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(Seattle, WA)- 2024 was a year for the record books in the offshore Pacific Northwest sailing community! It seems like fewer races were called off for a lack of wind than any in recent memory, and a couple of races gave everyone an unforgettable extra helping of breeze (and the…

(Seattle, WA)- The Pacific Northwest is feverishly preparing for the first of the dozens of events they enjoy every sailing season from March to October. They're a hardy bunch up there on Puget Sound and the Straits of Juan de Fuca, nothing seems to faze the sailors, whether it's "shirts…

26 February 2025 The post Leopard 3: fierce battles for the Farr 100 from Monaco first appeared on Yacht Club de Monaco….

As winter sailing events continue across the USA and beyond, the competition has been fierce, and the racing conditions are as exciting as ever.  From the sun-soaked waters of Florida and California to the historic sailing hub of Marblehead, sailors are making waves in thrilling regattas and gearing up for…

23 February 2025 The post Good performances from YCM’s young sailors first appeared on Yacht Club de Monaco….

23 February 2025 The post Head down! first appeared on Yacht Club de Monaco….

From SAIL Magazine- Lydia Mullan- Managing Editor at SAIL magazine During the Newport Bermuda Race this year, the J/122 ALLIANCE struck a submerged object in the Gulf Stream in the middle of the night, suffering damage that caused her to sink (see “A Eulogy for Alliance,” October 2024). Fellow racers…

(San Diego, CA)- The debate rages on. A discussion about a simple idea to make J/70s easier to sail takes place below in two articles from the Scuttlebutt newsletter. Losing Sight of the Magic Formulahttps://www.sailingscuttlebutt.com/2025/02/11/losing-sight-of-the-magic-formula/ Scuttlebutt Editor/ Publisher Craig Leweck took on this simple question posed to him by several…

(Rye, New York)- American YC is excited to announce that registration for the 46th American YC Spring Regatta is now open! The club is building upon the success of the past two years with three days of fantastic racing planned, along with our not-to-be-missed shoreside parties! The Spring Regatta will…

21 February 2025. The post Leopard 3 in action during the RORC Nelson’s Cup Series 2025 first appeared on Yacht Club de Monaco….

21 February 2025 The post Promising results for Leopard 3 before the Caribbean 600 first appeared on Yacht Club de Monaco….

(English Harbour, Antigua)- The 16th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 will start on Monday 24th February, 2025. Starting and finishing in Antigua, the classic Royal Ocean Racing Club's non-stop 600.0nm race goes around eleven spectacular, picturesque Caribbean islands. The race sends the teams around a mostly reaching course using…

(Marina del Rey, CA)- The annual "mega-regatta" hosted by over a dozen sailing and yacht clubs across southern California- the Southern California Yachting Association Midwinters- took place last weekend for many keelboat classes. California YC in Marina del Rey hosted the J/70 fleet. The eight-boat J/70 class saw very spirited…

(St Petersburg, FL)- This year's 2025 SAILING WORLD Regatta was sailed on Tampa Bay and was hosted by the award-winning St. Petersburg Yacht Club race team. As they always do, the StPYC volunteers laid out the red carpet for the large fleet of sailors, the J/70 teams loving every bit…

(Marblehead, MA)- Eastern Yacht Club is proudly hosting the 2025 J/70 Corinthian World Championship from September 22-27, 2025. This globally recognized event will showcase the skills and sportsmanship of many of the world’s top Corinthian J/70 sailors in one of the quintessential sailing towns on the east coast of the…

16 February 2025 The post First stage first win for Nico Poons first appeared on Yacht Club de Monaco….

(Nieuwpoort, Belgium)- As the principal sponsor of the J/80 World Championship in Nieuwpoort, CFP Green Buildings is committed to making the beautiful and sustainable sport of sailing more accessible to everyone. In addition to supporting the event itself, they are introducing a special fund, giving youth teams (three crew members…

(St Petersburg, FL)- The Helly Hansen St. Petersburg Sailing World Regatta will be taking place this coming weekend on sunny Tampa Bay! The host St. Petersburg Yacht Club is rolling out the red carpet for all and hopes there's some fun to be had on the water during race days!…

(Monte Carlo, Monaco)- Last weekend, the J/70 Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series lived up to its reputation as the essential winter event organized by the Yacht Club de Monaco. The fleet enjoyed three days of intense races, hard-fought duels, and twists and turns at every mark ensuring a spectacular show. With…

As we dive deeper into the sailing season, more exciting regattas and global celebrations are on the horizon. As the winter chill lingers in some parts of the world, the sailing community is heating up with an action-packed schedule of regattas, championships, and special events. From the sun-soaked waters of Florida…

  Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series – Act III 6-9 February 2025   Sunday, 9 February 2025. Act III of the […] The post A 100% Monaco Podium first appeared on Yacht Club de Monaco….

(Nieuwpoort, Belgium)- The J/80 World Championships 2025 are coming to the vibrant coastal city of Nieuwpoort from July 5th to 11th and registrations are officially open. This promises to be a world-class event packed with thrilling competition, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments on and off the water. The Royal Yacht Club…

(St Petersburg, FL)- The Helly Hansen St. Petersburg Sailing World Regatta will be taking place this coming weekend on sunny Tampa Bay! The host St. Petersburg Yacht Club is looking to roll out the red carpet for all and hope there is always fun to be had on race day!…

(San Francisco, CA)– This summer marks the 25th anniversary of Summer Sailstice, the global celebration of sailing, set to take place on June 21-22, 2025. Founded in 2001 by John Arndt, Summer Sailstice unites sailors from around the world to share the experience of sailing, connect all sailors, and promote…

(Marion, MA)- The Marion Bermuda Race prides itself of staying abreast of offshore racing, making changes to enhance the experience for all competitors… 2025 is no different. Starting on June 20th, 2025 in Marion, MA, the race has expanded to add a PHRF division so now there is a choice…