New Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415 – Open day this Sunday!
Join PBS for the Open Day of the new Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415 in Sydney this Sunday, showcasing its impressive performance and innovative design!
#performanceboatingsales #Jeanneau
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Edge joins the Pallas Capital Gold Cup
Edge joins the Pallas Capital Gold Cup sailing in Australia, enhancing the competitive Super40 lineup with experienced sailors and fresh talent.
#SailingAustralia #PallasCapitalGoldCup #Super40
First sail for the Maxi Edmond de Rothschild
The Maxi Edmond de Rothschild embarks on its first sea trials in Lorient, showcasing innovative technology and art in this new-generation multihull.
#MaxiEdmonddeRothschild #Sailing #OceanRacing #Gitana
18ft Skiffs – JJ Giltinan World Champs – Day 5
Yandoo sails to an impressive lead in the JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship on Sydney Harbour, with just two races remaining.
#18skiff #18footers #sailmedia #SailingAustralia
ILCA and Dragon Class commit to RaceSense for 2026 and beyond!
The ILCA Class will use RaceSense for the 2026 World Championships in Dun Laoghaire, enhancing race fairness and management in Olympic sailing.
#harken #vakaros #SailingNews #ILCA #AustralianSailing
International Dragon legends to assemble off Cowes in August 2026
The International Dragon fleet will gather in Cowes for the Edinburgh Cup and UK Grand Prix from August 18-21, 2026, celebrating the BDA’s 70th Anniversary.
#Sailing #DragonClass #Cowes #AustraliaSailing
Applications open for World Sailing technical courses
World Sailing opens applications for women’s Steering the Course technical courses, empowering women in sailing around the World
#worldsailingofficial #WomenInSailing #Australia
Treharne Trophy celebrating Manly 16s Old Buffers Day
The Hugh Treharne Trophy was unveiled at the Manly 16s Old Buffers Day, celebrating sailing tradition and camaraderie among generations of sailors.
#OldBuffersDay #Manly16s #SailingAus #HughTreharneTrophy
Racing
18ft Skiffs – JJ Giltinan World Champs – Day 4
The JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship races 4 and 5 showcased thrilling competition in Sydney Harbour, featuring strong performances from Shaw&Partners and Lazarus.
#18skiff #18footers #sailmedia
ETNZ – Taihoro is ready to fly again
Emirates Team New Zealand has relaunched their AC75, Taihoro, in Auckland, marking a pivotal moment for the upcoming America’s Cup campaign.
#EmiratesTeamNZ #AmericasCup
TP52 – Matador returns as challengers step up
Matador returns to challenge in the competitive Pallas Capital Gold Cup on Sydney Harbour, with Act 1 set for March 21-22, 2026.
#TP52Aus #SailingAustralia #GoldCup2026 #SydneyHarbour
18ft Skiffs – JJ Giltinan World Champs – Race 3
Race 3 of the JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship faced light winds on Sydney Harbour, with Smeg narrowly securing victory.
#18skiff #18footers #sailmedia #SailingAustralia
Dogfight for the ages – Cayard and Kleen crowned 99th Bacardi Cup Champions
Paul Cayard and Frithjof Kleen triumph in the dramatic 99th Bacardi Cup in Miami, ending Cayard’s 45-year pursuit of this prestigious sailing title.
@BacardiCupInvitational #bacardi_regatta #BacardiCup
Phoenix49 rises but How Bizarre wins the 2026 Melbourne to King Island Ocean Yacht Race
How Bizarre wins the 2026 Melbourne to King Island Yacht Race, showcasing strong competition among 22 boats across Bass Strait.
#OceanRacingClub #orcv_racing #MelbourneToKingIsland
18ft Skiffs – JJ Giltinan World Champs – Race 2
Yandoo dominates Race 2 of the JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship on Sydney Harbour, showcasing exceptional crew work and strategy.
#18skiff #18footers #sailmedia
Sydney Harbour Regatta – drama and then winners announced
The 2026 Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Harbour Regatta wrapped up with thrilling wins and dramatic incidents, bringing excitement on the water!
#middleharbouryachtclub #SydneyHarbourRegatta #SailingAustralia
Offshore
Globe40 – Another fight for the finish at Recife
The GLOBE40 race sees dramatic shifts in lead heading to Recife, challenging teams as they navigate unpredictable weather and fierce competition this weekend.
#GLOBE40 #SailingAustralia #Recife
We did it! McIntyre Mini Globe Race world first winners!
The McIntyre Mini Globe Race crowns its first champion, Renaud Stitelmann, after a historic solo circumnavigation in Antigua, showcasing true sailing adventure!
#MiniGlobeRace #SailingAustralia #OceanAdventure
Globe40 #Episode 5 – Valparaiso
Explore the latest episode of Globe40, featuring Valparaíso’s stunning finish and the thrilling ocean race experiences of the Crédit Mutuel crew and more.
#SailingAustralia #Globe40 #Valparaiso
Windy times for the Globe40
Recent updates from the GLOBE40 race as it faces intense winds and challenges after rounding Cape Horn and heading towards Recife, Brazil. Stay tuned!
#GLOBE40 #Sailing #Class40 #OceanRacing
Globe40 – Cape Horn Day
The GLOBE40 race reached a milestone on Cape Horn Day, with crews rounding the iconic landmark in remarkable conditions after nine days at sea. #SailingAustralia #CapeHorn #GLOBE40
2026 RORC Caribbean 600 – Worthy of its legacy
The 2026 RORC Caribbean 600 showcased thrilling competition in Antigua, with Leopard 3 capturing the overall victory and showcasing exceptional seamanship.
#Caribbean600 #RORC #SailingAustralia
Daring to dream becomes living the dream
Discover how Petrina Dorrington transformed from a novice sailor to an empowered ocean racer through the ORCV KISS program in Victoria, Australia.
@OceanRacingClub #orcv_racing #Sailing #WomenInSailing #ORCV #KISSProgram
EOI – Lord Howe Island yacht race
Explore the new Lord Howe Island Yacht Race 2026, an exciting Category 1 offshore challenge from Pittwater with 880 nautical miles of adventure!
#LordHoweIslandYachtRace #SailingAustralia #RPAYC #OceanRace
Cruising
Fountaine Pajot unveils the FP51
Discover the newly launched Fountaine Pajot FP51 in Australia, an evolution of the Aura 51, designed for comfort and performance in cruising.
#YachtSalesCo #FountainePajot #SailingAustralia #FP51
World ARC fleet sets sail from Saint Lucia
The World ARC 2026-27 fleet has set sail from Saint Lucia, embarking on an epic circumnavigation adventure across the globe.
Arc+ 2025 prizegiving in Grenada
Celebrate the successful culmination of ARC+ 2025 with the joyous prizegiving event in Grenada, honouring participants from around the globe.
First boat of ARC+ 2025 arrives in Grenada
The first boat of ARC+ 2025, Enjoy The Silence, arrives in Grenada after a swift transatlantic journey, greeted by joyful celebrations.
ARC 2025 fleet sets sail from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Over 800 sailors set sail from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Saint Lucia in the exciting 40th edition of the ARC Rally.
Jeanneau Sun Odysssey 415 from ShareYacht
Discover the opportunity to own a share in the new Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415, available at Gibson Marina, Pittwater.
ARC+ 2025 starts in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Over 400 sailors embark on the ARC+ 2025 from Las Palmas to Cape Verde, kicking off an exciting transatlantic sailing adventure.
Performance Boating Sales named Jeanneau Sail Dealer of the Year 2025
Performance Boating Sales has been awarded Jeanneau Sail Dealer of the Year 2025, celebrating its dedication to the sailing community in Australia.
Boats & Gear
Vallon launches Heron Ocean in Tortoise
Discover VALLON’s new Heron Ocean sunglasses in Tortoise, perfect for Aussie sailors and beach lovers seeking style and ultimate sun protection.
#vallon.official #SailingAustralia #Sunglasses
Sydney Boat Show returns to Sydney Olympic Park in July 2026
Mark your calendars for the 2026 Sydney Boat Show at Sydney Olympic Park from July 30 to August 2, showcasing the best in boating and marine lifestyle!
#SydneyBoatShow #AustralianSailing #MarineLife
Be first aboard the new Sun Odyssey 415 – open day March 15
Discover the first Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415 in Sydney with an Open Day on March 15 and join us for the Sail Port Stephens Commodore’s Cup this April!
#SailingAustralia #Jeanneau #SailPortStephens
Palm Beach XI Takes Flight
Palm Beach XI successfully validated her radical new C-foil configuration, reaching 29 knots of boat speed in a beautiful 22-knot nor’easter on the iconic Sydney Harbour.
#palmbeachmotoryachts #sydneyharbour #palmbeachxi
Grand Soleil Cup Australia – Pittwater
The overall winner, Lee Hawksley on Andiamo (GS40), received an incredible prize: a hosted trip to the International Grand Soleil Cup at the prestigious Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (YCCS) in Porto Cervo, Sardinia
#Sydneymarinebrokerage #rpayc
Gitana 18 – Maxi Edmond de Rothschild launched
The Gitana 18, a revolutionary flying Ultim trimaran, has been launched in Lorient, marking a new era in offshore racing design and performance.
#GitanaTeam2017 #SailingInnovation #OffshoreRacing #UltimTrimaran
Sailteck GPS Compass
Sailteck unveils the GPS Compass – The Ultimate High-Performance Sailing Instrument Sailteck is proud to announce the launch of the GPS Compass. Primaryfunctions include: heading, heel, trim, speed (SOG), countdown, line distance, and time-of-day. It is also software upgradable, with…
ILCA announces new ILCA 4 MkII sail
The International Laser Class Association announces the new ILCA 4 MkII sail, enhancing supply and durability for Australian youth sailing.
@ilcasailing #ilca_sailing #AustralianSailing #ILCA #SailingNews
Video
Adams 10 National Championships 2026
The Adams 10 National Championships showcased thrilling boating skills at Lake Macquarie, highlighting Australia’s vibrant sailing community. Congratulations to the winners – Gezzabelle from RPAYC
#Adams10m #adams10racing #SailingAustralia #LakeMacquarie
Brendan Casey becomes first Australian to win Finn World Masters
Brendan Casey makes history as the first Aussie to win the Finn World Masters at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron in Brisbane, Australia.
#finnsailing #fgc #finngoldcup #finnclass #finn #sailing #worldsailingofficial
Casey still leads after tricky third day at Finn World Masters
Brendan Casey still leads the 2026 Finn World Masters in Brisbane, Australia, after a challenging day of racing with strong winds expected tomorrow. Follow the action!
#finnsailing #fgc #finngoldcup #finnclass
Marko Kolic wins only race on day 2 of Finn World Masters
Marko Kolic wins the sole race on Day 2 of the 2026 Finn World Masters in Brisbane, while Brendan Casey leads the competition overall with 4 points.
@finnclass #internationalfinnclass #finn
RORC Caribbean 600 -Start highlights Video
The 2026 RORC Caribbean 600 has commenced in Antigua, featuring an iconic 600-mile race around 11 breathtaking Caribbean islands. Stay tuned for updates!
#Caribbean600 #RORCracing #SailingAustralia
Brendan Casey sets the pace on opening day of Finn World Masters
Brendan Casey leads the 2026 Finn World Masters in Brisbane, winning two races on the opening day at Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron with 107 competitors participating.
@finnclass #internationalfinnclass
Alessandro Marega becomes first Italian to win Finn Gold Cup
Alessandro Marega makes history as the first Italian winner of the 2026 Finn Gold Cup, held in Brisbane, Australia, showcasing world-class sailing talent.
#finnsailing #fgc #finngoldcup #finnclass #finn #sailing #worldsailingofficial
Globe40 – The Horn Challenge
Valparaiso, Chile – GLOBE40 competitors set off to tackle the challenging Cape Horn leg on their journey to Recife, Brazil, amid fierce competition.
#SailingAustralia #GLOBE40 #CapeHorn
