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Entries open for 2021 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race
Excitement is building for the return of the historic Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, with entries now open for the 77th edition of ocean racing’s ‘Everest’.
The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA)...
John Winning, One of ‘The Big Three’
There have been many champion competitors, builders, designers and administrators involved with the 129-year-old sport of 18 footers racing, but three men with the foresight, positive thinking and financial wisdom to...
Entries open for Audi Centre Sydney Blue Water Pointscore
The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia is now welcoming entries for the 2021/22 Audi Centre Sydney Blue Water Pointscore.
After a disrupted calendar in 2020/21, a full schedule is planned for the...
Record Tumbles as Cool Cats and Tris Join in for Airlie Beach Race Week
With entries not due to close until Monday 2 August, Airlie Beach Race Week has already reached an unprecedented high of 139 boats, outstripping the event’s record of 133 in 2016...
Sail Racing News: 9th Jun
Hello sailors,I was excited to hear that the first all-female double-handed entry has been made for the 2021 Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. The inaugural two-handed division entries were supposed to race in...
First All-Female Double-Handed Sailing Team Ready to Take on the 2021 Sydney Hobart Yacht...
Two Sydney women are out to break records as they set sail in the notoriously challenging Sydney Hobart Yacht Race as the first ever all-female double-handed entry.
The average team competing in...
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Yacht Racing
Why a Crew Debrief Should be Part of Your Post-Race Program
Your post-race debrief is a useful tool to help continually improve your race performance.
This should be a regular part of your post-race activities. Just like de-rigging and cleaning up the yacht...
The Perfect Pre-race Brief
Your pre-race brief will ensure crew are informed and ready for the race.
A good time to do this is before leaving the dock or as you’re motoring out to the start...
Learn to Sail
Infographic: Sailing in Windy Conditions
Sailing in windy conditions can pose a big challenge for skippers and crew, especially if you're not prepared.
To help you plan for a windy day and feel confident while out on...
Infographic: Tips for Managing Sea Sickness
Don't let seasickness get you down, or worse, keep you off the water altogether. With these tips you can keep seasickness at bay and enjoy your sailing.
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Safety on Water
Infographic: Sailing in Windy Conditions
Sailing in windy conditions can pose a big challenge for skippers and crew, especially if you're not prepared.
To help you plan for a windy day and feel confident while out on...
Infographic: Tips for Managing Sea Sickness
Don't let seasickness get you down, or worse, keep you off the water altogether. With these tips you can keep seasickness at bay and enjoy your sailing.
Want to read more about...
Sailing News
SailGP Achieves Triple-gold Recognition in the United Nations Climate Neutral Now Initiative
SailGP – the sport’s pinnacle league featuring the most competitive racing on-water – is the first...
New Documentary Series: The Sailing Squad
The new documentary series 'The Sailing Squad' brings together some of the world's most talented...
Fairytale Victory for Japan at Italy Sail Grand Prix in Taranto
SailGP fans were out in full force – with sellout crowds on-shore and nearly one...
United States and Japan Dominate Opening Day of Italy Sail Grand Prix in Taranto
Hundreds of on-water spectators and a packed shoreline witnessed the return of Jimmy Spithill’s United...
Emirates Team New Zealand to Drive Initiative in Marine Industry with Hydrogen Innovation
Emirates Team New Zealand have committed to drive Hydrogen innovation in the marine industry by...
