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59th Congressional Cup Day 1
Strong start for Jeppe Borch on opening day
© Ian Roman / WMRT
Last Chance Regatta at Hyères Day 4
Bainbridge grabs Paris 2024 ticket for Team GB
© Sailing Energy / World Sailing
Maiden wins McIntyre Ocean Globe
Taking first in IRC against a 14-strong fleet
© OGR2023 / Aida Valceanu
Keelboat Endeavour at Burnham
Ben McGrane, representing the Flying Fifteens, wins the title
© Petru Balau Sports Photography / sports.hub47.com
Rooster RS Tera Start of Seasons
The largest ever fleet for the event at Rutland
© Steve Angell, Luke Bradley, Jamie Wilson, James Sainsbury
RS100 Harken Sprints 2024 at Rutland
RS100 Harken Sprints 2024 at Rutland
The conditions were at the more wintry end of an English Spring
The Sprints are well known for being challenging on mind and body. With 12 races in two days and no discards, consistency is key. Any slip can be costly, and so it proved to be...
by David Smart
Posted 25 Apr 06:02 BST
Streakers at Banbury
Streakers at Banbury
A four-way tiebreak for second place
Visitors from Bowmoor SC took the top two places at the HD Sails Streaker Southern Paddle Open Meeting at Banbury Sailing Club on 20 April, but not before RRS A8.1 and A8.2 separated a four-way tie for second place!
by Neil Firth
Posted 25 Apr 05:48 BST
59th Congressional Cup at Long Beach Day 1
59th Congressional Cup at Long Beach Day 1
Strong start for Jeppe Borch on opening day
Denmark's Jeppe Borch leads the 12-team international line-up after Day One with an impressive six wins and one loss, signalling a promising start in his pursuit of the coveted Crimson Blazer.
by WMRT & LBYC
Posted 25 Apr 05:33 BST
Last Chance Regatta at Hyères, France Day 4
Last Chance Regatta at Hyères, France Day 4
Bainbridge grabs last chance Paris 2024 ticket for Team GB
Connor Bainbridge finally claimed a place in the men's kite at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games for Great Britain, approximately eight months later than he expected, after a dominant display at the Last Chance Regatta in Hyères.
by World Sailing
Posted 24 Apr 21:40 BST
RORC Myth of Malham Race preview
RORC Myth of Malham Race preview
An impressive RORC fleet will gather off Cowes on 4th May
This early May Bank Holiday weekend is the date for one of the Royal Ocean Racing Club's most celebrated races.
by Louay Habib / RORC
Posted 24 Apr 21:25 BST
'Fine Lines' Top Ten part 3
'Fine Lines' Top Ten part 3
To celebrate the centenary of master boatbuilder Jack Chippendale
A glorious example of not just the boatbuilder's craft but the work that goes in to keeping a boat looking like this!
by Dougal Henshall
Posted 24 Apr 19:00 BST
52 Super Series Palma Vela Sailing Week preview
52 Super Series Palma Vela Sailing Week preview
The champions are looking to achieve lift off with new Platoon Aviation
The reigning 52 SUPER SERIES champions, Harm Müller-Spreer's German flagged crew, start their title defence on Sunday on Majorca's Bay of Palma.
by 52 Super Series
Posted 24 Apr 18:28 BST
RS300 Rooster National Tour at Rutland
RS300 Rooster National Tour at Rutland
Harken RS Sprints Regatta run with military precision by the RO's team
As the online entry deadline approached it seemed prudent to check that there wasn't another named storm heading across the country. On the contrary high pressure seemed to be coming over. How wrong could they be!
by Steve Sallis
Posted 24 Apr 18:27 BST
Groupe SNEF win the Niji40
Groupe SNEF win the Niji40
A new Class 40 Transatlantic Race with a strong international flavour
French aces Xavier Macaire and Pierre Leboucher, both formerly top Figaro solo racers, ably supported by Spanish Min650 racer Carlos Manera Pascual have won the first ever Niji40 Class40 race from Belle-Île-en-Mer to Marie Galante, Guadeloupe.
by CCCommunication
Posted 24 Apr 18:04 BST
Triana & White Shadow finish Ocean Globe Race
Triana & White Shadow finish Ocean Globe Race
Trinity Landing pontoon in Cowes was a busy spot Tuesday afternoon
Trinity Landing pontoon in Cowes was a busy spot Tuesday afternoon with Triana FR (66) SWAN 53 and White Shadow ESP (17) SWAN 57 finishing the McIntyre Ocean Globe Race after 48 days of racing.
by Ocean Globe Race
Posted 24 Apr 17:33 BST
Merlin Rocket Allen SE Series at Fishers Green
Merlin Rocket Allen SE Series at Fishers Green
Round 3 of the series began with bacon rolls, tea and a few hangovers
April 21st and round 3 of the Allen South-East Series at Fishers Green Sailing Club saw the day start with bacon rolls, tea and a few hangovers from the overnight festivities of the previous day's Vintage and Classic Merlin event.
by Paul Dean
Posted 24 Apr 17:23 BST
David Linger takes 6th in Global Solo Challenge
David Linger takes 6th in Global Solo Challenge
His journey was at times extremely difficult, even after arrival
Sunday April 21st, at 2:03 pm local time, after 175 days, David Linger crossed the finish line of the Global Solo Challenge taking 6th place on his Owen Clarke designed Class40 #15 Koloa Maoli.
by Marco Nannini / Global Solo Challenge
Posted 24 Apr 17:02 BST
The road to Plymouth
The road to Plymouth
2024 Cadet World Championship is heading to the UK
Teams from across the world will be heading to Plymouth, one of the most historic and important naval towns in the UK, this summer for the Cadet World Championship from 3rd to 10th August 2024.
by Ellie Davis
Posted 24 Apr 16:38 BST
Transat Ready: Solo Skippers Optimised For Success
Transat Ready: Solo Skippers Optimised For Success
All eyes turn to Lorient for the start of the Transat CIC
With the Vendée Globe on the horizon, excitement is building as the IMOCA skippers hurtle towards the world's premiere offshore challenge.
by Cyclops Marine
Posted 24 Apr 15:24 BST
Henri-Lloyd New Arrival: The Storm Dri Backpack
Henri-Lloyd New Arrival: The Storm Dri Backpack
Perfect for any outdoor activity, commute and boat to shore use
Perfect for any outdoor activity, commute and boat to shore use. The Storm Dri Backpack is waterproof, submersible and capable of holding all your kit essentials with a 30 litre capacity.
by Henri-Lloyd
Posted 24 Apr 14:30 BST
The Ocean Race will return to Genova
The Ocean Race will return to Genova
A key stopover for The Ocean Race Europe in 2025
The Italian city of Genova and The Ocean Race will extend their close relationship with The Ocean Race Europe bringing a fleet of foiling IMOCA race boats to the Mediterranean port in the late summer of 2025.
by The Ocean Race
Posted 24 Apr 14:02 BST
69F Cup ready to rock at Fraglia Vela Malcesine
69F Cup ready to rock at Fraglia Vela Malcesine
The entry list includes some teams with great specific experience on the 69F
Eights international team are gathered at Fraglia Vela Malcesine for the opening GP of the 69F Cup: the points will be on the table between Friday and Sunday but trainings are under way on the northern Garda Lake.
by 69F Sailing
Posted 24 Apr 13:35 BST
The Famous Project: MOD70 Limosa in Portugal
The Famous Project: MOD70 Limosa in Portugal
Reaching the Portuguese Algarve port of Portimao this morning
The Famous Project's all girl crew of the MOD70 Limosa reached the Portuguese Algarve port of Portimao this morning to successfully complete their main objectives.
by The Famous Project
Posted 24 Apr 13:20 BST
RS700s at Stokes Bay
RS700s at Stokes Bay
Totally Stoked
The annual trip to Stokes Bay has cemented itself on the calendar as an occasion that delivers excellent racing and wonderful hospitality. The multi skiff fleet event brings a strong turnout and a great atmosphere throughout.
by Matt Conner
Posted 24 Apr 11:24 BST
Vintage Merlin Rockets at Fishers Green
Vintage Merlin Rockets at Fishers Green
Trials and tribulations and epic wind conditions, with some superb boat handling skills
Saturday 20th April was a day of trials and tribulations and epic wind conditions, throw in some superb boat handling skills, mainly from the crews race, more about that later.
by Christian Hill
Posted 24 Apr 10:39 BST
America's Cup: Revealing Reveals - the new AC75s
America's Cup: Revealing Reveals - the new AC75s
In the AC design stakes it's clear that different solutions have been found for similar questions
As the Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup nears, the intensity ramps up and with four teams revealing their box-fresh AC75s, it's abundantly clear that different solutions have been found for very similar questions.
by America's Cup Media
Posted 24 Apr 10:38 BST
Footy Nationals at Frensham Pond
Footy Nationals at Frensham Pond
Bin bag sails supported on 3mm carbon and wire spars
This event was run in conjunction with an open meeting for Phantom dinghies and club racing, with the Footys racing off the lee shore in what were huge waves to these 1 foot long racing boats. The wind was blowing harder than forecast.
by Roger Stollery
Posted 24 Apr 10:14 BST
Toppers at Hamble River
Toppers at Hamble River
27 sailors for Rooster Southern Traveller Series Event 1
27 Topper sailors arrived early on Sunday morning at HRSC, all looking forward to the first event of this year's Traveller Series.
by Roger Cerrato
Posted 24 Apr 06:50 BST
Border Counties Midweek Series at Winsford Flash
Border Counties Midweek Series at Winsford Flash
An extra event put on at short notice after the Nantwich event was cancelled
The Border Counties Midweek Sailing 2024 series hit a bump at the first event which should have been held at Nantwich Sailing Club but unfortunately the strong breeze that had hit so many events the previous weekend continued.
by Dave Thomas
Posted 24 Apr 06:41 BST
B14 Open at Stokes Bay
B14 Open at Stokes Bay
Racing alongside the other skiff classes in a shifty and gusty breeze
Ten B14s entered the event with one dropping out at the last moment due to crew issues. As always, Dan Vincent and the excellent ashore and afloat team had everything working like clockwork managing 70 skiffs from 5 classes.
by Crispin Taylor
Posted 24 Apr 06:27 BST
P&B Northamptonshire Youth Series Round 1
P&B Northamptonshire Youth Series Round 1
Glorious weather, loads of sailors and enthusiastic coaches at Cransley
The 2024 series kicked off at Cransley Sailing Club. There were plenty of sailors, in fact interest was so high that the entry list closed before the event. It's never nice to have to disappoint would be entrants, but the next event is coming soon!
by Norman Byrd
Posted 24 Apr 06:13 BST
Dart 15 Summer TT at Marconi
Dart 15 Summer TT at Marconi
Racing on the beautiful River Blackwater on the Essex East Coast
Having concluded a successful Winter Series, the Dart 15s held their first Summer TT at Marconi Sailing Club on the beautiful River Blackwater on the Essex East Coast.
by Jenny Ball
Posted 24 Apr 06:07 BST
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta - The Grand Finale
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta - The Grand Finale
Single-handed race, cream teas, gig racing and prize-giving ceremony bring the event to a close
The 35th Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta came to a close yesterday with the single-handed race, cream teas, gig racing and prize-giving ceremony in the historic 18th century Nelson's Dockyard.
by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Posted 24 Apr 04:03 BST
RAN 630 – Regata dell'Accademia Navale Preview
RAN 630 – Regata dell'Accademia Navale Preview
The longest regatta in the Mediterranean starts tomorrow
The seventh edition of the RAN 630 - Regata dell'Accademia Navale, will start tomorrow, April 24, at 6 p.m. with a blank shot fired from the frigate Margottini, lined up on the starting line in front of the Italian Naval Academy.
by Giuliano Luzzatto
Posted 23 Apr 19:52 BST
The Transat CIC is well and truly on course
The Transat CIC is well and truly on course
A parade of sail and the race village inaugurated
The 15th edition of The Transat CIC, the famous solo race from France across the North Atlantic to New York which will start this Sunday from Lorient La Base took real shape.
by The Transat CIC
Posted 23 Apr 19:06 BST
'Fine Lines' Top Ten part 2
'Fine Lines' Top Ten part 2
To celebrate the centenary of master boatbuilder Jack Chippendale
Day 2 and another in the collection of boat pictures that celebrate everything that is gorgeous about our sport.
by Dougal Henshall
Posted 23 Apr 19:00 BST
Last Chance Regatta at Hyères, France Day 3
Last Chance Regatta at Hyères, France Day 3
Grael quest for Olympic place is in the family tradition
A Brazilian sailor with a very famous name in Olympic history is in contention to earn a place for his country at the Paris 2024 Games after day three of competition at the Last Chance Regatta in Hyères, France.
by World Sailing
Posted 23 Apr 17:41 BST
Save BIG on Zhik Superwarm at CoastWaterSports
Save BIG on Zhik Superwarm at CoastWaterSports
Last opportunity to bag great savings before it sells out
Last opportunity to bag great savings on the outgoing Zhik Superwarm before it sells out.
by CoastWaterSports
Posted 23 Apr 16:56 BST
April 2024 FINNFARE
April 2024 FINNFARE
Focus on future, present and past
In this rather special year for the class - 75 years of Finn sailing - this issue represents a reflection on the past and future of the class, as well as the present.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 23 Apr 16:54 BST
Derbyshire Youth Sailing Toddbrook event at Combs
Derbyshire Youth Sailing Toddbrook event at Combs
The forecast had suggested some interesting wind conditions
With the winter Derbyshire Youth Sailing training program finished, Saturday 13th April saw 23 of our sailors' head to Combs Sailing Club for our Toddbrook event, the first for 2024.
by Joanne Hill
Posted 23 Apr 16:06 BST
2000 Millennium Series at Weir Wood
2000 Millennium Series at Weir Wood
Thrills, spills, stories, snakes and ladders
Round 1 of the West Country Boat Repairs 2000 Millennium Series hosted by Weir Wood SC was extremely eventful over the weekend of April 20/21.
by Pete Vincent
Posted 23 Apr 15:56 BST
Musto Marina Collection: Inspired by the coast
Musto Marina Collection: Inspired by the coast
Stylish and functional, infused with cutting-edge technology and nautical design
Stylish and functional, the Marina Collection is infused with cutting-edge technology and nautical design. From tops in new season colours to protective rain jackets, this is a must-have range for the coastal lifestyle.
by Musto
Posted 23 Apr 14:58 BST
RS800 Rooster National Tour at Stokes Bay
RS800 Rooster National Tour at Stokes Bay
Had summer arrived? Maybe not once you'd got out of the car..
Approaching Stokes Bay Sailing Club looking out through the windscreen it looked as though Summer had arrived. The sun was out, and the trees had plenty of green leaves. Getting out of the car shattered the illusion, stepping into a brisk northerly 8°C.
by Alistair Hodgson
Posted 23 Apr 14:50 BST
Bembridge One-Design April Racing
Bembridge One-Design April Racing
An early start on Saturday for the fleet
It was an early start on Saturday due to a 10.30 high tide, and five One-Designs tacked out of Bembridge Harbour into a chilly 15kts from the NNE. A start line was laid at Footprint with Britten set as a windward mark, then a run to Garland.
by Robin Joy
Posted 23 Apr 14:38 BST
RS Tera South West Traveller Series dates & venues
RS Tera South West Traveller Series dates & venues
7 events running throughout the summer, well spread through the region
Dates and venues have been announced for the first ever RS Tera Traveller Series in the South West. With 7 events running throughout the summer, and well spread through the region, there is something for everyone.
by Peter Solly
Posted 23 Apr 14:32 BST
RORC publish Admiral's Cup Notice of Race
RORC publish Admiral's Cup Notice of Race
Expressions of interest have been received from 14 different countries
The Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) has published the 2025 Admiral's Cup Notice of Race, setting out the conditions under which the prestigious regatta will be run.
by RORC Press
Posted 23 Apr 13:49 BST
K1 Southern Area Championship at Datchet Water
K1 Southern Area Championship at Datchet Water
Another excellent number of entrants, keen to enjoy the sunshine
The Southern Area K1 Championship were held over the weekend of 20th and 21st April at Datchet Water Sailing Club.
by Hilly King
Posted 23 Apr 13:31 BST
Official opening of the Yacht Racing Image Award
Official opening of the Yacht Racing Image Award
The prize-giving will take place during the Yacht Racing Forum
The 15th edition of the international photography competition dedicated to the sport of sailing will once again reassemble the world's best marine photographers from all over the world.
by Yacht Racing Image Award
Posted 23 Apr 13:15 BST
Medway YC Cruiser Class Spring Series Race 2
Medway YC Cruiser Class Spring Series Race 2
A 13 nautical mile course around the navigation marks for the fleet
A 13 nautical mile course around the navigation marks was set with the start line. In the period before the start the wind appeared only at 10 knots in the lee of the hill to north but the prospect in the gusts was going to be up to 25 knots.
by Jamie Blair
Posted 23 Apr 11:54 BST
World Sailing appoints Jim Morris CB DSO
World Sailing appoints Jim Morris CB DSO
As new Director of Events
World Sailing is delighted to announce the appointment of Jim Morris CB DSO as its new Director of Events.
by World Sailing
Posted 23 Apr 10:42 BST
The wrappers come off the new British Cup boat
The wrappers come off the new British Cup boat
After more than two years in design development and build
After more than two years in design development and build and a being under wraps for her 1,000 mile road trip from Northamptonshire, UK to Barcelona, the new British AC75 is now out in the open.
by Matt Sheahan
Posted 23 Apr 10:38 BST
Volvo Cork Week 2024 officially launched
Volvo Cork Week 2024 officially launched
Chart a Course for Crosshaven, Ireland this July
First Female Admiral of Royal Cork Yacht Club, former Minister Simon Coveney, and key partners launch an action-packed programme for Volvo Cork Week 2024, which will welcome 10,000 sailors and attendees to Crosshaven and beyond.
by Róisín Kivlehan
Posted 23 Apr 10:33 BST
The Transat CIC Preview
The Transat CIC Preview
A new beginning for Bellion and a return to solo racing for Pedote
For Éric Bellion The Transat CIC, which starts from Lorient bound for New York on Sunday, is a huge moment in his journey to this year's Vendée Globe.
by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series
Posted 23 Apr 10:07 BST
Transat Ready: Solo Skippers Optimised For Success
With the Vendée Globe on the horizon, excitement is building as the IMOCA skippers hurtle towards the world's premiere offshore challenge.
'Fine Lines' Top Ten part 3
A glorious example of not just the boatbuilder's craft but the work that goes in to keeping a boat looking like this!
Henri-Lloyd New Arrival: The Storm Dri Backpack
Perfect for any outdoor activity, commute and boat to shore use. The Storm Dri Backpack is waterproof, submersible and capable of holding all your kit essentials with a 30 litre capacity.
'Fine Lines' Top Ten part 2
Day 2 and another in the collection of boat pictures that celebrate everything that is gorgeous about our sport.
Save BIG on Zhik Superwarm at CoastWaterSports
Last opportunity to bag great savings on the outgoing Zhik Superwarm before it sells out.
'Fine Lines' Top Ten part 1
As well as all of the other key events happening this summer, 2024 also happens to be the centenary of master boatbuilder Jack Chippendale.
Musto Marina Collection: Inspired by the coast
Stylish and functional, the Marina Collection is infused with cutting-edge technology and nautical design. From tops in new season colours to protective rain jackets, this is a must-have range for the coastal lifestyle.
No result without resolve
Normally, when you think of the triple it might be Line Honours, Corrected Time, and Race Record. So then, how about sail it, sponsor it, and truly support it? his was the notion that arrived as I pondered the recently completed Sail Port Stephens.
RIB accessories, safety equipment to have on board
When embarking on a boating adventure, you want to ensure that your RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) is equipped with essential accessories and safety equipment.
The price of heritage
The meeting in question took place down at the National Maritime Museum at Falmouth and saw the 1968 Flying Dutchman Gold Medal winning trio of Rodney Pattisson, Iain MacDonald-Smith and their boat Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious brought back together.
Find out where Rooster are heading this summer
Rooster have an exciting jam packed summer ahead in the UK with their mobile van shop heading to local events within the reach of Rooster HQ, giving the chance to meet some of you face to face and have a chat.
AC75 launching season
Love 'em or hate 'em, the current America's Cup yachts certainly represent the cutting-edge of foiling and are the fastest windward-leeward sailing machines on water.
Trust A+T: Best in Class
Hugh Agnew recently sailed with SY Adela under Captain Greg Perkins in the Antigua Superyacht Challenge. They went on to win the Gosnell's Trophy - a great result.
All Hands on Deck at sailing clubs
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is marking 200 years of saving lives at sea in 2024, and the charity is inviting sailing clubs to celebrate with them.
More flexible? More durable? More comfortable?
Our Next Gen FlexForce wetsuit tops and long johns offer the ultimate in versatility, comfort, durability and stretch.
America's Cup and SailGP merge designs
In negotiations reminiscent of the PGA and LIV golf, an agreement has been come to by the America's Cup and SailGP to merge the design of the yachts used on the two high-profile circuits.