That’s the KISS sailing spirit
Follow Courtney Mead’s inspiring journey from novice sailor to confident ocean racer in the ORCV KISS program, showcasing Australian women’s sailing spirit.
#AustralianSailing #WomensSailing #ORCV
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The latest news from the world of yachting and sailing including yacht & dinghy reviews, cruising and destination information plus the latest boating gear as well as inshore and offshore racing updates and regatta schedules. All things Sailing, Sail Racing, Sailboats and more.
Gemera Racing on song at start of the 2026 44Cup season
GeMera Racing leads the 2026 44Cup off Lanzarote, showcasing thrilling competition under ideal conditions with varied winners across the day’s races.
#44Cup #SailingNews #AustraliaSailing
Finn Sailing is sailing at its finest
Join us in Brisbane for three thrilling weeks of Finn sailing, featuring the Australian Championship and the prestigious Finn Gold Cup and World Masters.
#finnsailing #finngoldcup #sailing #Australia
Fireball Australian National Championship – Day 4
Catch the latest developments on the 2nd last day of the Fireball Nationals in Adelaide as competitors race for the prestigious title!
#fireonthewire #FireballAustraliaNats2026 @adelaidesailingclub
RORC Transatlantic Race 2026 – Wrap Video
The 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race saw the Mach 50 Palanad 4 clinch overall victory, showcasing exceptional seamanship from Lanzarote to Antigua.
#RORCTransatlanticRace #SailingAustralia #SailingNews @RoyalOceanRacingClub
Fireball Australia National Championship – Day 1
The Fireball Australia National Championship kicked off with a fluctuating breeze on Day 1 at Adelaide Sailing Club
#SailingAustralia #FireballNationals #SailorsLife
The 69F Cup and its protagonists
Get ready for the 69F Cup in Malcesine as the Bayerischer Yacht Club gears up for a competitive season with Team Manager Fabian Duttler’s plans and insights.
#69FCup #SailingAustralia #Foiling
WASZP x Vakaros
Discover the WASZP Class’s groundbreaking partnership with Vakaros, introducing advanced race management tech for events worldwide, starting in Pensacola!
#WASZP #SailingAustralia #FoilRacing
18ft Skiffs – Season Point Score – Race 17
GC Sails secures a historic victory in the 18ft Skiffs on Sydney Harbour, marking Queensland’s first win in decades.
#18skiff #18footers #sailmedia #SailingAustralia #SydneyHarbour
Setting the Record Straight – Early All-Female 18ft Skiff Sailing
In the early 1970s, Victoria Willman sailed from the Sydney Flying Squadron at Kirribilli, the birthplace of 18ft skiff sailing in a boat named Boobs. They carried an “L” plate on both the mainsail and transom. The crew was entirely female
#18skiff #18footers #sydneyharbour
18ft Skiffs – Victory for Lazarus Capital Partners
Lazarus Capital Partners clinches victory at the Balmain Cup on Sydney Harbour, showcasing skill amidst challenging 20-knot winds and competitive race conditions.
#18skiff #sailmedia #SailingAustralia #SydneyHarbour #BalmainCup
Tapper wins Warren Jones Regatta
Sydney skipper Cole Tapper claims victory at the Warren Jones Regatta in Perth, making it his second consecutive win at this youth event.
#SailingAustralia #WarrenJonesRegatta #YouthSailing
Countdown on to New Zealand SailGP
The Black Foils aim for a triumphant return at the Auckland SailGP and a remarkable recovery from their crash in Perth. Stay tuned!
#SailGP #Australia #Sailing
44Cup season sets sail next week in Puerto Calero
The 44Cup season kicks off in Puerto Calero, Lanzarote, from February 4-8 with thrilling racing from top international teams. Don’t miss it!
#44Cup #Sailing #Australia
Inaugural VX One World Championship to Debut in Miami in 2027
Set against the iconic backdrop of Biscayne Bay, the championship is expected to deliver classic Miami conditions. The venue offers reliable spring weather, warm water and a proven track record for hosting world class sailing events.
#VxOneAus
2027-2029 Offshore Double Handed World Championships
World Sailing is inviting bids from yacht clubs and regions around the World to host the 2027 and 2029 Offshore Double Handed World Championships.
#SailingAustralia #OffshoreRacing #WorldSailing
Super 40 & TP52 Australia classes unite for 2026
The Super 40 and TP52 Australia Classes will unite at the Pallas Capital Gold Cup 2026, enhancing competitive sailing in the country. Get ready for an exciting regatta series!
#SailingAustralia #PallasCapitalGoldCup #TP52 #Super40 #Regatta
Warren Jones International Youth Regatta Day 3
Dane Matias Rossing shines at the Warren Jones International Youth Regatta in Perth, leading to the semifinals with a strong 2-0 lead against Cole Tapper.
#WarrenJonesRegatta #SailingAustralia #PerthSailing
Globe40 – A strand of arrivals at Valparaíso
Four Class40 teams conclude a thrilling 7,000-mile race, arriving in Valparaiso withing hours of each ather after fierce Southern Ocean competition.
#Globe40 #SailingAustralia #Class40 #Valparaiso
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 455 receives strong response at Düsseldorf International Boat Show
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 455 impresses at Düsseldorf Boat Show with eight sales; Australia welcomes it in September 2026, promising superior sailing experiences.
#performanceboatingsales #Jeanneau #SunOdyssey455 #DüsseldorfBoatShow #Sailing #AustralianSailing
Australian Sailing Team appoints Jim Colley as 49erFX national coach
The Australian Sailing Team welcomes Jim Colley as the new 49erFX National Coach, aiming for excellence ahead of the LA 2028 Olympics.
#aussailingteam #SailingNews #49erFX
Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta – Titans versus Raiders
The 2026 Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta promises fierce competition with the NSW ORC Championship from Feb 13-15 at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club. Don’t miss out!
#PittwaterRegatta #SailingAustralia #Racing
Warren Jones International Youth Regatta – Day 2
Marcello Torre remains undefeated in the Warren Jones International Youth Regatta in Perth, showcasing his match racing expertise and skill.
#WarrenJones #Sailing #AustralianSailing
21st celebrations at 2026 Sydney Harbour Regatta
Celebrate the 21st Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Harbour Regatta on March 7-8, showcasing thrilling races for diverse classes on Sydney Harbour!
#SailingAustralia #SydneyHarbourRegatta #NautilusMarine
The 2026 Australian O’pen Skiff Championships on Sydney Harbour
Experience the excitement of the 2026 Australian O’pen Skiff Championships at Sydney Harbour, showcasing over 80 sailors in thrilling competition.
#SailingAustralia #OpenSkiff #SydneyHarbour
SailGP confirms long-term commitment with Valencia
SailGP announces a three-year deal to host the Spain Sail Grand Prix in Valencia, marking an exciting new chapter in SailGP.
#SailGP #Sailing #Valencia
Warren Jones International Youth Regatta – Day 1
Local skipper Marcello Torre leads the Warren Jones International Youth Regatta in Perth after a strong start with an undefeated day one performance.
#SailingAustralia #WarrenJonesRegatta #YouthSailing
Unforgettable spectacle at 2026 Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta
The Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta showcased thrilling sailing with strong winds and competitive racing, drawing crowds to celebrate this iconic event.
#AADRegatta #AucklandRegatta #SailingNZ #SailorsLife
Sodebo Ultim 3 sets new Jules Verne Trophy record
Congratulations to the crew of Sodebo Ultim 3, who made history on Sunday, January 25 by setting the new Jules Verne Trophy record
@SodeboVoile
All-female crew of the Famous Project CIC complete first non-stop lap of the planet on board a trimaran
The all-female crew of The Famous Project CIC completes a historic non-stop circumnavigation of the globe, marking a milestone in women’s sailing.
#TheFamousProject #WomensSailing #JulesVerneTrophy #OceanChallenges #SailingAdventure #WomenInSport
18ft Skiffs – Queen of the Waves
Join the 18ft Skiffs on Sydney Harbour this Sunday for the Queen of the Waves race, continuing a cherished Australian sailing tradition since 1938.
#Australian18Footers #18footers #SailMedia #QueenOfTheWaves #SailingAustralia
Festival of Sails 2026 concludes
The Festival of Sails 2026 concluded with thrilling racing on Corio Bay, celebrating champions and community spirit at Geelong’s iconic waterfront.
#FestivalOfSails #GeelongSailing #AustralianSailing
Performance Cruising Yachts appointed exclusive Australian dealer for HanseYachts
Performance Cruising Yachts has been appointed as the exclusive Australian dealer for the full Hanse Yachts AG portfolio, including Hanse, Moody, Dehler, Sealine, Fjord and Ryck. We are proud to announce the addition of these 6 brands to our stable.
@performancecruising #performancecruisingyachts
Sailing community recognised in 2026 Australia Day honours
Celebrating the 2026 Australia Day Honours, Australian Sailing recognizes Geoffrey Davidson and Philip Jenkinson for their contributions to the sport.
#AustSail #Sailing #AustraliaDay
18ft Skiffs – President’s Trophy season pointscore
The Balmain team secures a thrilling victory in the President’s Trophy Pointscore race on Sydney Harbour, showcasing their sailing prowess in 14-knot winds.
#18skiff #sailmedia #18ftSkiffs #SydneyHarbour
Breeze builds as Festival of Sails hits stride
The Festival of Sails in Geelong boasts thrilling racing on Corio Bay, showcasing tight competition and exciting action.
#FestivalOfSails #GeelongSailing #AusSailing
The Ocean Race – One year to go
The Ocean Race 2027 begins in Alicante and sails to Auckland, marking a record-breaking journey of 14,000 nautical miles around the globe.
#TheOceanRace #SailingAustralia #Auckland
BIA launches Go Boating SA
BIA launches the Go Boating SA campaign to promote safe and enjoyable boating across South Australia, supporting marine jobs and community engagement.
@BoatingIndustryAssociation #GoBoatingSA #SailingAustralia #SouthAustralia
The Famous Project CIC all-women crew face final hurdle on home run
The all-women crew of The Famous Project CIC faces the final challenge of their historic circumnavigation near Brest amid fierce winter storms. Stay tuned!
#AustralianSailing #SailingNews #WomenInSailing
Globe40 – A breathtaking 4th leg finish
The GLOBE40 2025/2026 features an incredible showdown in Valparaiso, with a nail-biting finale and record-breaking performances.
#GLOBE40 #SailingAustralia #SydneyToValparaiso
