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SSL Gold Cup 1/4 Finals Day 3
Gran Canaria shines on massive 6 race day
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New purchasers for US SailGP Team
Diverse group of investors set largest team acquisition
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Challengers set on the Red Sea
At the second America's Cup Preliminary Event
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Is there a need for speed?
That famous line by Maverick in Top Gun
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INEOS Britannia back in action
INEOS Britannia back in action
Team once again has the golden pairing of Ben Ainslie and Giles Scott
The America's Cup roars back into action this weekend with the second of the three Preliminary Regattas begins in Jeddah, on the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia.
by INEOS Britannia
Posted 29 Nov 19:31 GMT
SSL Gold Cup 1/4 Finals Day 3
SSL Gold Cup 1/4 Finals Day 3
Gran Canaria shines on massive 6 race day
Tuesday's light winds meant we only had two races, so Wednesday was catch-up time, with the wind playing ball, delivering a beautiful 8 knots. A daunting six races were scheduled - physically and mentally draining for the teams and race organisers alike.
by Mark Jardine & Benedict Donovan / SSL Gold Cup
Posted 29 Nov 19:24 GMT
KiteFoil World Series Final Zhuhai preview
KiteFoil World Series Final Zhuhai preview
International fleet lining up against strong Chinese squad
International riders have been getting ready for the climax of the KiteFoil World Series 2023 in Zhuhai China. Racing in the Lakewood Hills KiteFoil World Series China begins on Thursday and concludes this Sunday.
by Andy Rice
Posted 29 Nov 16:28 GMT
New purchasers for United States SailGP Team
New purchasers for United States SailGP Team
Diverse group of investors representing sport, technology, entertainment and media
SailGP's United States team has been purchased by technology investor and founding Uber engineer Ryan McKillen, Margaret McKillen, and two-time world champion sailor Mike Buckley. They are joined by a diverse group of investors.
by US SailGP Team
Posted 29 Nov 16:11 GMT
Pip Hare talks about the Retour a La Base
Pip Hare talks about the Retour a La Base
A classic, head north, find depression, put your foot down..
Pip Hare is one of those racers who is probably happiest when she is at sea, at one with her IMOCA Medallia. But the British racer now faces her biggest test yet as races solo for the first time on Medallia.
by Retour à La Base
Posted 29 Nov 15:39 GMT
RS800 Rooster National Tour summary
RS800 Rooster National Tour summary
Congratulations to Tom Morris and Guy Fillmore
From the steely grey waters of Rutland in early March to the sumptuous sea-swell of Hayling Bay; from the Olympic ordained Portland Harbour to the war of attrition witnessed at Lymington, the RS800 fleet has been spoiled by seven fantastic venues.
by Hugh Shone
Posted 29 Nov 13:28 GMT
Zhik introduce bespoke corporate/yacht teamwear
Zhik introduce bespoke corporate/yacht teamwear
Customised and branded Zhik products to race teams and yacht crews
Zhik have launched a new bespoke Teamwear Service to supply customised and branded Zhik products to race teams and yacht crews. With a dedicated Account Manager together with your specific branding requirements, the entire process is straightforward.
by Zhik
Posted 29 Nov 12:00 GMT
Stellar cast building
Stellar cast building
RORC Caribbean 600 entries and interests are approaching 50 teams
The 15th anniversary edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 starts in Antigua on 19th February, and since its launch last year, the RORC Nelson's Cup Series provides an additional action-packed event with racing starting on 13th of February.
by Louay Habib
Posted 29 Nov 11:47 GMT
Young Sailor to represent SVG at Youth Worlds
Young Sailor to represent SVG at Youth Worlds
First time a sailor from St Vincent and the Grenadines has been selected
Scarlett Hadley, a student at Girls High School, Kingstown, is representing St Vincent and the Grenadines at the World Sailing Youth Championships. This is the first time a sailor from SVG has been selected to compete in this event.
by SVG Sailing Association
Posted 29 Nov 10:08 GMT
The road to the International WASZP Games
The road to the International WASZP Games
High stakes and intense battles in the rankings
In an adrenaline-fuelled season of sailing, the WASZP rankings have witnessed an epic showdown between the titans of the class, setting the stage for a gripping finale at the International WASZP Games in Sorrento, Australia.
by WASZP Class
Posted 29 Nov 09:31 GMT
Solo racing returns in the IMOCA Class
Solo racing returns in the IMOCA Class
The beginning of the final build-up to next year's Vendée Globe
So here we go, the beginning of the final build-up to next year's Vendée Globe as single-handed racing returns to the IMOCA Class, with the first ever solo Retour à la Base from Martinique in the French Caribbean to Lorient.
by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series
Posted 29 Nov 08:41 GMT
Watch the AC40 Practice Race live from Jeddah
Watch the AC40 Practice Race live from Jeddah
Practice Race will be broadcast live starting at 1030UTC for the second Preliminary Event
The AC40 Practice Race will be broadcast live from Jeddah starting at 1030UTC (2330NZT) for the second Preliminary Regatta. You can view the live racing in this story - and hopefully the replay for those out of the timezone.
by Richard Gladwell
Posted 29 Nov 08:22 GMT
Will the feeling of déjà vu continue?
Will the feeling of déjà vu continue?
In the 2023-24 NSW 18ft Skiff Championship
Fluctuating winds and a number of start and racing incidents affected Day One of the 2023-24 NSW 18ft skiff Championship, which was conducted by the Australian 18 Footers League on Sydney Harbour last Sunday.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 29 Nov 06:15 GMT
SSL Gold Cup 1/4 Finals Day 2
SSL Gold Cup 1/4 Finals Day 2
Pained expressions in Gran Canaria
Light winds bring emotions to the fore on yachts. Situations can change in an instant, and the whole scenario can be understood just from looking at a sailor's face.
by Mark Jardine & Benedict Donovan / SSL Gold Cup
Posted 28 Nov 18:09 GMT
RS400 Rooster National Tour summary
RS400 Rooster National Tour summary
Congratulations to Ollie Groves and Esther Parkhurst
The final event win at the RS End of Season Regatta was the cherry on the cake for Ollie and Esther who had already wrapped up the overall Rooster National Tour after a stellar year on the circuit.
by Sam Knight
Posted 28 Nov 18:02 GMT
All good things must come to an end
All good things must come to an end
Rooster Big Weekend ends soon, full of the best offers of the year
The Rooster Big Weekend is almost over. Join us for your last chance to benefit from our best offers of the year. Browse our customer favourites...
by Rooster
Posted 28 Nov 17:00 GMT
RS Association supports cancer survivors
RS Association supports cancer survivors
Dedicated fundraising support for the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust
Young cancer survivors supported by the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust have benefited from the RS Association's dedicated fundraising support throughout the year, raising over £2,700 across numerous events in 2023.
by Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust
Posted 28 Nov 15:42 GMT
The RCYC Snow Globe races 5 & 6
The RCYC Snow Globe races 5 & 6
16 boats lined up, including 4 Otters and 2 visitors
The third day of the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club' SnowGlobe series, on 25th of November, saw Charlie Matthews move to the top of the table, after a second and a first place.
by Petru Balau
Posted 28 Nov 14:14 GMT
Alinghi Red Bull Racing back at the start line
Alinghi Red Bull Racing back at the start line
The sailors and entire support team at Jeddah are poised and ready
It has been just over a month since Alinghi Red Bull Racing first set up their temporary base in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia in advance of the second America's Cup Preliminary Regatta.
by Alinghi Red Bull Racing
Posted 28 Nov 13:07 GMT
Rope4Boats RS400 Southern Tour summary
Rope4Boats RS400 Southern Tour summary
Congratulations to Tom Halhead and Paul Hilliar
The Rope4Boats RS400 Southern Tour has now concluded and what a year it has been! The tour kicked off in mid-March at Queen Mary with a coaching/racing double header. The tight racing set the scene for the rest of the year.
by RS Class Association
Posted 28 Nov 12:29 GMT
Melges 24 European Sailing Series 2023 overall
Melges 24 European Sailing Series 2023 overall
Hungarian Chinook of Akos Csolto sweeps overall and corinthian titles
The Melges 24 European Sailing Series has successfully concluded its thrilling 2023 season, marking a significant milestone for the iconic Melges 24 boat as it celebrates its 30th anniversary.
by International Melges 24 Class Association
Posted 28 Nov 11:51 GMT
Sea Ventures Super Series Test Event Round 3
Sea Ventures Super Series Test Event Round 3
Yarmouth Harbour and its excellent warm facilities turned out to be a big hit with all
Under a sunny and bright blue winter's morning sky, Round 3 of the Sea Ventures Super Series test event got under way from the mainland shore to the North East of Lepe Spit. A light and cold Northerly breeze saw the fleet starting downwind.
by Mark Angell
Posted 28 Nov 10:52 GMT
The Ocean Race to collect rare data in Antarctica
The Ocean Race to collect rare data in Antarctica
The analysis of tiny microplastics (down to 30 microns) has never been done before in Antarctica
The Ocean Race is driving an Antarctic science mission in which vital data about the health of the ocean will be gathered at the southern fringes of the planet, where information is extremely sparse.
by The Ocean Race
Posted 28 Nov 09:44 GMT
Roschier Baltic Sea Race NoR published
Roschier Baltic Sea Race NoR published
The second edition will start from Helsinki in July 2024
The Royal Ocean Racing Club is delighted to announce that the Notice of Race is now available for the 2024 Roschier Baltic Sea Race, with entry opening on 18 December 2023. The second edition of the Roschier Baltic Sea Race will start from Helsinki.
by Louay Habib
Posted 28 Nov 09:33 GMT
Boris Herrmann talks about return to solo racing
Boris Herrmann talks about return to solo racing
The German skipper is set for the Retour à La Base
Boris Herrmann: "In the Westerlies I am sure I have one of the best boats for sailing solo."
by Retour à La Base
Posted 28 Nov 05:56 GMT
Cup teams ready to race on Red Sea
Cup teams ready to race on Red Sea
Kiwis have first sail on the Red Sea ahead of second Preliminary Event
Emirates Team New Zealand are set up and ready to race in Jeddah for the America's Cup Preliminary Regatta after their first sailing session on the Red Sea in a 13-15 kt NW breeze.
by ETNZ/Sail-World
Posted 27 Nov 22:09 GMT
Is there a need for speed?
Is there a need for speed?
That famous line by Pete "Maverick" Mitchell in Top Gun
It's that famous line by Pete "Maverick" Mitchell in Top Gun while walking towards his F-14 Tomcat with Goose, "I feel the need, the need for speed". Sailing seems to have been following the mantra.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 27 Nov 20:00 GMT
Tense & Tactical Opener to SSL Gold Cup 1/4 Finals
Tense & Tactical Opener to SSL Gold Cup 1/4 Finals
Light winds mean the slightest mistake was costly in Gran Canaria
After the breathless and heart-stopping moments we saw on Fantastic Friday, the start of the SSL Gold Cup 1/4 Finals in Gran Canaria was a far less frenetic light wind affair.
by Mark Jardine & Benedict Donovan / SSL Gold Cup
Posted 27 Nov 19:59 GMT
Getting Better for Jeddah
Getting Better for Jeddah
How America's Cup teams use wireless load sensing to be at their best
Some innovations appear for one AC campaign, and are gone the next. Others develop and spread through the teams. The latter is true of Cyclops wireless load sensors. They are now being used by the majority of teams.
by Cyclops Marine
Posted 27 Nov 17:00 GMT
Global Solo Challenge update
Global Solo Challenge update
Navigating the unforgiving waters of the southern oceans
The latest week in the Global Solo Challenge has seen the majority of the skippers at sea confront, some for the first time, the relentless and dynamic Southern Ocean.
by Marco Nannini / Global Solo Challenge
Posted 27 Nov 12:03 GMT
Phuket King's Cup Regatta welcomes sailors
Phuket King's Cup Regatta welcomes sailors
One of Southeast Asia's most prestigious international sporting events
A testament to the competitive spirit of sailing and a significant booster for Thailand's sport tourism, the event, taking place at Beyond Kata.
by Phuket King's Cup Media
Posted 27 Nov 10:59 GMT
PlanetSail interview from Vilanova
PlanetSail interview from Vilanova
How is this British America's Cup challenge different?
INEOS Britannia skipper Sir Ben Ainslie and Operations Director Dave Endean talk candidly and exclusively to Matt Sheahan about how this challenge differs from the last Cup attempt down in Auckland.
by Matt Sheahan
Posted 27 Nov 10:34 GMT
Bembridge Illusion Picnic Hamper
Bembridge Illusion Picnic Hamper
Chipping away the ice isn't how most picnics begin
Conditions on Saturday morning were almost perfect, bright sunshine and a F3 North Westerly, for the 20 Illusionists who made it to Bembridge SC ready for a 09:00 start. Having chipped away the ice, they headed out of the harbour.
by Mike Samuelson
Posted 27 Nov 09:13 GMT
Retour à La Base starts in four days
Retour à La Base starts in four days
More than 30 solo skippers will start the inaugural 3,500 nautical miles race
Thursday 30th November at midday local time (0800hrs UTC) more than 30 solo skippers on their IMOCA 60s will start the 3,500nautical miles inaugural Rétour à La Base race from Martinique
by Retour à La Base
Posted 27 Nov 08:47 GMT
Pamela Lee and Tiphaine Ragueneau complete the TJV
Pamela Lee and Tiphaine Ragueneau complete the TJV
To take 29th place in Class 40 fleet
Pam Lee and Tiphaine Ragueneau, the Irish-French duo, who raced the Atlantic under the Cap pour elles initiative, crossed the finish line of the Transat Jacques Vabre
by TJV Media
Posted 27 Nov 08:21 GMT
RS Aero UK Youth Championships at Burghfield
RS Aero UK Youth Championships at Burghfield
Twenty lively, up and coming young sailors compete for the title
Burghfield Sailing Club welcomed twenty lively, up and coming young RS Aero youth sailors to compete for the UK National Youth Champion titles. Joining them was American Dylan Williams, flying over for the camaraderie and lake sailing practice.
by Tom Jones
Posted 27 Nov 07:58 GMT
2023 44Cup Calero Marinas overall
2023 44Cup Calero Marinas overall
Two in a row for Charisma as Aleph Racing tops the table
Dutchman Nico Poons was unable to stay dry once ashore from the final day of racing at the 44Cup Calero Marinas.
by 44Cup
Posted 26 Nov 23:44 GMT
Rockshore/Bosun Bob's RS400 Winter Series day 4
Rockshore/Bosun Bob's RS400 Winter Series day 4
A surprisingly lively day leads to a missed opportunity for some
For the 4th instalment of the famous Rockshore & Bosun Bob's RS400 Winter Series the mood in the boat park was less than cheery. Spells of rain and glassy conditions that morning led most sailors to believe that no racing would occur
by Tom Purdon
Posted 26 Nov 23:14 GMT
SSL Gold Cup 1/4 Finals Officially Opened
SSL Gold Cup 1/4 Finals Officially Opened
The world's most elite sailing teams have landed in sunny Gran Canaria
The world's most elite sailing teams have landed in sunny Gran Canaria for the 1/4 Finals of the SSL Gold Cup, and the level of competition is only ramping up.
by Mark Jardine & Benedict Donovan / SSL Gold Cup
Posted 26 Nov 19:43 GMT
Zhik Junior Gear On Sale
Zhik Junior Gear On Sale
Black Friday Up to 40% Off
Zhik makes some of the world's best water sports gear for juniors, kids and children on the market. Zhik gear is performance-driven, high-quality and offers the latest in technological innovation on the market.
by Zhik
Posted 26 Nov 11:34 GMT
18ft Skiff NSW Championship Races 1 and 2
18ft Skiff NSW Championship Races 1 and 2
Defending champions hold a narrow lead
The defending champion Andoo team of John Winning Jr, Seve Jarvin and Sam Newton hold a narrow lead after the first two races sailed on the opening day of the 2023-24 NSW 18ft Skiff Championship.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 26 Nov 07:55 GMT
Kiwi America's Cup hopefuls spend a week on Trial
Kiwi America's Cup hopefuls spend a week on Trial
The next generation of potential Emirates Team New Zealand sailors, spent a week under the spotlight
The next generation of potential Emirates Team New Zealand sailors, have spent a week under the spotlight at the team base in Auckland, as part of the selection process for the 2024 Youth America's Cup team.
by Emirates Team NZ and Sail-World.com/nz
Posted 26 Nov 02:14 GMT
2023 44Cup Calero Marinas Day 3
2023 44Cup Calero Marinas Day 3
Aleph consolidates off Puerto Calero as Charisma eyes the 2023 title
The 44Cup Calero Marinas, the final event of the 2023 44Cup, has become a two horse race going into the final day.
by 44Cup
Posted 25 Nov 23:00 GMT
Blithfield Barrel week 1
Blithfield Barrel week 1
There wasn't much sun... it didn't really matter as there was plenty of wind!
There wasn't much sun to greet the sailors on the damp Sunday morning of the first chapter in the iconic Blithfield Barrel racing series. That didn't really matter as there was plenty of wind!
by Alastair Reid
Posted 25 Nov 20:15 GMT
Copa Kitley GWA Wingfoil World Cup Brazil update
Copa Kitley GWA Wingfoil World Cup Brazil update
Cappuzzo claims first ever world title
During days one, two, and three the focus was mainly driven on Surf-Freestyle, however, attention on the last day focused on FreeFly-Slalom where winners were crowned one last time.
by Liam Dredge
Posted 25 Nov 20:02 GMT
Volvo Ocean Race 2005-06 Official Film
Volvo Ocean Race 2005-06 Official Film
The Volvo Ocean Race broke with tradition by starting outside the UK
In 2005-06, the Volvo Ocean Race broke with tradition by starting outside the UK, from Vigo, Spain, to Cape Town, South Africa. Introducing the Volvo Open 70 boat class added excitement but posed challenges on the 31,000 nautical mile global route.
by The Ocean Race
Posted 25 Nov 16:00 GMT
Formula Kite Asia & Oceania Championships day 4
Formula Kite Asia & Oceania Championships day 4
Could Christmas have come early for Jingyue Chen?
Could Christmas have come early for Jingyue Chen? Crossing the finish line in first place in six successive races, it was Jingyue all the way for the Chinese rider on day four of the Formula Kite Asia & Oceania Championships in Shenzhen, China.
by Andy Rice
Posted 25 Nov 15:43 GMT
Meet the fleet #16 - Hannah Diamond (GBR)
Meet the fleet #16 - Hannah Diamond (GBR)
One of the International 29er Class alumni
This week we meet one of our International 29er Class alumni turned professional sailor, Hannah Diamond, GBR.
by International 29er Class
Posted 25 Nov 14:05 GMT
Zhik introduce bespoke corporate/yacht teamwear
Zhik have launched a new bespoke Teamwear Service to supply customised and branded Zhik products to race teams and yacht crews. With a dedicated Account Manager together with your specific branding requirements, the entire process is straightforward.
Is there a need for speed?
It's that famous line by Pete "Maverick" Mitchell in Top Gun while walking towards his F-14 Tomcat with Goose, "I feel the need, the need for speed". Sailing seems to have been following the mantra.
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New Allen products at METSTRADE 2023
We spoke to Ben Harden of Allen at METSTRADE 2023 to find out about the new products they have brought out.
Getting Better for Jeddah
Some innovations appear for one AC campaign, and are gone the next. Others develop and spread through the teams. The latter is true of Cyclops wireless load sensors. They are now being used by the majority of teams.
It's not just about the racing
Had occasion to be invited to attend a luncheon. It was with a crew that do not even race together anymore, and the boat has been sold many a year ago, as well.
Zhik Junior Gear On Sale
Zhik makes some of the world's best water sports gear for juniors, kids and children on the market. Zhik gear is performance-driven, high-quality and offers the latest in technological innovation on the market.
The greatest event that almost never was
It's been a very hard week for personal reasons, but I am very glad I made it to Gran Canaria to cover the SSL Gold Cup.
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Bold as brass
Ordinarily, you might expect a cute little French name on a French boat. Dare we say it is somewhat de rigueur? (Argh. Argh. Argh.) Lenny is very masculine in nature, and these are not necessarily boat names, unless you happen to be an Aircraft Carrier.
It's Black Friday
Happy Black Friday :)
Under the skin of the J/112E
What happens under the layer of gelcoat on a yacht is inherently invisible to the naked eye. At a boat show what you see is the shine and the shape, the glitz, and the glamour.
Mainsheet systems - how do they work?
A rough guide to mainsheet purchase systems by Upffront.com. A block and tackle or 'purchase' system is a form of mechanical advantage, where the input force is multiplied through a series of pulleys or blocks to create a much larger output force.
It's all in the Name!
It is a sad fact of life that the sailors who were drivers at the heart of the so called 'golden era' of dinghy racing are getting older, but their ability to get together for an afternoon of fun and laughter is as strong as ever.
Save on PFDs with Zhik this Black Friday
Keeping safety and practicality at the forefront, the range of Zhik PFDs are certified, streamlined, ergonomic and functional. A favourite of water sport enthusiasts and athletes around the world.?
A busy and successful Autumn for Hyde Sails
We chatted with Ben McGrane to find out about the busy schedule he and Hyde Sails had in September in a variety of classes, including the Flying Fifteen Nationals, the 70th Anniversary Osprey Nationals, and the Squib UK Inlands.