Mar 21:38 NZDT
2024 Etchells Worlds at Fremantle Day 1
2024 Etchells Worlds at Fremantle Day 1
Sendy first day, just what the Doctor ordered
When Race Officer Ross Wilson called for an early start, the competitors knew they were in for an exciting first day of racing for the 2024 Etchells World Championships in Fremantle, Western Australia.
by Suellen Hurling
Posted 18 Mar 21:17 NZDT
Marine Auctions: March Online Auctions
Marine Auctions: March Online Auctions
Bidding to Start Thursday 21st March will end on Wednesday 27th March 2024 at 2pm AEST
Bidding to Start Thursday 21st March will end on Wednesday 27th March 2024 at 2pm AEST. Some Vessels Unreserved.
by Marine Auctions
Posted 18 Mar 20:01 NZDT
Marine launches set to dazzle crowds at SCIBS 2024
Marine launches set to dazzle crowds at SCIBS 2024
Almost 100 new launches at at the 35th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show
The much-anticipated 2024 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet, with almost 100 launches from some of Australia and the globe's most popular and luxurious marine lifestyle brands.
by Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
Posted 18 Mar 17:10 NZDT
Ocean Globe Race: March 15 - The Switcheroo
Ocean Globe Race: March 15 - The Switcheroo
I would like to think that the French team on L'Espirit d'Equipe moved into first place
I was asleep and not watching the Yellow Brick tracker but I would like to think that the French team on L'Espirit d'Equipe moved into first place in Line Honors, even for just an hour or so.
by Brian Hancock
Posted 17 Mar 23:43 NZDT
18ft Skiff Queen of the Harbour 2024
18ft Skiff Queen of the Harbour 2024
Lucy Copeland becomes the first winner as part of an all-female crew to win the award
The annual race has been around on Sydney Harbour for nearly 100 years and is usually won by a female member of the handicap-winning crew, but in today's race the winning queen became the first winner as part of an all-female crew to win the award.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 17 Mar 21:33 NZDT
2024 J/24 World Championship set for Seattle
2024 J/24 World Championship set for Seattle
Registration is now open for the September event
Framed by snow-capped mountains, Puget Sound promises to provide picturesque and challenging conditions for the competitors on the water while the famed Pacific Northwest will provide plenty of activity off the water.
by Kurt Hoehne
Posted 17 Mar 07:58 NZDT
"The Grand Tour" third edition preview
"The Grand Tour" third edition preview
Stages at Lac Souterrain de St-Léonard, Ilulissat and Venice for 2024
From an idea of sportsmen: Franco Deganutti and Manuel Vlacich, the sports project "The Grand Tour Sailing" continues in 2024 and thus reaches its third edition.
by Manuel Vlacich
Posted 17 Mar 06:50 NZDT
Musto Skiffs return to WPNSA for 2024 Worlds
Musto Skiffs return to WPNSA for 2024 Worlds
The class organisers are anticipating a record entry for this year
Musto Skiff sailors from across the globe are invited to participate in the ACO 13th Musto Skiff World Championship 2024, which will be hosted in the UK by Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) over 14th – 20th July.
by Musto Skiff Class Association
Posted 17 Mar 04:01 NZDT
Italians announce cyclors in Cup Power Team
Italians announce cyclors in Cup Power Team
Luna Rossa have announced an eight member power team hailing from diverse sporting backgrounds
Luna Rosa Prada Pirelli have announced a "power bank" of eight cyclors who will pressure up the hydraulic systems aboard the Italian America's Cup Challenger. The team has also released images of their new AC75 leaving its build facility in Bergamo.
by Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli/Sail-World.com/nz
Posted 17 Mar 00:38 NZDT
Auckland Boat Show bounces back
Auckland Boat Show bounces back
A fine day drew a pre-COVID sized crowd to the Auckland Boat Show's marinas and exhibition halls
Despite a backdrop of economic uncertainty, boating fans poured into the Auckland Boat Show on a fine warm, sunny late-Summer day - keen to decide on where to spend their spare dollars if not now, then when the economic recovery kicks in.
by Sail-World.com/nz
Posted 16 Mar 23:14 NZDT
Applications strong for UpWind by MerConcept
Applications strong for UpWind by MerConcept
One week left to apply
With a little over one week to go before applications close for the brand new offshore training hub, UpWind by MerConcept, over 30 submissions have already been received from female sailors based in 13 different countries
by MerConcept
Posted 16 Mar 20:07 NZDT
Andrea Mura expected in A Coruna on Sunday
Andrea Mura expected in A Coruna on Sunday
The end of his epic Global Solo Challenge adventure is near
With under 500 miles to go Andrea Mura must really be starting to feel the end of his epic adventure is near.
by Marco Nannini / Global Solo Challenge
Posted 16 Mar 13:14 NZDT
Outteridge teases permanent SailGP driver seat
Outteridge teases permanent SailGP driver seat
In latest episode of Racing on the Edge
The latest episode of Racing on the Edge, in partnership with Rolex, is now live, and unfolds the story behind on-off SailGP driver and renowned 'wind whisperer', Nathan Outteridge.
by SailGP
Posted 16 Mar 07:59 NZDT
Winning at last!
Winning at last!
How did the Firefly class come to be at the 1948 Olympics in the first place?
We'll get into detail on Firefly 503, Jacaranda, later on but maybe an even bigger story is how the Firefly Class came to be at the Olympics in the first place. To put things into perspective we first have to go back even further to the early 1930s.
by Dougal Henshall
Posted 16 Mar 05:00 NZDT
Zhik's new gear is here
Zhik's new gear is here
The new range drops today
Zhik, the leading innovator in sailing gear, proudly announces the release of its new core performance range, diving deep into the dinghy sailing heritage of Zhik in celebration of its 20th year anniversary this year.
by Zhik
Posted 15 Mar 22:44 NZDT
Auckland Boat Show: Wynyard Crossing Bridge closed
Auckland Boat Show: Wynyard Crossing Bridge closed
A free shuttle bus service on Saturday & Sunday from Custom St East to the Auckland Boat Show venue
Auckland Boat Show organisers have been advised that the Wynyard Crossing Bridge will not be in operation this weekend due to a breakdown. A free shuttle bus has been established
by Auckland Boat Show/Sail-World.com/nz
Posted 15 Mar 22:10 NZDT
Semaine Olympique Française preview
Semaine Olympique Française preview
90 nations to compete in 2024 edition
The 55th edition of the French Olympic Week will be a very special event, being the last major multi-series meeting for the world's best sailors before the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
by Fédération Française de Voile
Posted 15 Mar 06:08 NZDT
Making waves and setting records
Making waves and setting records
Kirsten Neuschäfer on how life has changed in the last 11 months
Far from the glamour of a glittering awards ceremonies, which bring together the who's who of global sport, Kirsten Neuschäfer finds solace in the vast expanse of the ocean, a place where the only spotlight comes from the sun.
by SportsBoom
Posted 15 Mar 05:00 NZDT
Trofeo Princesa Sofía a carbon neutral event
Trofeo Princesa Sofía a carbon neutral event
Recognised by the United Nations
The 2023 edition of the Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by Iberostar received the certificate of Recognition of Carbon Footprint Calculation and Offset issued by the United Nations and awarded by Trueworld.
by Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía
Posted 15 Mar 03:31 NZDT
Auckland Boat Show sets records
Auckland Boat Show sets records
The Auckland Boat Show started Thursday with a record number of yachts on their New Zealand debut
The 2024 Auckland Boat Show has displayed a record number of boats newly released in the New Zealand market. Filling Auckland's Jellicoe Harbour and Viaduct Events Centre as it started today, the show has over 250 boats on display.
by Isla McKechnie
Posted 15 Mar 01:44 NZDT
Allen Boat Fitting Guides
Allen Boat Fitting Guides
Working closely with Team Allen sailors to ensure every boat has the best possible fittings
We work closely with our Team Allen sailors to ensure every boat they sail has the best possible fittings for each application and so over the years we've built up a good database of fitting lists to improve performance and durability.
by Allen
Posted 14 Mar 22:14 NZDT
Transatlantic Race 2025 to allow autopilots
Transatlantic Race 2025 to allow autopilots
Aiming to ease crew concerns
It's the middle of a foggy night in the North Atlantic. The breeze is fickle and there is nary a star or landsight by which to guide the yacht.
by New York Yacht Club
Posted 14 Mar 21:19 NZDT
2024 Melges 24 Worlds NoR published
2024 Melges 24 Worlds NoR published
Registration now open for the August event at San Francisco Yacht Club
The International Melges 24 Class Association (IM24CA), in partnership with The San Francisco Yacht Club and the U.S. Melges 24 Class Association (USM24CA), is excited to announce the opening of registration for the 2024 Melges 24 World Championship.
by International Melges 24 Class Association
Posted 14 Mar 13:47 NZDT
NZ Sailcraft offering special deals at the Show
NZ Sailcraft offering special deals at the Show
NZ Sailcraft are offering Special Boat Show deals on RS Fevas, Quest, Aero and Cat 14
NZ Sailcraft are all set up and ready to go for the Auckland on Water Boat show! They are located on Stand 26, look for the RS Quest on display.
by NZ Sailcraft
Posted 14 Mar 13:35 NZDT
Éric Péron finishes fifth and completes the circle
Éric Péron finishes fifth and completes the circle
Bringing the first edition of the Arkéa Ultim Challenge - Brest to a close
Éric Péron sailing ULTIM ADAGIO crossed the finish line of the ARKEA ULTIM CHALLENGE - Brest at 14 h 44 27" to finish in fifth position, the final skipper to complete the 22, 460 nautical miles course which started on Sunday 7th January.
by Arkea Ultim Challenge - Brest
Posted 14 Mar 03:51 NZDT
18ft Skiff Queen of the Harbour Preview
18ft Skiff Queen of the Harbour Preview
A tradition in Australian 18 footers sailing
The eyes of the world 18 footer competitors and supporters were centred on the most successful JJ Giltinan world Championship regattas held for many years as 27 of the best skiff teams produced a number of exciting, action-packed races on Sydney Harbour.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 13 Mar 16:36 NZDT
Andrea Mura to join Italian circumnavigators elite
Andrea Mura to join Italian circumnavigators elite
Vento di Sardegna is expected to finish the Global Solo Challenge by the end of this week
After the emotional arrivals of Philippe Delamare and Cole Brauer in A Coruna, 5 competitors are still at sea in the Global Solo Challenge.
by Marco Nannini / Global Solo Challenge
Posted 13 Mar 11:28 NZDT
Cole Brauer's proud circumnavigation
Cole Brauer's proud circumnavigation
Cole Brauer finishes the Global Solo Challenge at first light
Years ago, a mentor told me that one of the biggest problems facing American sailing was a lack of heroes. Cole Brauer, the first American woman to sail alone and nonstop around the world via the three great capes, rewrites this script.
by David Schmidt
Posted 13 Mar 04:00 NZDT
Live Ocean responds to Caulerpa invasion
Live Ocean responds to Caulerpa invasion
Live Ocean seeks financial support for an underwater pilot project for early Caulerpa detection
Live Ocean Foundation is getting behind an underwater ROV (Remote Operated Vehicle) pilot project for early detection and surveillance to exotic Caulerpa - an invasive species of weed fast taking over the sea bed in the Hauraki Gulf and Bay of Islands.
by Live Ocean
Posted 12 Mar 19:06 NZDT
Young 88s sail successful summer regattas
Young 88s sail successful summer regattas
The Young 88 fleet has sailed some very successful summer events building into the Nationals
The national Young 88 fleet has awoken from a long Covid slumber and is shaking it off with some very successful summer regattas. Here's the coverage from three regattas and a preview on the Nationals.
by Mike Leyland
Posted 12 Mar 18:04 NZDT
PIC Harbour Classic: Sub-60 win by GC32
PIC Harbour Classic: Sub-60 win by GC32
In an awe-inspiring display, the foiling GC32 conquered the course in an astonishing 58 minutes
A fleet of 52 yachts gathered at the start line for the highly anticipated PIC Insurance Brokers Harbour Classic, but the race was swiftly claimed by the outstanding performance of Frank Racing!
by PIC Harbour Classic
Posted 12 Mar 17:03 NZDT
Elliott 5.9 Nationals coming to Marsden Cove
Elliott 5.9 Nationals coming to Marsden Cove
Several top crews are returning for the 2024 Burnsco Elliott 5.9 Nationals at Marsden Cove
The 2024 Elliott 5.9 season is ramping up with the Burnsco 2024 Elliott 5.9 Nationals Championship to be hosted by Onerahi Yacht Club at Marsden Cove from 14 - 16th March. This will then be followed by the Burnsco 2024 Traveller Series.
by Gareth Howard - Elliott 5.9 Association
Posted 12 Mar 16:51 NZDT
NZ SailGP team adopt new identity
NZ SailGP team adopt new identity
Kiwis SailGP team have adopted a new identity symbiotic with other top NZ sport teams
The New Zealand SailGP Team its announced its new identity - Black Foils. The name reflects the style adopted by leading New Zealand teams including the All Blacks (Rugby), Black Sticks (Hockey),and Black Caps (Cricket).
by Natalie Fortier/Sail-World NZ
Posted 12 Mar 10:17 NZDT
Anthony Marchand interview
Anthony Marchand interview
"It took longer than expected but for me it was 64 days of training for the next one."
Anthony Marchand: "It took longer than expected but for me it was 64 days of training for the next one."
by Arkea Ultim Challenge - Brest
Posted 12 Mar 09:16 NZDT
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Preview
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Preview
Preparing to Set Sail with Many New and Notable Entries
The 2024 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta will feature a spectacular fleet with several notable entries in Antigua for their first Classic Regatta.
by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Posted 12 Mar 07:21 NZDT
McIntyre Ocean Globe Race Leg 4 update
McIntyre Ocean Globe Race Leg 4 update
Very differing routing options on display, the next few days will reveal the right call
After what could only be described as a hectic start to Leg 4 of the McIntyre Ocean Globe in Punta del Este on March 5th, things haven't gotten any easier for the OGR fleet.
by Ocean Globe Race
Posted 12 Mar 05:46 NZDT
SailGP returns to Bermuda's Great Sound
SailGP returns to Bermuda's Great Sound
Apex Group will be the Title Sponsor and Official Financial Solutions Partner
SailGP and the Bermuda Tourism Authority (BTA) return with the world's most exciting racing on water set to take place on Bermuda's Great Sound.
by SailGP
Posted 12 Mar 04:52 NZDT
Anthony Marchand on Actual Ultim 3 finishes
Anthony Marchand on Actual Ultim 3 finishes
Fourth in the Arkéa Ultim Challenge - Brest
French solo skipper Anthony Marchand took fourth place on the ARKEA ULTIM CHALLENGE - Brest this afternoon when he sailed the ULTIM Actual Ultim 3 across the finish line off Brest at 14:08:21hrs UTC.
by Arkea Ultim Challenge - Brest
Posted 12 Mar 04:05 NZDT