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Unprecedented vision. Unparalleled objectives.
John Curnow's deep immersion into the SSL Gold Cup
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Noble Marine Rooster RS400 Nationals at East Lothian
Frantic drama as last race needs course change just before deadline
© Anne Ainsworth
Finally what it said in the brochure
The disrupted 2022 505 Worlds conclude in Ireland
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Charlie Cumbley lifts OK Dinghy World title
After windless final day in Marstrand
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Road trip!
The French Atlantic coast, and its incredible events
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RLymYC sailors win 29er National Championships
RLymYC sailors win 29er National Championships
Impressive results from Royal Lymington's boys and girls teams in Torbay
From Monday 9th to Saturday 13th August, youth sailors from Royal Lymington Yacht Club (RLymYC) competed in the 29er National Championships at the Royal Torbay Yacht Club.
by Tanya Baddeley
Posted 16 Aug 17:28 BST
American Magic partners with SHOCK-WBV
American Magic partners with SHOCK-WBV
Suspension seats and OMEGA seat inserts are on their way to the America's Cup team
SHOCK-WBV Ltd are proud to announce that the first batch suspension seats & OMEGA seat inserts are on their way to American Magic's base in Pensacola, USA where they will be fitted to the chase boat fleet and in operation later this month.
by Daniel Henderson
Posted 16 Aug 17:00 BST
Half Ton Classics Cup midweek update
Half Ton Classics Cup midweek update
King One (IRL) sets the tone at the first race
Even the Valhalla of sailing does not escape the gigantic windless heat bubble that overwhelms western Europe. Nevertheless, the RORC competition organization managed to put in an exciting series on the first day of the Fast Lines Half Ton Classics Cup.
by Pit de Jonge
Posted 16 Aug 14:32 BST
Noble Marine Rooster RS400 Nationals overall
Noble Marine Rooster RS400 Nationals overall
Frantic drama as last race needs course change just before deadline
Going into the final day of the national championships Christopher Eames and Rachel Tilley were sat in the hot seat, but with the prospect of the crucial eighth race bringing in the second discard meant a number of teams were still in with a shout.
by Jacob Ainsworth
Posted 16 Aug 13:41 BST
America's Cup: Ready, Steady, Build!
America's Cup: Ready, Steady, Build!
America's Cup teams take over after base allocations determined - construction commences
The final base allocations have been confirmed as Barcelona begins preparations for the 37th America's Cup and soon, the builders will move in as each team constructs their own base with a concentration on form, function and fan engagement.
by America's Cup Media
Posted 16 Aug 13:06 BST
Project Land Speed goes on 'temporary hold'
Project Land Speed goes on 'temporary hold'
Glenn Ashby gives an update from Lake Gairdner as Project Land Speed goes on "temporary hold"
A lot of the lake is now dry, but not all of it. What does it mean for Project Speed? Glenn gives an update from Lake Gairdner.
by Hamish Hooper/ETNZ
Posted 16 Aug 12:56 BST
Boating royalty on display at Uffa event
Boating royalty on display at Uffa event
Coweslip returns to its original home in Commodores House
In her heyday she was probably one of the most photographed boats in the world, though good looking as she is, it was her skipper who was the centre of attention.
by John Roberson
Posted 16 Aug 12:47 BST
Red Funnel Etchells Regatta at Cowes
Red Funnel Etchells Regatta at Cowes
15 boats turned out, including visitors from the USA and Australia
The Etchells class gathered for the 2022 Red Funnel regatta organised by RLYC. 15 boats turned out, including visitors from the USA and AUS, despite a forecast for light airs before an unstable sea breeze each afternoon.
by James Cunnison
Posted 16 Aug 12:29 BST
Harken Youth Match Racing Championship preview
Harken Youth Match Racing Championship preview
Four days of racing in Sydney Harbour for this World Sailing Grade 3 event
International Youth Match Racing is set to return to the waters of Lower Pittwater in Sydney's north, with host club and Organising Authority the RPAYC, now accepting applications for invitations, to the 2022 Harken Youth Match Racing Championship.
by RPAYC
Posted 16 Aug 11:57 BST
Wayfarer UK Nationals and Europeans preview
Wayfarer UK Nationals and Europeans preview
Visitors from Denmark and Ireland joining the mainland UK fleet at Arun
It's all stations go for the Wayfarer National and European Championships 2022 which start at Arun YC on Thursday 18th August and run through to Sunday 21st August with three races scheduled each day.
by Tim Townsend
Posted 16 Aug 11:27 BST
Junior sailors welcomed to the 2000 Nationals
Junior sailors welcomed to the 2000 Nationals
Rob Burridge's initiatives have been enormously successful in encouraging young sailors
Some welcoming words and a gift of a sailor's snood to all those Junior sailors taking part in the 2022 / 2000 Class National Championships at Castle Cove SC Weymouth this week, presented by Sailing Secretary Rob Burridge.
by Mark Foley
Posted 16 Aug 08:02 BST
Slow going for the Medway Marathon 2022
Slow going for the Medway Marathon 2022
The endurance race proves to be just that in light to negligible winds
The Medway Marathon, an event of the Great British Sailing Challenge 2022 was hosted by Medway Yacht Club at Upnor, and sailed on the tidal river and creeks of the lower River Medway on Saturday 6th August.
by Tim Townsend
Posted 16 Aug 07:24 BST
Kippford Week 2022 at Solway Yacht Club
Kippford Week 2022 at Solway Yacht Club
Sun, sea breezes inshore and close racing
After the busy Cadet Week at Solway Yacht Club, it was another early start for sailors in Kippford Week 2022. Unusually the sailing started on Tuesday, demanded by the tide times and as crews arrived at 8am, it was flat calm and windless.
by Ian Purkis
Posted 16 Aug 06:46 BST
2022 ILCA 4 Youth Worlds at Vilamoura day 1
2022 ILCA 4 Youth Worlds at Vilamoura day 1
An incredible start for the 426 helms taking part in Portugal
Two races were completed on Monday in each fleet at the 2022 ILCA 4 Youth World Championships, hosted by Vilamoura Sailing. All 426 boats launched efficiently in under 45 minutes for a smooth start to the day.
by Katie Olsen
Posted 16 Aug 06:13 BST
2022 GP14 Worlds update and more ones to watch
2022 GP14 Worlds update and more ones to watch
After a four year wait, another two days is tolerable... just!
e have waited four years for a GP14 Worlds, so another two days to get the first race is tolerable. Just!
by Andy Johnston
Posted 16 Aug 06:04 BST
Norbert Sedlacek Koch's record challenge begins
Norbert Sedlacek Koch's record challenge begins
The ANT ARCTIC LAB circumnavigation has begun
Norbert Sedlacek Koch has set sails to accomplish his ANT ARCTIC LAB record challenge, to sail around the world nonstop, without assistance through all five oceans including the most dangerous oceans on the planet: the Arctic Ocean and Southern Ocean.
by Innovation Yachts
Posted 15 Aug 23:25 BST
Enterprise Nationals runners and riders
Enterprise Nationals runners and riders
Some of the usual suspects are not attending, or may be out of practice
The 2022 Allen Enterprise Nationals will run 21st to 26th of August at Tenby Sailing Club. EA Commodore, Richard Pryke, gives us his view of the key runners and riders.
by Richard Pryke
Posted 15 Aug 22:13 BST
Zippy Zero makes land at the Menai Strait Regattas
Zippy Zero makes land at the Menai Strait Regattas
Salt and seagull decorations were accumulated, but victory made it sweet
Hello all from Zippy the D-Zero, reporting from Beaumaris, on the Island of Anglesey, North Wales.
by Zippy Zero
Posted 15 Aug 20:09 BST
Salcombe Gin Yacht Club Regatta
Salcombe Gin Yacht Club Regatta
Until you get that finishing bell, nothing is decided
Competitors, spectators, family and friends all gathered in Cliff House for the final and overall prize-giving marking the end to a very successful 2022 Salcombe Gin Yacht Club Regatta.
by John Burn
Posted 15 Aug 16:35 BST
Ajax class at the Falmouth Week Regatta 2022
Ajax class at the Falmouth Week Regatta 2022
Sun hats obligatory, patience required, and swimming recommended
Twelve Ajax class yachts competed at the Falmouth Week Regatta 2022 in the Carrick Roads. With a very substantial high pressure located over most of the UK, the forecast for the week was very light, with sun hats obligatory and patience required.
by John Howard
Posted 15 Aug 14:56 BST
Bembridge SC early August keelboat racing
Bembridge SC early August keelboat racing
Including the Brinton Cup weekend as well as the Princessa and Zanen Trophy races
A key part of the 125th Anniversary celebrations of the Bembridge Redwings was a sail past of as many Redwings as possible. Led by the Bembridge Lifeboat (RNLB Alfred Albert Williams - Tamar Class All-Weather Lifeboat 16-17), 33 Redwings 'sailed past'.
by Mike Samuelson
Posted 15 Aug 14:38 BST
Irish Flying Fifteen Southern Championships
Irish Flying Fifteen Southern Championships
Waterford Harbour hosts 13 boats, ending with a new name on the trophy
Thirteen Flying Fifteens contested their Southern Championships in the sunny South-East in the company of sixteen 420s when Waterford Harbour Sailing Club hosted both fleets over this past weekend.
by Cormac Bradley
Posted 15 Aug 13:51 BST
Land Union September Regatta preview
Land Union September Regatta preview
Antigua Sailing Week is offering a regatta experience of a lifetime
The Land Union September Regatta has an impressive bevvy of prizes including a holiday with flights, superb accommodation, and entry to the world famous Munich's Oktoberfest.
by Louay Habib
Posted 15 Aug 13:35 BST
Sevenstar Round Britain & Ireland Race, Day 9
Sevenstar Round Britain & Ireland Race, Day 9
Pip Hare's IMOCA Medallia has rounded Muckle Flugga
After nine days of racing 21 teams are still competing in the Sevenstar Round Britain & Ireland Race. All bar three of those teams have rounded St Kilda, the isolated Scottish archipelago in the North Atlantic.
by Louay Habib
Posted 15 Aug 13:28 BST
Musto Skiffs at Chanonry Dinghy Regatta
Musto Skiffs at Chanonry Dinghy Regatta
Scottish and Northern Series traveller event with training beforehand
Nestled on the southern shores of the Black Isle, Chanonry Sailing Club enjoys a superb location on the Moray Firth with its protected sailing waters, just landwards of Chanonry Point, and its world-famous bottlenose dolphin population.
by Jamie Hilton
Posted 15 Aug 12:30 BST
The only polo you'll ever need
The only polo you'll ever need
Mav Tech Polo's UV50 protective fabric makes it perfect for summer weather
If you're only bringing one polo, make it the quick drying Mav Tech Polo. Its UV50 protective fabric makes it perfect for summer weather and comfortable enough for any kind of travel.
by Henri-Lloyd
Posted 15 Aug 12:00 BST
Flying Fifteen Europeans at Cowes preview
Flying Fifteen Europeans at Cowes preview
70 boats entered for 75th anniversary event in the Solent
The Cowes Corinthian Yacht Club is looking forward to welcoming 70 Flying Fifteens for the 2022 European Championship to be sailed in the Solent from 21 - 25 August. The regatta will mark the 75th anniversary of the design by the legendary Uffa Fox.
by Jonny Fullerton
Posted 15 Aug 09:58 BST
Celebrating 50 years of Weymouth Speed Week
Celebrating 50 years of Weymouth Speed Week
Starting on Saturday 15th October, get your entry in now!
This year we will be celebrating 50 years of Weymouth Speed Week and we expect a large and varied turnout with places being taken quickly.
by Weymouth Speed Week
Posted 15 Aug 07:31 BST
Golden Globe Race 2022 fleet sets sail
Golden Globe Race 2022 fleet sets sail
240 nm SITraN Challenge underway, Gracias Gijón, see you soon!
15 Golden Globe Race entrants, representing 10 yacht designs and nationalities racing from Gijón to Les Sables d'Olonne in the SITraN Challenge.
by Don McIntyre
Posted 14 Aug 23:46 BST
Unprecedented vision. Unparalleled objectives.
Unprecedented vision. Unparalleled objectives.
After a week's worth of deep immersion into the SSL Gold Cup, many things have become evident.
Having been afforded a week's worth of deep immersion into the SSL Gold Cup, many things have become evident.
by John Curnow, Editor, Sail-World AUS
Posted 14 Aug 23:00 BST
La Solitaire Du Figaro: Less than one week to go
La Solitaire Du Figaro: Less than one week to go
Nearly 2,000 nautical miles of sailing ahead for the fleet
As the Figaro fleet heads to Nantes, this marks less than one week to go until the start of La Solitaire Du Figaro 2022. A different layout this year, three long legs as opposed to four, nearly 2,000 nautical miles of sailing ahead.
by La Solitaire du Figaro
Posted 14 Aug 17:58 BST
NEW Summer Rooster Ts
NEW Summer Rooster Ts
Technical in fabric with quick drying and UV50+ properties
Technical in fabric with quick drying and UV50+ properties, yet in appearance it looks and feels like a t-shirt that you can wear for everyday style.
by Rooster
Posted 14 Aug 16:00 BST
Windermere Waterhead now by invitation only
Windermere Waterhead now by invitation only
Great progress at the new clubhouse, but still not ready to accept large numbers of visitors
Things are progressing well at South Windermere Sailing Club's new venue at the YMCA north camp, with much of the new galley installed, new committee boat on the water, and matting down to help launching and recovery of keelboats.
by Mark Fearnley
Posted 14 Aug 13:20 BST
2022 GP14 Worlds - Ones to watch
2022 GP14 Worlds - Ones to watch
Practice race and the first race this afternoon at Skerries
With a practice race and the first race this afternoon the 2022 GP14 World Championships kick off today. Last minute registrations are underway here and everyone is looking at the weather.
by Andy Johnston
Posted 14 Aug 12:21 BST
At least 60 boats to celebrate Uffa's legacy
At least 60 boats to celebrate Uffa's legacy
The celebration of his legacy was initiated by the Atalanta Association
The Royal London Yacht Club in Cowes has already received 60 entries for their Uffa Fox 50 Celebration, a month before the 18th – 21st August event, with more arriving almost every day.
by John Roberson
Posted 14 Aug 09:59 BST
Casual and smart shirts for every occasion
Casual and smart shirts for every occasion
A Musto shirt to suit your style
A Musto shirt to suit your style. From 100% clean crisp cotton to something with a little more flex.
by Musto
Posted 14 Aug 09:00 BST
Three new ORCi European Champions crowned in Hankø
Three new ORCi European Champions crowned in Hankø
It came down to Saturday's last inshore race of the series for the winners to be decided
It came down to Saturday's last inshore race of the series for the winners and podium positions to be determined at the 2022 ORCi European Championship hosted by the Royal Norwegian Yacht Club (KNS).
by Offshore Racing Congress
Posted 14 Aug 01:24 BST
Twisted Cruiser Regatta at Salcombe
Twisted Cruiser Regatta at Salcombe
Fleet ranged from an RS Elite to a Boreal 47
A sunny day dawned with winds at Prawle point showing 20 Knots, but a fairly flat sea as nine cruisers, ranging from an RS Elite to a Boreal 47, headed out to the range for the 2022 Twisted Cruiser Regatta.
by Lucy Burn
Posted 13 Aug 19:59 BST
SSL Gold Cup - D6 - AUS v NED and ARG
SSL Gold Cup - D6 - AUS v NED and ARG
Last day of training for the Australian's who completed their week of practice racing - video & pics
Last day of training for the Australian's who completed their week of practice by racing against the Netherlands, and also Argentina. Video and stills.
by John Curnow, Editor, Sail-World AUS
Posted 13 Aug 18:44 BST
505 Worlds at Crosshaven, Ireland overall
505 Worlds at Crosshaven, Ireland overall
Stuart Mcnay and Caleb Paine conclude with two more bullets
The final day again dawned with no wind and again the wind filled in from the NE out to sea. Today the conditions were even better than yesterday with the wind filling in slightly stronger and holding for longer.
by Jordan Spencer
Posted 13 Aug 17:12 BST
2022 GP14 Worlds starts tomorrow
2022 GP14 Worlds starts tomorrow
106 entries measure and register in at Skerries
Postponed twice due to Covid, there is now only one day to the first race of the Progressive Credit Union GP14 World Championship hosted by Skerries Sailing Club. With 106 entries, the place is really starting to get busy.
by Andy Johnston
Posted 13 Aug 15:45 BST
Border Counties Midweek Sailing at Redesmere
Border Counties Midweek Sailing at Redesmere
Six young sailors take advantage of the school holidays to join in
A total of 22 boats participated in this round including five boats with six young sailors taking advantage of this event being held during the school holidays.
by Peter Baldwin
Posted 13 Aug 15:42 BST
Comet Trio National Championships at Exe
Comet Trio National Championships at Exe
A repeat of last year's points situation in the top three
Three days of racing for the 26 Comet Trio Sailors spilt between the Mark 1 and Mark 2 fleets at Exe.
by Tracie Padro
Posted 13 Aug 15:16 BST
Solution Nationals at Lee-on-the-Solent
Solution Nationals at Lee-on-the-Solent
A pleasant breeze allows the full schedule to be completed
With the forecast threatening light and variable winds for the whole weekend there was actually a pleasant breeze for most of the races thus allowing a full six race program to be completed.
by Richard Brown
Posted 13 Aug 15:12 BST
Short offshore racing at 2022 ORCi Europeans
Short offshore racing at 2022 ORCi Europeans
Another day of champagne sailing hosted by Royal Norwegian YC
After a brief delay this morning due to fog and light air, race managers were able to get racing started shortly before midday in the Mills Short Offshore Race of the 2022 ORCi European Championship, hosted by the Royal Norwegian Yacht Club (KNS).
by Offshore Racing Congress
Posted 13 Aug 13:38 BST
Morgan Marine Sonata Nationals
Morgan Marine Sonata Nationals
Consistent sea breezes at Colne YC
This year the fleets came together for their national championships organised and hosted by Colne Yacht Club (newcomers to the national championship scene) and what an event it was with over 120 sailors.
by Team BD2
Posted 13 Aug 13:32 BST
Game changing Uffa Fox design Vigilant for sale
Game changing Uffa Fox design Vigilant for sale
At the UF50 festival from 18-21 August in Cowes
From Thursday 18th - Sunday 21st August, Cowes, Isle of Wight, will transform into a showcase for the town's most famous and prolific boat designer, Uffa Fox (1898-1972) during the UF50 festival.
by Oliver Dewar
Posted 13 Aug 11:29 BST
Entries open for inaugural RS21 Worlds 2022
Entries open for inaugural RS21 Worlds 2022
International RS21 Class expects around 40-50 RS21's to compete
The International RS21 Class Association, in collaboration with RS Sailing and the JK BRIVA Sailing Club, is pleased to announce the inaugural RS21 World Championship entries are now open.
by International RS21 Class Association
Posted 13 Aug 08:28 BST
The only polo you'll ever need
If you're only bringing one polo, make it the quick drying Mav Tech Polo. Its UV50 protective fabric makes it perfect for summer weather and comfortable enough for any kind of travel.
Unprecedented vision. Unparalleled objectives.
Having been afforded a week's worth of deep immersion into the SSL Gold Cup, many things have become evident.
NEW Summer Rooster Ts
Technical in fabric with quick drying and UV50+ properties, yet in appearance it looks and feels like a t-shirt that you can wear for everyday style.
Road trip!
After a few years of very localised living, travel is opening up, and as a family we've made our first proper road trip for a while, heading down the west coast of France for a camping holiday.
Casual and smart shirts for every occasion
A Musto shirt to suit your style. From 100% clean crisp cotton to something with a little more flex.
Something So Right
As early as the mid-1970s, worried articles were appearing in Yachts & Yachting magazine that highlighted the concerns that - after 20 years of unbroken growth - participation numbers hadn't just plateaued, but were already starting a downward trend.
Five top tips for sailing an RS Aero
In the RS community, we are passionate about helping others reach their full potential. This makes for fierce racing on the water and creates vibrant classes that keep inspiring sailors decades on.
Beginning a Winning
Could also have been winning from the beginning. Either way I was able to seriously consider all that it takes to get into yachting, and the very essence of the difference between being a participant, and taking home the silverware.
Marine Resources latest jobs
Did you know, 9.8 million employed Brits are actively job hunting each day? With so many fantastic job opportunities in the market, we don't blame you for keeping an eye out.
Through the eye of a needle
Saturday was a day which will live in the memories of many of the youth sailors at my home club of Keyhaven for a long time, for all the right reasons.
Which Service Kit for my Andersen Winch?
Andersen sailing winches have a strong record for service and support. However, after 60 years of product evolution, it can sometimes be difficult to keep track of which of their service kits is required for each of the winch models.
Looking for your next marine industry role?
The marine industry is brimming with opportunity at the moment, which means there has never been a better time to join or move on to new and exciting roles.
Everything you need to know about MMSI Numbers
Icom UK has put together an article in their website's knowledge base section, answering all the most common questions they receive from customers about MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) numbers.
Nice way to celebrate
When is 100 not 100? When it is actually 115. No matter. Any of it is cause enough for celebration. This all started when I was under hull #100 of the super-popular J/99 as she was being commissioned at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron in Brisbane.
Allen's Hatch Cover Bag
Looking for a place to stash your snacks, drinks bottle or even a few spare parts whilst out on the water? There's only so many things you can shove in the front of your PFD, so fitting a hatch cover bag will quickly maximise storage space on your dinghy.
Hyde Sails win XOD class at Cowes Classics Week
I chatted with Ben McGrane of Hyde Sails, who has just won the XOD class at Cowes Classics Week 2022. It was an all-star fleet with lots of previous Captain's Cup winners.