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Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca day 4
Getting that winning mojo back on the Bay of Palma
© Sailing Energy / Trofeo Princesa Sofía
Hansa and Para Worlds 2025 Overall
Gauthier Bril (FRA) crowned new World Champion
© Alex Dare, Hansa Worlds
Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca update
ORC Racer Cruiser and One Design classes crowned in Palma
© Laura G. Guerra / Trofeo Princesa Sofía
Introducing Jazz Turner's Project FEAR
Not your usual record-attempt charity circumnavigation
© Project Fear
Australians drop wingsail in race 7 pre-start
At the Oracle San Francisco Sail Grand Prix
© Simon Bruty for SailGP
Vaikobi Launches New Board Short Collection
Vaikobi Launches New Board Short Collection
With a buy second pair half price deal
Vaikobi, a leader in high-performance ocean sports apparel, is proud to introduce its latest collection of men's boardshorts: the Newport Boardies and Paddle Boardies. Designed for comfort, sports versatility and hydrodynamic efficiency.
by Vaikobi
Posted 3 Apr 23:00 BST
Transat Paprec skippers under the microscope
Transat Paprec skippers under the microscope
Favorites, outsiders, newbies…
In 12 days' time, the iconic 100% mixed transatlantic race between Concarneau and Saint-Barthélemy, Transat Paprec, will get under way.
by Transat Paprec
Posted 3 Apr 22:51 BST
J/70 Corinthian Europeans in Cascais day 1
J/70 Corinthian Europeans in Cascais day 1
54 teams participating in this new continental format
The International J/70 Class Association continues to grow and evolve, debuting the Corinthian European Championship this year in Cascais Portugal.
by Julie & Christopher Howell
Posted 3 Apr 22:20 BST
BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival day 2
BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival day 2
A wild and windy day for the Scrub Island Invitational
With gusts hitting 30+ knots in a particularly dark squall that hit the racecourse, washing off the salty water that had already drenched those sailors on the rail as big seas washed over the sides.
by BVI Spring Regatta
Posted 3 Apr 22:01 BST
Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 4
Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 4
Getting that winning mojo back on the Bay of Palma
Coming as it does as the first major all-classes regatta after the Paris 2024 Olympics, the huge 54 Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels sailing regatta represents the perfect opportunity to rebuild dented confidence.
by Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía
Posted 3 Apr 20:32 BST
168th Jersey Electricity Gorey Regatta preview
168th Jersey Electricity Gorey Regatta preview
British yachtsmen cruising Channel Island waters in July are very welcome to take part
British yachtsmen planning to cruise through Channel Island waters this summer are invited to take part in one of the oldest sailing events in the British Isles - the Jersey Electricity Gorey Regatta.
by Philip Jeune
Posted 3 Apr 18:09 BST
Stewarton sailor scoops surprise World title
Stewarton sailor scoops surprise World title
Scotland's Rory McKinna wins two-person Hansa 303 fleet down under
Scottish sailor Rory McKinna, alongside Australia's Jess Wong, have secured Gold at the 2025 Hansa and Para World Championships in Newport, which concluded on the 30th of March.
by Philippa Howie
Posted 3 Apr 15:45 BST
Royal Torbay celebrating SB20 Worlds win
Royal Torbay celebrating SB20 Worlds win
After 14 attempts, team Xcellent have lifted the trophy
After 14 attempts at the SB20 World Championships, Royal Torbay Yacht Club's John Pollard has finally secured the ultimate prize.
by SB20 Class
Posted 3 Apr 14:04 BST
RS Aero UK Winter Training at Restronguet
RS Aero UK Winter Training at Restronguet
The turnout was at the maximum: 21 boats
The penultimate RS Aero Winter Training Weekend was held at Restronguet SC over the weekend 29/30th March, marked by Spring tides and the change of clocks on Sunday to keep the participants on their toes.
by Patrick Clarke
Posted 3 Apr 13:35 BST
Hyde Sails teams up with Conrad Humphreys
Hyde Sails teams up with Conrad Humphreys
To provide sailmaking support for his latest historical project
Hyde Sails, in partnership with renowned offshore sailor Conrad Humphreys and leading sailcloth manufacturer Dimension-Polyant, is proud to announce a brand new partnership.
by Hyde Sails
Posted 3 Apr 12:00 BST
Winter coaching wraps at Pennine
Winter coaching wraps at Pennine
From frost to fast
Saturday 29th March saw 15 sailors come together at Pennine Sailing Club for the eighth of the Dom Barnes Coaching winter sessions. The aim of these sessions has been to offer low-cost, high-quality coaching to single-handed sailors in the North.
by Ian Brown
Posted 3 Apr 10:52 BST
Draycote Academy update
Draycote Academy update
Winter program really does support sailors' development
That's a wrap for the 2024/25 Academy training, and we can see our winter program, with an ethos of time on the water, really does support sailor's development. While podiums and event wins are great we also focus on supporting sailors at all levels.
by David Rowe
Posted 3 Apr 10:34 BST
Official program for Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Official program for Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The release of the official program for the 2025 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
We are thrilled to announce the release of the official program for the 2025 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, taking place from April 16th to 21st.
by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Posted 3 Apr 09:47 BST
2025 Chile World Cup Masters Overall
2025 Chile World Cup Masters Overall
Masters finalists deliver explosive showdown
The Masters division lit up the lineup today at the 5 Star World Cup, as four legends of wave riding battled it out in a fiercely contested final under the Chilean sun at the legendary Topocalma.
by International Windsurfing Tour
Posted 3 Apr 09:45 BST
Roadford Lake SC Winter series
Roadford Lake SC Winter series
23 entries boosted by ILCAs from Saltash
The Roadford Lake Sailing Club winter series finished last Sunday (30 March 2025) in sparkling conditions, the final two races won by local sailor Norman Halstead in his Supernova.
by Richard Willows
Posted 3 Apr 09:34 BST
Discover sailing at Dovestone
Discover sailing at Dovestone
Try a short sail just outside Manchester this May
Would you like a chance to get out on the water for 30 minutes with an experienced sailor and see if the sport of dinghy sailing appeals to you?
by Nik Lever
Posted 3 Apr 08:09 BST
Medway RC Laser Club Winter Series week 10
Medway RC Laser Club Winter Series week 10
A blast for the end of the series
A great breeze from the NW and showing just over 20 knots to run the last race in the Winter Series. This is the last race before sailing on much bigger dinghies and yachts for most of our racers.
by Jamie Blair
Posted 2 Apr 21:01 BST
Topper Winter Championships at WPNSA
Topper Winter Championships at WPNSA
135 Toppers took to the eagerly anticipated wild waters and winds of Weymouth
The much awaited ITCA Winter Championships finally arrived early March and over 135 Toppers took to the eagerly anticipated wild waters and winds of Weymouth. There was a great buzz around WPNSA as we got our boats ready.
by Toby Turner & Hayley Turner
Posted 2 Apr 20:34 BST
Performance Meets Comfort
Performance Meets Comfort
Discover the attributes of Henri-Lloyd's Dynamic Dri Fast Tees
Engineered for performance, the Dynamic Dri Fast T-Shirts feature HeiQ Mint anti-odour technology, mechanical stretch, and UPF 50 protection, all while offering moisture-wicking panels and a recycled fabric design for the ultimate in comfort.
by Henri-Lloyd
Posted 2 Apr 19:00 BST
Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 3
Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 3
Consistency is keynote as Sofía moves to finals phase
With classes moving into the Gold fleet phase today at the 54 Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels on Mallorca's Bay of Palma so the intensity stepped up and consistency became most important.
by Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía
Posted 2 Apr 18:31 BST
Ancasta Spring Boat Show opens next week
Ancasta Spring Boat Show opens next week
Step aboard a variety of yachts, multihulls and performance RIBs - all in one location
Join us at our Hamble office in Port Hamble, near Southampton to step aboard a variety of Motor Yachts, Sailing Yachts, Sailing Multihulls and Performance RIBs - all in one location.
by Ancasta
Posted 2 Apr 17:00 BST
Wetwheels Cymru is formed
Wetwheels Cymru is formed
Unlocking boating access for disabled communities in Wales
Right now, there is no dedicated Wetwheels boat in Wales — meaning thousands of disabled people are missing out on the freedom, confidence and wellbeing that these opportunities provide.
by Ginger Agency
Posted 2 Apr 16:33 BST
BFSLYC Landyacht series round 1 at Brean
BFSLYC Landyacht series round 1 at Brean
A good wind and weather forecast ensured a good turnout across 4 classes
Brean Sand Yacht Club hosted the first 2025 round of the BFSLYC Landyacht series for class 2/3, Standart and Mini yachts.
by Nick Heather
Posted 2 Apr 12:55 BST
A united bid for clean water in Northern Ireland
A united bid for clean water in Northern Ireland
7 water-based National Governing Bodies have come together to tackle the problem
Seven of Northern Ireland's water-based National Governing Bodies have come together to tackle the growing issue of polluted water in Northern Ireland.
by RYA Northern Ireland
Posted 2 Apr 12:00 BST
International Moth Northerns at Rutland
International Moth Northerns at Rutland
The first event which the Switch has joined in with
The first of the Moth Opens took place over the weekend of the 29th and 30th March and after the success of the Dinghy Show even a sketchy forecast could not put off the Moth or Switch sailors with this being the first event of the year.
by Gareth Davies
Posted 2 Apr 11:23 BST
MAC 24 Hour Challenge in Cape Town
MAC 24 Hour Challenge in Cape Town
Strong south-easter tests Milnerton sailors
The Enterprise Dinghy CV6 lost its mast, a Gypsy Dinghy from Plumstead Adults snapped their centreboard, while other boats had to do running repairs to complete this year's MAC 24 Hr Challenge held at Milnerton Aquatic Club this weekend.
by Mark Algra
Posted 2 Apr 10:37 BST
Nautically inspired jewellery from Angela Lago
Nautically inspired jewellery from Angela Lago
Beautifully made nautical-inspired jewellery
There's something we all seem to share as true lovers of the sea—especially those of us drawn to the nautical world. It's a deep connection with authenticity, nature, and the undeniable pull of freedom.
by S. Whitaker
Posted 2 Apr 09:30 BST
Stone to kick off GJW Direct Phantom Super Series
Stone to kick off GJW Direct Phantom Super Series
Series begins on the River Blackwater this weekend
Just a few days before Stone SC host the first of the 2025 Super Series to be held in the eastern region. The two day event consisting of a six race series over the weekend of the 5th/6th April will be sailed on the waters of the River Blackwater.
by Michael Webster
Posted 2 Apr 09:21 BST
UK teams ready for J/70 Corinthian Europeans
UK teams ready for J/70 Corinthian Europeans
The inaugural event will bring together over 50 international teams
Cascais is set to host the highly anticipated inaugural J/70 Corinthian European Championship from April 1st to April 6th, 2025.
by Ruby Dent
Posted 2 Apr 08:30 BST
2025 Chile World Cup Overall
2025 Chile World Cup Overall
Emotions ran high as finalists were crowned in Chile
The 2025 Chile World Cup concluded in spectacular fashion on Finals Day at Topocalma, where perfect lines, offshore wind, and high drama combined for one of the most memorable days in World Wave Tour history.
by International Windsurfing Tour
Posted 2 Apr 06:58 BST
BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival Day 1
BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival Day 1
Round Tortola Race for the Nanny Cay Cup goes to Airgasm and Warthog
Today was a fast one for those racing in the Round Tortola Race for the Nanny Cay Cup event as breeze in the low 20s, hitting the high 20s during several big squalls that blasted through the course, kept sailors on their toes and weight on the rails.
by Michelle Slade / BVISR
Posted 2 Apr 04:57 BST
Poole Regatta to Host IRC Europeans in 2026
Poole Regatta to Host IRC Europeans in 2026
4 days of competitive racing in a spectacular environment
The enviable track record Poole has built for hosting unmissable regattas continues in 2026 with the inclusion of the prestigious IRC European Championship as an integral element of racing, alongside multiple class starts.
by Chris Jones
Posted 1 Apr 21:54 BST
RS400 TridentUK Northern Tour at Leigh & Lowton
RS400 TridentUK Northern Tour at Leigh & Lowton
A 38mph gust was recorded on the committee boat
A warm welcome at Leigh and Lowton SC was provided to twelve RS400s for the first event of the TridentUK Northern Tour of 2025. Just one race was planned before lunch by the PRO, Mike Baldwin. A SW F2-4 made conditions quite tricky.
by Dave Exley
Posted 1 Apr 21:49 BST
IRC Welsh National Championship preview
IRC Welsh National Championship preview
Entry now open for event in May
Please remember to add to your itinerary the dates for the IRC Welsh National Championships 2025, hosted by Clwb Hwylio Pwllheli Sailing Club, Royal Dee Yacht Club, and the Welsh National Sailing Academy and Event Centre, here at Plas Heli.
by Stephen Tudor
Posted 1 Apr 20:41 BST
Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 2
Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 2
It does not get better than this, with a sparkling spring sea breeze
An afternoon of warm sunshine with 10-12k knots of thermal wind saw all seven course areas operating in champagne conditions, a reminder there is no better place in the world for early season Olympic racing on this scale.
by Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía
Posted 1 Apr 20:09 BST
DF95 National Championship at Lincoln
DF95 National Championship at Lincoln
A perfect weekend, only missing Mediterranean temperatures
Where do I start with such a perfect weekend of sailing? The only thing that was missing was Mediterranean temperatures.
by Nigel Barrow
Posted 1 Apr 19:45 BST
Lords of Tram GKA Big Air Kite World Cup France
Lords of Tram GKA Big Air Kite World Cup France
Brazil's Mikaili Sol back with a bang to take title in epic Lords of Tram final
The 2025 GKA Big Air Kite World Cup kicked off in Barcares, France, on Saturday, with the Tramontana wind roaring at full force.
by Gemma Hamaini
Posted 1 Apr 18:54 BST
World Sailing Race Officials Training programme
World Sailing Race Officials Training programme
Available to Member National Authorities to apply for on an annual basis
World Sailing is proud to announce the launch of a new education programme for Race Officials.
by World Sailing
Posted 1 Apr 18:53 BST
2025 Chile World Cup day 5
2025 Chile World Cup day 5
Emotions ran high as finalists were crowned in Chile
The Chile World Cup saw emotional scenes on the beach as exhausted but elated riders returned to shore, having just secured their places in the finals of one of the most iconic events on the World Wave Tour calendar.
by International Windsurfing Tour
Posted 1 Apr 18:17 BST
Triggernaut sponsors Scorpion Youth Series
Triggernaut sponsors Scorpion Youth Series
Initiative provides young sailors with the opportunity to develop their skills
Triggernaut Sports Glasses, a leading brand in high-performance sports eyewear, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the prestigious Scorpion Sailing Youth Series. This partnership underscores Triggernaut's commitment to the sport.
by Simon Lovesey
Posted 1 Apr 16:52 BST
Haydn Griffiths Memorial Trophy at Leigh & Lowton
Haydn Griffiths Memorial Trophy at Leigh & Lowton
Raising funds for the RNLI to honour the tragic loss of young club member
Leigh & Lowton Sailing Club continues to honour the tragic loss of young Haydn Griffiths in his early season race day, also a fitting fundraiser for the RNLI. It continues to be a popular and significant day in the club's calendar.
by Richard Catchpole
Posted 1 Apr 15:27 BST
WASZP UK Start of Seasons event at Datchet
WASZP UK Start of Seasons event at Datchet
A fleet of 42 boats arrived, many trying the new rudder for the first time
A fleet of 42 boats descended on Datchet Water for the 2025 WASZP UK Start of Seasons - a great turnout for an early-season event and a promising sign for the fleet this year!
by Ben Harris
Posted 1 Apr 14:39 BST
The Proving Ground
The Proving Ground
Why the Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS is such an important regatta
The end of an Olympic quadrennial cycle often brings sailing campaigns to an end. Some partnerships in doublehanded classes split, with helm and crew going their separate ways, while others use the time to reflect on their future.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 1 Apr 13:30 BST
43rd Copa del Rey MAPFRE surpasses 50 entries
43rd Copa del Rey MAPFRE surpasses 50 entries
14 nationalities on the entry list
Four months ahead of its 43rd edition, which will also host the ORC European Championship, the Copa del Rey MAPFRE already boasts 55 boats from 14 nationalities on its entry list.
by Copa del Rey MAPFRE
Posted 1 Apr 12:52 BST
Erica Lush completes Solo Guy Cotten race
Erica Lush completes Solo Guy Cotten race
American sailor passes first qualifier for Solitaire du Figaro
Rhode Island sailor Erica Lush completed her first qualifying race for the Solitaire du Figaro this week after competing in the Solo Guy Cotten Regatta. Lush completed the regatta's offshore course with a time of one day 22 hours.
by Mark LeBeau
Posted 1 Apr 09:11 BST
National 12 class innovation in 2025
National 12 class innovation in 2025
2 more series races to be built into the program for Burton Week
The National 12 class continues to innovate and grasp the challenges of the day. This is the mentality the class was founded on and this year, the class' 89th year.
by George Finch
Posted 1 Apr 07:20 BST
Ground Breaking New RS100 Start Procedure
Ground Breaking New RS100 Start Procedure
Adopting downwind gate starts for this year's nationals
The RS100 is a revolutionary boat that enjoys sparkling performance downwind. Like many assymetrics, the exhilaration of sailing downwind is tempered by the beat back to the windward mark.
by RS100 Class Association
Posted 1 Apr 07:00 BST
Registration open for the BVI Sailing Festival
Registration open for the BVI Sailing Festival
Event host Nanny Cay and the BVISR Regatta Team are welcoming crews from 15 countries
Event host Nanny Cay and the BVISR Regatta Team are welcoming crews from 15 countries, as well as local sailors from the BVI and other Caribbean islands, who are all looking forward to racing and having fun in the spectacular British Virgin Islands.
by BVI Spring Regatta
Posted 31 Mar 23:30 BST
Vaikobi Launches New Board Short Collection
Vaikobi, a leader in high-performance ocean sports apparel, is proud to introduce its latest collection of men's boardshorts: the Newport Boardies and Paddle Boardies. Designed for comfort, sports versatility and hydrodynamic efficiency.
The Proving Ground
The end of an Olympic quadrennial cycle often brings sailing campaigns to an end. Some partnerships in doublehanded classes split, with helm and crew going their separate ways, while others use the time to reflect on their future.
Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 4
Coming as it does as the first major all-classes regatta after the Paris 2024 Olympics, the huge 54 Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels sailing regatta represents the perfect opportunity to rebuild dented confidence.
The most important job in sailing
I am putting forward that falls to Nick Scott and his team. Namely to secure its competitive future by addressing challenges and delivering radical change while bringing people on that journey with him.
Hyde Sails teams up with Conrad Humphreys
Hyde Sails, in partnership with renowned offshore sailor Conrad Humphreys and leading sailcloth manufacturer Dimension-Polyant, is proud to announce a brand new partnership.
Revealing the Secrets of the 'Impossible' XR 41
The XR 41 from X-Yachts was quite a departure from what they'd been doing for the last 15 years: concentrating on high-end Performance Racing Cruisers. This is an out and out race yacht, but it's also a sporty cruiser, thanks to its modular interior.
Performance Meets Comfort
Engineered for performance, the Dynamic Dri Fast T-Shirts feature HeiQ Mint anti-odour technology, mechanical stretch, and UPF 50 protection, all while offering moisture-wicking panels and a recycled fabric design for the ultimate in comfort.
Going to publish the 'F' word – Again!
Now we published the first one back in June last year. It did really well, thank you. Very much appreciated. Clearly, there are lots of young sailors out there looking to add a load of fun to their sailing, and are keen to get into the foiling world.
Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 3
With classes moving into the Gold fleet phase today at the 54 Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels on Mallorca's Bay of Palma so the intensity stepped up and consistency became most important.
RYA influences MCA's changes to regulations
The RYA have been working closely with the the government to make sure that new regulations for leisure vessels are not too restrictive. It seems that any group which operates a "coded" vessel should be thankful.
Ancasta Spring Boat Show opens next week
Join us at our Hamble office in Port Hamble, near Southampton to step aboard a variety of Motor Yachts, Sailing Yachts, Sailing Multihulls and Performance RIBs - all in one location.
No more excuses
I was wondering if things were going to slow down in sailing after the huge events of 2024, namely the Olympics, America's Cup and Vendée Globe but, if anything, they've speeded up.
Nautically inspired jewellery from Angela Lago
There's something we all seem to share as true lovers of the sea—especially those of us drawn to the nautical world. It's a deep connection with authenticity, nature, and the undeniable pull of freedom.
The oldest video footage of sailing in Ireland
As we prepare for St Patrick's Day tomorrow, let us direct our exploration of the video archive towards anything Irish. We have discovered several videos from Ireland, starting as early as the 1920s!
Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by FERGUS day 2
An afternoon of warm sunshine with 10-12k knots of thermal wind saw all seven course areas operating in champagne conditions, a reminder there is no better place in the world for early season Olympic racing on this scale.
Two boats. Same Direction.
You know the deal… It means there's a race on. So, the second South Pacific Superyacht Rendezvous is set for August 26 to 29, 2025. If it is even half as much fun and interesting as the first one, then it will bolster its burgeoning reputation.