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Nurture the roots to enjoy the fruit
Local and top-end sailing is connected
© Mark Jardine
Hong Kong Waszp Nationals 2021
11 boats, 9 races, and only 1 point in it
© Guy Nowell
World Sailing's double problem
IOC concerns on Paris 2024 Mixed Offshore Event
© Paul Wyeth / pwpictures.com
Tom Slingsby & Kyle Langford on their F50 capsize
"We owe our American mates a few beers for that!"
© SailGP
IOC puts World Sailing on 6 weeks notice
Over Paris 2024 Olympic events line-up
© World Sailing
SailGP: Human performance elevates innovation
SailGP: Human performance elevates innovation
Rolex has partnered the sporting league since its inaugural season
The much-anticipated Season 2 of SailGP, the global championship that has redefined sailing, commences in Bermuda on 24 April.
by Quinag
Posted 23 Apr 03:36 HKT
Maserati wins Cowes to Dinard match race
Maserati wins Cowes to Dinard match race
New record set at an average of 30.59 knots, beating PowerPlay by 4 minutes
Maserati Multi 70 and Giovanni Soldini triumphed in the duel against Peter Cunningham's MOD 70 PowerPlay and conquered the Channel Record. They set sail off Cowes (UK) at 9:13:40 GMT and they crossed the finish line off Dinard (FR) at 13:44:29 GMT.
by Negri Firman
Posted 22 Apr 22:43 HKT
Modern Analytics for Racing Sailors
Modern Analytics for Racing Sailors
Sixty days free with Njord Analytics & Cyclops Marine
Cyclops Marine has collaborated with Njord Analytics to offer Cyclops customers an additional thirty-day free trial of Njord Analytics and Njord Player (on top of the existing thirty-day free trial already offered).
by Cyclops Marine
Posted 22 Apr 22:00 HKT
The Ocean Race announces climate change initiative
The Ocean Race announces climate change initiative
Aiming to make its next round-the-world race in 2022-23 climate positive
The sailing event, known as the greatest test of a team in sport, is announcing the move as part of an ambitious climate change initiative and a key part of its work to protect and restore the seas.
by The Ocean Race
Posted 22 Apr 20:18 HKT
Measuring the world's water
Measuring the world's water
What is sea level data and how is it collected?
The creation of ocean current maps depend on the measurement of sea level, which is the base level for measuring elevation and depth on Earth.
by Tidetech
Posted 22 Apr 18:55 HKT
Search added to the Boat Timer app
Search added to the Boat Timer app
To make running those busy races a little easier
The app for timing club races has been updated to include a search facility to make running those busy races a little easier.
by Ian Cherrill
Posted 22 Apr 18:32 HKT
B&G release its NOS 20.2 software update
B&G release its NOS 20.2 software update
Improved radar screen for clearer viewing among top new features
B&G®, the world's leading sailing navigation and instrument specialist, released its Navico® Operating System (NOS) 20.2 software update in April, complete with several new radar features, display updates and integration capabilities
by B&G
Posted 22 Apr 17:20 HKT
IOC makes landmark move into virtual sports
IOC makes landmark move into virtual sports
Sailing is part of the first-ever Olympic Virtual Series
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) will partner with five International Sports Federations (IFs) and game publishers to produce the Olympic Virtual Series (OVS), the first-ever, Olympic-licensed event for physical and non-physical virtual sports.
by International Olympic Committee
Posted 22 Apr 16:42 HKT
Pump it up! Allen's mainsheet roller fairlead
Pump it up! Allen's mainsheet roller fairlead
Designed to remove friction and give you back control of the rope
Pump it up with the mainsheet roller fairlead. Designed to remove friction and give you back control of the rope.
by Allen
Posted 22 Apr 15:15 HKT
PowerPlay set for Maserati match race
PowerPlay set for Maserati match race
Attempting the Cowes - Dinard world record today
Peter Cunningham's MOD70 PowerPlay is set for a world record attempt Cowes - Dinard today, Thursday 22 April 2021.T he current record for the 138 nautical mile course is held by MOD70 Phaedo 3 at just 4 hrs 48 mins 57 secs.
by PowerPlay Racing
Posted 22 Apr 14:41 HKT
ILCA European Continental Qualification day 3
ILCA European Continental Qualification day 3
Qualifying series concludes in Vilamoura
The qualifying series concluded Wednesday at the ILCA European Continental Qualification event in Vilamoura, so sailors will be racing in Gold and Silver fleets from Thursday.
by Jon Emmett
Posted 22 Apr 14:07 HKT
Live Ocean livery revealed on new F50
Live Ocean livery revealed on new F50
Live Ocean is the kiwi NZSailGP team's charity partner and carrying the supersized Live Ocean logo
On Tuesday, the New Zealand SailGP Team launched its brand new F50, Amokura, in Bermuda, ahead of the first event of the season this weekend. Live Ocean is the kiwi NZSailGP team's charity partner and carrying the supersized Live Ocean logo on the wing.
by Live Ocean Charitable Trust
Posted 22 Apr 13:54 HKT
Strong winds delay first outing for NZSailGP
Strong winds delay first outing for NZSailGP
Strong winds in Bermuda prevented the NZSailGP team from test sailing their new F50
New Zealand SailGP Team co-CEOs Peter Burling and Blair Tuke have credited the extraordinary work of the entire team in getting the brand new F50 ready in time for the season-opening Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess this weekend.
by James Rigby, NZSailGP
Posted 22 Apr 08:33 HKT
Team Childhood I to enter The Ocean Race Europe
Team Childhood I to enter The Ocean Race Europe
Swedish - Dutch joint venture sets sail to keep children safe from violence and sexual abuse
With a star ensemble of Dutch pro-sailors and young talents Team Childhood I will enter The Ocean Race Europe. The Swedish - Dutch joint venture sets sail to raise awareness for and keep children safe from violence and sexual abuse.
by Team Childhood I
Posted 21 Apr 23:25 HKT
ACHof: Induction of Peter Montgomery and Ed Baird
ACHof: Induction of Peter Montgomery and Ed Baird
America's Cup Hall of Fame: Induction of Peter Montgomery and Ed Baird
On March 19, 2021, just a couple of days after the Emirates Team New Zealand successfully defended the America's Cup, the America's Cup Hall of Fame held an Induction Ceremony to welcome broadcaster PJ Montgomery and America's Cup winner Ed Baird
by Richard Gladwell Sail-World NZ
Posted 21 Apr 22:38 HKT
18ft Skiffs: Julian Bethwaite, Did It All
18ft Skiffs: Julian Bethwaite, Did It All
An incredible record of achievement as a designer, builder and competitor
Julian Bethwaite has an incredible record of achievement in 18ft Skiff Racing as a designer, builder and competitor in both the northern and southern hemispheres.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 21 Apr 22:34 HKT
Sail Port Stephens day 3
Sail Port Stephens day 3
Stronger breeze blows results wide open in the Commodores Cup final
"Sunny with winds 15 to 25 km/h becoming light in the late afternoon" was how the official forecasters optimistically described today's weather for Sail Port Stephens. At least they were right about the sunshine...
by Mark Rothfield
Posted 21 Apr 18:40 HKT
ILCA European Continental Qualification day 2
ILCA European Continental Qualification day 2
The battle for the final Tokyo 2020 places continues in Vilamoura
Two new races were added to scores today in Vilamoura, Portugal, where the ILCA European Continental Qualification is being held. This event will deliver the last 4 European spots (2 Men, 2 Women) for the Olympics in Tokyo.
by Jon Emmett
Posted 21 Apr 13:21 HKT
NZSailGP's F50 is launched on nightfall in Bermuda
NZSailGP's F50 is launched on nightfall in Bermuda
NZSailGP, the last of the eight competitors in the 2021 SailGP regatta, launched today in Bermuda
NZSailGP, the last of the eight competitors in the 2021 SailGP regatta, was launched Tuesday, local time in Bermuda just before nightfall. Several of the other F50s had a practice session on the Great Sound in fresh winds of around 20kts.
by Richard Gladwell Sail-World NZ
Posted 21 Apr 10:26 HKT
Sail Port Stephens day 3 preview
Sail Port Stephens day 3 preview
108 boats set to sparkle once again
The final day of the Bannisters Port Stephens Commodore's Cup is here already, and for the third day in a row, the 108 boats will start off the Nelson Bay breakwall in a westerly breeze.
by Nic Douglass
Posted 21 Apr 09:30 HKT
Ocean Race Europe marks a fully-crewed standard
Ocean Race Europe marks a fully-crewed standard
IMOCA and VO65 teams will compete in a race from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean
Some of the best sailors and teams in the world will take up the challenge of The Ocean Race Europe next month, racing in stages from Lorient, France to Genova, Italy.
by The Ocean Race
Posted 21 Apr 03:17 HKT
M-PRO Pure Black Series back in stock
M-PRO Pure Black Series back in stock
Having sold out just 3 weeks after launch
Having sold out just 3 weeks after launch, we are pleased to say that out best-selling M-PRO Pure Black Jacket is now back in stock.
by Henri-Lloyd
Posted 20 Apr 23:31 HKT
M32 European Season starts in Italy
M32 European Season starts in Italy
First 2021 event set for Sanremo in May
The M32 European season will start in Sanremo in May. After the Italian regatta the fleet will head north to Holland and Denmark to return to Italy and Riva del Garda for the European Championship in September this year.
by M32 Class
Posted 20 Apr 23:03 HKT
SailGP will broadcast to 175 territories
SailGP will broadcast to 175 territories
SailGP has announced comprehensive broadcast coverage, with viewers in 175 territories
With the highly anticipated SailGP Season opener less than a week away, the global championship has announced comprehensive broadcast coverage, with viewers in 175 territories globally able to watch the sports pinnacle league, which promises high-speeds,
by SailGP
Posted 20 Apr 22:25 HKT
Japan SailGP Team new signings for Season 2
Japan SailGP Team new signings for Season 2
America's Cup sailors Francesco Bruni and Chris Draper added to star-studded line-up
Japan SailGP Team supercharged its team for SailGP Season 2, announcing the headline signings of Italian sailor and eight-time world champion Francesco Bruni and GB's Chris Draper, who take on the roles of flight controller and wing trimmer respectively.
by Japan SailGP Team
Posted 20 Apr 21:06 HKT
Finnfare celebrates 60 years with April edition
Finnfare celebrates 60 years with April edition
First published in 1961, Finnfare is the legacy of the class
Finnfare has been part of Finn class culture for 60 years. First published in 1961, it has consistently brought Finn sailors the news and views from around the world.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 20 Apr 20:41 HKT
Sail Port Stephens day 2
Sail Port Stephens day 2
The islands have it as Sail Port Stephens fleet heads offshore
The 2021 Sail Port Stephens regatta switched to island time today for Race 2 of the Commodores Cup, with the fleet heading seawards for a race course where Mother Nature lays the marks - or at least the landmarks.
by Mark Rothfield
Posted 20 Apr 19:21 HKT
Solidarity for the united Kiel Week
Solidarity for the united Kiel Week
Everything will be done in compliance with the pandemic rules
Also in 2021 there will be no Kiel Week in the usual format. While the 2020 edition was based on the principle of "sailing first", the main focus in 2021 will be on a united Kiel Week for sailing and festivals.
by Hermann Hell
Posted 20 Apr 19:10 HKT
ILCA European Continental Qualification day 1
ILCA European Continental Qualification day 1
Racing kicks off in Vilamoura, Portugal
Today the racing kicked off in Vilamoura, Portugal at the ILCA Vilamoura European Continental Qualification. Organized by Vilamoura Sailing, this qualifier event is held for European countries to claim their remaining four slots for Tokyo 2020.
by Jon Emmett
Posted 20 Apr 12:25 HKT
Simply stunning Sail Port Stephens
Simply stunning Sail Port Stephens
Over 100 boats set off under spinnaker on the sparkling waters of Nelson Bay
Sail Port Stephens got under way today, with over 100 boats setting off under spinnaker on the sparkling waters of Nelson Bay, right off the break wall.
by Nic Douglass
Posted 20 Apr 03:00 HKT
Nurture the roots to enjoy the fruit
Nurture the roots to enjoy the fruit
The grass roots and professional sides of sailing are connected
Without doubt, my favourite day on the water all year is when I run the first Junior Sailing session of the year at my local club.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 20 Apr 03:00 HKT
Rolex Fastnet Race - More than a race
Rolex Fastnet Race - More than a race
Taking part to experience the challenge, a lifelong ambition, an adventure
While Rolex Fastnet Race will be highly competitive, for many among the record-sized entry of 453 yachts, the objective of tackling the 695 mile course from Cowes to Cherbourg via the legendary rock off southwest Ireland is just to get round successfully.
by James Boyd / RORC
Posted 20 Apr 02:50 HKT
Sail Port Stephens day 1
Sail Port Stephens day 1
From rust to trust as the event enjoys an action-packed start
It was a day to clear the rust, but also to show some trust, as Sail Port Stephens turned on a spectacular opening day for the Bannisters Port Stephens Commodores Cup 2021.
by Mark Rothfield
Posted 19 Apr 19:47 HKT
The Ocean Race Europe to gather data on the seas
The Ocean Race Europe to gather data on the seas
Several teams will carry scientific equipment on board to capture measurements of microplastics
The Ocean Race, the world's toughest test of a team in sport and sailing's greatest round-the-world challenge, will collect vital data about the impact that humans are making on the ocean during its inaugural European Race.
by The Ocean Race
Posted 19 Apr 19:18 HKT
Great Britain SailGP Team confirms Season 2 squad
Great Britain SailGP Team confirms Season 2 squad
Olympic gold medallist Hannah Mills joins the team in Bermuda
With less than one week to go until the start of SailGP Season 2, which commences with the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess April 24-25, the Great Britain SailGP Team has unveiled its squad.
by GBR SailGP Team
Posted 19 Apr 17:14 HKT
New & Back in Stock at Rooster
New & Back in Stock at Rooster
Haul of favourites to get you into a season on the water.
We have some fresh new colours as well as a whole 'back in stock' haul of favourites to get you into a season on the water. 'Tis the season for TEAL, with our latest Long-sleeves Rash Top colourway. You asked for it, we delivered it.
by Rooster
Posted 19 Apr 16:59 HKT
Hong Kong Waszp Nationals 2021
Hong Kong Waszp Nationals 2021
11 boats, 9 races, and only 1 point in it
Eleven competitors, two days, nine races, one RO, two AROs, two mark layers and a photographer. You have to start somewhere with a new class, right?
by Guy Nowell
Posted 19 Apr 16:42 HKT
A new beginning for the 69F Youth Foiling Gold Cup
A new beginning for the 69F Youth Foiling Gold Cup
Project builds momentum with Persico 69F Cup starting in Malcesine
The 69F project builds momentum with Persico 69F Cup starting in Malcesine on the 27th of April and the second act of the Youth Foiling Gold Cup confirmed for August.
by Yuri Nicolussi
Posted 18 Apr 14:04 HKT
Mirpuri Foundation Ocean Award announced
Mirpuri Foundation Ocean Award announced
Recognising excellence in the scientific community
The Mirpuri Foundation Ocean Award is created to recognise excellence in the scientific community and reward the most innovative projects designed to positively impact the health of our oceans.
by Mirpuri Foundation
Posted 17 Apr 21:46 HKT
Ocean Globe Race set to be world's biggest ever
Ocean Globe Race set to be world's biggest ever
25 entrants from 17 countries already signed, 34 expected
The 2023 Ocean Globe Race (OGR) will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the original 1973 Whitbread, the first ever fully crewed race, around the world.
by Don McIntyre
Posted 17 Apr 14:52 HKT