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Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup Day 3
The racing tightens up in Barcelona
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2000 sailors win 2024 Endeavour Trophy
Oliver Groves & Esther Parkhurst claim dinghy champion of champions title
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Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup Day 2
As close together as we've ever seen two AC75 yachts
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2024 YachtsandYachting.com Racing Series Round 5
2024 YachtsandYachting.com Racing Series Round 5
Nine yachts battle it out for the final places in the final
The final round of the YachtsandYachting.com Racing Series organised by Prometheus Sailing was held over the weekend of the 12th and 13th October and saw nine Prometheus 41's entered.
by Terry Hunt
Posted 15 Oct 17:45 BST
DF95 Open at Gosport
DF95 Open at Gosport
M&S District Travellers Trophy event
A cool morning with bright sunshine and a fickle wind from the North greeted the 24 skippers who had travelled from East Kent, Datchet, London, Guildford, Coalhouse Fort, Hampton Court and Emsworth to join an excellent turn out of local skippers.
by Richard Calas
Posted 15 Oct 15:48 BST
America's Cup: Arb Panel rules on expletives
America's Cup: Arb Panel rules on expletives
The AC Arbitration Panel has declined to proceed further after an expletives complaint
An unnamed party has lodged a complaint with the Arbitration Panel for the America's Cup over the exchange between INEOS Britannia skipper, Ben Ainslie and a New Zealand television commentator.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ
Posted 15 Oct 14:45 BST
Swan One Design Worlds preview
Swan One Design Worlds preview
A dramatic finale to the ClubSwan Racing season
The 2024 ClubSwan Racing circuit will eagerly come together once again for the highly anticipated ClubSwan 50, ClubSwan 36 and ClubSwan 42 grand finale at the Swan One Design Worlds.
by ClubSwan Racing
Posted 15 Oct 14:04 BST
Craftinsure Lark Open at Itchenor
Craftinsure Lark Open at Itchenor
Following on from the Masters Championship the day before
Following on from the excitement of the Lark Masters Championship on the Saturday, six boats made it to the first start on the Sunday.
by Ed Bradburn
Posted 15 Oct 10:57 BST
Rooster Expands Operations
Rooster Expands Operations
With Strategic Warehouse Consolidation
Rooster, a leading manufacturer of technical clothing and parts in the marine industry, is excited to announce a strategic expansion of its operations, consolidating its European warehousing into the UK.
by Rooster
Posted 15 Oct 08:00 BST
Cup Spy - Am Cup: Day 3 - The one that got away
Cup Spy - Am Cup: Day 3 - The one that got away
Today's scoreline could and should have been 3-1, with the Brits getting a foot in the AC door
Today's scoreline could have, should have, been 3-1, with the Brits getting a foot in the door for the first time in this America's Cup. The Brits were still fuming over yesterday's umpiring decision and which they believe handed the Kiwis a race win.
by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World NZ
Posted 15 Oct 07:59 BST
RS400 Scottish Championship at Dalgety Bay
RS400 Scottish Championship at Dalgety Bay
Held as part of Dalgety Bay's annual regatta
Eight RS400s made it to Dalgety Bay Sailing Club on 28th September for the culmination of the year's Stewart Brewing RS400 Scottish Tour, and the Scottish Championships as part of Dalgety Bay's annual regatta.
by Angus Marshall
Posted 15 Oct 06:32 BST
GP14 Masters Championship at Welsh Harp
GP14 Masters Championship at Welsh Harp
19 competitive boats face challenging conditions
The GP14 Masters, held over the weekend of 5th & 6th October at Welsh Harp Sailing Club, brought together 19 competitive boats facing challenging conditions that tested both skill and strategy.
by Steve Cooper & Liz Guest
Posted 15 Oct 05:58 BST
Irish Squib Inlands at Lough Derg
Irish Squib Inlands at Lough Derg
A superb fleet of 44 boats enter the event
You can tell the health of any keelboat Class by the numbers attending open events. Despite the autumn weather being expected to be cold, forty-four owners packed up their Squib keelboats and towed them to Dromineer on Lough Derg for the Irish Inlands.
by Vincent Delany
Posted 15 Oct 05:44 BST
Phantom Open at Burton
Phantom Open at Burton
Final event of the 2024 Midland Circuit series
Perhaps it was the forecast of very light winds that dissuaded some, but six visitors arrived for the Burton Open meeting, the last of the Midland Circuit series.
by Stuart Turnbull
Posted 15 Oct 05:37 BST
America's Cup: Tight race for ETNZ
America's Cup: Tight race for ETNZ
Race 4 proved to be a real arm wrestle, the tightest race yet. Emirates Team NZ prevailed once again
Race 4 proved to be a real arm wrestle, the tightest race yet. Emirates Team New Zealand prevailed once again, with every metre of the lead hard-earned by the team,
by Emirates Team NZ
Posted 14 Oct 22:58 BST
Toppers and Teras at Starcross
Toppers and Teras at Starcross
With capture the flag and tug of war
Following the tradition started last year, the day of the annual Tera and Topper Open Meeting dawned sunny and windless. Nearly 30 sailors had travelled to Starcross, from as far afield as Oxfordshire and Fowey in Cornwall.
by Peter Solly
Posted 14 Oct 20:14 BST
Eastern Promise
Eastern Promise
A recent trip to China to attend the Shuifu Jinshajiang River Regatta proved to be enlightening
Travelling around the world to see how sailing is practised is enlightening, and a recent trip to China to attend the Shuifu Jinshajiang River Regatta turned out to be one of the most interesting events I've ever seen.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 14 Oct 20:00 BST
Port Edgar sailing stalwart recognised
Port Edgar sailing stalwart recognised
With RYA Scotland Impact Award
A dedicated volunteer, a forerunner in women's sailing, and a talented race official are just some of the ways you might describe Margaret Tait of Port Edgar Yacht Club.
by Philippa Howie
Posted 14 Oct 19:11 BST
Tense and Tight Racing in Barcelona
Tense and Tight Racing in Barcelona
As Emirates Team New Zealand take fourth Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup win
In a closely fought race that rewarded the most marginal of gains Emirates Team New Zealand took one more point this afternoon in Barcelona with a fourth consecutive victory over INEOS Britannia that advanced them to within three points of victory.
by America's Cup Media
Posted 14 Oct 17:45 BST
Ainslie vows to 'keep pushing all the way'
Ainslie vows to 'keep pushing all the way'
In the 37th America's Cup Match
Ben Ainslie, Team Principal and Skipper of INEOS Britannia, has vowed that the team will "keep pushing all the way" in the 37th America's Cup Match.
by INEOS Britannia
Posted 14 Oct 16:39 BST
Puig Women's America's Cup heralds a new dawn
Puig Women's America's Cup heralds a new dawn
As female sailors take centre stage
Without doubt, one of the highlights of the summer of sailing in Barcelona, the Puig Women's America's Cup, not only delivered from a sailing standpoint but also heralded a new dawn in women's elite sailing.
by America's Cup Media
Posted 14 Oct 16:33 BST
Merlin Rockets of all ages at Hampton
Merlin Rockets of all ages at Hampton
A challenging day's sailing with a variable wind and strong stream
Usually this is held over two days at the weekend but this year, with a strong stream in the Thames and a forecast of virtually no wind on the Sunday, we took the decision to hold both the De May series and the Thames series race concurrently.
by Andrew Mills
Posted 14 Oct 15:29 BST
Broxbourne Flying Fifteen Open
Broxbourne Flying Fifteen Open
An excellent turnout for the final event of the 2024 Southern Travellers series
An excellent turnout of nineteen boats from the home club and one visitor enjoyed the open weekend of sailing and feasting at Broxbourne Sailing Club who sail on a gravel pit in the Lee Valley.
by Pip Hudson
Posted 14 Oct 14:49 BST
RS500 Inlands at Grafham Water
RS500 Inlands at Grafham Water
Battles were had throughout the fleet at front, middle and back
The RS500 fleet were welcomed to Grafham Sailing Club on Saturday 5th October with beautiful sunshine and a sheltered rigging area.
by Bob Preston
Posted 14 Oct 14:38 BST
Portuguese J70 Nationals at Cascais
Portuguese J70 Nationals at Cascais
Opening event of the 2024-2025 Cascais J70 Winter Series
The 2024-2025 Cascais J70 Winter Series has just started, doubling as the Portuguese National Championship, concluded today with a decisive victory for Portuguese sailors.
by Press CNCascais
Posted 14 Oct 14:32 BST
Olympian raises £18k by raffling Paris 2024 boat
Olympian raises £18k by raffling Paris 2024 boat
All the £18,053 raised will go to the Andrew Simpson Foundation
Olympic sailor Micky Beckett has raised over £18,000 to help kids get on the water by raffling the boat he raced at Paris 2024.
by British Sailing Team
Posted 14 Oct 14:28 BST
Fireball Inlands at Rutland
Fireball Inlands at Rutland
A great weekend sailing alongside the Contenders and Javelins
Rutland Sailing Club welcomed the Fireball class on the weekend of 12th and 13th October for their Inland Championship as part of a three-fleet event with the Contenders and Javelins.
by Graham Cook
Posted 14 Oct 14:15 BST
Time for Teams?
Time for Teams?
Chelmarsh SC builds team racing skills and participation with new approach
Team Racing has become established in the Chelmarsh SC calendar. The background idea was simple: how can we encourage new sailors to participate in racing, start to learn some rules and build a social atmosphere at the club.
by David Partridge
Posted 14 Oct 14:03 BST
Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup Day 3
Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup Day 3
A one-race day in Barcelona, after the wind dropped below the minimum limit on Sunday
A one-race day in Barcelona, after the wind dropped below the minimum limit on Sunday after race 3.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 14 Oct 13:55 BST
Sail, Service Stay in Trinidad and Tobago
Sail, Service Stay in Trinidad and Tobago
Your Ultimate Yachting Destination!
Sail... through azure waters and gentle breezes as you explore the enchanting islands of Trinidad and Tobago. Discover hidden coves, pristine beaches, and vibrant marine life.
by Trinidad and Tobago
Posted 14 Oct 12:00 BST
A successful Med Max for UpWind by MerConcept crew
A successful Med Max for UpWind by MerConcept crew
The only all-female duo in the event made a strong impression
Late last week, the UpWind by MerConcept crew, featuring the duo of Anne-Claire Le Berre (France) and Elodie-Jane Mettraux (Switzerland), finished seventh in the inaugural edition of the MedMax, a race between Port-Camargue, France, and Saïdia, Morocco.
by MerConcept
Posted 14 Oct 11:59 BST
GKA Kite-Surf World Cup 2024 Ibiraquera Preview
GKA Kite-Surf World Cup 2024 Ibiraquera Preview
The top riders from across the globe set for Brazil
The Qatar Airways GKA Kite World Tour is set to debut in the Brazilian break of Ibiraquera, where the Kite-Surf discipline makes its penultimate call of the season.
by GKA Kite World Tour
Posted 14 Oct 10:45 BST
SailGP to roll out T-Foils, beginning January 2025
SailGP to roll out T-Foils, beginning January 2025
Russell Coutts says the development will be a 'game changer'
SailGP has confirmed that its new high-speed T-Foils will be added to its entire international fleet of F50s in January 2025, ahead of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix | Auckland.
by SailGP
Posted 14 Oct 10:35 BST
Blithfield Ospey Open
Blithfield Ospey Open
A combination of good sailing and great food and drink ashore
Ospreys have been an icon within Blithfield Sailing Club for decades. Great racing, but the Open is also an event where the great food and drink after sailing is vital.
by Ian McDonald
Posted 14 Oct 10:20 BST
Finn European Championship Preview
Finn European Championship Preview
More than 150 competitors expected in Cannes
The Yacht Club de Cannes confirms its excellence and reputation in terms of organising major regattas, with the European Finn Championships from 18 to 25 October
by Yacht Club de Cannes
Posted 14 Oct 08:37 BST
SailingFast Northern ILCA Circuit at Dovestone
SailingFast Northern ILCA Circuit at Dovestone
Turnout was strong across the year, averaging 17 boats per event
The Sailingfast Northern ILCA Circuit completed the 2024 season at Dovestone SC on Sunday 13th October. The 2024 season was conducted across 15 venues across the North, and saw 131 competitors from 27 different clubs sailing between March and October.
by Gordon Riddell
Posted 14 Oct 06:48 BST
Formula Kite Youth Europeans overall
Formula Kite Youth Europeans overall
Passing lanes and precision define winning performances
Any hopes of getting a golden ticket into the medal series Sunday were dashed when a late start forced race officers to begin the day with the semifinals for both men and women.
by Chris Museler, IKA
Posted 14 Oct 00:19 BST
2000 sailors win 2024 Endeavour Trophy
2000 sailors win 2024 Endeavour Trophy
Oliver Groves & Esther Parkhurst claim dinghy champion of champions title
Oliver Groves (27) and Esther Parkhurst (25) representing the 2000 class have won the Endeavour Trophy after a close final day battle that went right down to the wire writes Sue Pelling.
by Sue Pelling
Posted 13 Oct 21:27 BST
Start Box Drama in Barcelona
Start Box Drama in Barcelona
As Emirates Team New Zealand extend to 3-0 in Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup Match
There was ruthless execution on display as Emirates Team New Zealand extended their advantage to 3-0 after forcing a penalty on the Challenger of Record INEOS Britannia in the pre-start period of the only race completed today in Barcelona.
by America's Cup Media
Posted 13 Oct 19:40 BST
Pre-start penalty and light winds dominate day two
Pre-start penalty and light winds dominate day two
Of America's Cup Match in Barcelona
A pre-start penalty and light winds dominated Race Day 2 of the 37th America's Cup Match between INEOS Britannia and Defenders Emirates Team New Zealand in Barcelona.
by INEOS Britannia
Posted 13 Oct 19:34 BST
SW Topper Travellers at Chew Valley Lake
SW Topper Travellers at Chew Valley Lake
Penultimate event of the South West Travellers season
A huge thank you to the very friendly and scenic Chew Valley Lake Sailing Club for a superb weekend as we sailed the last but one SW Topper Traveller event of the season on 5th and 6th October 2024.
by James Willis
Posted 13 Oct 17:59 BST
Soak Tide Ride 2024 at Hayling Island
Soak Tide Ride 2024 at Hayling Island
Over 100 sailors and riders to take part during the first weekend of October
Hayling Island Sailing Club were really excited to reintroduce the Tide Ride and welcome over 100 sailors and riders to take part during the first weekend of October.
by HISC
Posted 13 Oct 17:49 BST
Cup Spy - Am Cup: Day 2 - Drama and Niggle
Cup Spy - Am Cup: Day 2 - Drama and Niggle
The two AC75s were just four seconds away from a serious foil clash in dramatic pre-start incident
The two AC75s were just four seconds away from a serious foil clash in dramatic pre-start incident. However it was a post race exchange between British skipper Ben Ainslie and a commentator immediately after the race which captured the newspaper headlines
by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World NZ
Posted 13 Oct 15:06 BST
Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup Day 2
Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup Day 2
As close together as we've ever seen two AC75 yachts
Everything went the way of the Defender on the opening day of the Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup, and the Challenger needed a good one to stay in touch with them in the competition.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 13 Oct 13:46 BST
Small accessories - big changes
Small accessories - big changes
Upgrade your kit bag with a few small additions from Rooster
Upgrade your kit bag with a few small additions to keep you cosy now the Winter is on its way.
by Rooster
Posted 13 Oct 12:00 BST
Oldest videos of women's sailing
Oldest videos of women's sailing
In contrast to the newest event, the Puig Women's America's Cup
With the inaugural Puig Women's America's Cup just finishing, it seemed that our weekly delve in to the video archives should focus on female sailors. With our goal always being to find the oldest footage, this immediately raised some concerns.
by Magnus Smith
Posted 13 Oct 12:00 BST
Registrations open for the Virtual Vendée Globe
Registrations open for the Virtual Vendée Globe
A unique chance to join the race while staying dry
The Vendée Globe will kick off from Les Sables d'Olonne on November 10th, with 40 skippers embarking on this solo, non-stop, and unassisted circumnavigation.
by Vendée Globe media
Posted 13 Oct 11:25 BST
UK Hansa TT at Frensham Pond
UK Hansa TT at Frensham Pond
Final round of the UK Traveller Trophy Series
The final TT of the season was held at Frensham Pond on Wednesday 2nd October. The day started well with a NNE wind of 8-10 mph, building slightly during the two morning races.
by Lisa Skirrow
Posted 13 Oct 11:15 BST
Parkstone Optimist Open
Parkstone Optimist Open
A weekend of winds at either extreme
It was time for the annual Parkstone Optimist Open Meeting 2024, which took place two weekends ago. It was a weekend of winds at either extreme with day 1 of drifting to day 2 of thrilling races that kept both sailors and spectators on their toes.
by Sandy Ramus, Kate Davis and Melissa Franklin
Posted 13 Oct 10:52 BST
Applications Open until 1st November
Applications Open until 1st November
For the 2024 Women's World Match Racing Championships
World Sailing and The Saudi Sailing Federation have confirmed the deadline for entries to the 2024 Women's Match Racing World Championship is 1st November.
by Abi Peterson
Posted 13 Oct 07:11 BST
'There's still a long way to go'
'There's still a long way to go'
Ainslie reacts to defeat on Day 1 of America's Cup Match
Ben Ainslie, Team Principal and Skipper of INEOS Britannia, said the first day of the 37th America's Cup Match was "not the start we were looking for", after two defeats by Defenders Emirates Team New Zealand.
by INEOS Britannia
Posted 13 Oct 06:28 BST
Rooster Expands Operations
Rooster, a leading manufacturer of technical clothing and parts in the marine industry, is excited to announce a strategic expansion of its operations, consolidating its European warehousing into the UK.
Eastern Promise
Travelling around the world to see how sailing is practised is enlightening, and a recent trip to China to attend the Shuifu Jinshajiang River Regatta turned out to be one of the most interesting events I've ever seen.
Sail, Service Stay in Trinidad and Tobago
Sail... through azure waters and gentle breezes as you explore the enchanting islands of Trinidad and Tobago. Discover hidden coves, pristine beaches, and vibrant marine life.
Oldest videos of women's sailing
With the inaugural Puig Women's America's Cup just finishing, it seemed that our weekly delve in to the video archives should focus on female sailors. With our goal always being to find the oldest footage, this immediately raised some concerns.
Small accessories - big changes
Upgrade your kit bag with a few small additions to keep you cosy now the Winter is on its way.
The King is in the all-together
A counter view of the never-ending summer of sport or, as the French once said, "C'est magnifique, mais ce n'est pas la voile!"
Allen Showcase New Products at METSTRADE
Allen Brothers is excited to announce our participation in METSTRADE 2024, the premier trade show for marine equipment, materials, and systems, from 19th to 21st November at the RAI Amsterdam.
Interview with Saskia Clark
I met up with Saskia Clark, Olympic gold medallist, pro sailor, and now racing in the PUIG Women's America's Cup together with her 470 helm Hannah Mills.
Race backpack - Two new colours
We've just dropped two new LIMITED EDITION colours to the Race Backpack range... Be quick while BOLD PINK and CLASSIC NAVY are in stock!
50% is no mere pass mark
Some parts already in place, and others that needed much more time on low heat, in order for them to distil down. Make the grand sauce, and all that...
Typhoon next-generation flagship drysuits
Leading marine products and watersports apparel manufacturer, Typhoon International is excited to introduce the latest evolutions of its most popular drysuits; the Max B 2.0, Sea Kayak and PS440 2.0.
Interview with Hannah Mills
I spoke with Hannah Mills in Barcelona ahead of the 37th America's Cup to find out more about the Athena Pathway, the PUIG Women's America's Cup, how she put the team together, and what sailing an AC40 is really like.
RYA Connected Live on 10th October
Join us for RYA Connected Live where we will look back at the successes and challenges of 2024, and explore some of the key issues and opportunities for clubs and other affiliates.
Tension, Temperament and Trust
Sailing an AC75 is not something every sailor can do. The myriad of controls, the split roles and the incredible speeds all make it a tricky proposition, but when you're sailing against an evenly-matched opponent, the difficulty goes to a whole new level.
New from Pip Hare: In My Element:
In My Element by Pip Hare launches on October 10th and is a gripping and inspiring account of one of the World's toughest races, through the eyes of an extraordinary woman.
Should you install load sensors on a new yacht?
Understanding the rig on your yacht and how it is set up is critical, all the way from when it is brand new. I spoke to Cyclops Marine's Ben Hazeldine to find out more about how their load cells can help with this.