Every year brims with thrilling sailing competitions that captivate fans worldwide. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a landlubber fascinated by the sport, these events provide excitement and inspiration. Here’s a detailed look at some must-watch sailing competitions, complete with dates and highlights. Cowes Week: 27th July – 2nd August Held annually since 1826, Cowes […]
The 2022 Golden Globe Race got underway on Sunday 4th September. This solo, non-stop circumnavigation of the globe will see skippers spending 9 months in total isolation on their 32-36ft yachts. Like the original Sunday Times event, the 2022 Golden Globe Race is very simple, with retro 1960’s rules and conditions of entry. The idea […]
With better weather and calmer waters on the horizon, we’ll soon be in the full swing of racing season. Whether you’re a complete beginner, or if you’re looking forward to getting back into racing mode but would like to improve your skills, we’ve put together some great resources to help you build your knowledge and […]
Offshore sailing is a great sport, but if you’re new to it, it can be quite daunting thinking about what gear and gadgets are best to choose. What to really invest in and bring with you can be a tough decision! You don’t need to go out and spend a fortune on everything, always see […]
Expect human emotion running high, state-of-the-art technology and incredible drama as elite athletes fly cutting-edge wingsailed catamarans in thrilling close-to-shore races. SailGP is an internationally acclaimed yacht racing league for professional teams racing equalised ultra-high-performance 50-foot catamarans. It is adrenaline-fuelled racing……eight teams, eight events all in equal boats – the teams go head-to-head in iconic […]
If you’re thinking about getting into racing, but don’t know where to start, we’ve put together five of our top tips to get you to the starting line… 1) Learn the rules Be sure to get at least a basic understanding of the rules of racing to help you feel more confident out on […]
