5o5 class set for Saint Raphael, France at Easter 5o5 class set for Saint Raphael, France at Easter The first regatta of the European 2025 Season The International 5o5 Association is thrilled to announce the commencement of the European 2025 sailing season with the first regatta taking place at the Club Nautique Saint Raphael, France, from April 18th to 20th, 2025. by Michael Quirk Posted 16 Apr 03:07 PDT SWITCH Boat Tour & Fittings Guide SWITCH Boat Tour & Fittings Guide With Team Allen sailor Ross “Rossgo” Banham Team Allen sailor Ross “Rossgo” Banham brought his latest foiling craft, the SWITCH One Design by Element 6, to the Allen factory for a full hardware refit. by Allen Posted 16 Apr 00:30 PDT MFC Maui Pro Am delivers MFC Maui Pro Am delivers Heroes rise in stacked finals day at Ho'okipa The first springtime World Cup at Ho'okipa in over 20 years exploded back to life today as the 2025 MFC Maui Pro Am crowned two incredible champions in Marcilio Browne (BRA) and Marine Hunter (FRA). by International Windsurfing Tour Posted 15 Apr 15:06 PDT Transat Paprec 17th edition officially open Transat Paprec 17th edition officially open The village of the Transat Paprec was inaugurated on Tuesday The village of the Transat Paprec was inaugurated this Tuesday afternoon, the 15th of April. by Transat Paprec Posted 15 Apr 13:51 PDT Sailing into the Unknown with Craig Wood Sailing into the Unknown with Craig Wood Henri-Lloyd have teamed up with the triple amputee on his Pacific Ocean journey Henri-Lloyd have teamed up with Craig Wood on his journey to become the first triple amputee in history to sail solo, non-stop, and unsupported across the Pacific Ocean. Read on as we follow Craig's pioneering journey. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 15 Apr 10:30 PDT Sail Newport announces award to honor Sally Helme Sail Newport announces award to honor Sally Helme The top female skipper at the 41st Newport Regatta will win the inaugural Sally Helme Award Sail Newport announces that the top female skipper at the 41st Newport Regatta, July 12-13, will win the inaugural Sally Helme Award created in her honor. by Sail Newport Posted 15 Apr 10:20 PDT GWA Wingfoil World Cup France begins GWA Wingfoil World Cup France begins Title holders open defence of crowns at Mondial du Vent 2025 The reigning world champions in Surf-Freestyle and FreeFly-Slalom are set to begin the defence of their crowns at the iconic Mondial du Vent event at Leucate in the south of France in nuking Tramontana winds. by Ian MacKinnon Posted 15 Apr 07:13 PDT Cup bust-ups; SailGP time-out Cup bust-ups; SailGP time-out A few situations that have been on the build for a while all came to a head within the same week. It has been a tumultuous few weeks on the NZ sailing scene and internationally. A few situations that have been on the build for a while all came to a head within the same week. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ Posted 15 Apr 06:45 PDT Pro Sailing Drama and Intrigue Pro Sailing Drama and Intrigue SailGP, the America's Cup, and the sailors themselves have all been in the mainstream news What a couple of weeks it has been in the world of professional sailing: SailGP, the America's Cup, and the sailors themselves have all been in the mainstream news for one reason or another. by Mark Jardine Posted 15 Apr 06:00 PDT An example of sustainable tourism An example of sustainable tourism At the 54 Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels The Mallorcan Olympic classes regatta mustered more than 1,000 sailors from 54 countries base line numbers which reflect a good increase in hotel occupancy in low season, attracting a more conscious and respectful visitor profile. by Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía Posted 15 Apr 05:32 PDT 2025 US Wingfoil Championship registration open 2025 US Wingfoil Championship registration open The National Championship set to take place at St. Francis Yacht Club St. Francis Yacht Club and US Sailing have opened registration for the second annual US Wingfoil Championship, to be held in San Francisco, California, June 20-22, 2025. by St. Francis Yacht Club Posted 14 Apr 12:04 PDT Charlie Enright appointed as CEO of US Sailing Charlie Enright appointed as CEO of US Sailing An accomplished sailor and an advocate of the sport, known for his leadership skills US Sailing announced Charlie Enright, an accomplished leader in the sailing industry, as the Association's new CEO. Enright will take the helm of US Sailing, the sport's National Governing Body (NGB), following an extensive national executive search. by US Sailing Posted 14 Apr 11:16 PDT GL52 Southern Showdown at Pensacola overall GL52 Southern Showdown at Pensacola overall 10 races, 6 teams, 2 spoilers and 1.5 points decide top spot for Fox On the fourth and final day of the 2025 GL52 Southern Showdown two races were sailed in 8-10 knots of wind on Pensacola Bay to determine regatta winners and 2025 GL52 Southern Series champions. by GL52 Series Posted 14 Apr 09:40 PDT ILCA 6 Youth Europeans at Vilamoura Day 1 ILCA 6 Youth Europeans at Vilamoura Day 1 Fantastic conditions with all fleets completing two races The first day of racing at the ILCA 6 Youth European Championship kicked off with fantastic conditions, with all fleets completing two races. The day began with a stable south-west breeze of around 10 knots, which steadily increased. by Prow Media Posted 14 Apr 08:56 PDT Schedule Seasonal Service Today with North Sails Schedule Seasonal Service Today with North Sails Your local loft can ensure your sails remain in top condition all season Whatever your sail needs, we have you covered. Your local loft can ensure your sails remain in top condition all season. Contact us for pre-season race upgrades or before you dock out for your next cruising adventure. by North Sails Posted 14 Apr 06:00 PDT Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point overall Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point overall Darby Smith thought his chances of winning the J/22 class were derailed on Friday Darby Smith thought his chances of winning the J/22 class at Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point were derailed during the third race held Friday. That's because the main halyard aboard Tasmanian Devil snapped and the boat was unable to finish. by Charleston Race Week Posted 13 Apr 20:09 PDT 45th St. Maarten Heineken Regatta highlights 45th St. Maarten Heineken Regatta highlights This annual Caribbean celebration has brought together locals, visitors, and world-class sailors The official film of the 45th St. Maarten Heineken Regatta has just dropped, and it's a vibrant tribute to four and a half decades of sailing, island spirit, and unforgettable "Serious Fun!" by St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Posted 13 Apr 06:58 PDT Gold Cup Festival 2025 Preview Gold Cup Festival 2025 Preview The Whitsun Weekend You Won't Want to Miss! It's a warm June day. The sun sparkles on the water, the sky stretches wide and blue above you. You're at the helm of your X-Yacht, a gentle summer breeze filling the sails. Everything feels effortless. Life slows down — in the best possible way. by X-Yachts Posted 13 Apr 04:00 PDT Trieste to host 2025 Melges 24 Worlds Trieste to host 2025 Melges 24 Worlds The first time the event will be held on the Adriatic Sea Trieste, renowned in the sailing world as Italy's City of Sails, is preparing to spend a week as the Capital of the Melges 24 as it gets ready to host the Melges 24 World Championship 2025. by International Melges 24 Class Association Posted 13 Apr 02:19 PDT Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point Day 2 Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point Day 2 Standings tighten on 'Moving Day' It was moving day at Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point and that's exactly what several skippers and teams did. by Charleston Race Week Posted 12 Apr 18:35 PDT 2025 Star North American Championship overall 2025 Star North American Championship overall Jack Jennings and Pedro Trouche crowned champions in dramatic finale After four thrilling and challenging days of racing, Jack Jennings (USA) and Pedro Trouche (BRA) have been crowned the 2025 Star North American Champions in Pass Christian, Mississippi. by ISCYRA Posted 12 Apr 16:40 PDT GL52 Southern Showdown at Pensacola day 2 GL52 Southern Showdown at Pensacola day 2 Wizard out in front on a windy, shifty day Races 4 and 5 of the GL52 Southern Showdown were sailed in shifty conditions of 11-17 knots of wind yesterday on the flat waters of Pensacola Bay. by GL52 Series Posted 12 Apr 14:59 PDT Marine Auctions: April Online Auctions Marine Auctions: April Online Auctions Bidding to open on Wednesday 23 April Bidding to open on Wednesday 23 April and will close Tuesday 29th April at 2pm AEST by Marine Auctions Posted 12 Apr 13:15 PDT Blokart NA Land Sailing Championship Blokart NA Land Sailing Championship Over 35 competitors from North America, New Zealand, and Europe took part in five days of racing Rhode Islander Dave Lussier (Heavyweight) has been crowned the 2025 overall Blokart North American Champion after a hard-fought 15-race series in California. by Neil Foley Posted 12 Apr 10:16 PDT The new SEABOB F9 series launches The new SEABOB F9 series launches Taking water toys to a whole new level SEABOB, the world's most popular luxury water toy, made its much-awaited NEW F9 series premiere in the United States at the Palm Beach Yacht Show in March by SeaBob Posted 12 Apr 06:45 PDT SAIC adds timely spotlight session to 2025 agenda SAIC adds timely spotlight session to 2025 agenda New session to tackle the impact of tariffs and boat shows on the sailing industry The 2025 SAIC, taking place April 22-24, 2025 at the AYC Sailing Center in Annapolis, MD, has announced the addition of a compelling new session to its agenda: "Today's Business Environment: How Tariffs and Boat Shows are Impacting Your Business." by Sail America Posted 12 Apr 05:39 PDT Surge of new entries at Superyacht Cup Palma 2025 Surge of new entries at Superyacht Cup Palma 2025 Europe's longest running superyacht regatta looks ahead to its 29th edition The Superyacht Cup Palma 2025 has welcomed an upsurge in new entries as Europe's longest running superyacht regatta looks ahead to its 29th edition. by The Superyacht Cup Palma Posted 12 Apr 03:47 PDT 2025 Star North American Championship day 3 2025 Star North American Championship day 3 Heavy breeze shakes up the leaderboard Day Three of the 2025 Star North American Championship tested every ounce of skill, patience, and endurance from both the competitors and the Race Committee, as the fleet battled through wildly oscillating winds and punchy gusts out on the Gulf. by ISCYRA Posted 12 Apr 03:17 PDT Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point Day 1 Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point Day 1 Spectacular start with sunny skies, warm temperatures and solid wind Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point got off to a spectacular start on Friday with sunny skies, warm temperatures and solid wind. Competitors on Circle 1 completed four races, while those on Circle 2 got in three. by Charleston Race Week Posted 11 Apr 19:06 PDT The Evolution of the RS Catamaran Range The Evolution of the RS Catamaran Range A Journey of Design, Innovation, and Multihull Success At RS Sailing, the pursuit of creating world-class catamarans began over a decade ago, with a vision to develop boats that were not only fun to sail but also offered exceptional engineering and performance. by RS Marine Group Posted 11 Apr 10:22 PDT GL52 Southern Showdown at Pensacola day 1 GL52 Southern Showdown at Pensacola day 1 First three races sailed in epic conditions The first three races of the GL52 Southern Showdown at Pensacola, FL were sailed in epic conditions, 14-21 knots in flat water saw Peter Askew's WIZARD win the first and third races, claiming the top spot on the leaderboard with 4.0 points. by GL52 Series Posted 11 Apr 08:06 PDT One week to Semaine Olympique Française de Hyères One week to Semaine Olympique Française de Hyères More than 800 athletes are expected ifor this unmissable event With one week to go until the 56th edition of the Semaine Olympique Française de Hyères - Toulon Provence Méditerranée (France's famous Olympic sailing week) the intense level of competition is becoming clearer. by Fédération Française de Voile Posted 11 Apr 07:49 PDT 2025 Star North American Championship day 2 2025 Star North American Championship day 2 Momentum builds at Pass Christian Yacht Club, Mississippi An early sea breeze and steadily building conditions set the stage for two dynamic races on Day Two of the 2025 Star North American Championship, hosted by the Pass Christian Yacht Club. by ISCYRA Posted 11 Apr 03:26 PDT Cup Spy: Kiwis make another tough call Cup Spy: Kiwis make another tough call The split between Peter Burling and Emirates Team NZ wasn't seen coming outside the team Todays's announcement of a split in the long relationship with Emirates Team NZ and its skipper, three times Cup winner Peter Burling wasn't seen coming outside the team, although rumours had been circulating on the Auckland waterfront for a month or two. by Richard Gladwell Sail-World NZ Posted 10 Apr 19:07 PDT 158 entries set for Charleston Race Week 158 entries set for Charleston Race Week 18 classes racing at Patriots Point Robin Team has skippered an entry at Charleston Race Week at least 15 times and done so quite successfully. The Lexington, North Carolina resident presented with the Palmetto Cup, awarded to winner of the most competitive handicap class, five times. by Charleston Race Week Posted 10 Apr 18:09 PDT America's Cup: Burling leaves Team NZ America's Cup: Burling leaves Team NZ Emirates Team New Zealand and Peter Burling have today confirmed that they have agreed to part ways Emirates Team New Zealand and Peter Burling have today confirmed that they have agreed to part ways ahead of the 38th America's Cup. by Emirates Team New Zealand Posted 10 Apr 17:29 PDT International Women's Champs deadline extended International Women's Champs deadline extended New York Yacht Club has decided to extend invitation requests to May 15 More than two dozen teams from 11 countries have officially requested an invitation for the inaugural New York Yacht Club International Women's Championship. by New York Yacht Club Posted 10 Apr 12:34 PDT Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta excitement building Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta excitement building The Sailing Instructions and course charts are now online We're pleased to let you know that the Sailing Instructions and course charts for the 2025 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta are now posted on our website. by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Posted 10 Apr 12:32 PDT Bill Crane and Karl Ziegler discuss the Storm 18 Bill Crane and Karl Ziegler discuss the Storm 18 Checking in with Bill Crane and Karl Ziegler about the Storm 18 Sail-World checked in with Bill Crane and Karl Ziegler, of the Storm Marine Group, via email, to learn more about the new Storm 18 one design keelboat. by David Schmidt Posted 10 Apr 08:00 PDT McIntyre Mini Globe Leg 2 Update McIntyre Mini Globe Leg 2 Update The vast Pacific Ocean has thrown down the gauntlet to the fleet The Pacific - two weeks in! A Test of Grit, Wit, and Seamanship on the World's Greatest Ocean, on the world's smallest yachts, in the world's only around the world yacht race currently sailing. by McIntyre Mini Globe Race Posted 10 Apr 07:58 PDT