Tongue Twister Triumphs Tongue Twister Triumphs Albacore wins Concours d'Elegance at the RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show The Concours d'Elegance for the boat of the show has been won by Matt Thompson's Albacore 'Uffa Fox Sake' after judges Mark Jardine, joined this year by the voice of SailGP, Stevie Morrison, spent an enjoyable morning perusing every boat on display. by Mark Jardine Posted 23 Feb 08:00 PST Registration open for J/70 Corinthian Worlds Registration open for J/70 Corinthian Worlds Event will showcase the skills of many of the world's top sailors Eastern Yacht Club is proudly hosting the 2025 J/70 Corinthian World Championship from September 22-27, 2025. by J/Boats Posted 23 Feb 07:49 PST 18ft Skiff Season Point Score race 17 18ft Skiff Season Point Score race 17 The Yandoo team gave an outstanding performance of crew work The Yandoo team of Tom Needham, Fang Warren and Lewis Brake gave an outstanding performance of crew work in the 18-20 knot North East wind to score a confidence-building victory in Season Point Score Race 17. by Frank Quealey Posted 23 Feb 00:19 PST How to follow the RORC Caribbean 600 How to follow the RORC Caribbean 600 Spectators can keep up-to-date via the race website, live blog and social media A spectacular fleet of 66 boats, ranging from 10.34m to 30.47m will be on the startline in Antigua for the 16th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600. by RORC Press Office Posted 23 Feb 00:06 PST Spicare Omaezaki Japan Cup overall Spicare Omaezaki Japan Cup overall Finals day delivered the champions with aerial mastery Brazilian 4 x World Champion Marcilio Browne dominated the Men's Final to take the crown in Japan on finals day with flawless double forward loops and a dazzling display of radical riding. by International Windsurfing Tour Posted 22 Feb 19:11 PST RORC Nelson's Cup Series overall RORC Nelson's Cup Series overall Thrilling battles and maxi showdowns The 3rd edition of the RORC Nelson's Cup Series was a spectacular regatta with a total of 35 boats taking part, including for the first time, a maxi class with eight powerful boats revelling in the big conditions. by Louay Habib/RORC Posted 22 Feb 13:13 PST Contender Worlds at Pensacola day 3 Contender Worlds at Pensacola day 3 Day 2 lost to a screaming wind With a sparkling day one in the bag the forecast promised more of everything. As the first boats launched into screaming breeze the RO put his sensible hat on and sent all ashore, from here nothing else happened on day 2. by Ed Presley Posted 22 Feb 10:21 PST What to expect in Buenos Aires What to expect in Buenos Aires Crucial information for competitors in the J/70 World Championship this October With the J/70 2025 World Championship in Buenos Aires approaching, one helpful sailor wanted to share a free resource that could be valuable for competitors. by Walter Saettone Posted 22 Feb 03:01 PST SailGP's Russell Coutts on the League's future SailGP's Russell Coutts on the League's future Russell Coutts reflect on Mattias Coutts' success; the immediate future of the League and more Mikkel Thommessen, editor of leading Norwegian sailing magazine Seilmagasinet talks with SailGP CEO Russell Coutts reflecting on Mattias Coutts' success; the immediate future of the League; and the importance of good data for all sailors. by Sail-World.com/nz Posted 22 Feb 00:51 PST Rán wins Antigua 360 Race Rán wins Antigua 360 Race As 66 teams gear up for the RORC Caribbean 600 The Royal Ocean Racing Club's Antigua 360 Race, organised with the Antigua Yacht Club, started on time from Fort Charlotte as the final climax of the 2025 RORC Nelson's Cup Series. by Louay Habib/RORC Posted 21 Feb 20:30 PST Precision Two-Boat Tuning is Easier Than You Think Precision Two-Boat Tuning is Easier Than You Think Cyclops' Atto load sensor is the smallest, most affordable device of its kind Picture this: Tom and Ben are out sailing their Lasers. Tom is faster upwind, Ben downwind... but they don't know why. by Cyclops Marine Posted 21 Feb 09:00 PST NSAA starts the McIntyre Mini Globe Race in 3 days NSAA starts the McIntyre Mini Globe Race in 3 days 15 qualified solo sailors from 8 countries will be on the startline On Feb. 23rd at 11.30am local time, 15 solo sailors will set off from Falmouth Harbour ANTIGUA in home-built ALMA GLOBE 580, 19ft-5.8 metre plywood yachts to race 26000 miles around the world. by McIntyre Mini Globe Race Posted 21 Feb 07:02 PST WMRT celebrates 25th Anniversary season WMRT celebrates 25th Anniversary season The 2025 season features a 16-event schedule across 10 countries The World Match Racing Tour (WMRT) today announced its complete 2025 championship season, which started at the inaugural Macao Match Cup last month. by WMRT Posted 21 Feb 05:59 PST 94 Teams for Melges 15 Winter Series Event 3 94 Teams for Melges 15 Winter Series Event 3 At the newly opened Melges Watersports Center in Merritt Island, FL Ninety-four teams are set to compete in the third event of the Melges 15 Winter Series, taking place February 22-23, 2025, at the newly opened Melges Watersports Center in Merritt Island, FL. by Morgan Kinney Posted 21 Feb 05:18 PST RORC Caribbean 600 Navigators' dreams & nightmares RORC Caribbean 600 Navigators' dreams & nightmares A race that demands expert decision-making and fast thinking The RORC Caribbean 600 is a navigator's dream and nightmare rolled into one. A race that demands expert decision-making, fast thinking and a deep understanding of offshore tactics. by Louay Habib/RORC Posted 21 Feb 03:37 PST Elizabeth Tucker and Cole Brauer interview Elizabeth Tucker and Cole Brauer interview Crosbie Lorimer talks with the pair about the passing of the torch and the things to come With the arrival of First Light in Sydney yesterday after her passage from Spain, Crosbie Lorimer took the opportunity to talk to Elizabeth Tucker (Za, as she likes to be known) and Cole Brauer at Middle Harbour Yacht Club. by Bow Caddy Media Posted 21 Feb 01:32 PST RORC Nelson's Cup Series Day 3 RORC Nelson's Cup Series Day 3 Bullitt finds her target at the RORC Nelson's Cup Maxi Series Two final coastal races were held on the third and concluding day of the RORC Nelson's Cup Maxi Series with Yacht Club Costa Smeralda Commodore Andrea Recordati and his Wally 93 Bullitt coming out on top ahead of Karel Komárek's 100ft V and Balthasar. by James Boyd / IMA Posted 20 Feb 18:53 PST 2025 Women's Winter Invitational Regatta 2025 Women's Winter Invitational Regatta San Diego Yacht Club has clinched the crown San Diego Yacht Club has clinched the 2025 crown for the Women's Winter Invitational Regatta, hosted by San Diego Yacht Club (SDYC). by San Diego Yacht Club Posted 20 Feb 16:07 PST Contender Worlds at Pensacola day 1 Contender Worlds at Pensacola day 1 15kt northerly with plenty of shifts to keep the sailors guessing The 2024 Contender World Championships stands out for numerous reasons, it takes place in 2025, it is the first event in North America for 8 years, and is being held at the beautiful Pensacola Yacht Club. by Ed Presley Posted 20 Feb 14:03 PST Etchells Biscayne Bay Winter Series concludes Etchells Biscayne Bay Winter Series concludes A season of challenges, triumphs, and tight racing The 2025 Biscayne Bay Series concluded with the US East Coast Midwinters, held February 14-16, delivering an exciting finale with eight races—doubling the total number of races sailed in the previous three events combined. by Kate Wilson Somers Posted 20 Feb 12:17 PST Sponsors and partners ready to roll in Antigua Sponsors and partners ready to roll in Antigua 16th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 begins on Monday Sponsors and supporters of the 16th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 are ready in Antigua for the annual influx of boats and teams from around the world. by RORC Press Office Posted 20 Feb 10:22 PST Team Malizia welcomes Cole Brauer as co-skipper Team Malizia welcomes Cole Brauer as co-skipper Six thrilling months ahead and new races on the horizon From welcoming US solo sailor Cole Brauer as co-skipper to preparing for a crewed racing calendar filled with firsts, the next six months promise to be particularly exciting for Team Malizia. by Team Malizia Posted 20 Feb 10:06 PST Unveiling the new Palm Beach 70 Extended Sedan Unveiling the new Palm Beach 70 Extended Sedan Timeless beauty with industry leading fuel efficiency and performance Palm Beach Motor Yachts is excited to unveil the beautiful new Palm Beach 70 Extended Sedan. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 20 Feb 06:44 PST Spicare Omaezaki Japan Cup day 2 Spicare Omaezaki Japan Cup day 2 Takara and Takuma battled their way through to a dramatic one on one sail off A titanic battle between Japan's best riders, a top seed miracle comeback, and the end of a young gun rookie run were the highlights of day 2 at the Japan World Cup. by International Windsurfing Tour Posted 20 Feb 04:45 PST RORC Nelson's Cup Series Day 2 RORC Nelson's Cup Series Day 2 Scorching battles & photo-finishes The second day of the RORC Nelson's Cup Series was once again blessed with superb conditions off the South Coast of Antigua, with 20 knots of trade winds pumping in for exhilarating racing for three IRC Classes. by Louay Habib Posted 19 Feb 21:48 PST The Magenta Project announces first CEO The Magenta Project announces first CEO Victoria Low joins to ensure charity remains at forefront of empowering greater inclusion The Magenta Project (TMP), a pioneering force in advancing equity and inclusion in the world of sailing, has today announced Victoria Low as its first Chief Executive Officer. by The Magenta Project Posted 19 Feb 13:25 PST Elizabeth Tucker returns home Elizabeth Tucker returns home Voyage tested Elizabeth Tucker and Cole Brauer's endurance, seamanship, and resilience After an epic 70-day transoceanic voyage, around-the-world sailors Elizabeth Tucker (Sydney) and Cole Brauer (USA) have departed Hobart and are now sailing the final leg of their remarkable journey home to Sydney aboard First Light. by Za Ocean Racing Posted 19 Feb 13:04 PST Strength of American Skiff Movement proven Strength of American Skiff Movement proven 28 Athletes at 2025 49er & 49erFX US Nationals A balmy, 15 knot wind stirred the palm trees at the US Sailing Center of Miami for day three of the 2025 49er and 49erFX National Championship. by Willie McBride Posted 19 Feb 13:02 PST Erica Lush gears up for Solo Guy Cotten race Erica Lush gears up for Solo Guy Cotten race First Solitaire Du Figaro qualifier for the American offshore sailor American offshore sailor Erica Lush is making her first attempt to qualify for the prestigious Solitaire Du Figaro next month in the Solo Guy Cotten race in Concarneau. by Mark LeBeau Posted 19 Feb 12:43 PST A+T onboard for Caribbean Regattas A+T onboard for Caribbean Regattas Plus replacements for discontinued Sailmon displays are available With Caribbean racing season just on the horizon, our Head of Sales Pete Simmonds is heading out to take part – and is happy to bring your new orders or replacements with him. by A+T Instruments Posted 19 Feb 09:00 PST Bermuda Race Safety Review Reports released Bermuda Race Safety Review Reports released Regarding 2024 Vessel Abandonments Bermuda Race Organizing Committee, US Sailing, and Cruising Club of America release Safety Review Reports Regarding 2024 Vessel Abandonment by Bermuda Race Organizing Committee Posted 19 Feb 08:48 PST Ronnie Simpson returns to Global Solo Challenge Ronnie Simpson returns to Global Solo Challenge Already rounding all three of the Great Capes will aid him in 2027-2028 event We are incredibly pleased to welcome back Ronnie Simpson as an entrant in the Global Solo Challenge 2027-2028. His participation in the 2023-2024 edition left an indelible mark on the event and its global following. by Marco Nannini / Global Solo Challenge Posted 19 Feb 03:04 PST Spicare Omaezaki Japan Cup day 1 Spicare Omaezaki Japan Cup day 1 Radical air time and a Motoko Sato victory A day of legends shining brightly and new blood on the rise saw the opening day of the 2025 Japan World Cup shine for the World Wave Tour. by International Windsurfing Tour Posted 19 Feb 02:01 PST Auckland Boat Show - the biggest yet Auckland Boat Show - the biggest yet New Zealanders' love of boats goes supersize as large yachts debut at Auckland Boat Show More than 1.3 kilometres of boats on the water, and 200 more vessels on land mean this year's Auckland Boat Show is lining up to be the biggest New Zealand's ever seen. by Isla McKechnie Posted 19 Feb 00:26 PST RORC Nelson's Cup Series Day 1 RORC Nelson's Cup Series Day 1 High speed action and tight finishes right through the three IRC Classes The RORC Nelson's Cup Series kicked off in spectacular style with high speed action and tight finishes right through the three IRC Classes. by Louay Habib Posted 18 Feb 20:18 PST Zhik announces new partnership Zhik announces new partnership Official clothing partner to Norddeutscher Regatta Verein Zhik, the pioneering Australian water sport brand, is teaming up with the Norddeutscher Regatta Verein (NRV) for the 2025 season, bringing cutting-edge performance gear to one of Europe's most prestigious sailing clubs. by Zhik Posted 18 Feb 09:00 PST Register for SAIC today Register for SAIC today Hear from industry leaders at the Sail America's Industry Conference Join us for the 11th edition of Sail America's Industry Conference (SAIC).The three-day event, specifically geared toward sailing industry professionals, will take place at the Annapolis Yacht Club. by Sail America Posted 18 Feb 08:31 PST A look at the Mini Globe Race 2025 A look at the Mini Globe Race 2025 Mini Globe Race 2025, warm-water racing, Vendee Globe finishers Amidst all the recent focus on the Vendee Globe race and SailGP's Season 5 racing, it's important to remember that there's also great offshore racing unfurling on the opposite end of sailing's waterline spectrum. by David Schmidt Posted 18 Feb 08:00 PST Overdraft X joins Marblehead to Halifax Race Overdraft X joins Marblehead to Halifax Race This yacht will probably have one of the younger crews in the race A newcomer to this year's Marblehead to Halifax race is Overdraft X, a Farr 40 turbo owned by Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron member James Gogan. by Vicki Staveacre Posted 18 Feb 06:19 PST Jingkun Xu finishes 30th in Vendée Globe Jingkun Xu finishes 30th in Vendée Globe First Chinese skipper to finish the race Emerging jubilant from a cold final night at sea Chinese skipper Jingkun Xu fulfilled a goal which has possessed him for many years when he crossed the finish line of the 10th edition of the Vendée Globe this Tuesday morning at 0708 hrs. by Vendée Globe media Posted 18 Feb 02:15 PST