49th Palamós Christmas Race Day 2 49th Palamós Christmas Race Day 2 The second day in a row without reaching The second day of the 49th Palamós Christmas Race also ended without racing, as the wind failed to make an appearance in the bay. Once again, at 2:30 p.m., the day was officially called off, with crews unable even to leave the harbour. by Jaume Soler Posted 20 Dec 16:21 GMT Huff of Arklow set for restoration Huff of Arklow set for restoration The Uffa Fox designed yacht is believed to be the only Flying 30 left A world famous racing yacht will be heading to Holyhead in the next few weeks to be restored to her former glory. by Duncan Foulkes Posted 20 Dec 15:20 GMT Burghfield SC 2026 Frostbite Series Preview Burghfield SC 2026 Frostbite Series Preview Offering a new winter membership at a reduced rate to allow others to join Burghfield Sailing Club (near Reading) is looking forward to its annual frostbite series, which runs from 4th January to 8th March 2026. by John Cooper Posted 20 Dec 14:33 GMT Launch of Entries to the Royal Escape Race 2026 Launch of Entries to the Royal Escape Race 2026 Are you ready? The 2026 Royal Escape Race has officially launched, and it's time to set your sights on this exciting offshore race in the 2026 season. This iconic cross-Channel test is all about skill, strategy, and stamina. by Chris Hawkes Posted 20 Dec 13:08 GMT Record 100 entries for Tre Golfi Sailing Week 2026 Record 100 entries for Tre Golfi Sailing Week 2026 Anticipation is growing as Naples and Sorrento prepare to host the prestigious event As the Tre Golfi Sailing Week 2026 approaches, the event has already attracted more than 100 entries from 16 countries, confirming it as one of the most anticipated sailing events of the year. by Tre Golfi Sailing Week Posted 20 Dec 11:22 GMT Entries open for the 30th Superyacht Cup Palma Entries open for the 30th Superyacht Cup Palma Europe's longest-running superyacht regatta enters a new era The Superyacht Cup Palma will celebrate its landmark 30th anniversary in 2026, combining three decades of racing heritage with expanded class options that reflect the evolving world of superyacht competition. by The Superyacht Cup Palma Posted 20 Dec 10:15 GMT 17th China Cup International Regatta 17th China Cup International Regatta 30 FD Future dinghies race over four days in Shenzhen The 17th China Cup International Regatta kicked off on the 12th of December over four competition days till the 16th of December 2025. by Carren Shi Posted 20 Dec 08:15 GMT A Race That Defines Offshore Performance A Race That Defines Offshore Performance Two Iconic Teams, One Unforgiving Race Every year, the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race draws the world's attention to one stretch of ocean on the east coast of Australia. 628 nautical miles of unpredictable weather systems, unforgiving ocean conditions, extreme fatigue and consequence. by Zhik Posted 20 Dec 04:00 GMT 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds overall 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds overall Britain and Poland Crowned 29er Youth World Champions in Vilamoura The Youth World Sailing Championship concluded today in Vilamoura, delivering a week of high-level racing and intense international competition across the 29er class. by 29er Class Posted 19 Dec 23:05 GMT Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 overall Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 overall Champions crowned in Vilamoura Eleven Youth Sailing World Championship gold medallists were crowned on Friday as action came to an exciting conclusion in Vilamoura. by World Sailing Posted 19 Dec 20:12 GMT Armstrong Women's Week - Tarifa 2025 Armstrong Women's Week - Tarifa 2025 Armstrong Foils' Women's Week celebrates the powerful and global community of female foilers Armstrong Foils' Women's Week celebrates the powerful and global community of female foilers who are shaping the future of our sport. by Jen Tyler, Armstrong Foils Posted 19 Dec 19:00 GMT Celebrating Double Scottish Sailing Triumph Celebrating Double Scottish Sailing Triumph Top recognition for two sailors at the national Scottish Sport Awards Scottish sailing took centre stage at the Scottish Sports Awards, with two remarkable individuals honoured for their achievements and contributions to the sport: Andy Brown, crowned Athlete of the Year, and Ann Roy, named Technical Official of the Year. by Philippa Howie Posted 19 Dec 16:24 GMT 49th Palamós Christmas Race Day 1 49th Palamós Christmas Race Day 1 No wind for the opening day in Girona Sailing is a sport that depends entirely on weather conditions, the sea and, above all, the wind. This was clearly demonstrated on the opening day as the fleet was unable to get out on the water due to a complete lack of wind. by Jaume Soler Posted 19 Dec 16:01 GMT Under the Skin of Argo Under the Skin of Argo How a MOD70 Is Prepared to Race the Atlantic Have there been any major structural or systems checks as part of bringing Argo back to race-ready condition for the Transat? by Louay Habib / RORC Posted 19 Dec 13:27 GMT P&B Sails Seeks New Sail Maker P&B Sails Seeks New Sail Maker Working within P&B's sail loft, you'll learn precision craft techniques Northampton-based P&B is looking for a motivated individual to join its sail making team, with comprehensive training provided. by P&B Posted 19 Dec 12:00 GMT Blistering Jules Verne Trophy start for Sodebo Blistering Jules Verne Trophy start for Sodebo Mainsail hook hampers The Famous Project CIC The Ultim Trimaran Sodebo, with Skipper Thomas Coville and his team, started their Jules Verne Trophy round the world record attempt on the evening of 15th December 2025, and have made an incredible start as they head down the Atlantic. by Mark Jardine Posted 19 Dec 11:50 GMT Five Years of the Performance Academy Five Years of the Performance Academy Building Pathways, People, and Progress Over the past five years, the Performance Academy has grown into a globally recognised hub for sailing development. What began as an organic collaboration between coaches has evolved into a structured, internationally active programme. by Jacob Tyson Posted 19 Dec 11:12 GMT The Allen Hardware Handbook – 2025 Recap Issue The Allen Hardware Handbook – 2025 Recap Issue Behind-the-scenes engineering, and updates from the wider Allen sailing community Behind-the-scenes engineering, and updates from the wider Allen sailing community, including new and specialist hardware developments, insights into boats and classes using Allen gear, and the latest news from our Team Allen sailors. by Allen Posted 19 Dec 09:00 GMT France SailGP team begins a new sporting cycle France SailGP team begins a new sporting cycle And announces Philippe Presti as its new team manager After a 2025 season rich in lessons learned and steady progress, finishing in a solid 5th place, the French team is entering a new cycle with a clear goal. by France SailGP Team Posted 19 Dec 06:13 GMT Going where few dare Going where few dare Clipper Race sailors conquer the Roaring Forties After battling the conditions faced in the Roaring Forties, the ten teams competing in the Clipper 2025-26 Race have arrived into Fremantle, Australia. by Clipper Ventures Posted 19 Dec 05:20 GMT Mini Globe Race headling home and into history! Mini Globe Race headling home and into history! The final leg to Antigua begins December 28th Five years spent wondering about this Southern Ocean challenge. 1000 miles of unpredictable fast changing weather swirling around the Cape of Good Hope, mixing with the ship breaking Agulhas current. Would they survive? Could they even get through? by McIntyre Mini Globe Race Posted 19 Dec 04:44 GMT Emirates Team NZ: Kiwis hard at two-boat training Emirates Team NZ: Kiwis hard at two-boat training The Hauraki Gulf has become the stage for high-intensity internal competition As 2025 draws to a close, Emirates Team NZ are not winding down for the holidays just yet. Instead, the Hauraki Gulf has become the stage for high-intensity internal competition, with the team maximising their time on the water. by Emirates Team NZ Media Posted 19 Dec 02:35 GMT Palm Beach XI Christened in Sydney Palm Beach XI Christened in Sydney A Legend Reborn for The 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race After an extraordinary five-month sprint, Mark Richards and his team are nearing completion of a transformation few would attempt on a yacht of this pedigree. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 18 Dec 21:30 GMT 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds day 4 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds day 4 Edwards & Hiscocks reclaim the lead in tricky Vilamoura winds Light and unstable conditions once again tested the 29er International fleet at the Vilamoura Youth Sailing World Championships, setting the stage for an intriguing final day with everything still to play for. by 29er Class Posted 18 Dec 21:13 GMT Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 Day 4 Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 Day 4 Thrilling penultimate day sets up grand finale The 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships are all set for a thrilling conclusion following an action-packed penultimate day in Vilamoura. by World Sailing Posted 18 Dec 21:07 GMT If you need it delivered for Christmas... If you need it delivered for Christmas... Here's what you need to know from P&B In-stock items ordered before 3pm, Monday 22nd December will be dispatched in time for Christmas. During the week running up to Christmas we'll send out all in-stock UK Mainland orders on a Next-Day service. by P&B Posted 18 Dec 16:30 GMT Andy and Mark Wrap-Up the 2025 Sailing Season Andy and Mark Wrap-Up the 2025 Sailing Season We speak to the legendary journalist and founder of the Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series It was great to catch up with legendary sailing journalist Andy Rice to discuss some of our highlights of the 2025 sailing season. by Mark Jardine Posted 18 Dec 16:00 GMT 2026 Youth Match Racing Worlds heads to Denmark 2026 Youth Match Racing Worlds heads to Denmark To be held in the stunning waters of Middelfart in June World Sailing is pleased to announce that the 2026 Youth Match Racing World Championship will be held in the stunning waters of Middelfart, Denmark, from 21-25 June 2026. by World Sailing Posted 18 Dec 14:28 GMT 49th Palamós Christmas Race starts Friday 49th Palamós Christmas Race starts Friday 216 crews from 15 countries are set to compete The 49th Palamós Christmas Race, an international sailing regatta, is gearing up for a new edition. This Thursday will be registration day, and from Friday the 19th through Monday, December 22, the competition will take place on the water. by Jaume Soler Posted 18 Dec 14:14 GMT The highs and lows of campaigning The highs and lows of campaigning Interview with Cameron Tweedle Cameron Tweedle began sailing at age six and gradually transitioned to racing, from the Topper class initially, moving all the way up to an Olympic campaign in the Finn. by Mark Jardine Posted 18 Dec 12:00 GMT Scottish Sailing Team Announced for 2025-26 Season Scottish Sailing Team Announced for 2025-26 Season RYA Scotland is proud to announce the sailors selected RYA Scotland is proud to announce the sailors selected for the 2025-26 Scottish Sailing Team, the governing body's top-level programme within the Scottish Performance Pathway for talented sailors competing across recognised Youth racing classes. by RYA Scotland Posted 18 Dec 11:08 GMT Barcelona J70 Winter Series Event 4 Barcelona J70 Winter Series Event 4 29 teams from 10 different countries took part The J70 class concluded its last scheduled regatta for 2025 this weekend. In Barcelona, the 4th round of the International Barcelona Winter Series, organised by the Real Club Náutico de Barcelona, took place, with a monthly event since September. by Ricardo Terrades Posted 18 Dec 10:46 GMT 2025/26 University Sailing League Round 2 2025/26 University Sailing League Round 2 Short-course fleet racing at Burnham-on-Crouch This weekend saw the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club hosting the second round of the 2025/26 University Sailing League, run to the short-course fleet racing format in the club's fleet of 707s. by Nick Milton Posted 18 Dec 09:29 GMT Maritimo duo primed for the 80th RSHYR Maritimo duo primed for the 80th RSHYR The most luxurious 100-foot yacht to compete in the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race In the milestone 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, which has attracted 133 entries, Maritimo will compete with two stand-out yachts. by Maritimo Posted 18 Dec 08:13 GMT Henri-Lloyd launches range of performance socks Henri-Lloyd launches range of performance socks Socking it to you! Henri-Lloyd has added to its range of accessories with the launch of two new sock styles, each crafted to deliver exceptional comfort, support and year-round wearability. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 18 Dec 08:00 GMT 18ft Skiff NSW Championship Final Day Preview 18ft Skiff NSW Championship Final Day Preview Champion team heading for another title The 2025 Giltinan Trophy world champion Yandoo 18ft skiff team of Tom Needham, Fang Warren and Lewis Brake are set to add another trophy to their names when they line up next Sunday on Sydney Harbour for the final two races of the NSW Championship. by Frank Quealey Posted 18 Dec 07:54 GMT 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds day 3 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds day 3 A full racing ray brings movement in the 29er standings For the first time since the start of the Vilamoura Youth Sailing World Championships, all 11 events were able to race on the same day, bringing significant movement across the leaderboards — including in the 29er International fleet. by 29er Class Posted 17 Dec 22:55 GMT Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 Day 3 Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 Day 3 Stragiotti and Li make unbeaten starts in Formula Kite Gian Andrea Stragiotti and Suofeiya Li recorded unbeaten days as Formula Kite athletes began their Youth Sailing World Championship campaigns on day three in Vilamoura. by World Sailing Posted 17 Dec 20:16 GMT Explaining Buoyancy Aid safety with Baltic Explaining Buoyancy Aid safety with Baltic Know your newtons with Baltic When you next pick up your lifejacket or buoyancy aid, look and see what Newtons it has. It could be anything from 50N up to 305N with anything in between. Do you know what the number represents? by Baltic Safety Products Posted 17 Dec 16:00 GMT Birkenhead IOM Xmas Open 2025 Birkenhead IOM Xmas Open 2025 A decent fleet of 18 sailors including 4 of the GBR Team for the 2026 IOM Worlds This year's IOM Xmas Open attracted a decent fleet of 18 sailors including 4 of the GBR Team for the 2026 IOM Worlds, so it was always going to be a difficult day to get a good result. by Peter Baldwin Posted 17 Dec 15:53 GMT