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Finally what it said in the brochure
The disrupted 2022 505 Worlds conclude in Ireland
© Christophe Favreau / 2022 505 Worlds
Charlie Cumbley lifts OK Dinghy World title
After windless final day in Marstrand
© Robert Deaves / www.robertdeaves.uk
Road trip!
The French Atlantic coast, and its incredible events
© Mark Lloyd / www.lloydimages.com
Alinghi Red Bull Racing launches
First team to take up residence in Barcelona
© Alinghi Red Bull Racing / Olaf Pignataro
Epic 29er Worlds at El Balís, Spain
Argentinians win Men's fleet, Spanish sisters win in Women's
© Laura Carrau
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
Charlie Cumbley lifts 2022 OK Dinghy World title
Charlie Cumbley lifts 2022 OK Dinghy World title
After windless final day in Marstrand
Charlie Cumbley from Britain has won the 2022 OK Dinghy World Championship after a stressful final day in Marstrand, Sweden. Niklas Edler from Sweden takes the silver with Lars Johan Brodtkorb from Norway wins the bronze.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 12 Aug 21:47 BST
505 Worlds at Crosshaven, Ireland day 5
505 Worlds at Crosshaven, Ireland day 5
Finally some wind!
The struggle of the 505 Worlds is over, we had wind... Yesterday was a lay day and the plan was to catch up some races, but again there was no wind so the locals pulled out their boats and we cruised the harbour to Cobh and Cork.
by Jordan Spencer
Posted 12 Aug 21:38 BST
Five top tips for sailing an RS Aero
Five top tips for sailing an RS Aero
2019 European Champion Greg Bartlett gives his advice!
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.
by RS Sailing
Posted 12 Aug 17:23 BST
Channel Islands Hobie Cat Championships Preview
Channel Islands Hobie Cat Championships Preview
St Aubin's Bay is expected to be awash with colour on 20th & 21st August
St Aubin's Bay is expected to be awash with colour when the 31st Channel Islands Hobie Cat Championships return on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st August.
by Gordon Burgis
Posted 12 Aug 17:13 BST
Marine Resources latest jobs
Marine Resources latest jobs
We don't blame you for keeping an eye out
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.
by Marine Resources
Posted 12 Aug 12:00 BST
Noble Marine Rooster RS400 Nationals day 4
Noble Marine Rooster RS400 Nationals day 4
Just as we thought the east wind was going to win, the west came good.
With a steady westerly blowing through the morning, we waited for the 13:00 start and the release from the beach. What WAS going to happen with the wind. Would it stay in the West - or swing to the East as it had the previous day.
by Steve Cockerill
Posted 12 Aug 10:11 BST
Half Ton Classics Cup in Cowes next week
Half Ton Classics Cup in Cowes next week
Twenty yachts, and maybe more, are set to compete for the trophy
With exactly twenty yachts announced, and the rumours of even more unannounced, participants in this event, there are many other reasons to look forward to next week in Cowes, Isle of Wight.
by Pit de Jonge
Posted 12 Aug 09:11 BST
Project Land Speed: Horonuku waits for the Big Dry
Project Land Speed: Horonuku waits for the Big Dry
A lot of the lake is now dry, but not all of it. What does it mean for Project Speed?
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 12 Aug 09:04 BST
Chanonry Sailing Club Dinghy Regatta 2022
Chanonry Sailing Club Dinghy Regatta 2022
A favourite sailing spot for everyone who visits and competes
On the 6th & 7th of August, Chanonry SC held its first full annual regatta since 2019, while also hosting the Scottish Musto Skiff traveller event.
by Lisa Pattenden
Posted 12 Aug 09:03 BST
Which Service Kit for my Andersen Winch?
Which Service Kit for my Andersen Winch?
upffront.com answers the question
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.
by Phil Anniss
Posted 12 Aug 09:00 BST
SSL Gold Cup - D5 - Australia versus Switzerland
SSL Gold Cup - D5 - Australia versus Switzerland
Lighter breezes meant the Australians got to use the G1 Genoa for the first time.
Lighter breezes meant the Australians got to use the G1 Genoa for the first time.
by John Curnow, Editor, Sail-World AUS
Posted 12 Aug 03:15 BST
OK Dinghy Worlds in Marstrand day 4
OK Dinghy Worlds in Marstrand day 4
Heading for a nail biting conclusion on Friday
The 2022 OK Dinghy World Championship is going down to the wire with just 0.4 points separating Britain's Charlie Cumbley and Sweden's Niklas Edler after two more races were completed on Thursday in Marstrand, Sweden.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 11 Aug 22:14 BST
2022 ORCi Europeans update
2022 ORCi Europeans update
Another perfect inshore race day
The sunny summer weather in southern Norway continued to deliver perfect racing conditions in today's second day of inshore racing at the 2022 ORCi European Championship, hosted by the Royal Norwegian Yacht Club (KNS).
by Offshore Racing Congress
Posted 11 Aug 21:47 BST
Noble Marine Rooster RS400 Nationals day 3
Noble Marine Rooster RS400 Nationals day 3
Quite probably the stuff of race officers' nightmares
Wow as days on the water go, day 3 of the RS400 Nationals can only be described as "WACKY RACING" and quite probably the thing of race officers' nightmares.
by Andy Powell
Posted 11 Aug 18:51 BST
Starcross Solo Open
Starcross Solo Open
Another resounding success for the event
Once again, this year's Starcross Open was a resounding success, with 19 boats enjoying, what turned out to be, very very close racing throughout the entire fleet.
by Starcross Solo Fleet
Posted 11 Aug 18:04 BST
Everything you need to know about MMSI Numbers
Everything you need to know about MMSI Numbers
Marine radio experts answer the most common questions about MMSI
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.
by Ian Lockyer, Icom UK
Posted 11 Aug 17:00 BST
Sevenstar Round Britain & Ireland Race, Day 5
Sevenstar Round Britain & Ireland Race, Day 5
Mzungu! leads IRC Two-Handed by a thin margin
All of the fleet in the Sevenstar Round Britain & Ireland Race are now racing along the West Coast of Ireland. Progress continues to be slow but the beautiful, rugged coast is providing stunning vistas.
by Louay Habib
Posted 11 Aug 13:52 BST
Firefly Nationals at Tenby day 4
Firefly Nationals at Tenby day 4
Not-so-Big Wednesday
Over the years Wednesday of the Firefly Nationals has become known as "Big Wednesday". It is traditionally the day of The Sir Ralph Gore and Marlow Challenge Cups, an epic 13 Nautical mile pain-fest around massive triangles.
by NFA (with contributions from the fleet)
Posted 11 Aug 13:17 BST
Allen's Hatch Cover Bag
Allen's Hatch Cover Bag
Quickly and easily maximise storage space on your dinghy
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.
by Allen
Posted 11 Aug 12:00 BST
ORC European Championship fleet is building
ORC European Championship fleet is building
October event takes place in Sistiana, just 15km west of Trieste
The interest is steadily building for the 2022 edition of the ORC Sportboat European Championship being held this year at the Diporto Nautico Sistiana (DNS) over 10-15 October.
by Offshore Racing Congress
Posted 11 Aug 11:32 BST
The Away Kit
The Away Kit
Musto's dependable shorts, t-shirts and more
Whether you're away for a weekend or longer, make the most of your summer holiday and get the essentials right. Shop dependable shorts, T-Shirts and more from salty decks to sandy beaches.
by Musto
Posted 11 Aug 09:00 BST
100th Annivesary Star Worlds in one month
100th Annivesary Star Worlds in one month
90 entries from 14 nations with over 15 past World Champions and 15 U30 teams
It's shaping up to be an event to remember, the 2022 Star World Championship not only will be celebrating the 100th Anniversary Championship but will register a record number of participants after the Olympic years.
by ISCYRA
Posted 11 Aug 05:56 BST
Dates set for 58th Congressional Cup
Dates set for 58th Congressional Cup
Long Beach Yacht Club's elite Match Racing event
Dates have been announced for the 58th Congressional Cup regatta and Ficker Cup qualifier hosted by Long Beach Yacht Club: with Congressional Cup slated April 18 to 22, 2023 preceded by the Ficker Cup April 13 to 15, 2023.
by Betsy Senescu
Posted 11 Aug 01:46 BST
Phantoms at Lee-on-the-Solent
Phantoms at Lee-on-the-Solent
"That was the week(end) that was!"
The weather forecast was, shall we say, less than ideal. With high pressure centred firmly over the UK the weather charts showed not a single isobar in sight! With very light Northerly gradient winds the omens weren't good for thermal breezes.
by Mark Spruce
Posted 10 Aug 22:04 BST
505 Worlds at Crosshaven, Ireland day 3
505 Worlds at Crosshaven, Ireland day 3
Still no wind!
Day 3 completed, and we still have only one race in the bag.... Ireland has a large ridge of no wind sitting stationary above it and it is wreaking havoc on the 505 fleet. For the second day in a row the planned racecourse offshore had zero wind.
by Jordan Spencer
Posted 10 Aug 21:52 BST
2022 ORCi Europeans update
2022 ORCi Europeans update
A perfect day of three races
Under yet another day of sunny skies, race managers from the Royal Norwegian Yacht Club (KNS) used the perfect 12-15 knot southerly breeze to produce three windward/leeward races for the first day of inshore competition.
by Offshore Racing Congress
Posted 10 Aug 20:39 BST
OK Dinghy Worlds in Marstrand day 3
OK Dinghy Worlds in Marstrand day 3
Two races in a building breeze were the perfect antidote after a great dinner
Charlie Cumbley, from Britain, has consolidated his lead on the third day of the 2022 OK Dinghy Worlds, to take a three point lead at the top from Sweden's Thomas Hansson-Mild, with Norway's Lars Johan Brodtkorb, one point further back.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 10 Aug 19:46 BST
One year to go until 2023 Allianz Sailing Worlds
One year to go until 2023 Allianz Sailing Worlds
Making history by being the first to include Para World Sailing events
On 10 August 2023, 1,400 of the world's best sailors will take to the waters of the port of Scheveningen in The Hague, The Netherlands, for two life-changing prizes.
by World Sailing
Posted 10 Aug 17:58 BST
Countdown to the 2023 Allianz Sailing Worlds
Countdown to the 2023 Allianz Sailing Worlds
Exactly one year from today racing will begin in The Hague
Exactly one year from today, the 2023 Allianz Sailing World Championships will begin in The Hague with the competition being staged in the Netherlands for the first time in its history.
by Allianz Sailing Worlds
Posted 10 Aug 16:02 BST
Multiple world debuts at Cannes Yachting Festival
Multiple world debuts at Cannes Yachting Festival
For Sanlorenzo, Prestige and Beneteau Sail
Leading motor and sail brands Sanlorenzo, Prestige Motor Yachts and Beneteau Sail are making multiple world debuts at the Cannes Yachting Festival, 6-11 September 2022.
by Susannah Hart
Posted 10 Aug 16:00 BST
Carey Olsen Jersey Regatta open for entries
Carey Olsen Jersey Regatta open for entries
Includes 9th GBR IRC Channel Islands Championship this September
Scheduled for 2nd to 4th September, the 24th edition of the Island's combined yacht clubs' Jersey Regatta is open for entries. Chairman Bill Harris reports that this flagship event is well on track.
by Bill Harris
Posted 10 Aug 15:39 BST
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.
The Away Kit
Whether you're away for a weekend or longer, make the most of your summer holiday and get the essentials right. Shop dependable shorts, T-Shirts and more from salty decks to sandy beaches.
How deep is your love?
Some will know this as a Bee Gees or Take That song, and those of a younger generation will know it as a Calvin Harris track; either way, it is vital to making sailing a life-long pastime.