Route du Rhum, J/70 North Americans, Stars Route du Rhum, J/70 North Americans, Stars David Schmidt's thoughts on the latest events in sailing While mainstream news in North America is dominated by the U.S. mid-term elections, news from the sailing world is being driven by the Route du Rhum, which is taking 115 singlehanded sailors across roughly 3,542 nautical miles of North Atlantic brine. by David Schmidt Posted 3 Nov 10:00 PST Thomas Ruyant has been watching the tracker Thomas Ruyant has been watching the tracker Ex-winner of Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe interviewed Thomas Ruyant, who won the Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe in the IMOCA Class four years ago, has been following the dramatic twists and turns of the current race and admits he has been hooked to his Tracker ever since the start on Sunday. by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series Posted 4 Nov 05:05 PST Ultim Maxi Banque Populaire XI capsizes Ultim Maxi Banque Populaire XI capsizes Armel Le Cléac'h reported as fine on board Erwan Steff, Team Manager of Team Banque Populaire, gives an update on the situation following the capsizing of the Maxi Banque Populaire XI. by Voile Banque Populaire Posted 4 Nov 03:06 PST Francesca Clapcich in Route du Rhum - Day 3 Francesca Clapcich in Route du Rhum - Day 3 This morning Francesca was 180 nautical miles behind the IMOCA leader Approaching the end of her third day at sea in the Route du Rhum, Francesca is tempering her joy at having climbed from seventh to third place overall over the last 24 hours with anxiety about what happens next. by Team Francesca Clapcich Posted 4 Nov 01:56 PST AC Recon: Nov 3: Curious call by Kiwis AC Recon: Nov 3: Curious call by Kiwis Emirates Team New Zealand made a curious call on Tuesday ending a test session Emirates Team New Zealand made a curious call on Tuesday, ending a test session after just 3 hours 45 minutes. A perfect seabreeze was blowing. School kids were out sailing. But the America's Cup Defenders were heading home for an early shower. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com Posted 4 Nov 00:55 PST Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe Day 4 Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe Day 4 Morning update: Everyone Has Their Limit Matthieu Perraut capsized yesterday, Tuesday, around 2200hrs. The skipper of the Ocean Fifty Elvest is doing well and is awaiting rescue, 400 miles north of the Azores. by Andi Robertson Posted 4 Nov 00:50 PST Beck returns to InfoTrack for another shot Beck returns to InfoTrack for another shot Christian Beck's 100-foot maxi will contest the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Tech firm InfoTrack has reclaimed naming rights of Christian Beck's two-time Line Honours winning 100-foot maxi and announced a new charity partnership and star ambassador at a major launch ahead of the 2026 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. by Cruising Yacht Club of Australia Posted 3 Nov 20:18 PST Not done yet! Not done yet! Bring on the 2026 Sydney to Hobart. One Skipper is really keen to get amongst it once more... By any means, as it turns out. So what keeps a person coming back to a race that will, given half a chance, belt the bejesus out of you for the better part of two days when you are part of the pointy end of the fleet? Ask Christian Beck by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor Posted 3 Nov 15:00 PST Antigua welcomes 44Cup to its 2027 Calendar Antigua welcomes 44Cup to its 2027 Calendar Antigua and Barbuda Yachting and Marine Association will host two events ABYMA welcomes the exciting announcement that the prestigious international 44Cup racing circuit will stage two events in Antigua in 2027, further strengthening an already impressive calendar of international yachting and marine events. by Antigua and Barbuda Marine Association Posted 3 Nov 13:41 PST From Port Phillip Bay to World Championship start From Port Phillip Bay to World Championship start Warren Campbell's rebuilt J/24 will reach its home worlds this week After a capsize in gusts of more than 35 knots and a week underwater, Warren Campbell's rebuilt J/24 will reach its home World Championship after only a handful of training days together. by Carina Tomietto Posted 3 Nov 10:30 PST Seldén launches Furlex 104TD Seldén launches Furlex 104TD A through-deck jib furling system for keelboats and small yachts Seldén is expanding its Furlex range with the launch of the new Furlex 104TD, a high-end furling system featuring precision-machined components in hard-anodised aluminium. by Seldén Mast Posted 3 Nov 09:00 PST Charles Caudrelier turns back towards Lorient Charles Caudrelier turns back towards Lorient Maxi Edmond de Rothschild damaged the port foil in Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe Today, following major damage to the 32-metre trimaran's port foil, the defending Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe champion has been forced to turn back and head for the team's technical base in Lorient. by Gitana Team Posted 3 Nov 08:59 PST Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe day 3 Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe day 3 Tom Laperche is setting a pace which Armel Le Cléac'h struggled to match today With the first big transition zone of the race behind them the ocean giants of Route du Rhum Destination Guadeloupe, the Ultim class, are making rapid progress on a southwesterly course. by La Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe Posted 3 Nov 07:17 PST A+T 500 series Wind Sensors A+T 500 series Wind Sensors Highest accuracy and faster response Every single aspect of the design has been studied to understand what makes for the best wind sensor, and how to deliver that information to sailors, be that using their existing processors and displays, or using A+T's own market-leading options. by Mark Jardine Posted 3 Nov 04:30 PST New PredictWind features added to Climate Data New PredictWind features added to Climate Data Built on 10 years of ECMWF data, the updates help sailors pick the best months for a passage and all PredictWind, the marine weather forecaster trusted by more than a million sailors and mariners worldwide, has added two new features to Climate Data, its tool for exploring historical weather patterns. by Casey Hodges/Predictwind Posted 3 Nov 02:43 PST Francesca Clapcich in Route du Rhum - Day 2 Francesca Clapcich in Route du Rhum - Day 2 Holding seventh place in the IMOCA fleet Approaching the final hours of her second day at sea in the 13th edition of the Route du Rhum, Francesca is holding seventh place in the IMOCA fleet and is on a southwesterly heading about 600 miles north-northeast of Ponta Delgada in the Azores. by Team Francesca Clapcich Posted 3 Nov 02:01 PST Race management, reimagined: sponsor visibility Race management, reimagined: sponsor visibility What if your racecourse could do more than guide the fleet? MarkSetBot's large, inflatable topsides are designed to stand out on the water, even in changing conditions. That same visibility creates another opportunity: bringing club identities, event branding, and sponsor logos directly onto the racecourse. by MarkSetBot Posted 3 Nov 01:00 PST Doyle Sails announce two key appointments Doyle Sails announce two key appointments Emma Hendy moves into CEO role as Doyle Sails strengthens its Leadership Team Emma Hendy moves from Chief Commercial Officer to lead the business, as Doyle Sails strengthens its Leadership Team and appoints James Sandall as Chief Financial Officer. by Danielle Burridge/Doyle Sails Posted 3 Nov 00:54 PST Route du Rhum: Gitana 18 damaged Route du Rhum: Gitana 18 damaged The team is reporting that the Ultim 105ft foiling trimaran, Gitana 18 has suffered foil damage. The Gitana team is reporting that the Ultim 105ft foiling trimaran, Gitana 18 has suffered foil damage in the Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe. The Gitana shore team is assessing the damage. by Gitana Team Posted 2 Nov 23:39 PST Fresh Vaikobi drops. Ready for action. Fresh Vaikobi drops. Ready for action. Versatile new 55L surf bucket and all-weather lightweight jacket just launched We've just launched a versatile new 55L surf bucket, an all-weather lightweight jacket, 4 colours in our quick-connect leg leash, and upgraded race backpack. by Vaikobi Posted 2 Nov 21:43 PST New York Yacht Club Claims 111th Lipton Cup New York Yacht Club Claims 111th Lipton Cup Victory secured after a hard-fought final day New York Yacht Club, skippered by Lance Fraser, claimed the 111th Challenge for the Sir Thomas Lipton Cup on Sunday, November 1, following three days of competitive racing on San Diego Bay. by Karina Sandhu, SDYC Posted 2 Nov 16:12 PST AC Recon Oct 30: Night sailing at Naples AC Recon Oct 30: Night sailing at Naples La Roche-Posay Racing Team sailed B1 off Naples for a short late afternoon session, the day after th After a rig setup session, on the previous day, Thursday, La Roche-Posay Racing Team took to the Golfo di Napoli, late in the day, before a contrary breeze became established. Also coverage of the rig check session. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World Posted 2 Nov 14:56 PST NC State made history at College Sailing Nationals NC State made history at College Sailing Nationals The Wolfpack finished third overall at the 2026 Kennedy Cup The NC State University Sailing Team made program history this weekend, earning its first-ever podium finish at a collegiate sailing national championship. by Dana Magliola Posted 2 Nov 13:30 PST Bayview Mackinac Race introduces new course Bayview Mackinac Race introduces new course Fleet to sail from Port Huron to Mackinac for first time since 100th Race The Bayview Yacht Club Board of Governors and Mackinac Race Authority announced a new course for next summer's Bayview Mackinac Race, which starts Saturday, July 10, 2027. by Bayview Mackinac Race Posted 2 Nov 13:09 PST Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe day 2 Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe day 2 Francis Joyon has capsized, and Quentin Le Nabour has been dismasted Francis Joyon has capsized aboard his ORMA trimaran, Océans. According to initial reports, the skipper has confirmed that he is uninjured. A rescue operation—coordinated with the race committee—has been launched by La Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe Posted 2 Nov 11:49 PST 2027 World Sailing Championships Gdynia NoR 2027 World Sailing Championships Gdynia NoR This Notice of Race provides athletes, coaches, and Member National Authorities with essential info World Sailing has officially published the Notice of Race for the 2027 World Sailing Championships, set to take place in the city of Gdynia, Poland, in July 2027. by World Sailing Posted 2 Nov 10:36 PST València and RCNV awarded the 2028 ORC Worlds València and RCNV awarded the 2028 ORC Worlds A major sporting and organisational challenge València and the Real Club Náutico de Valencia (RCNV) have been selected to host the 2028 ORC World Championship, one of the major international events in offshore and inshore yacht racing. by Pep Portas Posted 2 Nov 10:31 PST Forestay versus Backstay Forestay versus Backstay The key to upwind performance, explained by Cyclops Marine When it comes to upwind performance, getting your rig setup right is fundamental to achieving optimal sail shape. Two of the most important loads to understand are forestay and backstay. by Cyclops Marine Posted 2 Nov 09:00 PST The Football World Cup in Sailing hits Rio beaches The Football World Cup in Sailing hits Rio beaches 40 national teams, Olympic champions and some of the world's best sailors heading to Brasil On Sunday and Monday, three SSL47 racing yachts sailed past the iconic beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon, while an aircraft towing a giant promotional banner announced the upcoming SSL Gold Cup 2026. by SSL Gold Cup Posted 2 Nov 08:49 PST Eastern Seaboard Regatta 2026 Eastern Seaboard Regatta 2026 Royal Varuna YC was transformed into a vibrant cultural hub Long before the starting horn echoed over the Gulf of Thailand, the beach at the Royal Varuna Yacht Club transformed into a vibrant cultural hub. by Carlo Pagano Posted 2 Nov 07:21 PST J/70 North American Championship 2026 J/70 North American Championship 2026 Annapolis YC members have much to celebrate Annapolis native James Golden has won the 2026 J/70 North American Championship aboard Sagara, sailing alongside his father, Jim Golden, Willem van Waay and Steve Hunt. by Hannah Noll Posted 2 Nov 06:18 PST One generation hands the baton to the next One generation hands the baton to the next Youth development platform organises team to compete at J/24 World Championship A volunteer-led rebuild, Epigen's sails and entry support, and a Youth Selection Regatta win have given five young Victorian sailors a place on the world stage. by Carina Tomietto Posted 2 Nov 05:17 PST Francesca Clapcich in Route du Rhum - Day 1 Francesca Clapcich in Route du Rhum - Day 1 11th Hour Racing skipper sounded a little disappointed to have lost position slightly After her first night at sea onboard 11th Hour Racing, Francesca is holding eighth place in the 22-strong IMOCA fleet, as she continues downwind at a position about 100 nm southwest of the Fastnet Rock on the southwest tip of Ireland. by Team Francesca Clapcich Posted 2 Nov 02:24 PST Star Worlds ready to take centre stage in Miami Star Worlds ready to take centre stage in Miami World Champions, Olympic medalists and more prepare for competition at Coral Reef YC In one week, the first warning signal will sound on Biscayne Bay as the 2026 Star World Championship Presented by Schoonmaker gets under way in Miami. An impressive fleet of 97 teams representing 17 nations is preparing to compete. by ISCYRA Posted 2 Nov 02:06 PST Sardinia Team Race Worlds 2026 overall Sardinia Team Race Worlds 2026 overall France retains title after exciting final day in Cagliari France claims its second consecutive OpenSkiff Team Racing world title in Cagliari, defeating Italy 1 of Lega Navale del Sulcis in the final. The Italian team had secured its place by overcoming round robin frontrunners Poland 2 in the semifinals. by Elena Giolai Posted 2 Nov 00:26 PST Spectacular Start to the Route du Rhum Spectacular Start to the Route du Rhum Our video of the action plus the Monday morning fleet update It was a picture-perfect start in bright Autumn sunshine off Saint Malo as the 115-boat fleet started the 3,542 nautical mile Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe on Sunday 1st November at 1.02pm French time. by Mark Jardine Posted 1 Nov 23:38 PST AC Recon: Oct 31: Kiwis have a ripper AC Recon: Oct 31: Kiwis have a ripper On Saturday, ETNZ raced around the Back Paddock in marginal racing conditions. We've seen Emirates Team NZ sail their AC75, now sold to Team Australia, training alone in these conditions ahead of the 2021 America's Cup - and from the photoboat, it was an impressive display of speed and control. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com Posted 1 Nov 19:03 PST Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe start Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe start Favourites in front after sunny downwind departure from Saint Malo After a picture perfect start in bright Autumn sunshine and light, favourable winds off Saint Malo in Northern Brittany it is many of the pre-race favourites who are leading the 115 boat Route du Rhum Destination Guadeloupe fleet. by La Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe Posted 1 Nov 10:16 PST Team Malizia's Boris Herrmann is Off Team Malizia's Boris Herrmann is Off A clean start in the 13th Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe Under sunny skies and light winds, Team Malizia skipper Boris Herrmann took a clean start in the 13th Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe. The race from Saint-Malo to Pointe-à-Pitre is expected to take the IMOCA fleet around 10-12 days. by Team Malizia Posted 1 Nov 09:25 PST Francesca Clapcich sets off on Route du Rhum Francesca Clapcich sets off on Route du Rhum The Italian-American skipper is one of 22 sailors in the IMOCA fleet At 1302 CET (1202 UTC) Francesca Clapcich crossed the start line of the 13th edition of the Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe, the solo transatlantic race. by Team Francesca Clapcich Posted 1 Nov 08:40 PST