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Racing into the South
The Ocean Race cross the equator
© Antoine Auriol / Team Malizia
Ed Wright wins 2023 Finn Gold Cup
After no racing on final day in Miami
© Robert Deaves
Sailing not included in LA28 Paralympics
David Graham, "...an extremely disappointing day for our whole sport"
© World Sailing
All vessels great and small
January is such a great time 'Down Under'
© FSR Industries - Media House
iQFOiL Lanzarote International Games
Pilar Lamadrid and Pawel Tarnowski crowned champions
© Sailing Energy
The armchair navigator - imagining life at sea
The armchair navigator - imagining life at sea
What does it feel like during The Ocean Race?
As the 2023 edition of The Ocean Race fleets tears up the offshore miles separating Cabo Verde from Cape Town, I'll admit that I often find myself daydreaming about what it would be like to foil (or semi-foil) across a wide swath of big blue.
by David Schmidt
Posted 31 Jan 08:00 PST
Marine Resources latest jobs
Marine Resources latest jobs
Ready for that change?
Pinch, punch, first of the month, new season, new rounds of hiring. This week's newsletter is overflowing with opportunities from the leisure marine industry.
by Marine Resources
Posted 1 Feb 04:00 PST
International fleet set for RORC Caribbean 600
International fleet set for RORC Caribbean 600
Over 70 teams from 16 different nations are expected to compete
Over 70 teams from 16 different nations are expected for the 2023 RORC Caribbean 600, with a dozen or more boats racing in the inaugural RORC Nelson's Cup Series.
by Louay Habib
Posted 1 Feb 01:01 PST
IRC Measurement Manual updated
IRC Measurement Manual updated
A comprehensive guide to help ensure good and consistent measurement practice
The international IRC rating rule has always been a self-measurement system, and official measurement is not a rule requirement unless the boat needs an Endorsed IRC certificate.
by RORC Rating Office
Posted 31 Jan 22:01 PST
18ft Skiff Club Championship resumes on Sunday
18ft Skiff Club Championship resumes on Sunday
The fleet will be back on Sydney Harbour for the President's Trophy
Conditions on Days 1 and 2 of last week's Australian 18ft Skiff Championship set up what could have been one of the best finishes to the title for several years, but unfortunately it was marred by a lack of wind on the final day.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 31 Jan 21:53 PST
Cup Spy Jan 31: INEOS and Patriot chase the wind
Cup Spy Jan 31: INEOS and Patriot chase the wind
Two teams trained on Tuesday. American Magic was again greeted by a fog bank and stayed inshore at P
Two teams trained on Tuesday. American Magic was again greeted by a fog bank and stayed on the inshore course at Pensacola. The Brits went offshore in search of a breeze off Mallorca. They found it and had a good training session.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-world.com/nz
Posted 31 Jan 19:57 PST
2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami overall
2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami overall
Ed Wright secures second Finn Gold Cup after no racing on final day in Miami
Britain's Ed Wright has won the Finn Gold Cup in Miami, USA, after no racing was possible on the final day on Biscayne Bay.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 31 Jan 13:46 PST
Robert Stanjek: Sébastien Simon proves a master
Robert Stanjek: Sébastien Simon proves a master
At playing the shifts in and out of the Doldrums
Not many people saw this coming, but the oldest and heaviest boat in the fleet – Guyot Environnement-Team Europe – has emerged from the worst of the Doldrums with a useful lead.
by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series
Posted 31 Jan 13:13 PST
The Ocean Race Leg 2 Day 7: Racing into the South
The Ocean Race Leg 2 Day 7: Racing into the South
The fleet is escaping the clutches of the doldrums and picking up speed in the southern hemisphere
As January comes to a close, so does one chapter of leg 2 of The Ocean Race. The fleet has burst into the southern hemisphere, crossing the equator overnight and escaping the calms of the doldrums.
by The Ocean Race
Posted 31 Jan 06:39 PST
Kirsten Neuschäfer takes lead in Golden Globe Race
Kirsten Neuschäfer takes lead in Golden Globe Race
An extraordinary solo woman sailor quite unlike any other
149 days ago, on Sept 4th 2022, 15 men and one woman set out from Les Sables d'Olonne. Their dreams and aspirations were to circumnavigate solo in the extreme Golden Globe Race.
by Golden Globe Race
Posted 31 Jan 06:05 PST
Record entries for Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca
Record entries for Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca
More than 560 crews from 54 countries have already pre-registered
More than 560 crews from 54 countries have already pre-registered for the 52 Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca. In the history of Mallorca's classic Olympic class regatta this is already an unprecedented level of interest in the showcase regatta.
by Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía
Posted 31 Jan 05:21 PST
Cup Spy Jan 30: Patriot off to a foggy start
Cup Spy Jan 30: Patriot off to a foggy start
Three teams trained on Monday as a time of change draws near in the buildup to the America's Cup.
Three teams trained on Monday as a time of change draws near in the buildup to the America's Cup. American Magic started was greeted by a fog bank and stayed inshore at Pensacola. Luna Rossa and Alinghi RBR had good sessions in Cagliari and Barcelona.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-world.com/nz
Posted 31 Jan 05:16 PST
New Allen blocks at boot Düsseldorf 2023
New Allen blocks at boot Düsseldorf 2023
We speak to Ben Harden about the latest in the range, including the mighty TiiTAN
We speak to Ben Harden at boot Düsseldorf 2023 about the new products from Allen, including the redesigned 40mm range, the deck organiser range, the High Roller block range, and the mighty TiiTAN.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 31 Jan 02:41 PST
Visit Qatar GKA Freestyle-Kite World Cup kicks off
Visit Qatar GKA Freestyle-Kite World Cup kicks off
Kiteboarding's leading freestyle athletes set for competition
Round one of the 2023 Qatar Airways GKA Kite World Tour season kicks off today with the Visit Qatar GKA Freestyle-Kite World Cup at Fuwairit Kite Beach resort with awesome, turquoise-clear lagoon conditions on the menu.
by GKA Kite World Tour
Posted 31 Jan 01:29 PST
Translated 9's first success
Translated 9's first success
From Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro with no modern technology on board
Translated 9 has successfully crossed the ocean for the first time with a crew made up of young people on their first transoceanic voyage, guided by Vittorio Malingri and with practically no tech on board.
by Translated 9
Posted 30 Jan 23:03 PST
2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami Day 4
2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami Day 4
Light winds mix fleet
Light winds mixed the fleet on the fourth day of the 2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami. Ed Wright from Britain extended his lead to 11 points from Domonkos Nemeth from Hungary, while Miguel Fernandez Vasco, from Spain is back up to third.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 30 Jan 21:43 PST
Join the crew aboard Emirates Team NZ's AC40
Join the crew aboard Emirates Team NZ's AC40
Join the crew aboard Emirates Team NZ's AC40 on this just-released 360 degree video
Join the crew aboard Emirates Team NZ's AC40 on this just-released 360 degree video
by Richard Gladwell
Posted 30 Jan 19:46 PST
2023 Pure Grenada Sailing Week day 1
2023 Pure Grenada Sailing Week day 1
Grenadians dominate the start line
The first horn of the 2023 Pure Grenada Sailing Week blew this morning at 10am as the fleet, 30 boats strong, adjusted their sails to a gentle northeasterly 10 to 12-knot breeze.
by Grenada Sailing Week
Posted 30 Jan 18:23 PST
Mikaili Sol is already in Qatar for GKA World Cup
Mikaili Sol is already in Qatar for GKA World Cup
Championship will be officially opened this Tuesday at Fuwairit Kite Beach Resort
Crowned six-time world champion in 2022 and ranking as number one woman in the Freestyle category, 18-year-old Mikaili Sol is one of the promises for the Qatar GKA Freestyle Kite Word Cup 2033.
by César A. Martín
Posted 30 Jan 15:20 PST
IOR 2023 at St. Thomas YC registration open
IOR 2023 at St. Thomas YC registration open
International Optimist Regatta, TOTE Clinic & TOTE Team Race set for June 12-18
Registration is open! The 30th anniversary International Optimist Regatta (IOR), the TOTE Clinic, and the TOTE Team Race will take place from June 12-18, 2023, at the St. Thomas Yacht Club.
by Carol Bareuther
Posted 30 Jan 14:35 PST
GryphonSolo2: Globe40 Leg 6 finish!
GryphonSolo2: Globe40 Leg 6 finish!
Yesterday in Recife, Brazil at about 2 in the afternoon local time
Just wanted to send out a quick note to say we finished Leg 6 yesterday in Recife, Brazil at about 2 in the afternoon local time.
by Joe Harris, GryphonSolo2
Posted 30 Jan 14:06 PST
Stopover episode 2 - Cabo Verde
Stopover episode 2 - Cabo Verde
Despite the apparent relaxed atmosphere, the IMOCA crews were not allowed to wind down
In this second episode of the STOPOVER series, come and join us in the country of Cesária Évora, the Barefoot Diva.
by IMOCA Globe Series
Posted 30 Jan 13:28 PST
NYYC American Magic Team 1 wins US Select Series 1
NYYC American Magic Team 1 wins US Select Series 1
Dominating on the water in Miami
Fresh from contesting the Youth Foiling Gold Cup 2023 Act 1 on Biscayne Bay, the foiling 69F line-up joined the three days of racing of the Bacardi Invitation Winter Series Event 2 in Miami.
by 69F Sailing
Posted 30 Jan 13:22 PST
The Ocean Race Leg 2 Day 6: Nervous times
The Ocean Race Leg 2 Day 6: Nervous times
Tensions run high as wind and boat speeds hit new lows
Tensions run high as wind and boat speeds hit new lows with the IMOCA fleet crossing an unusually large doldrums.
by The Ocean Race
Posted 30 Jan 08:06 PST
GryphonSolo2 off the coast of Brazil
GryphonSolo2 off the coast of Brazil
Careening through the waves with all gear and sails stacked to windward
As I write this we are steaming towards Recife, Brazil at 11 knots of boatspeed with just over 300 miles to go to the finish. It is a wet and wild ride at night with a beautiful half-moon and many stars.
by Joe Harris, GryphonSolo2
Posted 30 Jan 05:57 PST
Visit Qatar GKA Freestyle Kite World Cup 2023
Visit Qatar GKA Freestyle Kite World Cup 2023
Freestyle kite event marks the start of this season's tour
The event is free to watch for visitors, who will be treated to an exhilarating display of freestyle kiting, which focuses on big air tricks, loops and jumps.
by Qatar Tourism
Posted 30 Jan 05:37 PST
Freestyle skills at the 2023 FPT Cape Town
Freestyle skills at the 2023 FPT Cape Town
Howling winds kicked off the competitive season in South Africa
Two eliminations were ran, one at the Rietvlei lake and one at the wavespot Doodles, meaning diverse conditions which challenged every single one of the 28 entrants.
by Freestyle Pro Tour
Posted 30 Jan 05:06 PST
Sailing not included in Paralympic Games for LA28
Sailing not included in Paralympic Games for LA28
David Graham, "...an extremely disappointing day for our whole sport"
World Sailing has vowed to continue supporting Para Sailing worldwide following the news that the sport will not be included in the Paralympic Games for LA28.
by World Sailing
Posted 30 Jan 02:54 PST
The record-breaking 2023 RORC Transatlantic Race
The record-breaking 2023 RORC Transatlantic Race
Near perfect trade wind conditions for the ninth edition
Starting from Marina Lanzarote on the 8th of January 2023, the ninth edition of the RORC Transatlantic Race had near perfect trade wind conditions.
by Louay Habib / RORC
Posted 30 Jan 02:10 PST
Cup Spy Jan 27/28: Brits join the Capsize Club
Cup Spy Jan 27/28: Brits join the Capsize Club
Brits join the Capsize Club, Spies check out Italians, Swiss on the Barcelona Roller-coaster
Luna Rossa had a fast day at the office off Cagliari, but the AC37 Recon team got their shots. The Swiss were confronted by an deceptive cross sea state which made for some spectacular charges. The Brits did a slow speed capsize and some fast runs.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-world.com/nz
Posted 30 Jan 00:49 PST
180th Festival of Sails in Video
180th Festival of Sails in Video
It cannot be denied that the Festival of Sails is back! Close to 300 boats attended
It cannot be denied that the Festival of Sails is back! Close to 300 boats made for the biggest fleet seen since back in 2014 across the Melbourne to Geelong Passage Race...
by Nic Douglass
Posted 29 Jan 23:13 PST
2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami Day 3
2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami Day 3
Young guns close gap on Ed Wright
After two days of very cloudy conditions, the Sunshine State started to live up to its name again on Bacardi Race Day, the third day of the 2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 29 Jan 21:47 PST
Bacardi Winter Series Event 2 overall
Bacardi Winter Series Event 2 overall
Three days in a row of perfect sailing conditions
Three days in a row of perfect sailing conditions on Biscayne Bay, January 27-29, 2023, and a dream event for all, with fantastic breeze, sun and shoreside Bacardi bonhomie at Bacardi Winter Series Event 2.
by Luissa Smith
Posted 29 Jan 17:21 PST
Cup Spy Jan 26: No breeze to big breeze
Cup Spy Jan 26: No breeze to big breeze
Four teams sailed in very different conditions. American Magic hits 38kts upwind
American Magic had a solid training session offshore on the Gulf of Mexico hitting an impressive 38kts upwind. The Kiwis sailed in winds of 26 kts - above the AC37 limit. The Brits had no wind at all in Mallorca.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-world.com/nz
Posted 29 Jan 15:05 PST
All vessels great and small
All vessels great and small
January is a great time 'Down Under': Loads of annual regattas for coveted titles
January is such a great time 'Down Under': A load of annual regattas for coveted Australian Championships, with many very much steeped in a grand history, and often a World title or two are in there, as well.
by John Curnow, Editor, Sail World AUS
Posted 29 Jan 13:00 PST
Vaikobi Accessories
Vaikobi Accessories
Train longer. Go faster. Stay safer. Be comfortable.
Train longer. Go faster. Stay safer. Be comfortable... with accessories that can make all the difference to your on-water session.
by Vaikobi Ocean Performance
Posted 29 Jan 13:00 PST
Britain's Phil Sharp on his new IMOCA
Britain's Phil Sharp on his new IMOCA
Zero emissions Sam Manuard design, highlighting hydrogen fuel cell technology
Britain's Phil Sharp will line up with a new zero emissions Sam Manuard IMOCA highlighting hydrogen fuel cell technology.
by Vendee Globe
Posted 29 Jan 07:29 PST
The Ocean Race Leg 2 Day 5: Into the unknown
The Ocean Race Leg 2 Day 5: Into the unknown
Biotherm leads the fleet into the doldrums with Malizia making up miles
Paul Meilhat's Biotherm was the first boat to feel the impact of the doldrums overnight as his crew saw their speed plummet from 14 to 4 knots just after midnight UTC.
by The Ocean Race
Posted 29 Jan 04:57 PST
18ft Skiff Australian Championship overall
18ft Skiff Australian Championship overall
No racing was completed on Sydney Harbour today
The Finport Finance team of Keagan York, Angus Williams and Phil Marshall became the 2022-23 Australian 18ft Skiff champion after a controversial day when no racing was completed on Sydney Harbour today.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 29 Jan 00:37 PST
Globe40 Leg 6 Finish
Globe40 Leg 6 Finish
Ahmas wins in Recife in the Brazilian heat
The Anglo-American team AHMAS (Class40 n degrees 127) crossed the finish line of leg 6 of the GLOBE40 in Recife Saturday at 11:48 p.m. local time.
by Sirius Events
Posted 28 Jan 22:11 PST