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Vendée Globe going down to the final layline
Three boats in four hours on Wednesday afternoon?
© Boris Herrmann / SeaExplorer - Yacht Club de Monaco
30 knots in a 40-footer
Say no more! But please do read on about the wonderful MW40OF...
© Wilson / Marquinez Naval Architecture
Best race of the PRADA Cup so far!
Nail-biting, agonising racing sets sailing fans hearts racing
© COR36 / Studio Borlenghi
Q&A with David 'Freddie' Carr
What it takes to sail the AC75 BRITANNIA
© Harry KH / INEOS TEAM UK
Camaraderie
A core principle of most sailors' lives
© COR36 / Studio Borlenghi
IRC Rating opens for 2021
IRC Rating opens for 2021
IRC is aimed at a very wide range of keelboats of all sizes and shapes
The new season has got off to a positive start with applications coming in for 2021 IRC rating certificates and a steady stream of enquiries to the RORC Rating Office, the technical hub of the Royal Ocean Racing Club.
by RORC Rating Office
Posted 25 Jan 17:52 GMT
Vendée Globe Day 79: The perfect layline to win
Vendée Globe Day 79: The perfect layline to win
Three boats in four hours on Wednesday afternoon?
After 24,300 nautical miles and more than 80 days of racing around the world victory or a place on the podium on this ninth edition of the Vendée Globe might go down to the final lay line.
by Vendée Globe
Posted 25 Jan 17:33 GMT
Crewsaver enters the inflatable boat market
Crewsaver enters the inflatable boat market
Introducing two new compact, and quick-to-inflate boats
Crewsaver, a Survitec brand and leading supplier of safety and survival equipment to the leisure marine industry, is introducing two new compact, and quick-to-inflate boats in a development that marks the company's entry into the inflatable boat market.
by Seaborne
Posted 25 Jan 16:30 GMT
Moshimoshi finish the RORC Transatlantic Race
Moshimoshi finish the RORC Transatlantic Race
The first team to finish the race in the IRC Two-Handed division
Sebastien Saulnier's Sun Fast 3300 Moshimoshi crossed the finish line of the RORC Transatlantic Race on Sunday 24 January at 20:12 UTC in an elapsed time of 15 days, nine hours, 12 mins and 20 secs.
by Louay Habib
Posted 25 Jan 15:37 GMT
Competition insights: Tarifa Wing Pro
Competition insights: Tarifa Wing Pro
Sitting down with some of the GWA champions for an insider's look
We sat down with some of the GWA champions for an insider's look at what tricks were thrown down, the best pre-competition snacks and where wingfoiling is heading.
by Global Wingsports Association
Posted 25 Jan 14:49 GMT
All set for 3rd Caribbean Multihull Challenge
All set for 3rd Caribbean Multihull Challenge
Despite the uncertainty the Sint Maarten Yacht Club is confident to host the event
The future trajectory of the Covid-19 pandemic is far from clear, which weighs heavy on regatta organizers whose priority it is to provide information and clarity to participants, sponsors and stakeholders.
by Sint Maarten Yacht Club
Posted 25 Jan 14:24 GMT
30 knots in a 40-footer
30 knots in a 40-footer
We know a 60-footer can do it; now we learn the MW40OF is also up for it
We know a 60-footer can do it. Now we learn that the MW40OF is also up for the task.
by John Curnow, Editor, Sail-World AUS
Posted 24 Jan 21:00 GMT
Vendée Globe Day 78: Tumbling Dice
Vendée Globe Day 78: Tumbling Dice
Burton leads, Bestaven opts for northern route, Dalin & Ruyant at full potential
Less than 1000 nautical miles to the finish of the ninth edition of the Vendée Globe in Les Sables d'Olonne and it is still too close to call, not least as the Saint Malo maverick Louis Burton seized the race lead from Charlie Dalin.
by Vendée Globe
Posted 24 Jan 20:27 GMT
18ft Skiff Australian Championship races 2 & 3
18ft Skiff Australian Championship races 2 & 3
Recently crowned NSW champion team totally dominates
The recently crowned NSW champion tech2 18ft Skiff team totally dominated a great day's racing in races 2 and 3 of the Australian 18ft Skiff Championship on Sydney Harbour today.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 24 Jan 08:23 GMT
Vendée Globe Day 78 morning update
Vendée Globe Day 78 morning update
Tunnel Vision, cutting out the noise as the finish beckons
As the leaders pass the Azores the leading skippers are starting to play different options. Behind the top group Yannick Bestaven and Damien Seguin were first to gybe and are heading north in search of the stronger breeze.
by Vendée Globe
Posted 24 Jan 07:58 GMT
The View from North Head - Final of Round Robins
The View from North Head - Final of Round Robins
Video shot from North Head for those who want to watch the final race of the Round Robin
For those who want to watch a commentary free, unedited and uncut version of the final race of the Round Robins - that is not geo-blocked, and shot from a single vantage point close to the action - this is it.
by Justin Mitchell
Posted 24 Jan 00:07 GMT
Vendée Globe Day 77: When to gybe at the Azores?
Vendée Globe Day 77: When to gybe at the Azores?
Heading towards the closest victory margin yet?
The margin of victory on this Vendée Globe may be down to minutes rather than hours.
by Vendée Globe
Posted 23 Jan 18:39 GMT
America's Cup Rialto: Jan 23 - Brits make history
America's Cup Rialto: Jan 23 - Brits make history
INEOS Team UK made America's Cup history on the Waitemata harbour Saturday evening
INEOS Team UK made America's Cup history on the Waitemata harbour Saturday evening when they qualified for the Finals of the Challenger Selection Series for the 36th America's Cup.
by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World NZ
Posted 23 Jan 15:04 GMT
Five out of five for INEOS TEAM UK
Five out of five for INEOS TEAM UK
And into the PRADA Cup final
With the Americans still in the shed getting ready for the Repechage, INEOS TEAM UK and LUNA ROSSA PRADA PIRELLI headed out onto the stadium course on the Hauraki Gulf for the penultimate day of the Round Robin stage of the PRADA Challenger Series.
by INEOS TEAM UK
Posted 23 Jan 11:44 GMT
John Bertrand chats with Nic Douglass
John Bertrand chats with Nic Douglass
To talk about today's incredible Prada Cup race!
What a race! INEOS Team UK are into the final of the Prada Cup, the Challenger Series for the 36th America's Cup! This evening as our special guest we have none other than John Bertrand AO to join us to Chat & Wrap!
by Nic Douglass
Posted 23 Jan 11:27 GMT
Repairs to PATRIOT progress
Repairs to PATRIOT progress
As the PRADA Cup Round Robins conclude
American Magic Skipper and Executive Director Terry Hutchinson provided updates on American Magic at tonight's press conference, which marked the conclusion of the Round Robins phase of the Prada Cup, the Challenger Selection Series.
by New York Yacht Club American Magic
Posted 23 Jan 11:15 GMT
Luna Rossa at the PRADA Cup Day 4
Luna Rossa at the PRADA Cup Day 4
A close race right until the finish line
Another weekend of racing in Auckland for the PRADA Cup, the Challenger Selection Series that determines the first team to enter the PRADA Cup Final.
by Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli
Posted 23 Jan 11:00 GMT
Shirley Roberton talks to Sir Ben Ainslie
Shirley Roberton talks to Sir Ben Ainslie
In the latest RYA Sail from Home video
Double Olympic Gold Medallist Shirley Robertson caught up with Team INEOS UK sailing legend and 5-time Olympic Medallist Sir Ben Anslie ahead of the 36th America's Cup presented by PRADA.
by James Eaves, RYA
Posted 23 Jan 11:00 GMT
INEOS TEAM UK win the Prada Cup Round Robins
INEOS TEAM UK win the Prada Cup Round Robins
After what was probably the closest race seen so far on the AC75s
INEOS TEAM UK stays unbeaten after what was probably the closest race seen so far on the AC75s, with 9 lead changes throughout the nail biting race against Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli.
by PRADA Cup
Posted 23 Jan 07:57 GMT
Casiraghi: Boris will push hard to the finish
Casiraghi: Boris will push hard to the finish
One of the most interesting and impressive performances in this Vendée Globe
One of the most interesting and impressive performances in this Vendée Globe has been by the German skipper, Boris Herrmann, on board Seaexplorer-Yacht Club de Monaco.
by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series
Posted 23 Jan 07:41 GMT
Vendée Globe Day 77 morning update
Vendée Globe Day 77 morning update
Azores ahead are prelude to winning moves
At 350 miles SW of the Azores this morning Charlie Dalin (Apivia) is still proving able to hold off the advance of Louis Burton (Bureau Vallée 2) as they negotiate a key phase looking to be able to transition from the north side of the Azores
by Vendée Globe
Posted 23 Jan 06:50 GMT
The best race of the PRADA Cup so far!
The best race of the PRADA Cup so far!
Nail-biting and agonising racing sets sailing fans hearts racing
For those who got up early in the UK to watch the match-up between INEOS TEAM UK and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, it was nail-biting and agonising, with the anticipation only built by the repeated delays.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 23 Jan 05:01 GMT
Jimmy Spithill: "We have to win a race"
Jimmy Spithill: "We have to win a race"
Nic Douglass previews today's PRADA Cup racing
It's all on today in a must win race for Prada to keep the round robin series of the Prada Cup, the Challenger Series for the 36th America's Cup alive.
by Nic Douglass
Posted 23 Jan 02:48 GMT
Prada Cup: Day 4: Course C - Sudden death
Prada Cup: Day 4: Course C - Sudden death
For Day 4 of the Prada Cup, racing will revert to the expanded Course C area.
For Day 4 of the Prada Cup, racing will revert to the expanded Course C area. Today one race in Round Robin 3 will be sailed.
by Richard Gladwell Sail-World NZ
Posted 22 Jan 23:56 GMT
The Big Boy - Allen's Biggest Block Yet!
The Big Boy - Allen's Biggest Block Yet!
Just one example of what Allen can do for bigger boats
Around the world, we are known as a company that produces small boat hardware, but this isn't strictly true. Let us introduce to you to "The Big Boy" just one example of what we can do for bigger boats.
by Allen
Posted 22 Jan 19:00 GMT
Vendée Globe Day 76: Dalin, Burton & Hermann lead
Vendée Globe Day 76: Dalin, Burton & Hermann lead
Three Musketeers strike out for Vendée Globe victory?
With just five days or under 2000 miles to go until the first skippers finish the ninth edition of the Vendée Globe the outcome still hangs in the balance.
by Vendée Globe
Posted 22 Jan 18:17 GMT
Hunt for GB mixed offshore pairs commences
Hunt for GB mixed offshore pairs commences
Interest has been growing in mixed doublehanded offshore racing since 2019
The RYA has launched its search to find sailors to represent Great Britain at the 2021 Offshore Mixed Doubles European and World Championships.
by British Sailing Team
Posted 22 Jan 17:47 GMT
Jules Verne Trophy record attempt abandoned
Jules Verne Trophy record attempt abandoned
After a thorough inspection carried out by David Boileau, the boat captain, the verdict is in
The men of Gitana Team were positioned at 48 degrees28 south at 11:00 UTC with a lead of over 860 miles over the record when they informed their shore team of damage to the giant's float rudder to starboard.
by Gitana Team
Posted 22 Jan 17:18 GMT
Ronstan SHOCK Blocks
Ronstan SHOCK Blocks
Simple efficient low friction rings
The name of the Ronstan SHOCK Block is derived from SHeaveless blOCK and reflects the growing trend for replacing ball bearing blocks, with "low friction rings", in a whole range of sailing system applications.
by Phil Anniss
Posted 22 Jan 17:00 GMT
Race day is nearly upon us...
Race day is nearly upon us...
Show your support for the British America's Cup Challenger
Show your support and be a part of the team with the new Henri-Lloyd x INEOS TEAM UK merchandise collection.
by Henri-Lloyd
Posted 22 Jan 15:54 GMT
11th Hour Racing Team 2021 racing schedule
11th Hour Racing Team 2021 racing schedule
Rolex Fastnet Race, Défi Azimut and Transat Jacques Vabre all on the cards
11th Hour Racing Team has unveiled the schedule for 2021 revealing the Team anticipates entering two boats into the 2021 IMOCA offshore sailing calendar of races, in the build-up to a one-boat entry into The Ocean Race 2022-23.
by 11th Hour Racing Team
Posted 22 Jan 15:20 GMT
49th BVI Spring Regatta set for March 2021
49th BVI Spring Regatta set for March 2021
Offering a safe and healthy environment to enjoy sailboat racing
Sailing in the beautiful warm waters of the British Virgin Islands as part of the 49th BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival (BVISR) is now possible in accordance with BVI Government protocols currently in place.
by Trish Jenkins
Posted 22 Jan 13:23 GMT
Sail Smarts is back!
Sail Smarts is back!
National Curriculum Edition - all linked to Sailing and Windsurfing
Sail Smarts is back - coming to you every Wednesday, 11am on Youtube! Join us for fun learning and activities linked to the national curriculum.
by James Eaves, RYA
Posted 22 Jan 11:00 GMT
A great weekend ahead in the PRADA Cup
A great weekend ahead in the PRADA Cup
Press Conference held ahead of Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team and INEOS TEAM UK matches
The spotlight is on tomorrow's regatta between Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team and INEOS TEAM UK as it will be a first match point between the two challengers.
by PRADA Cup
Posted 22 Jan 10:15 GMT
Who is the fairest of them all?
Who is the fairest of them all?
Solo class getting set for the RYA Dinghy Show Concours d'Elegance
The RYA Dinghy Show, which, as a result of the pandemic is being held in the virtual World, are running the Concours D'Elegance competition to find who will be the fairest of them all.
by Will Loy, NSCA
Posted 22 Jan 10:05 GMT
Best time ever recorded to the tip of South Africa
Best time ever recorded to the tip of South Africa
Maxi Edmond de Rothschild has entered the Indian Ocean
After 11 days 14 hours and three minutes at sea, Franck Cammas, Charles Caudrelier and their four crew are attacking the Southern Ocean with a lead of more than one day seven hours and 19 minutes over Francis Joyon and the men on Idec Sport.
by Gitana Team
Posted 22 Jan 09:32 GMT
Vendée Globe Day 76 morning update
Vendée Globe Day 76 morning update
Burton's option pays, now up to second
Louis Burton, now up to second, is starting to see his westerly route pay a dividend. He has negotiated the western side of the high pressure zone quickest and into the weekend should see his gains continue, sailing faster and back on a more direct route
by Vendée Globe
Posted 22 Jan 08:41 GMT
Change of fortune needed for rookie 18' Skiff team
Change of fortune needed for rookie 18' Skiff team
Birkenhead Point Marina campaign suffers from bad luck
As the championship end of the 2020-2021 Australian 18ft Skiff Racing Season moves toward the JJ Giltinan world Championship on Sydney Harbour in March, one team looking for a change of fortune is Birkenhead Point Marina.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 22 Jan 06:21 GMT
Prada Cup: Capsize triggers changes to Cup
Prada Cup: Capsize triggers changes to Cup
Regatta Director Iain Murray has made several changes to the conduct of the Prada and America's Cups
Regatta Director Iain Murray has made several changes to the conduct of the Prada and America's Cups, following a review with all involved parties including the competitors.
by Richard Gladwell Sail-World NZ
Posted 21 Jan 22:05 GMT
Vendée Globe Day 75: Dalin's lead at 77 miles
Vendée Globe Day 75: Dalin's lead at 77 miles
All Quiet on the Western Front?
The relative silence from among the leaders speaks volumes. Increasingly background activities are pared back to only what is necessary as the solo skippers devote all their energies to weather strategy, keeping fast and managing their energy reserves.
by Vendée Globe
Posted 21 Jan 18:03 GMT