Advantage Galateia at PalmaVela
Palma (Spain), 4 May 2024 “This is not a training regatta, there is a title at stake and we won it last year so for sure we are out to win again!” Five times America’s Cup winning Kiwi sailing legend…
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Highlights from GWA Wingfoil World Cup in Tarifa
That’s a wrap for the 2024 edition of the Tarifa Wing Pro. Watch to see how Nia Suardiaz and Chris Macdonald stormed their way to the top of the podium. Take a look at the current ranking HERE
Rebuilt Flying Roo on top after opening day in Bermuda
In a display of sheer dominance, Tom Slingsby’s Australia SailGP Team asserted their authority on the opening day of the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix, bouncing back from a setback in the previous event to secure two race wins…
The Yacht Sales Co. wins rising dealer in Asia award
The Yacht Sales Co. has been recognised at the recent Yacht Style Awards winning the Rising Dealer in Asia award. The accolade was presented at the prestigious awards in Singapore in April and acknowledged The Yacht Sales Co.’s successful expansion…
Honours are even in the Maxi class at PalmaVela after classic Palma sea breeze
As the giant PalmaVela multiclass regatta mustered all 12 classes which are competing at this 2024 edition of the Med’s traditional curtain raiser, it was ‘back to normal’ Palma Bay at its spring best. A 12-14 knots sea breeze with…
OGR – Translated 9 Finally Home
Translated 9 defeat the odds to finish McIntyre Ocean Globe Race. The Italians prove anything is possible They just kept coming! Nothing could, or would stop them. The McIntyre Ocean Globe has truly shown the depth of human stories over…
USA Capsize in practice & SailGP launch initiative to fight plastic pollution
There were dramatic scenes at the Official Practice Race Day in Bermuda, with the USA SailGP Team capsizing mid race, causing some of the athletes to be flung from their positions onboard. The USA SailGP Team capsized during the third practice…
Final dress rehearsal for the Cats and Skiffs before Paris 2024
Of those 148 crews registered, 39 will represent their country in less than three months in Marseille, location of the 2024 Olympic sailing events. La Grande Motte effectively serves as the final dress rehearsal for the Olympic sailors, a final…
Racing
Galateia returns to defend PalmaVela title with a perfect start
At the 20th PalmaVela, the showcase curtain raiser for the Mediterranean racing season, a breezy opening pair of windward-leeward races on the Bay of Palma saw the Wally Cento Galateia make a strong start to defending their IRC-IMA Maxi division…
Provezza clinch the first title of the 52 SUPER SERIES 2024 season
Ergin Imre’s Provezza crew laid to rest some of their past bad memories of racing on the Bay of Palma when they clinched the first title of the 52 SUPER SERIES 2024 season at 52 SUPER SERIES PalmaVela Sailing thanks…
Seawind & Corsair Moreton Bay Regatta Light Wind Sailing with Extra Sails
Sydney, Australia – 30 April 2024 The annual Seawind and Corsair Moreton Bay Regatta was held in variable weather conditions but high spirits as a fleet of multihulls converged at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron for a weekend of social…
Alegre leads the 52 SUPER SERIES
After three good races today on the Bay of Palma – each with a different winner – Andy Soriano’s brand new Alegre leads the 52 SUPER SERIES PalmaVela Sailing Week, but only on tie break ahead of Doug DeVos’s Quantum…
Successful Batemans Bay Regatta
Batemans Bay Sailing Club conducted its long running multiclass regatta on the weekend of April 27th and 28th. Dinghy, catamaran, sports boat and trailerable yacht sailors came from Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne and all over south east NSW to compete on…
Gladiator win Race 1 at 52 Super Series
Tony Langley’s Gladiator team took the first race win of the 2024 52 SUPER SERIES season at 52 SUPER SERIES PalmaVela Sailing Week after profiting from a bold call on the first downwind leg allowed the British flagged team to…
Airlie Beach Race Week – 100 entries and counting
Entries for Ocean Dynamics and Mount Gay Airlie Beach Race Week 2024 have already touched 100 and continue to grow as organiser, Whitsunday Sailing Club (WSC), announces a new Regatta Director, Jenni Birdsall. With interest across the smorgasbord of classes taking part…
Sail GP latest episode of Racing on the Edge
Big crashes and all of the drama from the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix revealed in the latest episode of Racing on the Edge. LONDON – April 29, 2024 – The latest episode of SailGP’s Racing on the Edge docuseries, in…
Offshore
Richomme takes the lead in the IMOCAs
The legendary Transat CIC, originally known as the Ostar, is living up to its reputation. The skippers have been facing tough conditions since the start and fatigue, the chilling temperatures on board, the lack of sleep, as well as the inevitable technical problems and breakages, are putting sailors…
Close duels at the top of both the IMOCAs and Class40s fleet in Transat CIC
On The Transat CIC solo race across the North Atlantic from Lorient to New York, there are close duels at the top of both the IMOCAs and Class40s. Racing at just over six miles apart Charlie Dalin (MACIF Santé et Prévoyance) and Yoann Richomme (Paprec Arkéa) continue to lead the Transat CIC as the IMOCA peloton emerge from…
Transat CIC bracing for low pressure system
After passing through an earlier front yesterday with winds in excess of 30 knots and heavy seas, the fleet, which has left the south coast of Ireland behind and is now sailing on the open ocean, is gearing up for the second complex weather situation. Although…
Leading Transat CIC contender out with forestay damage
Jérémie Beyou, one of the top hopes for the Transat CIC solo race from Lorient to New York is returning to Lorient after damage to his J2 forestay. The skipper of Charal made the decision to turn around after discussions…
The Queen to Host ‘Maiden’ Yacht Crew
The Queen will host the ‘Maiden’ yachting crew at Clarence House to congratulate them on their unprecedented win of the Ocean Globe Race, becoming the first ever all-female crew to win an around-the-world yacht race. The 2023-24 Ocean Globe Race…
The Transat CIC is off to a spectacular start!
Brittany turned on its best Spring sailing weather – sunshine, puffy cumulus clouds and a decent 10-15kts of Westerly wind – to send the 48 strong Transat CIC fleet on its way from Lorient towards New York for the start of the legendary solo race across the North Atlantic. The first edition of the…
Sterna Piped Home in OGR
The McIntyre Ocean Globe Race is full of human stories and this one is about the smallest boat, Beanies, Bums, Bagpipes and Biltong! Sterna SA (42) Allspice Yachting raced across the Royal Yacht Squadron finish line to the cheers and…
Galiana WithSecure & Evrika finally finish OGR
Cannon Fire And Flares for Galiana WithSecure and Evrika as they finish their sail around the World in the OGR. It was a long, painfully slow final two days to complete their circumnavigation. But, finally, Galiana WithSecure and Evrika crossed…
Cruising
Superyacht Australia hosts ultimate Endless Summer crew party of the year
Superyacht Australia has retained the reigns of hosting the “Crew Party of the Year” on the Superyacht Australia calendar of events, with 87 captains and crew from thirty-one yachts currently residing in Sydney Harbour. The abrupt onset of stormy weather…
Lagoon Unveils the Lagoon 43 – Could this be the next best-selling catamaran?
The number one catamaran manufacturer Lagoon is proud to announce the launch of its latest masterpiece, the Lagoon 43. Crafted in collaboration with world renowned architects and designers, the Lagoon 43 is a testament to the evolution of naval workmanship…
KISS 2024 is open now to “Count Her In”
Yes it is on again! The third running of the Keelboat Introduction to Sailing Savvy (KISS) program is now open for registrations. The KISS program initiated by Queenscliff Cruising Yacht Club’s (QCYC) first female Commodore Lee Renfree, was launched in…
Digital chart for Quinns Rocks in WA
Charting a safer course off our coast By WA Department of Transport Skippers navigating the coast off Quinns Rocks are the first to benefit from the Department of Transport’s (DoT) digital transformation of its nautical chart series. DoT Maritime Executive…
Australian Premiere of the new Hanse 510 at the Pittwater Sailing Yacht Show
The award-wining Hanse 510 will headline Windcraft Yacht’s impressive line-up of yachts at next month’s Pittwater Sailing Yacht Show. Windcraft will also display the latest models from its other well-known European marques Dehler, Moody and Solaris in what’s aimed at being a much more relaxed…
Seawind 1170 on Display at Sanctuary Cove Boat Show 2024
The all new Seawind 1170 will make its official Australian boat show debut at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show May 23-26 with exclusive distributors, Multihull Central. In a new major strategic move for the Australian owned manufacturer, Seawind has opened…
Smart circumnavigation – Lagoon 440 Catamaran Impi
By Cyclops Marine Meet Brent and Ana. Last year, they won our Magic Number video competition. Since then they’ve completed their first circumnavigation onboard their Lagoon 440 Catamaran ‘Impi’. Now they’re getting ready for their second! We caught up with…
2024 Pittwater Sailing Yacht Show!
Welcome to the 2024 Pittwater Sailing Yacht Show! View all the new yachts from Jeanneau, Beneteau, Excess, Grand Soleil, X-Yachts, Bavaria, Hanse, Dehler, Moody, Elan, and Viko over three days, April 5th-7th. This simultaneous event is a new initiative of…
Boats & Gear
Does Hybrid Work?
Greenline 58 coupe – Eco-friendly propulsion and sumptuous interiors – Luxury, sustainability, comfort Eyachts introduce the Greenline 58 Coupe, a paradigm of luxury and sustainability on the water. Offering a pioneering propulsion system, Greenline Yachts provides customers with the choice…
The future is strong with TECHNIGLUE Adhesives
ATL Composites is the reputable Australian formulator for a range of epoxy resin products, including the proven TECHNIGLUE high strength adhesives. Techniglue is relied on by some of the world’s most recognised boat builders, including the GB Group, comprising Palm…
Strong is smart – pin-to-pin load monitoring hits 10 tonnes!
Whether your goals are confident cruising or optimised performance, the more you understand about your yacht, the more you can achieve. An intimate knowledge of your rig based on live load data allows you to truly excel–getting the most out…
The Ocean Race gathers critical polar ocean data from Antarctica and the Northwest Passage
The science programme, initiated during racing periods, now includes major polar expeditions. The Ocean Race is providing critical data to international scientists studying the impact of climate change and plastic pollution on ocean health. Following the 2022-23 edition of the around…
Yamaha Motor closes acquisition of Torqeedo
Iwata, Japan / Wessling, Germany (3 April 2024) – Torqeedo, the global market leader in marine electric mobility, today announces the successful closing of the acquisition by Yamaha Motor. The closing of the share purchase agreement with German engine manufacturer DEUTZ…
Sailing Ahead – World Class Talent Driving The Smart Revolution
In the dynamic landscape of marine technology, Cyclops Marine has rapidly emerged as one of the foremost innovators. In five short years Cyclops has impacted every section of sailing. Wireless load sensing is fundamentally changing the way sailing is done….
Concord Ryde Sailing Club – Opportunities for Personal Growth
Concord Ryde Sailing Club (CRSC) has stepped into an exciting new partnership with the Making Waves Foundation (MWF). Participants of MWF’s Wright of Passage program have been welcomed as members of the club to experience the excitement of sailing. Volunteers…
Lightweight wonder
An expertly custom-crafted Schionning catamaran will sail the world with ease, thanks to the strong, durable DuFLEX Build System. A highly-customised Schionning Solitaire 1520 cruising catamaran is taking shape on the Gold Coast, in the talented hands of the team…
Video
How it’s made – Luna Rossa
A great little video here on how the AC75 was born – technicians from Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli talk about the stages and details of construction.
Sail Port Stephens Windward-Leeward Series Wrap
Age has not wearied two veterans of Australian sailing, with Marcus Blackmore and Ray Roberts claiming prestigious NSW IRC titles at the Sail Port Stephens Windward-Leeward Series over the weekend. Hooligan Blackmore’s new Hooligan claimed Division 1 honours in the…
52 SUPER SERIES
The reigning 52 SUPER SERIES champions, Harm Müller-Spreer’s German flagged crew, start their title defence on Sunday on Majorca’s Bay of Palma by getting to know as quickly as possible the fine details of what could make their brand new…
The Jean Genie Triumphs: Recap of the 2024 5.5 Metre Alpen Cup at Riva del Garda
The standout performer this week at the 2024 5.5 Metre Alpen Cup was The Jean Genie (GBR 43), helmed by Peter Morton, Andrew Palfrey, and Ruairidh Scott, who triumphed with their consistent performance throughout the event. In the first race…
52 Super Series – Alegre launches new boat
The first of the two new Botin Partners designed TP52s to be built for this 52 SUPER SERIES season, Andy Soriano’s Alegre, is on course to make its racing debut at 52 SUPER SERIES Palma Vela Sailing Week which is…
ETNZ name and bless ‘Taihoro’ to defend the 37th America’s Cup
In a stirring ceremony today, Iwi manaaki Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei gifted and blessed the name ‘Taihoro’ on the boat that Emirates Team New Zealand will sail in their defence of the 37th America’s Cup. The launch event took place at…
Luna Rosa launches with style
Cagliari, the city that just surprises at every juncture, didn’t disappoint. Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli launched the boat that every Italian fan, the sailing-mad ‘Tifosi’, hopes will win the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup and bring the trophy to the…
Victor Diaz De Leon leads young Americans looking to become 52 SUPER SERIES champions
True to an initiative launched last year by team owner and 52 SUPER SERIES champion Doug De Vos that aims to provide younger sailors with experience and learning at the highest level of grand prix racing, Quantum Racing powered by…
