Olympic Sailing and the Importance of Pathways Olympic Sailing and the Importance of Pathways The classes and events that should be in the Olympics is always a contentious topic The classes and events that should be in the Olympics is always a contentious topic. Every type of dinghy, keelboat or board has its fans, and they will argue the point for its inclusion with fervour. by Mark Jardine Posted 14 Oct 09:30 EST Final Final: The TP52 that goes back to the Future Final Final: The TP52 that goes back to the Future Final Final represents a rather different branch of the TP52 family tree. The TP52 may have evolved into one of the world's most sophisticated inshore racing machines, but Final Final represents a rather different branch of the family tree. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World.com Posted 14 Oct 09:08 EST Step aboard Encore - a unique superyacht Step aboard Encore - a unique superyacht The 44-metre Dubois-design sloop has just completed a six-month-long refit and is offered for sail. Encore's launch in April 2013 marked the end of New Zealand's golden era of custom yacht building. The 44-meter Dubois-designed sloop has just completed a six-month-long refit and is offered for sail. Step aboard for a look at yachting's finest. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World.com Posted 14 Oct 09:07 EST Rolex Middle Sea Race: The battle for line honours Rolex Middle Sea Race: The battle for line honours Speed, power and the weather wildcard Black Jack 100 returns to defend her title against seven former round-the-world racing yachts while, as always, the unpredictable Mediterranean weather will have the final say in determining whether the course record can be challenged. by Royal Malta Yacht Club Posted 14 Oct 05:02 EST Inaugural Cape 31 Gold Cup Practice Race Inaugural Cape 31 Gold Cup Practice Race 2026 Cape 31 Mediterranean Circuit season prize winners celebrated The Gulf of Saint-Tropez got its first look at the record 28-boat Cape 31 Gold Cup fleet today, as teams lined up for the practice race ahead of four days of racing. by Tor Tomlinson Cheney Posted 13 Oct 16:25 EST AC Recon: Oct 12: Kiwis enjoy Miserable Monday AC Recon: Oct 12: Kiwis enjoy Miserable Monday On a miserable Monday, Emirates Team NZ turned in an interesting light-air performance. On a miserable Monday, Emirates Team NZ turned in an interesting light-air performance. The America's Cup defenders delivered a very controlled light-air foiling performance, staying foil-borne in 4.5-8kt winds. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com Posted 13 Oct 05:54 EST Killer Coffee Co 18ft Skiff Racing's 2026-27 Team Killer Coffee Co 18ft Skiff Racing's 2026-27 Team Exciting new team set for a big season on Sydney Harbour An exciting new 18ft skiff team in the Australian 18 Footers League's 2026-27 fleet on Sydney Harbour introduces Ryan Ewings in his rookie season as a skipper with major championship-winning crew members Matt Stenta and Finn Rodowicz. by Frank Quealey Posted 13 Oct 05:05 EST boot 2027 brings the maritime world to Düsseldorf boot 2027 brings the maritime world to Düsseldorf Over 1,500 manufacturers, retailers and destinations across 15 exhibition halls The 58th boot Düsseldorf will welcome over 1,500 manufacturers, retailers and destinations from all over the world, showcasing the diversity of boating, surfing and diving in all their facets. by boot Düsseldorf Posted 13 Oct 03:00 EST AC Recon: Oct 9 - Kiwis close to capsizing AC Recon: Oct 9 - Kiwis close to capsizing ETNZ came close to a capsize during a training session on Friday. Luna Rossa sailed out of Cagliari Emirates Team New Zealand came close to a capsize during a training session on Friday - in relatively light winds after developing the wobbles during a gybe. Luna Rossa had a more routine day off Cagliari. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com Posted 13 Oct 01:20 EST Is Renewable Energy the answer for onboard power? Is Renewable Energy the answer for onboard power? Could renewable energy eliminate the onboard generator? You cruise into an anchorage and shut your engine down. The refrigerator, lights and onboard electronics continue running, powered by the batteries charged by your solar panels throughout the day. by Citimarine Store Posted 12 Oct 14:00 EST Worrell 1000 Announces Global Facebook Live Worrell 1000 Announces Global Facebook Live Orientation to Pre-Brief 2028 Competitors & Ground Crews In a major step toward its highly anticipated 2028 Legacy Run, the Organizing Authority for the iconic Worrell 1000 offshore catamaran race has announced a comprehensive, global orientation seminar. by Beverley J Simmons Posted 12 Oct 10:11 EST Henri-Lloyd End of Season Sale Henri-Lloyd End of Season Sale Up to 50% off sailing gear, including the Elite Offshore range Selected waterproofs, layers and accessories for men and women, including the Elite Offshore range, while stocks last. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 12 Oct 07:00 EST Switch Global Championship 2026 overall Switch Global Championship 2026 overall Lake Garda saves the best for last Lake Garda saved the best for last for the 57 competitors from 16 nations at the Switch Global Championship 2026 with an incredible 18 to 20 knot northerly Pelèr thermal wind in the morning powering a morning session of four races. by Mark Jardine Posted 12 Oct 06:05 EST WASZP All Stars Cádiz overall WASZP All Stars Cádiz overall Two champions crowned after 13 high-intensity races Italy's Olivia Castaldi and Francesco Carrieri come out on top after 13 high-intensity races each over two days. by Pietro Caminiti Posted 12 Oct 04:04 EST 2026 Sardinia Kiteboard Grand Slam overall 2026 Sardinia Kiteboard Grand Slam overall Pianosi wins on home water as Nolot completes a golden season Lauriane Nolot of France and Riccardo Pianosi of Italy are the champions of Poetto Beach after the two riders put in a dominant final-day performance at the Sardinia Kiteboard Grand Slam. by Sardinia Grand Slam Posted 12 Oct 02:44 EST Manly Cove is set for huge day this Saturday Manly Cove is set for huge day this Saturday As the Port Jackson Championship contested by 16ft & 13ft Skiffs returns 85 skiffs, 200 sailors and $35,000 in prize money on the line as Manly 16ft Skiff Club hosts one of the sport's most historic events. by Sally Darmanin Posted 12 Oct 00:56 EST Arca SGR wins Barcolana58 presented by Generali Arca SGR wins Barcolana58 presented by Generali More than 15,000 sailors were greeted by a magnificent scene with excellent wind conditions Furio Benussi's Arca has won the Barcolana in Trieste for the fourth consecutive year, with 1,858 sailing boats on the starting line. After several days of uncertain weather forecasts, a splendid easterly wind blowing from 110 degrees welcomed the crews. by Barcolana Posted 11 Oct 13:17 EST 18ft Skiff SIXT Spring Championship Race 1 18ft Skiff SIXT Spring Championship Race 1 The legendary John 'Woody' Winning returned to the helm of Yandoo The Australian 18 Footers League's 2026-27 season got off to an unexpected start when the League conducted Race 1 of the seven-race SIXT Spring Championship in a light ENE breeze over a 3-buoys course on Sydney Harbour today. by Frank Quealey Posted 11 Oct 10:54 EST WASZP All Stars Cádiz Day 1 WASZP All Stars Cádiz Day 1 Fifteen races and ideal foiling conditions The Bay of Cádiz once again demonstrates its potential as a venue for major sailing events, with a day marked by alternating easterly and westerly winds and an organisation that made it possible to complete all the scheduled races. by Pietro Caminiti Posted 10 Oct 19:56 EST World Sailing Inclusion Championships 2026 overall World Sailing Inclusion Championships 2026 overall Golden double and dramatic final race showdown Poland's Piotr Cichocki claimed an impressive double gold, while Sweden's Fia Fjelddahl and Patric Rosenberg survived a thrilling final-race showdown, as the 2026 World Sailing Inclusion Championships came to a close in Portimão, Portugal on Saturday. by World Sailing Posted 10 Oct 16:43 EST