Please select your home edition
Edition
Sail-World Asia
Sail-World Australia
Sail-World Canada
Sail-World Europe
Sail-World New Zealand
Sail-World United Kingdom
Sail-World USA
YachtsandYachting.com
Cruising Northern Hemisphere
Cruising Southern Hemisphere
Marine Business Europe
Marine Business North America
Marine Business Oceania
Powerboat.World Europe
Powerboat.World North America
Powerboat.World Oceania
FishingBoating.World Australia
FishingBoating.World New Zealand
FishingBoating.World USA
NZ Boating World
Show Menu
HOME
EDITORIAL
PARIS 2024
CRUISING
RACING
FAVOURITES
CLUBS
CLASSES
CALENDAR
FORUM
PHOTOS
WEATHER
PARTNERS
CLASSIFIEDS
JOBS
SHOPPING
NEWSLETTERS
SUBMIT NEWS
CONTACT
STATS
2023 Finn Gold Cup Day 2
Ed Wright extends his lead
© Robert Deaves
iQFOiL Lanzarote International Games
Pilar Lamadrid and Pawel Tarnowski crowned champions
© Sailing Energy
18ft Skiff Australian Championship Overall
No racing completed on Sydney Harbour on Sunday
© Frank Quealey
The Ocean Race Leg 2 Day 4
IMOCA sailors lining up for doldrums crossing
© Anne Beauge / Biotherm
Former PRO canters to Gallop victory
In the Seldén SailJuice Winter Series
© Tim Olin / www.olinphoto.co.uk
Voyage to the Arctic Circle in 2023
Voyage to the Arctic Circle in 2023
Booking is now live for the 2023 SKIRR Adventures High Latitudes voyage
Following an incredible inaugural expedition last year, booking is now live for the 2023 SKIRR Adventures High Latitudes voyage.
by Clipper Round the World Race
Posted 29 Jan 10:18 GMT
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 08:37 GMT
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 29 Jan 06:11 GMT
2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami Day 2
2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami Day 2
Ed Wright extends his lead over Domonkos Nemeth
It was breeze on in Miami for Day 2 of the 2023 Finn Gold Cup. After four races now sailed, Ed Wright, from Britain, extends his lead while Domonkos Nemeth, from Hungary stays in second.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 29 Jan 05:40 GMT
Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta is cancelled
Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta is cancelled
Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta has been cancelled following a state of emergency in Auckland
For only the second time in its 183 year history, the Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta has been cancelled following the devastating floods on Friday night and the announcement of a state of emergency for Auckland.
by Helen Horrocks
Posted 29 Jan 03:54 GMT
iQFOiL Lanzarote International Games overall
iQFOiL Lanzarote International Games overall
Pilar Lamadrid (ESP) and Pawel Tarnowski (POL) crowned champions
The first major Olympic windsurfing event of the year which attracted with 150 participants from 35 countries, the Lanzarote iQFOil Games, came to an exciting conclusion today in the Canary Islands.
by Media Lanzarote Sailing Center
Posted 28 Jan 22:02 GMT
First training sessions for The Famous Project
First training sessions for The Famous Project
Selection trials for 100% female crew ahead of the Jules Verne Trophy
From February 6 to 10, 2023 at the Mediterranean Training Centre (CEM) in La Grande-Motte, Alexia Barrier will gather four women sailors to start the selections for The Famous Project.
by The Famous Project
Posted 28 Jan 17:01 GMT
Young cancer survivors benefit from sailing
Young cancer survivors benefit from sailing
People's Postcode Lottery funding boost for Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust
More than 500 young people living through and beyond cancer benefited from transformational Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust sailing and outdoor adventures last year thanks to a £450,000 award raised by players of People's Postcode Lottery.
by Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust
Posted 28 Jan 15:38 GMT
Richomme salutes Meilhat and the crew on Biotherm
Richomme salutes Meilhat and the crew on Biotherm
As the new Paprec Arkéa arrives in Lorient
The buzz in Lorient right now is about the brand new Paprec Arkéa IMOCA, which has arrived at La Base in Lorient ahead of its launch on February 22nd, the first boat in the Class for Yoann Richomme, one of France's top solo racers.
by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series
Posted 28 Jan 15:05 GMT
M&S Marblehead Open GAMES 1 at Chipstead
M&S Marblehead Open GAMES 1 at Chipstead
A horrible wet, cold and windy Saturday morning
All the participants were thanked by RO David Allinson for turning up at Chipstead on such a horrible wet, cold and windy Saturday morning. At 8am the rain was almost horizontal at times as gusts exceeding 30 mph whipped across the lake.
by Roger Stollery
Posted 28 Jan 14:58 GMT
The Ocean Race Leg 2 Day 4: Lining up
The Ocean Race Leg 2 Day 4: Lining up
The IMOCA sailors are picking their slot to line up for the doldrums crossing
Stakes are high as The Ocean Race fleet begins to settle into position for crossing the equator and passing through the doldrums (officially the Intertropical Convergence Zone or ITCZ).
by The Ocean Race
Posted 28 Jan 13:58 GMT
Meet the 29er Fleet #5: Clementine and Nathan
Meet the 29er Fleet #5: Clementine and Nathan
We meet Irish sibling teammates Clementine and Nathan Van Steenberge
Silver Medallists in the 2022 EuroCup series, we meet Irish sibling teammates Clementine and Nathan Van Steenberge
by International 29er Class
Posted 28 Jan 13:48 GMT
Performance Code Zero Furlers
Performance Code Zero Furlers
Options from KZ Racefurlers put under the spotlight
We are pleased to introduce KZ Racefurlers to the upffront.com website. Racing sailors will need little introduction, as KZ have been gracing the bows of grand prix race boats for almost 30 years.
by Phil Anniss
Posted 28 Jan 12:00 GMT
2023 PWA IWT Unified Wave Tour
2023 PWA IWT Unified Wave Tour
The biggest wave tour calendar in windsurfing history
With over 40 events, across 30 countries, the 2023 PWA IWT Unified Wave Tour will create the largest single coordinated tour of windsurfing wave events, since humankind first put sail to board and took to the oceans!
by International Windsurfing Tour
Posted 28 Jan 11:52 GMT
Ocean currents and the Global Solo Challenge
Ocean currents and the Global Solo Challenge
Driven by a variety of factors, including wind, tides, and the Earth's rotation
Ocean surface currents are the movement of water at the surface of the ocean. These currents are driven by a variety of factors, including wind, tides, and the Earth's rotation.
by Global Solo Challenge
Posted 28 Jan 11:16 GMT
Supernova Nationals 2023 set for Paignton
Supernova Nationals 2023 set for Paignton
One of the largest single-handed nationals fleets the UK racing scene has to offer
This year the Supernova Class visit Paignton for their three-day nationals on June 30th, July 1st, July 2nd. Entry is now open.
by Matt Thursfield
Posted 28 Jan 11:00 GMT
Major windvane failure for GGR leader Simon Curwen
Major windvane failure for GGR leader Simon Curwen
After weathering the worst of a deep depression in 40 knots and 6-metre seas
At 1815 UTC 27th January 1200 miles Northwest of Cape Horn, Simon Curwen contacted GGR control to advise of the total failure of his Hydrovane steering gear.
by Golden Globe Race
Posted 28 Jan 10:43 GMT
Cup Spy Jan 25: Kiwis battle the rough stuff
Cup Spy Jan 25: Kiwis battle the rough stuff
American Magics's Tom Slingsby on American Magic. Kiwis test the white water.
Emirates Team New Zealand launches two AC-40's and runs into a 20-25kt breeze and confused sea state off North Head. Tom Slingsby gives an objective assessment of his new team American Magic.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-world.com/nz
Posted 28 Jan 09:20 GMT
Must-have Musto sailing accessories
Must-have Musto sailing accessories
Stay agile with lightweight trainers and ergonomic gloves
Complete your sailing kit with technical accessories and footwear. Stay agile with lightweight trainers and ergonomic gloves. Protect yourself from the sun with an essential cap. And keep your valuables dry with a waterproof backpack.
by Musto
Posted 28 Jan 09:00 GMT
18ft Skiff Australian Championship Races 3 & 4
18ft Skiff Australian Championship Races 3 & 4
Producing some of the best, action-packed, speed sailing for the spectators
Races 3 and 4 of Australian 18ft Skiff Championship were conducted over two windward-leeward courses in NE winds which ranged between 10 and 22 knots on Sydney Harbour today and produced some of the best, action-packed, speed sailing for the spectators.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 28 Jan 07:59 GMT
2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami Day 1
2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami Day 1
Ed Wright opens with two bullets
The 2010 Finn world champion Ed Wright, from Britain, has taken the early lead at the 2023 Finn Gold Cup in Miami, USA, after winning both races on the opening day at Coconut Grove Sailing Club.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 28 Jan 05:59 GMT
iQFOiL Lanzarote International Games day 4
iQFOiL Lanzarote International Games day 4
Big finale on the cards
The penultimate day of racing on the waters of the Canary Islands finished with all the scheduled races completed once again. The top 10 will compete at the Medal Series.
by Media Lanzarote Sailing Center
Posted 28 Jan 00:30 GMT
Get set for the Carmela Cup
Get set for the Carmela Cup
Invitations are being accepted for the 2023 RYA Two-boat Keelboat Team Racing Championship
Requests for invitations are now being accepted for the 2023 RYA Two-boat Keelboat Team Racing Championship for the Carmela Cup.
by British Keelboat Sailing
Posted 27 Jan 16:28 GMT
Cold, wet and challenging Golden Globe Race
Cold, wet and challenging Golden Globe Race
Simon Curwen 1200 miles to Cape Horn as first gales sweep across
It's a long way to Les Sables d'Olonne, France and new challenges continue to mount for the remaining GGR sailors in unexpected ways. Simon Curwen is holding the lead by a good margin, but anything can happen.
by Golden Globe Race
Posted 27 Jan 16:00 GMT
Youth Sailing Worlds 2023 & 2024 venues announced
Youth Sailing Worlds 2023 & 2024 venues announced
Events set for Armação dos Búzios, Brazil and Lake Garda, Italy
World Sailing is excited to announce that the host venue of the 2023 Youth Sailing World Championships will be the coastal resort town of Armação dos Búzios, Brazil, and the 2024 edition is being planned for Lake Garda, Italy.
by World Sailing
Posted 27 Jan 15:56 GMT
Upping the ante for the 50th Rolex Fastnet Race
Upping the ante for the 50th Rolex Fastnet Race
James Boyd reviews some of the latest hardware built or acquired especially for this year's race
Names on the Fastnet Challenge Cup include Jolie Brise, Dorade, Myth of Malham, Carina II, Pen Duick III, Condor, Nicorette, Morning Glory, Nokia, Rán 2, Night and Day, Courrier Du Leon and Lann Ael 2, plus the American VO70 Wizard and the Sunrise.
by James Boyd / RORC
Posted 27 Jan 13:09 GMT
Find your perfect base layer with Rooster
Find your perfect base layer with Rooster
Base layers can make or break your experience
Base layers can make or break your experience, but it's so important to select the correct material for your sport, weather conditions and personal preference. A common misconception is that the more layers the better, but this isn't always the case.
by Rooster
Posted 27 Jan 12:00 GMT
The Ocean Race Leg 2: Cat and mouse game
The Ocean Race Leg 2: Cat and mouse game
Taking on a slow burn with the IMOCA fleet inching southwest towards the doldrums
Lighter conditions doesn't mean easier racing as the IMOCA fleet finds itself constantly shifting gears, making sail changes and gybing as the teams zig-zag southwest towards the equator and the doldrums.
by The Ocean Race
Posted 27 Jan 11:59 GMT
2023 A's YouthFoil Europeans set for Rhodes
2023 A's YouthFoil Europeans set for Rhodes
IKA and Surf and Kite Theologos are running a training camp where everyone is welcome
The A's YouthFoil Europeans is scheduled from the 11th to the 15th of April at the Greek island of Rhodes, in the southeastern corner of the Mediterranean Sea.
by International Kiteboarding Association
Posted 27 Jan 11:41 GMT
18ft Skiff Australian Championship Races 1 & 2
18ft Skiff Australian Championship Races 1 & 2
Finport Finance start the event strongly on Sydney Harbour
Racing on Day 1 of the 2022-23 Australian 18ft Skiff Championship was conducted over two two-lap windward-leeward courses in a 10-12 SSE wind on Sydney Harbour today and it was the new Finport Finance skiff which took the overall honours.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 27 Jan 09:10 GMT
SailGP Technologies to repair Kiwi F50
SailGP Technologies to repair Kiwi F50
SailGP Technologies will repair complex damage on Kiwi F50 ready for Christchurch regatta
The race continues to get New Zealand SailGP Team F50 Amokura back on the startline for the first SailGP regatta to be held in New Zealand - following a lightning strike on the second and final day of racing in Singapore.
by Natalie Fortier
Posted 27 Jan 08:52 GMT
44Cup returns to mainland Spain in 2023
44Cup returns to mainland Spain in 2023
Five events scheduled for what will be the 16th season of RC44 racing
The 2023 season of the 44Cup has been unveiled, with five events scheduled for what will be the 16th season of racing between the high performance owner-driver one design monohulls.
by 44Cup
Posted 27 Jan 06:37 GMT
2023 ORCsy Rules and VPP now available
2023 ORCsy Rules and VPP now available
Sophisticated system specifically designed for the racing of Superyachts
The Offshore Racing Congress (ORC) is pleased to announce that its 2023 rules and VPP for the racing of Superyachts are now available.
by Offshore Racing Congress
Posted 27 Jan 05:22 GMT
2023 Finn Gold Cup opens at Coconut Grove in Miami
2023 Finn Gold Cup opens at Coconut Grove in Miami
It's been a long time in the planning and a dream for the Miami fleet for an even longer time
It's been a long time in the planning and a dream for the Miami fleet for an even longer time, but finally the 2023 Finn Gold Cup has been opened at Coconut Grove Sailing Club as a single canon was fired on the dock at the club.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 27 Jan 02:06 GMT
iQFOiL Lanzarote International Games day 3
iQFOiL Lanzarote International Games day 3
Sharon Kantor (ISR) new female leader, Sam Sills (GBR) #1 for 3rd day in a row
The first event of 2023 for the new Olympic foiling windsurfing discipline reached its halfway point today with a change in the leadership of the women's fleet.
by Media Lanzarote Sailing Center
Posted 26 Jan 21:47 GMT
Brunel Badger team racing
Brunel Badger team racing
11 teams from as far away as Durham battle it out at Datchet
Brunel University's Badger Team Racing competition took place at Datchet Water SC last Saturday. It was supposed to be a two day event, and there was sailing on Saturday in bright sunshine, but Sunday was very foggy and sailing was not possible.
by UKTRA
Posted 26 Jan 19:47 GMT
FPT Awards public vote finals are on now
FPT Awards public vote finals are on now
Help us decide the best move of 2022 for both men and women
The culmination of the 2022 FPT Awards is approaching steadily! On the 31st of January at 20:00 CET we will celebrate the best that Freestyle Windsurfing had on offer in 2022.
by Freestyle Pro Tour
Posted 26 Jan 19:29 GMT
Flush Mount Deck Plates launched by Barton Marine
Flush Mount Deck Plates launched by Barton Marine
Available with three different internal thread sizes (M8, M10 & M12)
Fresh for 2023 is a new range of Flush Mount Deck Plates from sailing equipment manufacturer Barton Marine. The Deck Plates are available with three different internal thread sizes (M8, M10 & M12) either with an included fixing eye, or without.
by Barton Marine
Posted 26 Jan 16:00 GMT
Champions prepare for 8th Rolex Invitational Cup
Champions prepare for 8th Rolex Invitational Cup
A biennial regatta hosted by the New York Yacht Club
The 7th edition of the Rolex NYYC Invitational Cup, held in September 2021, had nearly everything a great one-design regatta should have: tremendous competitors, a polished race committee, fabulous sailing conditions and evenly matched boats.
by Stuart Streuli, New York Yacht Club
Posted 26 Jan 15:45 GMT
Caribbean talent at St. Maarten Heineken Regatta
Caribbean talent at St. Maarten Heineken Regatta
Headline performance by International-Reggae breakthrough artist Koffee
International-Reggae breakthrough artist Koffee - to headline for the 43rd St. Maarten Heineken Regatta.
by St. Maarten Heineken Regatta
Posted 26 Jan 15:39 GMT