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It's a far cry from the 'champagne' sailing conditions all the crews experienced on Leg 1. Most of them haven't seen this kind of tough, upwind sailing since their pre-race Clipper Training, although some had a taste of things to…
When the fleet left for the racecourse on day four of the Sheehy Lexus of Annapolis 2009 Melges 24 World Championship, collective hopes of any racing were pretty low. The promising early morning breeze out on the Chesapeake frustratingly evaporated…
On November 3, when the 556-foot Super Servant 4, one of Dockwise Yacht Transport's (DYT) fleet of four semi-submersible ships, leaves Newport, R.I., it will be packed stem to stern with a record load of 50 recreational cruising and racing…
Dunbier Marine Products has released a new range of alloy wheels, available as an upgrade for all Dunbier boat trailers. Available in 13″, 14″ and 15″ sizes, the new wheels have a highly-polished finished, which will boost the appearance of…
Societe Nautique de Genevre, the defender in the 33rd America's Cup Match, says they are going to wait for the New York Supreme Court to file the order (saying the Cup could not be held at SNG's preferred venue of Ras…
The Minister for Sport, the Honourable Kate Ellis MP, christened the Australian Sailing Team's newest 470 at an informal ceremony at Middle Harbour Yacht Club today. The minister joined Beijing Olympic Games Gold medallist Malcolm Page, skipper Mathew Belcher and…
The first 24 hours back at sea can be pretty tough on a crew – they'velost their sea legs after some time on shore, they're out of the rhythmof life at sea, and the motion of the boat slamming through…
Australian Torvar Mirsky remains in second place in the ISAF World Match Racing Rankings, while in the women's section Nicky Souter has leap-frogged teammate Katie Spithill following her win in the World Championships. The top three skippers in the Open…
Hamilton Island owner Bob Oatley and famed yachtsman Iain Murray AM have collaborated to create the magnificently designed Yacht Club and Villas, which were launched at the end of August during Audi Race Week 2009. The Yacht Club and Villas…
For the competitors arriving at the City Dock this morning on day three of the Sheehy Lexus of Annapolis 2009 Melges 24 World Championship, the chances of racing taking place seemed unlikely, with Annapolis shrouded in low cloud and no…
Musto Australasia has sought to strengthen its ties across theTasman by inking a three-year sponsorship agreement with New Zealand's Royal Port Nicholson Yacht Club (RPNYC). The deal, effective from October 1, sees the brand take over as naming rights sponsor…
Musto Australasia has been awarded the exclusive rights to provide clothing merchandise and staff uniforms to the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia. Additionally, Musto joins the family of CYCA Youth Sailing Academy sponsors through their sponsorship of an Elliot 6.0m…
New Boat: NorseBoat 17.5 Caroline Strainig goes for a sail on a boat a little different from the norm – the classic-looking NorseBoat 17.5. Driving from the NSW Central Coast where I live to Pittwater just north of Sydney gave…
At the Club Visiting Pittwater north of Sydney? Caroline Strainig previews what you can expect if you call in at the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club. If the word “royal” makes you think of “stuffy,” think again, at least in…
Destinations: Kangaroo Island Bruce Vass enjoys one of South Australia's most popular cruising grounds – Kangaroo Island. Kangaroo Island is a popular cruising ground for South Australian yachties. The waters are pristine and sailing conditions can be ideal. When the…
The last regatta of the RC 44 Championship Tour 2009 will take place next month in Dubai. The ten RC 44 teams involved in the Championship Tour will participate in the event and fight hard to maintain or better their…
The New York Supreme Court has ruled that the 33rd America's Cup, scheduled in February 2010, must take place in a venue in the Southern Hemisphere as per the strict reading of the competition's governing document, the Deed of Gift, or…
Queenscliff Maritime Museum is holding their third annual maritime swap meet and collectables market at Wharf Street, Queenscliff, Victoria on Sunday December 6. Gates open at 9am and entry is $4 for adults with children free. On sale will be…
Navico's technological expertise was recognised during the 2009 National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) convention held in the US recently, with the BR24 Broadband Radar and Simrad AP24 and AP28 autopilots receiving awards. In a slightly different format than previous years,…
What a fitting scene to launch a new blue water cruiser, with a strong southerly blowing and the wild Tasman Sea in the background, as the 41ft Seawind 1250 splashed down into Wollongong Harbour. This brand new design encompasses 27 years…
From one mountain to another… the ten yachts competing in the Clipper 09-10 Round the World Yacht Race have started the next leg of the epic 35,000-mile global challenge, leaving behind the iconic Rio backdrop of Sugar Loaf Mountain for…
Despite the decidedly damp and cold conditions which prevailed on day two of the Sheehy Lexus of Annapolis 2009 Melges 24 World Championship, the quality of racing for the international fleet was nonetheless characteristically red hot. Overnight leader Chris Larson…
In a major coup Geelong has won the bid to host a prominent world sailing championship in January 2012. The SB3 World Council has announced Royal Geelong Yacht Club will play host to the fifth world championship for the class…
The Shorthanded Sailing Association of Australia (SSAA) is Australia's peak body for this type of sailing in Australia. Member's goals are diverse and include serious racing aspirations through to the development of skills to enable ease of shorthanded cruising. The…
Multihull Solutions has been appointed exclusive Australasian distributor of the new NEEL Trimarans. The company has just unveiled the NEEL 50 trimaran, a new generation multihull . Designed to offer large volumes whilst maintaining offshore performance, the trimaran has a…
Despite being the last boat to arrive at the Iate Clube do Rio deJaniero, pulling alongside at just 0300 (0500 GMT) on Sunday morning,California will be ready to start Race 3 to Cape Town with the rest ofthe fleet tomorrow,…
The November issue of Sailing concentrates on… sails! A major feature by editor-at-large Bob Ross tells you everything you need to know about sailcloth, including North's new 3Di, as well as all the movers and shakers among the various lofts….
The November issue of Sailing concentrates on… sails! A major feature by editor-at-large Bob Ross tells you everything you need to know about sailcloth, including North's new 3Di, as well as all the movers and shakers among the various lofts….
The November issue of Cruising Helmsman is out now, featuring a packed lineup of practical stories and features. In the practical vein, Don and Agnes Reed share their tricks and tips for sailing two up, Sharon Smallwood comes up with…
VICTORIAN Sailing champions Glenn Ashby, James Sly and Andrew Gillies have had major success at the 2009 Vic Sport Awards, with Ashby being named Male Athlete of the Year and Sly and Gillies taking home the Junior Team of the…
PRACTICALITIES BY ANDREW BRAY To get the best out of your humble tender it's best give some thought into its many uses before you buy. A tender’s routine role is to carry people, gear, and supplies to and from the…
Practical: Skippers' Checklist Before starting the engine, check oil, water and battery levels, advises Alan Lucas. Never press the button until these essentials have passed muster, then, immediately after starting, confirm that all instruments are monitoring correctly and that cooling…
Greg Cockle shares one of his favourite spots on his way home from the US – Palmerston Atoll in the Cook Islands. Debbie and I arrived at Palmerston Atoll in the Cook Islands after a quick one-and-a-half-day passage of 280…
With six of the fleet still missing due to their delayed return from the San Francisco regatta, the Australian 18 Footers League decided to reverse the scheduled events for yesterday and next Sunday. As a result of that decision, the…
The Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron's historic Gascoigne Cup sailed into itssecond century on Saturday, 24 October 2009 with victory going to prominentSquadron member and yachting administrator Tim Cox in his J35 Soundtrack,with son Edward on the helm, Tim Cox, a…
Two admirable feats of seamanship ended in Marsamxett Harbour in the early hours of Friday morning. The last two yachts in the 30th Rolex Middle Sea Race finally completed the 606 nautical mile course. Double-handed. Both crews have faced the…
Italy's Giulia Conti won the 2009 Rolex Osprey Cup – one of only two ISAF Grade 1 women's match racing events in the U.S. – held at the St. Petersburg Yacht Club (St. Petersburg, Fla.), from October 21-24. Along with…
Sharon and husband Julian get a little hot under the collar when they have difficulty getting sea-time recognised by authorities. Okay. I've been inspired by Captain Cranky to let off some hot air! If you're a cruising sailor who's successfully navigated…
Morrelli & Melvin have collaborated with Nacra's design team to introduce the latest addition to the Nacra range of high performance racing catamarans. After 18 months of controlled testing of beams, rigs, hulls and foils, the Nacra F20 Carbon performance…
You've got to be in it to win it! Those wanting to conquer the Mount Everest of ocean racing – the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race – have just one week left to submit an application for entry. So far…
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