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No more excuses
2025 is all about club sailors, weekend warriors, open meeting stalwarts
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Northstar Canada has stellar win
As Blackfoils stumble in Rolex Los Angeles SailGP final
© Ricardo Pinto for SailGP
JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff Championship Overall
The Yandoo team wrap up the win
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Los Angeles SailGP Day 1 Start Analysis
Video looking at the different strategies
© Jason Ludlow/SailGP
iQFOiL International Games #2 in Cádiz
Six champions crowned with beautiful sailing conditions and fast-paced races
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HRH The Princess Royal new Cape Horners Patron
HRH The Princess Royal new Cape Horners Patron
The Princess, a life-long sailor, follows in her late father's footsteps
The International Association of Cape Horners (IACH) is pleased to announce that Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Princess Anne, has agreed to become its new Patron.
by Barry Pickthall for IACH
Posted 18 Mar 18:34 GMT
Tributes paid to World Sailing VP Line Markert
Tributes paid to World Sailing VP Line Markert
World Sailing is deeply shocked and saddened to report the death of Line Markert
World Sailing is deeply shocked and saddened to report the death of Line Markert, World Sailing Vice President and our fellow sailor.
by World Sailing
Posted 18 Mar 18:05 GMT
Musto Skiff 2024 Class Survey Results
Musto Skiff 2024 Class Survey Results
Event locations, speedpucks, boat experience, training weekends, and event circuit questions
This year's survey included questions on desired World Championship locations, a class member vote on permitting speedpucks in organised events, and questions on the boat experience, training weekends, and event circuits.
by International Musto Skiff Class Association
Posted 18 Mar 17:48 GMT
Gill Optimist Spring Championships at Royal Torbay
Gill Optimist Spring Championships at Royal Torbay
A bright start to the season
The Gill UK Optimist Class Spring Championships, organised by the International Optimist Class Association (IOCA) UK, took place on March 15-16 at the prestigious Royal Torbay Yacht Club in Torquay, Devon.
by IOCA UK
Posted 18 Mar 17:36 GMT
Merlin Rocket Allen South East Series at Burnham
Merlin Rocket Allen South East Series at Burnham
An opportunity to have 3 races that weren't sausage/triangle/sausage
The Merlin Rocket fleet were welcomed at the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club in Burnham for the Allen South East Series 2025 by barista coffee, pastries and the opportunity to have three races that weren't sausage/triangle/sausage courses.
by Tre Jacobs
Posted 18 Mar 17:06 GMT
Trending Now, This Month's Most Wanted at P&B
Trending Now, This Month's Most Wanted at P&B
Kit sailors can't get enough of this season
When the best sailors choose the same gear, it's worth paying attention. These top performers have been flying off our shelves for the past 30 days – is it time to upgrade your kit?
by P&B
Posted 18 Mar 16:00 GMT
RORC Easter Challenge - Kick start your season
RORC Easter Challenge - Kick start your season
Complimentary coaching is available to all competitors
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club, the RORC Easter Challenge is an open event raced in the Solent and hosted by the RORC Cowes Clubhouse.
by RORC
Posted 18 Mar 14:48 GMT
Nazca's Leave-no-trace Fastnet Campaign
Nazca's Leave-no-trace Fastnet Campaign
Competing in the Rolex Fastnet Race without any fossil fuels onboard
Amongst the Rolex Fastnet Race fleet on the start line this coming July, there will be an entry with a difference, one quietly trying to change the world.
by Bee Woodland
Posted 18 Mar 13:54 GMT
A new venue will reinforce the Sofia structure
A new venue will reinforce the Sofia structure
One more piece to its extensive logistical puzzle at the 54 Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofia Mallorca
Two of the ten Olympic classes that will compete for the 54th edition of the Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels will have Es Portixol as their base of operations, which debuts as the new venue for the Mallorcan Olympic sailing classic.
by Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía
Posted 18 Mar 13:46 GMT
RS300 Rooster National Tour to Bowmoor
RS300 Rooster National Tour to Bowmoor
Caribbean vibe and crystalline blue waters welcomed a strong fleet of 17
Bowmoor with its Caribbean vibe and crystalline blue waters welcomed a strong fleet of 17 RS300 sailors over the weekend. The ever smiling and welcoming team Bowmoor had it all covered.
by Luke South
Posted 18 Mar 13:43 GMT
RYA influences MCA's changes to regulations
RYA influences MCA's changes to regulations
Interview with Niall McLeod to see how Sport and Pleasure Code of Practice affects us
The RYA have been working closely with the the government to make sure that new regulations for leisure vessels are not too restrictive. It seems that any group which operates a "coded" vessel should be thankful.
by Magnus Smith
Posted 18 Mar 12:00 GMT
Sign up now for the first Fireball events of 2025
Sign up now for the first Fireball events of 2025
Class training, Spring Championships and even look ahead to the Nationals
The Fireball Class have organised a training day with the renowned Adam Bowers, the day before the first event of the season on 11th April, 2025, at Draycote Water Sailing Club, near Rugby.
by Richard Botting
Posted 18 Mar 11:37 GMT
2025 Kicks Off with ILCA Success for GP Watercraft
2025 Kicks Off with ILCA Success for GP Watercraft
The training schedule has been as busy as ever
GP Watercraft, the performance coaching company led by Shaun Priestley, has had a brilliant start to 2025 with ILCA sailors both internationally and in the UK.
by GP Watercraft
Posted 18 Mar 10:30 GMT
Emsworth Slipper Finn Open
Emsworth Slipper Finn Open
These conditions were ideal for blowing away any winter rustiness
Emsworth Slipper offered up another awesome day of sailing on 15th March. Again the event was shared with a very competitive D-Zero fleet. Visitors arrived from various parts of the UK and some of the HISC Finn fleet sailed up for the day.
by Richard Sharp
Posted 18 Mar 10:21 GMT
See Wescom Group's sMRT V300 at Irish Skipper Expo
See Wescom Group's sMRT V300 at Irish Skipper Expo
The compact Man Overboard Beacon that combines AIS, DSC, 121.5MHz and GNSS technology
Wescom Group will be showcasing the sMRT V300 Class M Man Overboard device at Irish Skipper Expo on 21-22 March at UL Sport Arena, Limerick.
by Wescom Group
Posted 18 Mar 09:00 GMT
3rd Cascais Dragon Winter Series
3rd Cascais Dragon Winter Series
Saturn wins the Portuguese Dragon Nationals
The 3rd Cascais Dragon Winter Series, started on Friday March 14th with strong winds and wind shifts. Eighteen Dragon class boats competed in six amazing races, overcoming all odds in a fierce competition.
by Clube Naval de Cascais
Posted 18 Mar 06:30 GMT
Medals aplenty in Cadiz
Medals aplenty in Cadiz
British Sailing Team picked up silverware at the second round of the iQFOiL Games
There was a flurry of medals for the British Sailing Team this weekend in the build-up to the Princess Sofia Trophy regatta, the historic season opener.
by British Sailing Team
Posted 17 Mar 21:17 GMT
Supernovas at Cotswold
Supernovas at Cotswold
It was an 'eyes out of the boat' sort of day
25 entries including 11 visitors were greeted with sunny spells but a cold easterly wind which at Cotswold means big wind shifts, so the race officer Steve Crocker did a great job of setting a nice course with two beats and a variety of runs and reaches.
by Cliff Milliner
Posted 17 Mar 19:43 GMT
K1s at Barnt Green
K1s at Barnt Green
The season opener for the class had idyllic conditions
The season opener for the K1 class was held on Saturday 15th March at Barnt Green SC. The idyllic conditions and warm welcome attracted boats from as far afield as North Wales and Netley on the South Coast.
by Hilary King
Posted 17 Mar 19:30 GMT
No more excuses
No more excuses
2025 is all about the club sailors, the weekend warriors, the open meeting stalwarts
I was wondering if things were going to slow down in sailing after the huge events of 2024, namely the Olympics, America's Cup and Vendée Globe but, if anything, they've speeded up.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 17 Mar 18:00 GMT
Salcombe YC Spring Series race 2
Salcombe YC Spring Series race 2
A brisk 10-15 knot north-easterly, paired with plenty of blue sky and sunshine
A brisk 10-15 knot north-easterly, paired with plenty of blue sky and sunshine, set the stage for Race 2 of the Spring Series. Launching once again at low tide turned into a muddy affair.
by John Burn & David Greening
Posted 17 Mar 17:35 GMT
Rooster 2025 Event Line-up: Supporting the Action!
Rooster 2025 Event Line-up: Supporting the Action!
Ssupporting the sailing community is at the heart of what Rooster do
At Rooster, supporting the sailing community is at the heart of what we do. In 2025, we're proud to be backing a fantastic line-up of events - helping them not only take place but also thrive.
by Rooster
Posted 17 Mar 16:30 GMT
From Abandoned to Ambition
From Abandoned to Ambition
ABC Lives Project Sends Second Container of Donated Boats to St Vincent & the Grenadines
Following the success of the 2023 donated boats container, led by Tony Bishop at Queen Mary Sailing Club (QMSC), the St Vincent & the Grenadines Sailing Association (SVGSA) has taken a significant step forward.
by Jenny Trumble
Posted 17 Mar 15:59 GMT
Gill Xtremity 420 Inland Championships
Gill Xtremity 420 Inland Championships
Talent shines at Rutland
Rutland Water played host to the highly anticipated GBR 420 Class Inland Championships this past weekend, where the UK's most promising youth sailing talents converged for two days of tactical racing and fierce competition.
by Ralph Cawthorne & Harry George
Posted 17 Mar 14:49 GMT
Registrations open for Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2025
Registrations open for Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2025
The 35th edition of the event promises top-level competition
The event is organised by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda in collaboration with the International Maxi Association (IMA), and with the support of title sponsor Rolex.
by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda
Posted 17 Mar 14:27 GMT
Want to be better than last season?
Want to be better than last season?
Cyclops Marine will help you make a plan to move up the fleet
It's shaping up to be a big year. Maybe you're not aiming to win the 100th Fastnet or the Admiral's Cup, but whatever your goal, it should be doing a little better than last year.
by Cyclops Marine
Posted 17 Mar 12:00 GMT
Topham Cup for 36R Vane boats at Fleetwood
Topham Cup for 36R Vane boats at Fleetwood
Extra wind forced a few of the skippers into downsizing their rigs as the day went on
We had eight Skippers for our first Vane sailing event of the year. Not too bad as the number seems to be increasing each year now and with a couple of the regulars away from a possible double digit number. for the small 36Rs.
by Tony Wilson
Posted 17 Mar 10:24 GMT
NorthStar SailGP Team Victorious
NorthStar SailGP Team Victorious
At the Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix
The NorthStar SailGP Team delivered a commanding performance at the Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix, securing a historic win in front of packed grandstands. This victory marks a defining moment for the Canadian team as they continue their rise.
by NorthStar SailGP Team
Posted 17 Mar 06:38 GMT
Emirates GBR misses out on Final by one point
Emirates GBR misses out on Final by one point
At the Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix
The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team has missed out on its first final of the 2025 Season by just one point, despite winning two of the three fleet races on Race Day 2 of the Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix.
by Emirates GBR SailGP Team
Posted 17 Mar 06:30 GMT
Canada claims first season win
Canada claims first season win
At Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix
Northstar Canada claimed their inaugural win of the 2025 Season - the first for the team since March 2023 (Season 3) and the first with double Olympic gold medalist Giles Scott as driver.
by SailGP
Posted 17 Mar 00:50 GMT
Switzerland takes Foiling Week Pensacola title
Switzerland takes Foiling Week Pensacola title
Micha de Wreck clinched the win as four nations battled on the final day
The 2025 WASZP North American Championships at Foiling Week Pensacola delivered high-octane action and showcased the class's growing popularity, with over 40 WASZP sailors from seven countries taking to the waters of Pensacola Bay.
by Marc Ablett
Posted 17 Mar 00:08 GMT
SailGP: Stellar Finals win for Northstar Canada
SailGP: Stellar Finals win for Northstar Canada
Northstar Canada team turned in a superlative performance to win the Rolex Los Angeles SailGP
The regrouped Northstar Canada team turned in a superlative performance in the Final Day of Rolex Los Angeles SailGP, to score a big win - their first under Giles Scott (GBR) as skipper - and their first in two years.
by Richard Gladwell - Sail-World.com/nz
Posted 16 Mar 22:50 GMT
Chichester Snowflake Series day 4
Chichester Snowflake Series day 4
Ideal yet brisk winter sailing conditions for the series finale
The Chichester Yacht Club Snowflake Race 7 & 8 took place under ideal yet brisk winter sailing conditions. A fresh north-easterly breeze of 10 to 18 knots swept across the water, bringing with it a biting chill.
by Mark Green
Posted 16 Mar 19:39 GMT
Cadet Winter Training at Fishers Green
Cadet Winter Training at Fishers Green
No mistaking the energy, enthusiasm and commitment from this year's cohort
They say 'once a Cadet, always a Cadet', and we were fortunate to have several generations of cadets at this year's 2025 Cadet Winter training event hosted by Fishers Green SC.
by Angie Meyer
Posted 16 Mar 19:34 GMT
Bembridge Illusion Spring Plate 2025
Bembridge Illusion Spring Plate 2025
Could Mark Downer win the trophy for the 15th time?
As evident from its name, the 'Spring Plate' celebrates the arrival of Spring! First raced for in 1996, the big question was whether fourteen time winner Mark Downer, was going to win for the fifteenth time!
by Mike Samuelson
Posted 16 Mar 19:29 GMT
Medway RC Laser Club Winter Series week 8
Medway RC Laser Club Winter Series week 8
Gusty and shifty with a Sail GP type course
With wind from the N- NE and 14 - 20kts providing a drag race to the first mark before the long run to a leeward mark, a sausage leg and a reach to the finish.
by Jamie Blair
Posted 16 Mar 19:20 GMT
The oldest video footage of sailing in Ireland
The oldest video footage of sailing in Ireland
A look back into our video archive, from 1926 to 1980
As we prepare for St Patrick's Day tomorrow, let us direct our exploration of the video archive towards anything Irish. We have discovered several videos from Ireland, starting as early as the 1920s!
by Magnus Smith
Posted 16 Mar 18:00 GMT
Winnings JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff Championship Day 7
Winnings JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff Championship Day 7
The Yandoo team of Tom Needham, Fang Warren and Lewis Brake wrap up the win
The Yandoo team of Tom Needham, Fang Warren and Lewis Brake became the world 18 footer champions after scoring a brilliant victory in the Winnings 2025 JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff Championship, which concluded on Sydney Harbour today.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 16 Mar 08:47 GMT
Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix Start Analysis
Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix Start Analysis
Video looking at the different strategies and what positions paid off
Mark Jardine, Managing Editor of Sail-World.com and YachtsandYachting.com, takes a look at the different strategies and what positions paid off, and also looks at Rockwool Team Denmark's collision with a leeward gate mark.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 16 Mar 08:32 GMT
Emirates GBR in the hunt
Emirates GBR in the hunt
After day one of the Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix
The Emirates GBR SailGP Team is in the hunt after the first day of the Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix. The British crew, driven by Olympic gold medallist Dylan Fletcher, sits in sixth place on the leaderboard heading in to race day two on Sunday.
by Emirates GBR SailGP Team
Posted 16 Mar 05:55 GMT
Blistering Black Foils: New Zealand sits in first
Blistering Black Foils: New Zealand sits in first
After Day 1 of the Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix
New Zealand sits first on the event leaderboard with 31 points, winning two of four fleet races on the opening day of the Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix. Northstar Canada and Australia are close behind with 28 points and 27 points, respectively.
by SailGP
Posted 16 Mar 01:52 GMT
SailGP: BlackFoils lead after Day 1 of Los Angeles
SailGP: BlackFoils lead after Day 1 of Los Angeles
The New Zealand Blackfoils team top the leaderboard after four races were sailed on Day 1 of SailGP
The New Zealand Blackfoils team top the leaderboard after four races were sailed on Day 1 of SailGP Los Angeles. Northstar Canada helmed by double Olympic Gold medalist, Giles Scott (GBR) is second overall.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz
Posted 15 Mar 23:51 GMT
2025 GWA Wingfoil Wave World Titles in Cape Verde
2025 GWA Wingfoil Wave World Titles in Cape Verde
Suardiaz and Berzolla claim the titles after nine days of competition
The GWA Wingfoil World Cup Cape Verde 2025 commenced at the renowned Ponta Preta break, marking the start of an exhilarating nine-day event featuring world-class wingfoiling action.
by Gemma Hamaini
Posted 15 Mar 16:56 GMT
DF95 Winter Series event 8 at East Kent RSC
DF95 Winter Series event 8 at East Kent RSC
A 14 knot northerly and sunshine allowed 15 races at the Isle of Sheppey
A 14 knot northerly and sunshine allowed 15 races in 8-11 degrees at the Isle of Sheppey's country park lake venue on 13th March before easing back to become light and shifty.
by Peter Jackson
Posted 15 Mar 16:05 GMT
Solo Winter Championship at Rutland Water
Solo Winter Championship at Rutland Water
Near perfect conditions for the fleet
The Solo fleet returned to lovely Rutland Water for the first time in a few years and were delighted to find near perfect conditions for our Winter championship and first North Sails Super Series event of 2025.
by Mike Sims, Ian Walters & Guy Mayger
Posted 15 Mar 13:59 GMT
Winnings JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff Championship Day 6
Winnings JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff Championship Day 6
Yandoo in pole position going into Sunday's final race
The Yandoo team of Tom Needham, Fang Warren and Lewis Brake went into today's Race 8 on Sydney Harbour with a two points lead over Finport Finance, its closest challenger to retaining the coveted title.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 15 Mar 09:20 GMT
Emirates GBR SailGP Team aim to defend top spot
Emirates GBR SailGP Team aim to defend top spot
At back-to-back US events
The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team is preparing to defend its top spot on the championship leaderboard at the fourth event of the 2025 Season, the Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix.
by Emirates GBR SailGP Team
Posted 15 Mar 06:22 GMT
Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix begins tomorrow
Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix begins tomorrow
A 12-nation fleet competing for the very first time
The most exciting racing on water returns to Los Angeles tomorrow, with a 12-nation fleet competing for the very first time.
by SailGP
Posted 15 Mar 00:55 GMT
Trending Now, This Month's Most Wanted at P&B
When the best sailors choose the same gear, it's worth paying attention. These top performers have been flying off our shelves for the past 30 days – is it time to upgrade your kit?
RYA influences MCA's changes to regulations
The RYA have been working closely with the the government to make sure that new regulations for leisure vessels are not too restrictive. It seems that any group which operates a "coded" vessel should be thankful.
2025 Kicks Off with ILCA Success for GP Watercraft
GP Watercraft, the performance coaching company led by Shaun Priestley, has had a brilliant start to 2025 with ILCA sailors both internationally and in the UK.
No more excuses
I was wondering if things were going to slow down in sailing after the huge events of 2024, namely the Olympics, America's Cup and Vendée Globe but, if anything, they've speeded up.
See Wescom Group's sMRT V300 at Irish Skipper Expo
Wescom Group will be showcasing the sMRT V300 Class M Man Overboard device at Irish Skipper Expo on 21-22 March at UL Sport Arena, Limerick.
The oldest video footage of sailing in Ireland
As we prepare for St Patrick's Day tomorrow, let us direct our exploration of the video archive towards anything Irish. We have discovered several videos from Ireland, starting as early as the 1920s!
Rooster 2025 Event Line-up: Supporting the Action!
At Rooster, supporting the sailing community is at the heart of what we do. In 2025, we're proud to be backing a fantastic line-up of events - helping them not only take place but also thrive.
Two boats. Same Direction.
You know the deal… It means there's a race on. So, the second South Pacific Superyacht Rendezvous is set for August 26 to 29, 2025. If it is even half as much fun and interesting as the first one, then it will bolster its burgeoning reputation.
Want to be better than last season?
It's shaping up to be a big year. Maybe you're not aiming to win the 100th Fastnet or the Admiral's Cup, but whatever your goal, it should be doing a little better than last year.
The 600 Sweet Spot
The world of offshore racing is booming around the world. Record entries, some of the world's fastest yachts and highest profile campaigns, and a plethora of Corinthian teams have the 'classics' on their bucket list.
Learning to Sail?
It can be difficult to know what to wear when you go sailing for the first time. You need to know you have the right kit to make sure you don't get cold, whatever the weather throws at you.
Inaugural Fast Women's Switch Training Camp
The first ever Fast Women's Switch Training Camp took place at the Royal Varuna Yacht Club in Thailand, attracting some of the best sailors in the world, fresh from competing in the Australia Sail Grand Prix.
New Vaikobi duffel bags
Duffel bag features strong and durable 420D TPU fabrication, super versatile! Carry it either over the shoulder with one central padded strap, or "Back Pack" style with two padded shoulder straps.
Battle for the Bar
By their own admission, this is the unofficial name for the Capel Sound Invitational. Yes, it pays reference to the location where they serve drinks, but it is also for the stretch of water it is named after.
Ancasta strengthens sales team
In response to sustained business growth, Ancasta International Boat Sales has restructured its sales team, implementing a series of strategic internal promotions and new appointments to enhance operational efficiency and market presence.
Tongue Twister Triumphs
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.