2020 44Cup cancelled 2020 44Cup cancelled The priority for the RC44 Class is safety and ensuring the future of the circuit The owners and Organising Authority of the 44Cup have today made the final decision to cancel the remaining two events of 2020 season. This is due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic which this year has brought much of the sporting world to a standstill. by Jessica Gray Posted 21 Aug 21:33 EST Finn Silver Cup at Canet, France overall Finn Silver Cup at Canet, France overall Oskari Muhonen dominates U23 Finn fleet to win record third Cup The U23 Finn World Championship for the Jorg Bruder Finn Silver Cup concluded today in Canet en Roussillon, France, with three more races to complete the series. Defending champion, Oskari Muhonen, from Finland, wrapped up an almost flawless week. by Robert Deaves Posted 21 Aug 15:52 EST America's Cup: Kite vs two AC75's America's Cup: Kite vs two AC75's Devonport kiteboarder Nick Reeves lines up against the two AC75's sailing in Auckland Devonport kiteboarder Nick Reeves lines up against the two AC75's sailing in Auckland, and shot the two hookups (on different days) using a body-cam. by Nick Reeves Posted 20 Aug 18:57 EST Finn Silver Cup at Canet, France day 4 Finn Silver Cup at Canet, France day 4 Muhonen within reach of record third cup win Only one race was possible on the fourth day of the U23 Finn World Championship for the Finn Silver Cup, at Canet en Roussillon, France. The second race was cancelled when very strong winds arrived soon after the first race was competed. by Robert Deaves Posted 20 Aug 17:07 EST What foils will it take to win the Vendee Globe What foils will it take to win the Vendee Globe What appendage can deal with problems over 21,600 miles? While it is highly likely that the next winner of the non-stop solo round the world race will be aboard a foiler, what type of appendage will be able to deal with all the problems over more than 21,600 miles? by Vendee Globe Posted 20 Aug 04:49 EST Olympians love the WASZP way of life! Olympians love the WASZP way of life! WASZP class has formed strong links with SailGP and has begun forming its own youth pathway Since the inception of the WASZP in late 2016 the main focus has been on creating a sustainable culture within the class that serves every sailor and their needs. by Marc Ablett Posted 20 Aug 02:24 EST Marine Auctions Online Sail Auction Marine Auctions Online Sail Auction 76 near new and used sails to suit yachts from 45ft to 100ft 76 near new and used sails to suit yachts from 45ft to 100ft, including Asymmetrical & Symmetrical Spinnakers, Mainsails, Headsails, Genoas and Roller Furling Genoas. by Adrian Seiffert, Marine Auctions Posted 20 Aug 00:55 EST 2020 Finn Silver Cup at Canet, France day 3 2020 Finn Silver Cup at Canet, France day 3 Muhonen untouchable as breeze arrives Double U23 Finn World Champion, Oskari Muhonen, from Finland, stamped his authority over the fleet at the 2020 Finn Silver Cup at Carnet en Roussillon, France on Wednesday, with three race wins from three races in near perfect conditions. by Robert Deaves Posted 19 Aug 15:49 EST Doublehanded Debrief with Ken Read Doublehanded Debrief with Ken Read Join the North Sails Live Webinar on Monday August 24th, 3pm EDT, 8pm BST Diving headfirst into a new style of sailing has made for an exciting and competitive summer for North Sails President Ken Read. Join Ken live with special guests Suzy Leech and Brad Read as they debrief their summer of doublehanded sailing. by North Sails Posted 19 Aug 15:47 EST Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2020 preview Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2020 preview An unrivalled combination of challenging conditions and scenic backdrops As international yachting competition begins a cautious return, Rolex is pleased to continue its support for a sport with which it has enjoyed a long and privileged partnership. by Quinag Posted 19 Aug 09:41 EST 2020 Finn Silver Cup at Canet, France day 2 2020 Finn Silver Cup at Canet, France day 2 Muhonen extends lead with two bullets Oskari Muhonen, from Finland, took two race wins from two races on the second day of the U23 Finn World Championship for the Finn Silver Cup at Canet en Roussillon, in France, on Tuesday to extend his lead at the top to three points from Nicolas Thierse. by Robert Deaves Posted 19 Aug 00:55 EST 31st New England 100 31st New England 100 Sandra Tartaglino remembered at Sail Newport Held one year after the fatal accident that took the life of Sandra Tartaglino, and among strict health and safety regulations of operating a regatta during a global pandemic, this letter from the Tartaglino family sums up how well this event operated. by New England 100 Organizers Posted 18 Aug 12:32 EST Finn Gold Cup cancelled Finn Gold Cup cancelled Class policy has been to wait as long as possible before making a decision It is with great regret and sadness that the International Finn Association has decided to cancel the 2020 Finn Gold Cup, due to be held in Palma in October, after it was rescheduled from the original dates back in May. by Robert Deaves Posted 18 Aug 11:03 EST Clarke Smith on the 2020 Ted Hood Regatta Clarke Smith on the 2020 Ted Hood Regatta An interview with Clarke Smith on the 2020 Ted Hood Regatta I checked in with Clarke Smith, chairman of the 2020 Ted Hood Regatta, via email, about this now-classic New England three-day race weekend. by David Schmidt Posted 18 Aug 11:00 EST America's Cup Rialto: Aug 17 - A day of two halves America's Cup Rialto: Aug 17 - A day of two halves Both America's Cup teams sailed Monday in Auckland in a fresh 15-20kts onshore breeze Both America's Cup teams sailed Monday in Auckland in a fresh 15-20kts onshore breeze, and overcast skies. American Magic's Defiant put in a long day, finishing just before sunset, on a winter's day. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/NZ Posted 18 Aug 10:51 EST 2020 Finn Silver Cup at Canet, France day 1 2020 Finn Silver Cup at Canet, France day 1 Oskari Muhonen takes narrow lead as U23 Finn Worlds opens in Canet Defending U23 World Champion, Oskari Muhonen, from Finland, leads the fleet after three races on the opening day of the 2020 Finn Silver Cup in Canet en Roussillon, in France. by Robert Deaves Posted 18 Aug 02:01 EST Hail to the volunteers! Hail to the volunteers! Without them sailing would either be not as good or would be far more expensive As sailors, we owe a massive debt of gratitude to volunteers at our clubs and within our classes - without them sailing would either be not as good or a vast amount more expensive to participate in. by Mark Jardine Posted 17 Aug 18:00 EST A face mask for sailing and watersports A face mask for sailing and watersports Zhik launch a weatherproof, washable, comfortable new product Zhik have introduced a new Face Mask that is weatherproof, washable and comfortable. It is not just another facemask, Zhik's industrial design team has thought this through, like so many of the other ingenious products Zhik prides itself with by Liz Rushall Posted 17 Aug 08:17 EST Burling and Tuke set course for a big year in 2021 Burling and Tuke set course for a big year in 2021 Peter Burling and Blair Tuke take a significant step in their professional sailing careers Widely considered to be the hottest property in sailing, Peter Burling and Blair Tuke took a significant step in their professional sailing careers, with the announcement of their entry into the SailGP circuit. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz Posted 16 Aug 09:33 EST North Sails Weekly Debrief North Sails Weekly Debrief Club Race Tool Kit, North-Powered Restoration Project, Webinar Rewind Whether you live to sail on weeknights, or save your energy for the weekend, we've assembled a collection of articles to help make your next club race the best it can be. by North Sails Posted 16 Aug 07:00 EST