AC Recon 23-26 Oct: French are the biggest catch AC Recon 23-26 Oct: French are the biggest catch La Roch-Posay Racing Team caught some fishing gear off Naples, during a sailing session on Monday La Roch-Posay Racing Team caught a fishing net off Naples, during a sailing session on Friday. The sailing session continued after the gear was cleared from the foil, the Recon Unit did not report any damage when the AC75 was hauled. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World Posted 27 Oct 22:13 PDT 2026 Don Trask International Masters Regatta 2026 Don Trask International Masters Regatta Scott Harris Claims Victory at San Diego Yacht Club Skipper Scott Harris of Coronado Yacht Club, along with crew Gary Weisman, Chuck Sinks, Jon Rogers, Al Pleskus, and Peter Van Waay, emerged victorious at the 2026 Don Trask International Masters Regatta, holding off a talented fleet of 12 skippers. by Karina Sandhu, SDYC Posted 27 Oct 17:35 PDT Star Class North American Championship Day 1 Star Class North American Championship Day 1 Jack Jennings and Phil Trinter take the early lead The 2026 Star North American Championship got off to an exciting start today, with two races completed in excellent conditions and Jack Jennings and Phil Trinter (USA) delivering a flawless performance to take the early lead. by ISCYRA Posted 27 Oct 17:23 PDT RSHYR 2026 | Tribeca Loyal Launch RSHYR 2026 | Tribeca Loyal Launch Anthony Bell launched his new charity campaign raising funds for the Loyal Foundation at Woolwich Do Anthony Bell launched his new charity campaign raising funds for the Loyal Foundation at Woolwich Dock. Guests included John Bertrand, Layne Beachley and Larry Emdur. Olympic gold medallist Tom Slingsby will be the sailing captain by Bow Caddy Media Posted 27 Oct 16:29 PDT Ones to Watch at the RS21 Worlds Ones to Watch at the RS21 Worlds Forty entries, 14 countries, 160+ sailors. Forty entries, 14 countries, 160+ sailors. The RS21 World Championship 2026 at Cannes Yacht Club is set to be one seriously competitive showdown! With some big names on the list, the competition is heating up... by RS Sailing Posted 27 Oct 11:03 PDT There's something magic about the Route du Rhum There's something magic about the Route du Rhum Italian-American skipper Francesca Clapcich prepares for Sunday's start She's a newcomer to the Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe, but it has not taken the Italian-American skipper Francesca Clapcich long to understand what makes this four-yearly solo classic transatlantic sprint so special. by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series Posted 27 Oct 09:44 PDT Who is maintaining the boat? Who is maintaining the boat? I was fascinated by John Curnow's recent editorial 'Who is sailing the boat?' I was fascinated by John Curnow's recent editorial 'Who is sailing the boat?' where he asked the question about whether sailing is becoming a purely technological battle, replacing the skills needed by a human to helm a yacht at the best speed. by Mark Jardine Posted 27 Oct 09:00 PDT What If Your Racecourse Could Move With the Wind? What If Your Racecourse Could Move With the Wind? Every Race Committee knows the problem. You set the course. The wind shifts. Every Race Committee knows the problem. You set the course. The wind shifts. And suddenly the racecourse you carefully established isn't the racecourse you intended. by MarkSetBot Posted 27 Oct 07:46 PDT 4 winners, one Rhum: their perspectives on Class40 4 winners, one Rhum: their perspectives on Class40 A Route du Rhum fleet that promises another great battle They know the Route du Rhum like the back of their hand. They have all won it, each in their own time, each with their own boat and their own story. by Class40 Posted 27 Oct 06:49 PDT A+T Instruments HFD5 A+T Instruments HFD5 The latest addition to A+T Instruments full colour display range The HFD5 is the latest addition to A+T Instruments full colour display range. Designed as a drop-in upgrade for the discontinued B&G H5000 Graphic Display, the HFD5 fits directly into the existing H5000 display cut-out and mounting arrangement. by Mark Jardine Posted 27 Oct 05:30 PDT Pietro Negri Interview Pietro Negri Interview Pathways, Retention, and the Pivotal Olympic Decision Pietro Negri is one of the most knowledgeable and highly respected figures in the Italian sailing industry, and has a unique insight into what is happening at clubs, within classes, and to the sport as a whole. by Mark Jardine Posted 27 Oct 02:00 PDT Pro Men's Race gets underway at the Aloha Classic Pro Men's Race gets underway at the Aloha Classic Perfect, peeling waves and a late breeze deliver a surf-style masterclass on day two Morgan Noireaux (USA, Neil Pryde JP), Marcilio Browne (Brazil, Goya) and Antoine Martin (Guadaloupe, Goya Quatro) claimed heat wins as the Pro Men's division got under way at the Aloha Classic today. by World Windsurf Tour Posted 27 Oct 01:33 PDT Bell launches Comanche as Tribeca LOYAL Bell launches Comanche as Tribeca LOYAL For 2026 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Arguably the fastest monohull on the planet, the legendary Comanche has tacked back into Australian waters, returning as Anthony Bell's Tribeca LOYAL with sights set on Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Line Honours. by Cruising Yacht Club of Australia Posted 27 Oct 01:19 PDT Crotone and Riva Del Garda join forces Crotone and Riva Del Garda join forces Two major regattas, one shared alliance for youth sailing Two regattas, two regions, one shared passion. A new partnership is being established between the BPER International Carnival Race, organised by Club Velico Crotone, and the Garda Optimist Meeting, organised by Fraglia della Vela Riva. by Club Velico Crotone Posted 26 Oct 22:55 PDT A race that gets under your skin A race that gets under your skin Sailors line up for the 10th Melbourne Osaka Yacht Race With entries for the 10th Melbourne to Osaka Yacht Race set to be capped, more than 125 expressions of interest from 12 countries signal strong international demand for a race that stays with sailors long after they cross the finish line. by Melbourne Osaka Media Posted 26 Oct 22:50 PDT Class40 in the Route du Rhum Class40 in the Route du Rhum The biggest class has sailors with ambitions at every level With 49 solo skippers set to line up Sunday off Saint-Malo, Class40s make up the biggest fleet in the Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe 2026. by La Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe Posted 26 Oct 10:34 PDT Charles Caudrelier, the defending champion Charles Caudrelier, the defending champion Winner of the 2022 Route du Rhum–Destination Guadeloupe Winner of the 2022 Route du Rhum–Destination Guadeloupe aboard the Maxi Edmond de Rothschild, Gitana 17, and holder of the race record of 6 days, 19 hours, 47 minutes and 25 seconds, Charles Caudrelier is preparing to defend his title. by Gitana Team Posted 26 Oct 09:02 PDT IRC Congress Sets Direction for the Years Ahead IRC Congress Sets Direction for the Years Ahead Representatives share experience and agree future direction of the rating rule The IRC Congress in London brought together delegates from the international sailing community. The annual meeting provides an important opportunity for IRC representatives to share experience from their regions, consider developments affecting the sport. by RORC Rating Office Posted 26 Oct 08:46 PDT 2026 World Sailing Awards finalists revealed 2026 World Sailing Awards finalists revealed An exceptional selection of world champions, round-the-world record holders, rising stars & pioneers World Sailing is proud to announce the finalists for this year's male and female Rolex World Sailor of the Year, male and female Young World Sailor of the Year, 11th Hour Racing Impact Award and Team of the Year. by World Sailing Posted 26 Oct 08:41 PDT Francesco Bruni joins Tudor Team Alinghi Francesco Bruni joins Tudor Team Alinghi A major addition to its sailing team for the 38th America's Cup in Naples Tudor Team Alinghi today announces a major addition to its sailing team for the 38th America's Cup in Naples in 2027. Italian helmsman Francesco Bruni joins the Swiss challenger. by Tudor Team Alinghi Posted 26 Oct 08:14 PDT GT60 Sea Trials, Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale Lineup GT60 Sea Trials, Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale Lineup The GT60 will be showcased at Pier Sixty-Six, Dock B alongside the Palm Beach 70 The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, October 28–November 1, brings an exciting addition to our lineup: the opportunity to step aboard the Palm Beach GT60 for an exclusive sea trial. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 26 Oct 07:30 PDT Certified safety, made to perform Certified safety, made to perform Zhik buoyancy aids, from the Active to the Racecut Certified safety, in a PFD built to perform. From the Active to the Racecut, each delivers 50N of buoyancy in a sleek, streamlined shape that keeps arms and shoulders free to move, with an ergonomic fit that stays put through every manoeuvre. by Zhik Posted 26 Oct 03:00 PDT AC Recon: Oct 22-27 - End of block for Luna Rossa AC Recon: Oct 22-27 - End of block for Luna Rossa "We're going to extend the bow a couple of metres and make the stern wider," Sirena quipped.. "Today is the last day of this block, and then we're going to stop for a few weeks of work on the boat. We're going to extend the bow a couple of metres and make the stern wider. So it's good," Sirena quipped. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World Posted 26 Oct 02:26 PDT GKA Freestyle Kite World Cup Ilha do Guajiru wrap GKA Freestyle Kite World Cup Ilha do Guajiru wrap Maxime Chabloz and Bruna Kajiya crowned champions The GKA Kite World Tour returned to Ilha do Guajiru, Brazil, for the final stop of the 2026 season. The tour last visited in 2020, and the spot has developed a lot in the years since. by Gemma Hamaini Posted 25 Oct 13:15 PDT Vintage multis in the Route du Rhum Vintage multis in the Route du Rhum A long lasting love affair A love for multihulls isn't always easy to explain. It's often a case of love at first sight—intense, sometimes heart-wrenching, with breakups that sting—yet here we some pairings reconcile, staying together for a lifetime! by La Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe Posted 25 Oct 10:57 PDT Henri-Lloyd and Spinlock launch Lifejacket Range Henri-Lloyd and Spinlock launch Lifejacket Range Bringing Advanced Protection and Comfort to Sailors Range combines Henri-Lloyd's technical sailing expertise with Spinlock's specialist flotation technology to deliver high-performance protection on the water. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 25 Oct 09:44 PDT Yacht Racing Forum: One month to go Yacht Racing Forum: One month to go Set to reassemble the international sailing industry once again In a month, the Yacht Racing Forum will bring together leading figures from across the international sailing and yacht racing industry for two days of conferences, debate, networking and business. by Yacht Racing Forum Posted 25 Oct 08:09 PDT Your Sails Work Hard. Return The Favor. Your Sails Work Hard. Return The Favor. Let North Sails service experts give back to your sails Every tack, every gust and every hour in the sun takes something out of your sails. Let North Sails service experts bring it back: truer shape, longer life and more confidence every time you head out. by North Sails Posted 25 Oct 05:00 PDT 18ft Skiff SIXT Spring Championship Race 3 18ft Skiff SIXT Spring Championship Race 3 A strong North East wind on Sydney Harbour proved more than a handful for most of the new teams The close racing of the first two weeks was missing in Race 3 of the SIXT Spring Championship when a strong North East wind on Sydney Harbour proved more than a handful for most of the new, young teams in the fleet today. by Frank Quealey Posted 25 Oct 02:08 PDT Upgraded 36L Race Backpack Upgraded 36L Race Backpack Race backpacks have been upgraded with bold new look. From the car park to the start line, the Vaikobi Race Backpack is built for anyone who carries a lot and needs it all protected. by Vaikobi Posted 25 Oct 01:00 PDT America's Cup: Chasing the significant seconds America's Cup: Chasing the significant seconds Emirates Team New Zealand designers talk about various aspects of developing the repurposed AC75 Four members of the Emirates Team NZ design team talk about the nuances of chasing design and speed gains in the AC75s and how the trade-offs are still relevant as previously in monohulls, but now rely heavily on computer judgement of gains. by Emirates Team Posted 24 Oct 17:30 PDT Ocean Fifty: A battle between the generations? Ocean Fifty: A battle between the generations? The Ocean Fifty Route du Rhum fleet features fast, light multihulls designed to a 'box rule' Next Sunday, November 1st, when the Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe solo race between Saint-Malo and Guadeloupe gets under way, 115 skippers will set sail, divided into six boat classes. by La Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe Posted 24 Oct 11:05 PDT Nacra Cup València 2026 Overall Nacra Cup València 2026 Overall Mateo Majdalani and Eugenia Bosco win by a single point Argentina's Mateo Majdalani and Eugenia Bosco have won the Nacra València Cup, held in the waters off València since Wednesday, 21 October, and organised by the Real Club Náutico de Valencia. by Pep Portas / RCNV Posted 24 Oct 10:14 PDT Rolex Middle Sea Race 2026 - Drawn to compete Rolex Middle Sea Race 2026 - Drawn to compete An international fleet of 107 yachts, crewed by 945 sailors from 55 countries took part The 2026 edition of the Rolex Middle Sea Race, the 47th in the race's storied history, delivered a compelling demonstration of teamwork, endurance, tactical acumen and human endeavour. It also highlighted why crews are drawn to return each year. by Quinag Posted 24 Oct 09:07 PDT Register for 2027 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Register for 2027 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta It's the perfect time to commit to another unforgettable week of classic yachting in Antigua If you love classic yachts, great sailing and good times with a group of passionate sailors, it's time to start making plans for the 37th Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta! by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Posted 24 Oct 07:26 PDT Freestyle Legends Bermuda 2027 preview Freestyle Legends Bermuda 2027 preview World Champion Kiteboarding heading to Bermuda Freestyle Legends is preparing an international celebration of kiteboarding in Bermuda from February 2-7, 2027, with competition and ticketed event experiences scheduled for February 3-7. by Freestyle Legends Tour Posted 24 Oct 07:05 PDT 44Cup visiting two new island venues in 2027 44Cup visiting two new island venues in 2027 2027 will mark a special birthday of the circuit 2027 will mark a special birthday of the circuit for the world's leading high performance owner-driver one designs - the 44Cup. by 44Cup Posted 24 Oct 05:56 PDT Don't grin and bear it Don't grin and bear it One sailor's account of having a total knee replacement Dinghy sailing is captivating, whether pottering or racing. It is also hard on our knees. Although there is no published data comparing sailors with the general public, RYA data attributes 30% of reported sailing incidents to knee injuries. by Crispin Taylor Posted 24 Oct 03:52 PDT Globe40 Interview - Manfred Ramspacher Globe40 Interview - Manfred Ramspacher Looking back on the success of previous edition and discussing the event's future development The Globe40 is steadily establishing itself as a major fixture on the offshore sailing calendar, combining sporting competition, human adventure and an international outlook. by Sirius Events Posted 24 Oct 03:29 PDT Severe South Atlantic Storm for McIntyre GGR Fleet Severe South Atlantic Storm for McIntyre GGR Fleet With the first major impacts expected from Sunday Gales, calms, equipment failures and now a major South Atlantic storm reshape the race as the fleet races towards the Southern Ocean challenge. by Golden Global Race Posted 23 Oct 23:23 PDT