2026 Hobie Wave GP
Highlights from the recent Hobie Wave Grand Prix Championships held at Vincentia Sailing Club.
#HobieWave #SailingChampionships #Vincentia #HobieRacing #ANHCA
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Performance Boating Sales to showcase three Jeanneau sailing yachts at Sail Expo 2026
Discover the latest Jeanneau sailing yachts at Sail Expo 2026 in Sydney, featuring the new Sun Odyssey 455, 415, and 380. Join us on 17-18 October!
#Jeanneau #SailExpo2026 #SailingYachts #PerformanceBoating #SunOdyssey
Boat Maintenance and Insurance – The Problems Owners Shouldn’t Ignore
From ageing rigging and deteriorated hoses to batteries, seacocks and corrosion, Pantaenius explains why good boat maintenance and good insurance go hand in hand.
#PantaeniusAustralia #MarineInsurance #BoatInsurance #YachtInsurance #SailingAustralia #BoatOwnership
Bonds Flying Roos second in Geneva as Spain books Grand Final place
Spain’s Los Gallos defeated the Bonds Flying Roos in a light-wind Geneva Final, securing their Grand Final place as Australia recorded a second consecutive runner-up finish.
Australia wins the Platu25 class world sailing championship with Aftershock
Australia clinches the Platu25 World Sailing Championship with Aftershock. Read the latest updates and see the highlights.
#Platu25 #WorldSailingChampionship #Aftershock #SailingNews #AustralianSailing
Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron finishes strongly at Women’s International Championship
Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron achieves strong results at the Women’s International Championship in Newport, showcasing talent and determination.
#RoyalSydneyYachtSquadron ##NewYorkYachtClubRegattas #nyyc_regattas #WomensSailing #IC37
Megan Grapengeter-Rudnick and Team Vigilant win at inaugural Women’s International Championship
Megan Grapengeter-Rudnick and Team Vigilant secure victory at the Women’s International Championship in Newport.
#WomensInternationalChampionship #MeganGrapengeterRudnick #TeamVigilant #SailingNews #NewportSailing
Five races, five winners on opening day at Lake Geneva
The Rolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix opened with five races and five winners, showcasing thrilling competition on Lake Geneva under tricky conditions.
#SailGP #LakeGeneva #BondsFlyingRoos #RolexSailGP
Racing
PR2 Naples – One week to go
With one week until PR2 Naples, teams prepare for action on the stunning Bay of Naples, racing against time and weather forecasts.
#AmericasCup #Sailing #PR2Naples
Platu25 World Championship 2026 – The Australian team “Aftershock” remains in the lead
Australia’s ‘Aftershock’ shines on day two of the Platu25 World Championship, securing wins in the second and third races in San Benedetto del Tronto.
#Platu25 #Aftershock #SailingChampionship #SailingNews #Australia
RC44s gear up for their 16th World Championship
The 2026 RC44 World Championship kicks off next week in Cowes, featuring top teams vying for glory on the Solent. Don’t miss the action!
#RC44 #Sailing #WorldChampionship #Cowes #44Cup
NYYC Women’s International Championship – Team Vigilant extends on Day 3
Megan Grapengeter-Rudnick leads the Women’s International Championship, while fresh teams claim victories on Day 3 in Newport, R.I.
#NewYorkYachtClubRegattas #nyyc_regattas #WomensSailing #IC37
Champagne sailing on day 2 of Rolex Swan Cup
Exciting racing and results from Day 2 of the Rolex Swan Cup in ideal sailing conditions.
#RolexSwanCup #NautorSwan #SailingEvent #PortoCervo #YachtRegatta
NYYC Women’s International Championship – Team Vigilant seize control on Day 2
Megan Grapengeter-Rudnick’s Team Vigilant leads the Women’s International Championship after a stellar Day 2 on Rhode Island Sound. Stay tuned for more updates!
#NewYorkYachtClubRegattas #nyyc_regattas #WomensSailing #IC37
Bermuda Gold Cup unveils expanded 12-skipper field and new Fareast 28R fleet
The 2026 Bermuda Gold Cup confirms 12 skippers, including defending champion Johnie Berntsson, racing October 13-18 in Hamilton Harbour.
#worldmatchracingtour #BermudaGoldCup #Fareast28R #RoyalBermudaYachtClub
A new season – A new threat
Canberra Airport’s CA team claims victory in the first two heats of the Manly 16ft Skiff Club series, showcasing their competitive edge for the season ahead.
#ManlySkiffClub #CASailingTeam #SkiffRacing #SailingNews #2026Season
Offshore
GGR news – So far, so good! Day 11
As the Golden Globe Race fleet races past Lanzarote, leaders Guillou and Lawless tackle repairs and weather challenges in the Atlantic.
#GGR2026 #GoldenGlobeRace
Rolex Middle Sea Race 2026 -Fleet building fast
The Rolex Middle Sea Race 2026 is shaping up with a strong fleet and exciting entries from around the globe.
#RolexMiddleSeaRace #Sailing2026 #OffshoreRacing #YachtRegatta #MaltaSailing
With 49 entries, Class40 is the biggest and most open class on the upcoming Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe
The Route du Rhum showcases 49 Class40 entries, featuring fierce competition among top sailors like Guillaume Pirouelle and Corentin Douguet.
#Class40 #routedurhum.officiel #route_du_rhum
World ARC 2026-27 part 2 is underway
The World ARC 2026-27 fleet departs Australia, embarking on the second half of their epic sailing adventure.
#WorldARC #SailingAdventure #Circumnavigation #SailingRally #WorldCruisingClub
United by the Ocean claims victory in The Ocean Race Atlantic
United by the Ocean claims a thrilling victory in the first Ocean Race Atlantic with a close finish against 11th Hour Racing.
#theoceanrace #IMOCABoats #TransatlanticRace
Maxi Edmond de Rothschild – All systems are go
With just two months to go, the Gitana Team prepares the Maxi Edmond de Rothschild for its debut at the Route du Rhum in Saint-Malo, aiming for victory.
#RouteDuRhum #MaxiEdmondDeRothschild #GitanaTeam #SailingNews #CharlesCaudrelier
Watch the highlights of the 2026 RORC Round Britain and Ireland
Discover the thrilling highlights from the 2026 RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race, showcasing top competitors and stunning footage.
#RORCRacing #RoundBritainandIrelandRace #SailingNews
Fast flat-water sailing as the top group begins final 500-mile push towards Lorient
The Ocean Race leaders enjoy fast conditions as they near Lorient, with DMG MORI Global One maintaining a narrow lead in the final stretch.
#theoceanrace #IMOCABoats #TransatlanticRace
Cruising
Superyacht Australia and APSA announce strategic shift
Superyacht Australia and APSA unveil a new strategy to promote the Asia-Pacific as a premier superyacht cruising destination.
#SuperyachtAustralia #AsiaPacificSuperyachtAssociation #asia_pacific_superyacht_assoc #SuperyachtNews
Schionning Arrow on target using DuFLEX panel system
Meet Felix and Onika from WA as they craft their Schionning Arrow 1360 to explore Australia’s coastline and beyond, fueled by passion and dedication.
#ATLComposites #DuFLEX #BoatBuilding
A sailing legend‘s anniversary – 50 years Eye of the Wind
Discover the legendary tall ship Eye of the Wind, celebrating 50 years of sailing the world’s oceans and captivating maritime enthusiasts in Australia.
#eyeofthewind1911 #TallShips #SailingHistory #MaritimeAdventure
Help Lucy Fight Brain Cancer and Win a Luxury Whitsundays Charter
Support four-year-old Lucy Scarrott from Whitsunday as a local charter business raffles a luxury catamaran to raise $50K for her cancer treatment.
#WhitsundayEscape #CharityRaffle
ARC Europe sailors set sail from Sint Maarten to begin their Atlantic adventure
Sailors embark on the exciting ARC Europe 2026 from Sint Maarten, kicking off their transatlantic adventure with a fleet of 36 boats heading to Bermuda.
@WorldCruising #ARCEurope #arc_rally
The Island Cruising Pacific Rally sets sail
The Pacific Rally 2026 kicks off with nearly 190 vessels from New Zealand and Australia, embarking on an adventure across the South Pacific’s stunning cruising grounds.
#islandcruising.nz #PacificRally #SailingAustralia #CruisingCommunity #SailingAdventures #IslandCruising
Celebrations in Saint Lucia for the finish of World ARC 2025-26
The World ARC 2025-26 fleet celebrates their remarkable 26,000NM circumnavigation in Saint Lucia, marking a significant sailing achievement for all crews.
#worldcruising #WorldARC #SailingCommunity #SaintLucia
Meet the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey range
Discover the latest Jeanneau Sun Odyssey models 415 and 455 at the 2026 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, showcasing innovation and comfort in sailing.
@performanceboatingsales #Jeanneau #SailingNews #Cruising
Boats & Gear
Marine Rescue NSW records busiest August as volunteers prepare for spring school holidays
Marine Rescue NSW has recorded its busiest August, with 273 missions as volunteers gear up for the spring school holidays ahead.
#MarineRescueNSW #BoatSafety #SailingNews #VolunteerRescue #BoatingSeason
Sail Expo 2026 set to showcase the best of sailing on and off the water
Sail Expo 2026 at RPAYC promises exciting yacht showcases and marine products, perfect for all sailing enthusiasts. Don’t miss it!
#SailExpo #RPAYC #PantaeniusAustralia #AustralianSailing
127-metre Superyacht visit to Cairns highlights $1.95 million economic opportunity
A 127-metre superyacht in Cairns is set to boost the local economy by nearly $1.95 million through crew and vessel spending.
#superyacht #Cairns #economicimpact #tourism #marineindustry
Taking Your Yacht Overseas? Talk to Your Insurer Before You Leave
Planning to cruise your yacht overseas? Pantaenius explains why geographical limits, destinations, crew experience and early planning should be part of your preparations.
#PantaeniusAustralia #MarineInsurance #BoatInsurance #YachtInsurance #SailingAustralia #BoatOwnership
Australian Sailing and Southern Pacific Boats team up to back Australia’s sailors
Australian Sailing announces a partnership with Southern Pacific Boats to support sailors through access to RIBs until the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.
#AustralianSailing #SouthernPacificBoats #sailing #Olympics #RIBs #sailors
Racing Your Yacht? It Pays to Check Your Insurance Before the Start
Before heading to the start line, do you know how your yacht insurance applies while racing? Pantaenius explains the questions sailors should ask before competing.
#PantaeniusAustralia #MarineInsurance #BoatInsurance #YachtInsurance #SailingAustralia #BoatOwnership
Invitation to BYRA boat building program launch of Northbridge Juniors
Join BYRA on 13 September 2026 for the launch of the Northbridge Junior Boatbuilding Program, celebrating youth sailing and family teamwork.
#BYRA #NorthbridgeJuniors #Boatbuilding #SailingEvent #YouthSailing
Beyond the Fine Print – What Every Australian Boat Owner Should Know About Marine Insurance
What should boat owners look for when choosing marine insurance? Pantaenius shares some of the key questions Australian sailors should ask before they need to make a claim.
#Pantaenius #MarineInsurance #BoatInsurance #YachtInsurance #SailingAustralia #BoatOwnership
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NYYC Women’s International Championship – Swedes squeak out win in historic first race
Swede Ida Svensson clinches victory in the inaugural Women’s International Championship as competitors face challenging conditions in Newport.
#NewYorkYachtClubRegattas #nyyc_regattas #WomensSailing #IC37
ARC Team USA hit the water in Naples
ARC Team USA kicks off training in Naples ahead of the Prelim Regatta, showcasing their new team and livery as they gear up for competition.
#ARCTeamUSA #AmericasCup #sailing #Naples
Golden Globe Race underway after emotional Les Sables-d’Olonne farewell
The Golden Globe Race 2026 starts with 16 skippers embarking on a grueling journey after heartfelt farewells in Les Sables-d’Olonne.
#GoldenGlobeRace #GGR2026 #SailingAdventure #SoloSailing #OceanChallenge
2026 IQfoil World Championships – Day 2
Steinberg and Lyons dominate at2026 MUSTO iQFOiL World Championships in Weymouth and Portland.
#iQFOiL #AustralianSailing #Weymouth2026
2026 ILCA 6 Women’s World Champs – Day 1
The 2026 ILCA 6 Women’s World Championship kicks off with Charlotte Rose and Emma Plasschaert sharing the lead after a windy opening day.
#ILCAsailing #SailingChampionship #WomenSailors
Platoon Aviation Claims Fourth Royal Cup Title
Platoon Aviation clinched the Royal Cup title in Lanzarote, leaving Crioula and Provezza to battle for podium spots in a thrilling finale.
#52SUPERseries #SailingAustralia #Lanzarote
52 super series
Platoon Aviation leads the 52 SUPER SERIES Royal Cup in Lanzarote with a solid performance, gaining a seven-point edge after day three of racing.
#52SUPERseries #SailingAustralia #Lanzarote
Qualifying ends at the 2026 ILCA 7 Men’s Worlds
The 2026 ILCA 7 Men’s Worlds concluded with Finn Lynch leading
#ILCASailing #AustralianSailing #SailingNews
