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Six handpicked items as his top recommendations This month, Carl has once again handpicked six items as his top recommendations, each carefully inspected and rated 8/10 or higher. by Sail Exchange Posted 30 Aug 16:57 AEST 2026 ILCA 7 Men's Worlds Day 5 2026 ILCA 7 Men's Worlds Day 5 Elliot Hanson Grabs the Lead as the Top 10 is set for the Final Races The Elimination Series concluded on Saturday at the 2026 ILCA 7 Men's World Championship after eleven races for the top ten sailors, who will compete for the medals tomorrow in the Final Series. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 30 Aug 15:24 AEST 52 Super Series Royal Cup Puerto Calero overall 52 Super Series Royal Cup Puerto Calero overall Platoon Aviation win Royal Cup for a fourth time, dream second place for Brazil's Crioula team While Harm Müller-Spreer's German flagged Platoon Aviation ran away with the regatta title, Eduardo and Renato Plass and their tightly knit Crioula team from Brazil's Valeros do Sul YC in Porto Alegre secured a dream second place. by 52 Super Series Posted 30 Aug 05:32 AEST Melges 24 Pre-Worlds Regatta kicks off Melges 24 Pre-Worlds Regatta kicks off The final road to Harbor Springs Melges 24 Worlds begins today It is a truly international Melges 24 weekend. While Europe's leading teams are arriving in Tønsberg, Norway, for next week's Melges 24 European Championship, the spotlight in North America turns to Little Traverse Bay, where racing begins today. by International Melges 24 Class Association Posted 30 Aug 04:16 AEST Public tribute to celebrate Charlie Dalin Public tribute to celebrate Charlie Dalin On Tuesday, September 15th in Concarneau A lively and musical public tribute will celebrate the memory of Charlie Dalin on Tuesday, September 15th in Concarneau. by Hommage à Charlie Dalin Posted 29 Aug 22:59 AEST OCIUS Youth Match Racing Championship 2026 day 1 OCIUS Youth Match Racing Championship 2026 day 1 CYCA team sets the pace after opening day The opening day of the 2026 OCIUS New South Wales Youth Match Racing Championship has delivered a tight battle at the top of the leaderboard, with James Hayhoe and Craig Wright finishing Day 1 locked on equal points at the CYCA. by Jordan Reece Posted 29 Aug 19:08 AEST 2026 SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week Day 2 2026 SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week Day 2 New winners on another glamour day Superb sailing conditions and post racing fun continued on Day 2 at SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week (SMIRW) and better still, the day produced new winners in every division, in spite of conditions being similar to yesterday's. by Di Pearson/SMIRW media Posted 29 Aug 18:00 AEST BCM highlights from HIRW 2026 BCM highlights from HIRW 2026 Sheep in the paddock for the whole regatta. No wonder people thought it was good... Hamilton Island Race Week 2026 was a memorable one indeed! Big breezes on every day bar the last, which turned on much-needed classic light airs, sunshine and flat seas, just when many were thinking they couldn't manage another day of heavy air racing. by Bow Caddy Media Posted 29 Aug 14:40 AEST AC Recon: Aug 28 - Burling coy on rudder AC Recon: Aug 28 - Burling coy on rudder Skipper Peter Burling reflects after 19 sailing days with Italian America's Cup challenger Italian America's Cup Challenger Luna Rossa returned to test sail their AC75 on Friday. The session was cut short by light weather. Afterwards skipper Peter Burling reflected on where the Italians were up to at this stage of the campaign. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World Posted 29 Aug 13:13 AEST 52 Super Series Royal Cup Puerto Calero day 4 52 Super Series Royal Cup Puerto Calero day 4 Platoon Aviation poised for first regatta win since the Royal Cup 2024 With a first and a fourth from the breeziest day of racing so far at the Puerto Calero Lanzarote 52 SUPER SERIES Royal Cup, Germany's three times World Champions Platoon Aviation have staked a strong claim to their fourth Royal Cup. by 52 Super Series Posted 29 Aug 05:21 AEST 2026 ILCA 7 Men's Worlds Day 4 2026 ILCA 7 Men's Worlds Day 4 Athanasios Kyfidis Storms Back as Ryan Lo Extends His Lead in Dún Laoghaire The second day of the Elimination Series got under way today at the 2026 ILCA 7 Men's World Championship, with two new races added to the scoreboard. Racing started at 12:00 as scheduled, in around 9 knots of wind. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 29 Aug 05:12 AEST RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race Recap RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race Recap Winners, survivors and extraordinary stories Thirty-two boats, 182 sailors from five continents and 1,805 nm around Britain and Ireland. The numbers convey the scale of the 50th anniversary Race but barely begin to describe what unfolded after the starting cannon fired on 9 August 2026. by Louay Habib / RORC Posted 29 Aug 02:35 AEST Team Malizia takes on The Ocean Race Atlantic Team Malizia takes on The Ocean Race Atlantic Six teams from six nations will line up in NYC for 3,200nm sprint across North Atlantic to Lorient. From launching their new Malizia 4 race yacht in France to crossing the Atlantic and sailing more than 6,500 nautical miles in less than two months, Team Malizia has been through a fast-paced period of testing and training. by Team Malizia Posted 28 Aug 23:19 AEST AC Recon: Aug 26 - "Significant bow-up trim" AC Recon: Aug 26 - "Significant bow-up trim" "The new rudder ventilated and stalled during the bear-away. The boat trimmed bow-up significantly." On one of these, the new rudder ventilated and stalled during the bear-away. The boat trimmed bow-up with a sharp angle of attack before falling back into the water. A new slow-motion video compilation of the 4sec long incident has been added. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World Posted 28 Aug 21:48 AEST In Memoriam: His Majesty King Harald V of Norway In Memoriam: His Majesty King Harald V of Norway World Sailing's President of Honour passes away On behalf of the global sailing community, World Sailing mourns the passing of our revered President of Honour, His Majesty King Harald V of Norway. by World Sailing Posted 28 Aug 20:24 AEST IMOCA Class back with The Ocean Race Atlantic IMOCA Class back with The Ocean Race Atlantic The first clash between DMG MORI Sailing Team and Team Malizia After a long hot summer, the IMOCA Class is back next week with The Ocean Race Atlantic, a trans-continental sprint featuring six mixed gender crews and an eagerly-awaited clash between two of the newest boats in the fleet. by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series Posted 28 Aug 19:39 AEST 2026 SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week Day 1 2026 SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week Day 1 First winners come home on a high The sun was out ready on opening day at SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week (SMIRW) and the breeze was piping in nice and early for Tropic Petroleum Race Day and competitors couldn't wait to get on the waters off Maggie Island for an 11am start. by Di Pearson/SMIRW media Posted 28 Aug 18:27 AEST Kaleo Shirts: For the Dad who has everything Kaleo Shirts: For the Dad who has everything Give your Dad a Kaleo Kiwi Classic - designed in Aotearoa. Inspired by the places Dad loves. This Father's Day, we're celebrating the dads, grandads and father figures who got us out there in the first place. Give your Dad a Kaleo Kiwi Classic - designed in Aotearoa. Inspired by the places Dad loves. by Christine Makaweo Posted 28 Aug 07:50 AEST Team Francesca Clapcich touches down in New York Team Francesca Clapcich touches down in New York Now it's New York's turn! After two incredible weeks of The Changemakers Tour visiting Boston and Newport, RI, Team Francesca Clapcich docked this morning at 8:00am in Brooklyn Marina, New York. by Team Francesca Clapcich / 11th Hour Racing Posted 28 Aug 04:51 AEST 52 Super Series Royal Cup Puerto Calero day 3 52 Super Series Royal Cup Puerto Calero day 3 With two days to sail still, Platoon surges towards a fourth Royal Cup win in Lanzarote Three times winners of the event's major trophy, Harm Müller-Spreer's Platoon Aviation have now built a solid seven points lead at the Puerto Calero Lanzarote 52 SUPER SERIES Royal Cup after posting two second places today. by 52 Super Series Posted 28 Aug 04:48 AEST Melges 24 Pre-Worlds sets the stage Melges 24 Pre-Worlds sets the stage The fleet is set to race this weekend at Little Traverse Yacht Club If Melges 24 U.S. Nationals revealed anything, it's that not one specific team is coming to Harbor Springs with a clear-cut, easy path to International Melges 24 Class' most prestigious trophy—the Melges Performance Sailboats Trophy, a.k.a. the Worlds. by U.S. Melges 24 Class Association Posted 28 Aug 04:46 AEST International 14 Worlds at Kingston Day 5 International 14 Worlds at Kingston Day 5 A true America's Cup style ding dong Four races done, and with a discard Andy Shaw and Rob Struckett are leading counting a 2,1,1, Glen Truswell and Ed 'McEnroe' Fitzgerald have a 1,1,2. This sets up a three race shoot out for the title, with Glen & Ed discarding a 9th. by James Cunnison Posted 28 Aug 04:45 AEST 2026 ILCA 7 Men's Worlds Day 3 2026 ILCA 7 Men's Worlds Day 3 Big Movers and a New Leader as the Elimination Series Opens in Dún Laoghaire The first day of the Elimination Series got underway today at the 2026 ILCA 7 Men's World Championship, with two races completed as scheduled — under rain, fortunately not heavy. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 28 Aug 04:00 AEST The Ocean Race Atlantic: 50/50 gender-equal crews The Ocean Race Atlantic: 50/50 gender-equal crews On 1st September, The Ocean Race will reach a landmark moment The inaugural edition of The Ocean Race Atlantic is one of the few sports to introduce a 50/50 mandate, which will see each of the six IMOCA sailing teams crewed by two men and two women. by The Ocean Race Atlantic Posted 27 Aug 22:49 AEST Four reasons to attend the Yacht Racing Forum 2026 Four reasons to attend the Yacht Racing Forum 2026 Business. Networking. Knowledge. Fun. The annual B2B conference dedicated to the sport of sailing will once again bring together the sport's leading personalities from around the world for two days of conferences, networking and business. by Yacht Racing Forum Posted 27 Aug 22:37 AEST Your tender - the link between boat and shore Your tender - the link between boat and shore the essential link between boat and shore Whether your yacht or motor boat is anchored or on a mooring and you can't walk ashore, your tender becomes an essential link between boat and shore. by LiTime Posted 27 Aug 21:00 AEST 2027 RORC Griffin Offshore Pathway zoom webinar 2027 RORC Griffin Offshore Pathway zoom webinar Helping the next generation take its first steps offshore Griffin creates new opportunities for ambitious young sailors while inviting RORC Members and supporters to help the next generation take its first steps offshore. by Louay Habib / RORC Posted 27 Aug 19:38 AEST SSANZ announces Doyle Sails partnership SSANZ announces Doyle Sails partnership a new four-year pathway that provides a clear progression towards a Round NZ race in 2030 The Shorthanded Sailing Association of NZ (SSANZ) has announced a major four-year partnership with Doyle Sails and a new four-year pathway that provides competitors with a clear progression towards a Round New Zealand race in 2030. by Harri Wren for SSANZ Posted 27 Aug 17:59 AEST Ocean Fifty fleet set for the Route du Rhum Ocean Fifty fleet set for the Route du Rhum On the edge thrills are guaranteed The high speed, light Ocean Fifty multihull bring the Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe a unique experience, concentrated, high octane sport requiring full-on continuous commitment. by La Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe Posted 27 Aug 15:33 AEST For the dad who's made for water For the dad who's made for water This Father's Day, give him Zhik gear built to perform on the water This Father's Day, give him gear built to perform on the water. Whether he sails, paddles or rows, find the upgrade he'll reach for every time he heads out. by Zhik Posted 27 Aug 07:30 AEST 2026 ILCA 7 Men's Worlds Day 2 2026 ILCA 7 Men's Worlds Day 2 Qualifying Ends in Style in Dublin Bay The second day of races at the 2026 ILCA 7 Men's World Championship concluded today with both scheduled races completed, bringing the Qualifying Series to a close as planned, with five races now on the scoreboard. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 27 Aug 05:37 AEST 52 Super Series Royal Cup Puerto Calero day 2 52 Super Series Royal Cup Puerto Calero day 2 Circuit leaders Sled had another tough day Still racing in light, shifty offshore breezes Ergin Imre's Provezza and Harm Müller Spreer's Platoon now share the lead at the top of the 13 boat fleet at the Puerto Calero Lanzarote 52 SUPER SERIES Royal Cup. by 52 Super Series Posted 27 Aug 05:05 AEST St. Croix to host ISCA Worlds & Pan American Games St. Croix to host ISCA Worlds & Pan American Games One of the world's most recognizable sailboats and widely sailed one-design dinghies The U.S. Virgin Islands will welcome sailors from around the world to St. Croix November 4-14 for the 2026 ISCA World Championship, bringing elite international competition to the waters of one of the Caribbean's premier sailing destinations. by International Sunfish Class Association Posted 27 Aug 00:37 AEST Race Official positions for LA28 confirmed Race Official positions for LA28 confirmed These appointments add to the two Technical Delegate positions approved by the World Sailing Board World Sailing, the world governing body of the sport, is pleased to announce the lead Race Official appointments for the LA28 Olympic Sailing Competition. by World Sailing Posted 26 Aug 22:51 AEST Embrace The Challenge set for Ocean Race Atlantic Embrace The Challenge set for Ocean Race Atlantic The 3,200 nm race will be first time the new team puts all of the work under genuine race pressure Embrace The Challenge will get its first opportunity to measure performance against the IMOCA fleet when Oliver Heer Ocean Racing lines up for The Ocean Race Atlantic from New York on 1 September. by Oliver Heer Ocean Racing Posted 26 Aug 22:27 AEST Settimana delle Bocche Regatta returns to YCCS Settimana delle Bocche Regatta returns to YCCS As part of the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda's 60th anniversary celebrations in 2027 As part of the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda's 60th anniversary celebrations in 2027, the Settimana delle Bocche is set to return to the Club's sporting calendar. by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda Posted 26 Aug 20:44 AEST 2026 Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup Preview 2026 Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup Preview A lodestone for yachting's elite, it is a benchmark for innovation, performance and skill For more than 40 years, the world's top yacht designers, leading sailors and most passionate owners have gathered each September on the north-east coast of the Italian island of Sardinia. The lure has been the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup. by Quinag Posted 26 Aug 20:39 AEST 1970s, a golden decade for Kiwi 18 footers 1970s, a golden decade for Kiwi 18 footers An incredible level of talented competitors and designers The 1970s was a wonderful decade of evolution in the 18 footers, with strong international fleets, an incredible level of talented competitors and designers, as well as some brilliant competition in World championship regattas. by Frank Quealey Posted 26 Aug 18:04 AEST 2026 ILCA 7 Men's Worlds Day 1 2026 ILCA 7 Men's Worlds Day 1 Exciting First Day of Racing Delivers Three Races in Dublin Bay Racing got underway today at the 2026 ILCA 7 Men's World Championship in Dún Laoghaire, with the first three races of the qualifying series completed. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 26 Aug 05:22 AEST SailGP news, GGR skippers assembled, team racing SailGP news, GGR skippers assembled, team racing SailGP notched another milestone in the evolution of sail SailGP notched another milestone in the evolution of sail- and foil-powered speed sailing this weekend at the Rockwool Germany Sail Grand Prix, when DS Automobiles SailGP Team France hit 58.11 knots. by David Schmidt Posted 26 Aug 05:00 AEST 52 Super Series Royal Cup Puerto Calero day 1 52 Super Series Royal Cup Puerto Calero day 1 Vayu lead by three points ahead of Ergin Imre's Provezza After two races contested in a light, streaky offshore breeze which peaked at 12 knots, the Thai flagged Vayu of the Whitcraft family are the early leaders of the Puerto Calero Lanzarote 52 SUPER SERIES Royal Cup. by 52 Super Series Posted 26 Aug 04:53 AEST Countdown to the The Ocean Race Atlantic Countdown to the The Ocean Race Atlantic The new era of fully-crewed IMOCA racing starts in a week One week from today, six of the world's leading offshore sailing teams will depart New York City for the inaugural edition of The Ocean Race Atlantic, a new transatlantic race with six teams competing including two new generation IMOCA boats. by The Ocean Race Posted 26 Aug 03:42 AEST Protect Your Investment Protect Your Investment The Real-Time Insurance Policy Your Boat Actually Needs Whatever you sail, your boat, rig, and sails represent a financial investment. Beyond the initial purchase, the cost of maintenance, insurance premiums and repair or replacement when damage occurs can make equipment failure an expensive proposition. by Cyclops Marine Posted 26 Aug 01:30 AEST Bas de Waal takes lead in Finn Grand Slam Bas de Waal takes lead in Finn Grand Slam Britain's John Greenwood moves up to second after Varberg Championship Bas de Waal, from The Netherlands, has taken the overall lead after Leg 5 of the 2026 Word Tour for Finns Grand Slam. 44 Finns ventured to the Varberg Grand Slam in Sweden for seven races in a range of conditions from 5 to 25 knots. by Robert Deaves Posted 25 Aug 22:51 AEST Germany hosts big finish in Kite-Surf & Hyrdrofoil Germany hosts big finish in Kite-Surf & Hyrdrofoil North Sea resort town of Sylt to crown World Champions in two disciplines as season closes World titles will be decided in two disciplines at the GKA Kite World Cup Sylt, with the season's final Kite-Surf showdown taking place alongside a one-off Hydrofoil Big Air World Championship. by Ian MacKinnon Posted 25 Aug 22:36 AEST Back in Stock - World's Best Offshore System Back in Stock - World's Best Offshore System Ocean Pro from Henri-Lloyd, developed in partnership with Sam Goodchild Ocean Pro is the most advanced offshore system on the water, shaped by years of development and a close partnership with two-time IMOCA Champion Sam Goodchild. It's been proven in some of the world's harshest oceans. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 25 Aug 21:00 AEST International 14 Worlds at Kingston Days 1 to 4 International 14 Worlds at Kingston Days 1 to 4 The race management and local volunteers have been nothing short of exceptional Writing on Monday, August 24th, we have reached Race Day 4 of the 2026 International 14 World Championship, hosted in legendary style by the Canadian I14 fleet and CORK/Sail Kingston. by Adam Ovington & Stu Keegan Posted 25 Aug 18:51 AEST Fly Higher. Travel Faster. Last Longer. - Pt. II Fly Higher. Travel Faster. Last Longer. - Pt. II Alphabet Soup - When it comes to appendages, we've had so many letters of the alphabet already When it comes to appendages, we've had so many letters of the alphabet already; C, T, L, J etc. The U rudders have always intrigued me. The answer lies in the higher flight of Gitana 18, meaning the rudders too are a half to one metre longer by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor Posted 25 Aug 18:00 AEST