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ILCA World Championships concludes
The northern wind arrives - Qingdao's final challenge
© Kong XiangJing / ILCA
Moth Lowrider Nationals at Stone day 2
Hitting a mark is one thing...
© Dougal Henshall
Italy to host 38th America's Cup
The fight for the Auld Mug will take place in Naples
© MMNRT
Inaugural FM Sailing Colander Cup
Featuring 26 boats, each acquired for £300 or less
© Matt O'Neill
How Seldén Carbon Masts are made
I took a look around the Seldén Mast factory with Richard Thoroughgood to find out more
© Seldén Mast
Big Phantom event at Burton coming up
Big Phantom event at Burton coming up
P&B Inlands, GJW Direct Super Series and Midland area travellers
Burton Sailing Club have the honour of hosting a Phantom trio special at the beginning of June. The P&B Phantom Inland Championships, GJW Direct Super Series and Midland area traveller series all in one.
by Mike Webster
Posted 18 May 14:58 BST
Record falls in Regata dei Tre Golfi
Record falls in Regata dei Tre Golfi
The tone was set with a magnificent downwind spinnaker start in 15 knots of wind
While summer time Mediterranean offshore races can often be windless affairs, this was not the case for the 70th Regata dei Tre Golfi, the Circolo del Remo e della Vela Italia's 156 mile offshore race that formed opening part of the IMA Maxi Europeans.
by James Boyd / International Maxi Association
Posted 18 May 13:14 BST
Setting sail on our steps to sustainability
Setting sail on our steps to sustainability
Andrew Simpson Yachting is committed to protecting the waters we love
Andrew Simpson Yachting is committed to protecting the waters we love by taking meaningful steps toward sustainability. As sailors, we recognise our responsibility to minimise our impact on marine ecosystems.
by Jacob Tyson
Posted 18 May 11:12 BST
Formula Kite Europeans in Urla day 4
Formula Kite Europeans in Urla day 4
Despair and dominance define chaotic day
Scrappy racing in mixed up breeze kicked off the next stage of the championship as the leaders gave a masterclass in consistency while others dropped kites and places heading towards the medal series.
by International Kiteboarding Association
Posted 18 May 09:37 BST
GBR team at Hansa and Para World Championships
GBR team at Hansa and Para World Championships
Rory Mckinna victorious in Sydney
Seven British sailors, two coaches and their supporters made the long and arduous journey to Sydney, Australia for the six day regatta. The British team competed in four fleets of racing: SKUD18, Liberty, 303 single and 303 doubles.
by Hansa Class UK
Posted 18 May 08:12 BST
Dragon Worlds at Vilamoura overall
Dragon Worlds at Vilamoura overall
NONO wins Corinthian division, and FEVER the Masters title
After an incredible week of high-stakes competition and unforgettable on-and-off- water moments, the Dragon World Championship by Tivoli Hotels & Resorts wrapped
by Prow Media
Posted 17 May 22:22 BST
Snipe wins Daffodil, now to the Lord Birkett
Snipe wins Daffodil, now to the Lord Birkett
Back to Ullswater in early July for the next leg of the Sailjuice Challenge
Matthew Wolstenholme and Uko Tiidemann sailed their Snipe to victory at the Magic Marine Daffodil Regatta earlier this month, beating a mixed handicap fleet of 77 entries.
by Andy Rice
Posted 17 May 20:58 BST
44Cup Porto Cervo day 3
44Cup Porto Cervo day 3
Team Nika clings on going into final day
After yesterday's stomach churning washing machine of a day, the Costa Smeralda turned the glamour conditions back on again for day three of the 44Cup Porto Cervo, organised by the RC44 class and the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda.
by 44Cup
Posted 17 May 20:40 BST
Galateia claims line honours at Tre Golfi Regatta
Galateia claims line honours at Tre Golfi Regatta
The Wallycento completes the course in in in 13 hours, 19 minutes and 42 seconds
Galateia, the Wallycento owned by David Leuschen and Chris Flowers, was the first yacht to cross the finish line of the 70th Tre Golfi Regatta.
by Tre Golfi Sailing Week
Posted 17 May 20:28 BST
Cowes Spring Classics from Henri-Lloyd
Cowes Spring Classics from Henri-Lloyd
A great way to kick off the season and enjoy the energy of Cowes
A great way to kick off the season and enjoy the energy of Cowes. The event brings together classic yachts and sailing fans. Make sure to drop by our store in Cowes!
by Henri-Lloyd
Posted 17 May 17:00 BST
ILCA 6 Women's and ILCA 7 Men's Worlds overall
ILCA 6 Women's and ILCA 7 Men's Worlds overall
The northern wind arrives - Qingdao's final challenge
Today marks the final day of the 2025 ILCA World Championships. While the champions have yet to be crowned, Qingdao's signature northern wind has already unfurled the curtain on the ultimate showdown.
by Frankie Zheng / ILCA
Posted 17 May 16:28 BST
Moth Lowrider Nationals at Stone day 2
Moth Lowrider Nationals at Stone day 2
Hitting a mark is one thing, setting up camp on it is something else altogether
After a testing, not to say bruising opening day for the Lowrider Moths at Stone Sailing Club the concerns were that Day 2 would be the same but colder. Race Officer Neil Fulcher and the excellent Stone Race Team knew better though.
by Dougal Henshall
Posted 17 May 16:04 BST
J/24 Fowey Trophy and Southern Areas
J/24 Fowey Trophy and Southern Areas
Sunshine and swell, then rain and rivalries
The 2025 J/24 Southern Areas Regatta took place over the weekend of 10-11 May, hosted jointly by the Fowey Gallants Sailing Club and the Royal Fowey Yacht Club. The event delivered exciting racing and tight results across the board.
by Lorna Graham
Posted 17 May 15:03 BST
X 195 'Turtle' Launch
X 195 'Turtle' Launch
The first new X One Design in 18 years!
I attended a rare event in the X One Design class: the launch of a new boat. It has been 18 years since the last new X was launched, and X195 has been a project that long in the making.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 17 May 14:00 BST
2026 Junior Worlds set for Medemblik, Netherlands
2026 Junior Worlds set for Medemblik, Netherlands
A famous and beautiful sailing venue with a deep-rooted legacy in Olympic-class racing
The International 49er and Nacra 17 Class Association proudly announces that the 2026 Junior World Championships for the 49er, 49erFX, and Nacra 17 classes will take place in Medemblik, Netherlands, from July 19 to 26th, 2026.
by Alexia Lahoud / 49er and Nacra 17 Sailing
Posted 17 May 13:21 BST
RTYC Cumberland Cup day 2
RTYC Cumberland Cup day 2
Team racing battles intensify at Queen Mary reservoir
Glorious sunshine and a shifty 8-12 Knot Northerly wind greeted the teams to day two of the Cumberland Cup. Despite the hospitable welcome at the Houses of Parliament none of the sailors appeared the worse for wear.
by Jack Fenwick
Posted 17 May 10:34 BST
New on-the-water EMSMET weather station
New on-the-water EMSMET weather station
The new weather station will be invaluable for all water sports users in Chichester Harbour
Emsworth Sailing Club has facilitated the raising of local funds and volunteers to scope, fund and deploy a new, multi-sensor weather station called EMSMET, located at the Emsworth end of Chichester Harbour.
by EMSMET
Posted 17 May 10:26 BST
Altea to host 2026 ORC Double-Handed Europeans
Altea to host 2026 ORC Double-Handed Europeans
Registrations Open for the Historic 40th Edition of the 200 Millas a2
Registrations Open for the Historic 40th Edition of the 200 Millas a2, serving as the 2026 ORC European Double-Handed Championship.
by Offshore Racing Congress
Posted 17 May 10:02 BST
15% Off New Sails with Early Bird Entry
15% Off New Sails with Early Bird Entry
For RS sailors who going to any UK National Championships
RS Sailing Store is proud to support the UK RS Class Associations and their events in 2025. RS Sailors gearing up for their 2025 UK season can take advantage of an exclusive offer to help them hit the start line with fresh sails.
by RS Sailing
Posted 17 May 09:00 BST
70th Tre Golfi Regatta sets sail from Naples
70th Tre Golfi Regatta sets sail from Naples
130 boats in the Bay of Santa Lucia
The 70th edition of the Tre Golfi Regatta set sail this afternoon at 16:15 from the Bay of Santa Lucia, marking a historic chapter in Italian offshore sailing and the central race of the 2025 Tre Golfi Sailing Week.
by Tre Golfi Sailing Week
Posted 17 May 08:17 BST
May 2025 edition of FINNFARE published
May 2025 edition of FINNFARE published
In a new look magazine, the focus is on original feature length content
In a new look magazine, the focus is on original feature length content, illustrated with the usual extensive photos.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 17 May 07:12 BST
WMRT adds first ever Ireland stage
WMRT adds first ever Ireland stage
Dublin Match Cup joins the 2025 tour season as a tier 2 world tour event
The World Match Racing Tour is pleased to announce the addition of its first ever tour stage in Ireland with the launch of the Dublin Match Cup.
by WMRT
Posted 16 May 22:04 BST
Spring Series at Royal Temple YC day 1
Spring Series at Royal Temple YC day 1
Start of series delayed by shortage of cranes
The start of the RTYC Spring Series was delayed by a travelhoist problem leaving most of the fleet ashore for 4 weeks as the Dunkirk anniversary fleet flooded the harbour. Imported cranes managed to get over 20 boats afloat before the delayed first race
by Peter Jackson
Posted 16 May 21:07 BST
Dragon Worlds at Vilamoura day 5
Dragon Worlds at Vilamoura day 5
'Provezza Dragon' has already secured the title
Day 5 of the Dragon World Championship by Tivoli Hotels & Resorts brought light winds and only one race, but it was enough to make history: Provezza Dragon, led by Andy Beadsworth, has secured the 2025 Dragon World Champion title, ahead of the final da
by Prow Media
Posted 16 May 20:40 BST
Catapult Travellers Trophy at Bassenthwaite
Catapult Travellers Trophy at Bassenthwaite
Gareth Ede continued his string of firsts to win convincingly
Over the May Day Bank Holiday weekend Bassenthwaite SC gave its usual warm welcome to the Catapult fleet at what has become an annual fixture in their programme. Gareth Ede continued his string of firsts to win convincingly.
by Stuart Ede
Posted 16 May 20:09 BST
44Cup Porto Cervo day 2
44Cup Porto Cervo day 2
Team Nika edges ahead after lumpy day
For day two of the 44Cup Porto Cervo, organised between the RC44 class and the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, Sardinia served up very different conditions to Thursday.
by 44Cup
Posted 16 May 20:08 BST
Formula Kite Europeans in Urla day 3
Formula Kite Europeans in Urla day 3
Racing cancelled, so let's focus on IKA being recognised as clean class
The International Kiteboarding Association (IKA) is proud to have been recognized as a Clean Class by Sailors for the Sea, a leading ocean conservation organization.
by International Kiteboarding Association
Posted 16 May 20:01 BST
Moth Lowrider Nationals at Stone day 1
Moth Lowrider Nationals at Stone day 1
The scows, although not the quickest, looked to be having the best fun down the reaches
As many of the early arrivals to Stone Sailing Club considered getting an early practice sail in, some of the wiser minds stayed in the bar as the conditions were hardly welcoming.
by Dougal Henshall
Posted 16 May 18:15 BST
RS21 UK & Ireland Cup round 2 at Lymington
RS21 UK & Ireland Cup round 2 at Lymington
Tactical racing, sparkling sailing conditions, and vibrant shoreside camaraderie
Round two of the RS21 UK & Ireland Cup delivered a thrilling weekend of tactical racing, sparkling sailing conditions, and vibrant shoreside camaraderie. With a strong fleet in attendance, the event showcased the best of one-design keelboat racing.
by Liam Willis
Posted 16 May 17:45 BST
ILCA 6 Women's and ILCA 7 Men's Worlds day 5
ILCA 6 Women's and ILCA 7 Men's Worlds day 5
Clearing Skies and Fresh Breezes: Racing Finally Begins in Qingdao
After four consecutive days of still air and thick fog, the ILCA World Championships in Qingdao finally saw its first official races on Day 5.
by Frankie Zheng / ILCA
Posted 16 May 16:30 BST
Team Racing World Championship preview
Team Racing World Championship preview
Changing to Sonar keelboats and the two-on-two format, in New York
A new format, a different type of boat and a 10-year gap are all conspiring to tear apart any attempt to build a form guide for the 2025 Team Racing World Championship, which is set for May 28 to June 1 at the New York Yacht Club Harbour Court.
by New York Yacht Club
Posted 16 May 15:35 BST
505 Worlds at coming to Hayling Island in 2026
505 Worlds at coming to Hayling Island in 2026
Taking place from Thursday 2nd to Saturday 11th July 2026
Some of the world's best dinghy sailors will be coming to Hayling Island Sailing Club for the 2026 505 World Championships, taking place from Thursday 2nd to Saturday 11th July 2026.
by Ian Mitchell
Posted 16 May 13:28 BST
IMA Maxi Europeans gets underway
IMA Maxi Europeans gets underway
70th Regata dei Tre Golfi starts the offshore stage
The fourth edition of the International Maxi Association's Maxi European Championship sets sail today with the start of its offshore component, the Regata dei Tre Golfi.
by James Boyd / International Maxi Association
Posted 16 May 13:09 BST
Magic Marine UK Optimist open meeting at Hayling
Magic Marine UK Optimist open meeting at Hayling
Lucky enough to have huge support from both local marine and non-marine businesses
The weekend of 10th/11th May saw 122 Optimist Sailors gather at Hayling Island Sailing Club to race in the Magic Marine UK HISC Optimist Open in perfect Hayling conditions.
by Sandy Ramus, Katrina Sarti & Melvin Cooper
Posted 16 May 11:54 BST
ROTTERs return at Ripon
ROTTERs return at Ripon
25 sailors under 14 enjoy MarioKart sailing and other fun activities
Following a successful Discover Sailing day on the 5th May Ripon Sailing Club's ROTTERs met at the club on 10th May for their next planned session and were joined by lots of new members, with 25 sailors between the ages of 4 and 14.
by Lucy Priest
Posted 16 May 09:59 BST
Creeksea Phantom Open
Creeksea Phantom Open
Eastern Series event at Riva del Crouch
Competitive racing, champagne conditions and a super social at the Riva del Crouch: the 2025 Creeksea Phantom Open.
by Andy Pyett
Posted 16 May 09:58 BST
ILCA Women's Coaching Programme goes international
ILCA Women's Coaching Programme goes international
Sailors aged age 14 - 60 enjoyed a great week in Greece
Maartje van Dam, Chief Instructor at Wildwind explained, "We have sponsored the ILCA Women's Coaching Programme in the UK from the beginning and saw the opportunity to offer a whole week of coaching with our first Women's ILCA Clinic at Wildwind.
by Sarah Harding
Posted 16 May 08:47 BST
Merlin Rocket South East series at Fishers Green
Merlin Rocket South East series at Fishers Green
Nestled in the heart of nature, yet only 10 minutes from the M25
Nestled in the heart of nature, yet only 10 minutes from the M25, Fishers Green Sailing Club is an oasis of calm waters with beautiful tree lined surroundings and provided the perfect backdrop for some crazy, shifty and intense racing.
by William Warren
Posted 16 May 08:10 BST
RTYC Cumberland Cup day 1
RTYC Cumberland Cup day 1
Home advantage for Royal Thames YC on opening day
The Royal Thames Yacht Club team lead by Murray Hampshire and Arthur Henderson made the most of the tricky Northerly winds to lead, undefeated, at the end of day one of the Cumberland Cup.
by Jack Fenwick
Posted 16 May 07:01 BST
Musto Skiffs at Castle Cove
Musto Skiffs at Castle Cove
A cracking weekend in Weybiza
Firstly, a big thank you to Castle Cove Sailing Club, its members, and its volunteers for putting on a cracking weekend in Weybiza! We were treated to champagne conditions (if you ignore air temperature/wind chill) and top-level hosting.
by Andy Tarboton
Posted 16 May 06:47 BST
Zhik Microfleece™ Performance Shorts
Zhik Microfleece™ Performance Shorts
Engineered for Warm Water Performance
Developed through years of working with Olympic and World Champion sailors, the new Microfleece™ Performance Shorts are made for high-output days on the water.
by Zhik
Posted 16 May 06:00 BST
Dragon Worlds at Vilamoura day 4
Dragon Worlds at Vilamoura day 4
Leaderboard shake-up
Day 4 of the Dragon World Championship by Tivoli Hotels & Resorts delivered picture-perfect "Champagne sailing" conditions, thrilling spectators and teams alike just 3 nautical miles off the coast of Vilamoura.
by Prow Media
Posted 15 May 22:41 BST
Midlands Region Solos at Barnt Green
Midlands Region Solos at Barnt Green
'Penny a Mile' prize awarded for the most distance covered in a single lap
A total of 32 entrants comprising of 16 visitors and 16 home boats were greeted by Barnt Green Solo Class Captain and PRO at the briefing who explained that the wind direction was constantly fluctuating so be vigilant for course changes.
by Hilly King
Posted 15 May 22:33 BST
44Cup Porto Cervo day 1
44Cup Porto Cervo day 1
Five boats within two points after light opening day
The RC44s once again demonstrated their versatility on day one of the 44Cup Porto Cervo. Two races were held successfully for the nimble owner-driver one designs in light conditions in which other keelboat classes would have struggled.
by 44Cup
Posted 15 May 18:44 BST
Formula Kite Europeans in Urla day 2
Formula Kite Europeans in Urla day 2
Medalist comes back - others face gold fleet cut
It was moving day on the Bay of Urla for some who chipped away at the top three while some leaders faltered and others straddled the gold fleet cut.
by International Kiteboarding Association
Posted 15 May 18:40 BST
New Versatile Training Dinghy Launches in the UK
New Versatile Training Dinghy Launches in the UK
The FD Future is the perfect platform
GP Watercraft is excited to announce a new partnership with FD Yachts to bring the uniquely versatile training dinghy, the FD Future, to the UK market.
by GP Watercraft & FD Yachts
Posted 15 May 17:00 BST
ILCA 6 Women's and ILCA 7 Men's Worlds day 4
ILCA 6 Women's and ILCA 7 Men's Worlds day 4
Wind yet to arrive, fog prevails
Heavy fog returned from the south, choking off what little wind remained. At 11:17 a.m., AP over H was hoisted. The fleet was towed back to shore once again, for yet another stretch of waiting.
by Frankie Zheng / ILCA
Posted 15 May 15:21 BST
2025 YachtsandYachting.com Racing Series Round 3
2025 YachtsandYachting.com Racing Series Round 3
One team mark each victory with their on-board piper
Round 3 of the YachtsandYachting.com Racing Series took place over the weekend of the 3rd & 4th May, with the sailing team from The University of Cambridge dominating Round 3.
by Terry Hunt
Posted 15 May 14:53 BST
Cowes Spring Classics from Henri-Lloyd
A great way to kick off the season and enjoy the energy of Cowes. The event brings together classic yachts and sailing fans. Make sure to drop by our store in Cowes!
X 195 'Turtle' Launch
I attended a rare event in the X One Design class: the launch of a new boat. It has been 18 years since the last new X was launched, and X195 has been a project that long in the making.
15% Off New Sails with Early Bird Entry
RS Sailing Store is proud to support the UK RS Class Associations and their events in 2025. RS Sailors gearing up for their 2025 UK season can take advantage of an exclusive offer to help them hit the start line with fresh sails.
Banger Racing, Back Racing and No Racing
We start with racing on the cheap at the Colander Cup, then focus on a return to racing for the Aussies at the Youth Worlds, moving on to a complete lack of racing at the ILCA Worlds, and then looking at how SailGP should be back out on the water.
Zhik Microfleece™ Performance Shorts
Developed through years of working with Olympic and World Champion sailors, the new Microfleece™ Performance Shorts are made for high-output days on the water.
Exposure Marine Fastnet Race Kit Video Review
It's a huge year for offshore sailing, and arguably the biggest event of the summer is the Rolex Fastnet Race. Within an hour of entries opening the Royal Ocean Racing Club had received a record 435 yacht registrations.
New Versatile Training Dinghy Launches in the UK
GP Watercraft is excited to announce a new partnership with FD Yachts to bring the uniquely versatile training dinghy, the FD Future, to the UK market.
How Seldén Carbon Masts are made
I took a look around the Seldén Mast factory with Richard Thoroughgood from Seldén to find out a bit more about how the carbon tow reels become the masts that we use when out sailing.
Rooster is Now HISC's Official Clothing Partner
This partnership brings together two organisations with shared values of excellence, innovation, and a deep connection to the South Coast sailing community. We'll be supporting HISC with team kit, event resources, and prize support.
For the love of slightly larger, even faster boats
Thank you. You have let For the love of small, fast boats run before the breeze like a superlight planning hull under way too big a kite, with immense sheep in the paddock, and the Sailing Master grasping the flare gun in his pocket... No chicken chutes.
Next RYA Connected Webinar tonight at 7pm!
After a pause in April, it's time for the third in the series of webinars aimed at helping clubs boost membership and sailing participation.
The Allure of Timber
In these days of exotic materials, high modulus carbon and ultra lightweight construction, it's possible to overlook the longevity, and sheer beauty, of boats made of wood.
RS Aero Europeans - Watch the Highlights
Summer's calling! For a limited time, get free UK delivery when you order a boat from our adventure range this May. Choose from the RS Quest, RS Toura, RS Venture and the RS CAT range. Terms and conditions apply. Offer ends 31st May.
A look inside the Spirit Yachts yard
Traditional skills in boatbuilding could be regarded as a lost art from a bygone era. In the world of fibreglass and carbon, the joinery and laminating techniques of wood ribs and cedar strips are a thing of the past.
XR 41 Dominates at MaiOR Regatta
The all-new XR 41 "Formula X" secured a resounding debut victory, reviving X-Yachts' competitive legacy and energising a vibrant international racing fleet.
Make me smile even wider and brighter
What's better than writing about a great programme to get people into yachting? Well, how about actually speaking with a former participant who has then gone on to work in the industry. That's what!