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Southern Spars and the new era of Grand Prix racing yachts

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:20:00 GMT

Southern Spars is leading the way with design, technology and manufacturing of composite spars and rigging.

The General' outflanks the fleet and wins the War in the West

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:24:00 GMT

A 11m Bakewell-White design stunned the fleet led around the first two rounding mark in the Fremantle to Bali Race.

Tahiti Pearl Regatta - Night time Soirees and action packed racing

Tue, 21 May 2013 23:37:00 GMT

Tahiti Pearl Regatta X Edition day two - The promise of an early start saw competitors make their way back to the yachts

Finn World Masters - German sailor claims narrow lead

Tue, 21 May 2013 20:51:00 GMT

With little respite in the weather, the Finn World Masters fleet completed two more great races in moderate, cold winds.

Delta Lloyd Regatta - Intense first day on the water + Video

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:46:00 GMT

On the first day of the 2013 Delta Lloyd Regatta, the sailors put on all the warmest gear to start the first races.

Mauritius Regatta - Fierce battle in the Northern Islands

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:22:00 GMT

On day three of the Mauritius Regatta, the Northern Islands of Mauritius were the background to a fierce battle!

Musto Vice Admiral's Cup - Victory for the British Keelboat Academy

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:11:00 GMT

In the 2013 Musto Vice Admiral's Cup, British Keelboat Academy sailors made the most of some mixed conditions.

Instructional video on the BIC Techno 293

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:41:00 GMT

Many kids around the world join the biggest windsurfing class every day, but not all of them have an experienced coach.

Finn World Masters images with reverse mounted Go-Pro camera

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:31:00 GMT

We placed a Go-Pro camera in a stern mount on back of a Finn and it set to snap time lapse images every three seconds.

RYA seeks to broaden NHC appeal

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:29:00 GMT

Since its launch at the beginning of March 2013, the RYA's new NHC has gone from strength to strength.

Match Race Germany - Team GAC Pindar claims first win of 2013 Tour

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:21:00 GMT

At Match Race Germany, reigning Match Racing World Champion Ian Williams has secured victory.

Warsash Spring Series prizegiving

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:11:00 GMT

Warsash SC was packed on 17th May for the prize giving at the end of the thirtieth year of this premier racing event.

Mauritius Regatta - Micheal Desjoyeaux`s advantage

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:34:00 GMT

The Mauritius Regatta fleet left the moorings in Benitier at 10am this morning to go to Mont Choisy.

2013 Finn World Masters - Fantastic racing on opening day

Tue, 21 May 2013 03:08:00 GMT

The 2013 Finn World Masters opening day got underway on Monday in La Rochelle, France.

Delta Lloyd North Sea Regatta - Weather halts action in Scheveningen

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:57:00 GMT

The final day of the Delta Lloyd North Sea Regatta 2013 showed a repeat of last year.

Delta Lloyd Regatta - New challenges for event's 29th edition

Mon, 20 May 2013 19:40:00 GMT

The Delta Lloyd Regatta has taken on the challenge to bring the event to a new dimension.

RYA Spring Series - Champions crowned at Hayling Island

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:03:00 GMT

The 2013 RYA Olympic Classes Spring Series winners were crowned this weekend following the final of three events.

Sailors gather in Plymouth ahead of the Ostar Transatlantic Race

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:58:00 GMT

OSTAR sailing race will leave Plymouth bound for Newport, Rhode Island a week from today.

AWMRT Match Race Germany - Williams and crew emerge victorious

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:42:00 GMT

At Match Race Germany, Lake Constance left it right until the last moment to get uncooperative.

Tahiti Pearl Regatta - Record fleet assembles in Uteroa

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:27:00 GMT

A record fleet of 54 yachts will assemble in Uteroa for the tenth edition of the famous Tahiti Pearl Regatta.

52 Super Series action on the way with the Trofeo Conde de Godo

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:20:00 GMT

The Trofeo Conde de Godo, third event on the 2013 52 Super Series calendar, is coming up 23-26 May.

Clipper Round the World Race - Kristie Reid takes on race of her life

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:56:00 GMT

Twenty year old Kristie Reid from Aberdeen has been chosen for the first leg of the Clipper Round the World Race 2013-14

Lowestoft Grand Prix coming to Oulton Broad

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:49:00 GMT

This bank holiday weekend (26/27 May) will see Oulton Broad a buzzing hive of activity with the Lowestoft Grand Prix.

Swan European Regatta action begins July 13th

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:46:00 GMT

Swan owners from Northern Europe are planning to gather in Cowes (UK) for the bi-annual Gazprom Swan European Regatta.

Thousands take to the water with RYA Push the Boat Out + Video

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:25:00 GMT

A great many people of all ages and abilities took to the water and experienced sailing this weekend (18-19 May).

Round the island race - Wood donations arrive in thousands

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:16:00 GMT

The J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island gets underway on 1st June 2013

North Sails to provide one-design sails for VOR Teams in 2014-15 Race

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:16:00 GMT

North Sails have been selected to provide one design sails for the 2014/15 Volvo Ocean Race

Delta Lloyd North Sea Regatta - An exciting fight at the top

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:35:00 GMT

The third day of the Delta Lloyd North Sea Regatta showed in some classes an exciting fight at the top.

Finn World Masters - Record opening in La Rochelle

Sun, 19 May 2013 20:05:00 GMT

The 2013 Finn World Masters has been officially opened at the Societe des Regates Rochelaises (SRR) in La Rochelle.

Melges 20 Audi Sailing Series - Victory for Mascalzone Latino Jr.

Sun, 19 May 2013 19:40:00 GMT

At the Porto Ercole edition of the Audi Melges 20 Sailing Series, congratulations are in order for Mascalzone Latino Jr.

AWMRT Match Race Germany - Mixed bag on Lake Constance + Video

Sun, 19 May 2013 19:16:00 GMT

Light, strong, shifty, stable winds, rain and shine is what Lake Constance threw up to test the skippers.

Korea Cup Int'l Yacht Race - Korean Team claims line honours + Video

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:15:00 GMT

The first offshore leg of the Korea Cup International Yacht Race commenced on Saturday 18 May from the city of Uljin.

Women's Int'l Match Racing Series - Macgregor claims St Quay victory

Sun, 19 May 2013 17:48:00 GMT

In the Women's Int'l Series in Saint Quay, former Olympian Lucy Macgregor and crew emerged victorious.

Musto Vice Admiral's Cup - Down to the wire on final day

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:57:00 GMT

Conditions on the final day of the 2013 Musto Vice Admiral's Cup might best be described as 'Good weather for ducks'.

Harken Saturday Series - Sunshine and light breeze for the start

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:44:00 GMT

Royal Southern YC's innovative short course racing season commenced on Saturday in sunshine and a light breeze.

Mauritius regatta off to a flying start

Sun, 19 May 2013 13:25:00 GMT

Mauritius will host some of the biggest names in sailing for the opening edition of the Mauritius Regatta.

Melges 20 Audi Sailing Series - No action on Saturday

Sun, 19 May 2013 07:51:00 GMT

At the Melges 20 Audi Sailing Series in Porto Ercole, big breeze resulted in no racing on Saturday.

Delta Lloyd North Sea Regatta - Great conditions, full action on day 2

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:58:00 GMT

Day two of the 2013 Delta Lloyd North Sea Regatta was marked by nice sailing conditions

Musto Vice Admiral's Cup - A most welcome late appearance on day 2

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:48:00 GMT

The second day of racing at the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club's Musto Vice Admiral's Cup brought mixed weather conditions.

Virtual ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships begin May 20th

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:02:00 GMT

For a second year running, SailX.com will be running the 'Virtual ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships'.

Women's Int'l Match Racing Series - No Saturday surprises in St. Quay

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:39:00 GMT

At the Women's International Match Racing Series in Saint Quay, there were no Saturday surprises.

AWMRT Match Race Germany: Qualifying complete, Quarter Finals underway

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:09:00 GMT

'It's not normally like this' - is a phrase regularly heard in sailing circles in reference to 'unusual weather'.

TPR 10th Edition images by Morgan Rogers

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:39:00 GMT

TPR 10th Edition images by Morgan Rogers.

Delta Lloyd North Sea Regatta - Autumn like conditions for the start

Sat, 18 May 2013 02:14:00 GMT

The multiclass 2013 Delta Lloyd North Sea Regatta in The Hague/Netherlands commenced with autumn like conditions.

Tahiti Pearl Regatta - Opening events and race 1 (NPS)

Sat, 18 May 2013 01:55:00 GMT

In Raiatea, the township came alive to Aussie accents as for the first time the Sea Princess out of Sydney moored

Will the Oysters take the Peal in 2013?

Sat, 18 May 2013 01:43:00 GMT

Forget July's Audi Sydney Gold Coast Race and freezing yachting conditions as the temperature plummets in Australia.

Laser Lawsuit - Kirby's dramatic move

Sat, 18 May 2013 01:27:00 GMT

Kirby Inc. increases pressure on LP, ISAF and the ILCA when they asked Court to issue a prejudgment remedy against LP.

Gov Cup chooses six international teams for the 47th Regatta

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:49:00 GMT

The 47th Annual Governor's Cup International Junior Match Race Championship has completed the team selections.

Musto Vice Admiral's Cup - Action aplenty on day 1

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:26:00 GMT

The 2013 Musto Vice Admiral's Cup, hosted by the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club, is now underway.

Korea International Yacht Race - Sixth edition now underway + Video

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:02:00 GMT

The sixth edition of the Korea Cup International Yacht Race is now underway off the eastern coastline of Korea.

Women's Int'l Match Racing Series - Macgregor remains on top

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:08:00 GMT

At the Women's Int'l Match Racing Series in Saint Quay-Portrieux, France, Lucy Macgregor won all her matches but two.

Optimist Inland Championships this weekend

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:55:00 GMT

The next generation of Britain's sailors are preparing to compete at the Volvo Gill Optimist Inland Championships.

AWMRT Match Race Germany - Close competition on day 2 + Video

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:41:00 GMT

On the second day of Match Race Germany, Lake Constance remained well behaved.

Melges 20 Audi Sailing Series - Act 2 set for Porto Ercole

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:25:00 GMT

A fleet of 29 Audi Melges 20 teams are expected to take to the waters of Porto Ercole, Italy on Saturday, May 18.

Argo Group Gold Cup - Top talent to battle in Bermuda

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:51:00 GMT

Organizers of the Argo Group Gold Cup can say that the regular schedule of tour events will conclude with a top slate.

Multiple classes to descend on WPNSA for National Championships

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:19:00 GMT

The Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) is anticipating welcoming a number of sailing enthusiasts.

Meet Ireland's Annalise Murphy, 4th at London 2012

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:08:00 GMT

Meet Ireland's Annalise Murphy video interview

Rolex Volcano Race action on the way

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:50:00 GMT

2013 Rolex Capri Sailing Week Volcano Race final preparations are underway for tomorrow's race.

RYA Push the Boat Out fast approaching

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:08:00 GMT

RYA Push the Boat Out, will see the nation taking to the water this weekend.

RYA is reminding everyone of the need to wear kill cords

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:55:00 GMT

Marine Accident Investigation Branch and the RYA are reminding everyone driving powerboats and RIBs to wear a kill cord.

Women's Int'l Match Racing Series - Flying start for Lucy Macgregor

Thu, 16 May 2013 22:02:00 GMT

The inaugural Women's International Match Racing Series got underway today with the first event in St Quay-Portrieux.

Francis Joyon's legendary quest on hold in New York

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:32:00 GMT

On a legendary record quest, Francis Joyon is at North Cove Marina in New York taking care of his maxi trimaran IDEC.

Cowes Week - The Solent Sunbeams at 90

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:11:00 GMT

The Solent Sunbeams are steady visitors to Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week.

Weston 14 Open - Fleet braves blustery conditions

Thu, 16 May 2013 20:04:00 GMT

A fleet of six boats braved the very blustery conditions to attend the Weston 14 Open.

AWMRT Match Race Germany - Lengthy day on Lake Constance

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:37:00 GMT

The start of Match Race Germany was marked by a lengthy day of Lake Constance.

Antigua Sailing Week - Nonsuch Bay RS Elite Challenge at Pigeon Beach

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:23:00 GMT

A highlight of Antigua Sailing Week this year was the Nonsuch Bay RS Elite Challenge which took place on Lay Day.

RYA Olympic Classes Spring Series crown to be decided at HISC

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:23:00 GMT

The last event of the 2013 RYA Olympic Classes Spring Series is set to take commence this coming weekend (18-19 May).

Delta Lloyd Regatta enters new era and title sponsor extension

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:14:00 GMT

The 2013 Delta Lloyd Regatta set to be staged in Medemblik from the 21-25 May.

RS100 Open Paington SC

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:05:00 GMT

>The Bolle sponsored RS 100 circuit arrived at Paington SC for the annual POSH (Paignton Open for Single Handers).

Extreme Sailing Series - Of SpeedDreams and Tilt-ing things

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:01:00 GMT

The next two Acts of the Extreme Sailing Series are to be staged in Istanbul (20-23 June) and Porto (25-28 July) .

AWMRT Match Race Germany - Ian Williams fights to retain title

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:01:00 GMT

Ian Williams fights to retain his title to secure an unprecedented fifth World crown as the AWMRT season gets underway.

Caterham Challenge - A powerful new force

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:40:00 GMT

Engineering and design geniuses to become an entrant in next year's Global Ocean Race.

Combined Access Class European Championship final day

Thu, 16 May 2013 03:15:00 GMT

The Combined Access Class European Championships, held from from seventh to 12th May, have just concluded in Switzerland

AWMRT Match Race Germany sets sail tomorrow

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:15:00 GMT

Alpari World Match Racing Tour's Match Race Germany commences tomorrow with 12 teams competing on Lake Constance.

Women's Match Racing action kicks off in Saint Quay-Portrieux

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:42:00 GMT

The inaugural Women's International Match Racing Series season commences tomorrow with an international mix.

ORC World Championships - Ancona competitor list published

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:16:00 GMT

Organizers for the 2013 Adria Ferries ORC International World Championship have published the list of entries.

President's Report on the ISAF Mid-Year Meeting in Copenhagen

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:03:00 GMT

ISAF President Carlo Croce reports on the 2013 ISAF Mid-Year Meeting that took place in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Giraglia Rolex Cup - Timeless classic returns this June

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:37:00 GMT

The Giraglia Rolex Cup, a competition that has run annually since 1953, returns from 14-22 June 2013.