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The Enduring Allure of Teak and Tradition: Why Classic Yachts Still Captivate

In an era of hyper-foiling and digital dashboards, the timeless elegance of classic yachts continues to cast a powerful spell over discerning sailors.

3h ago

The Enduring Allure of Teak and Tradition: Why Classic Yachts Still Capture Our Souls

In an era dominated by foiling rockets and carbon fiber, the timeless elegance and rich heritage of classic yachts continue to exert an irresistible pull on discerning sailors.

3h ago

Kiwi Reconnaissance: ETNZ's AC75 'Te Rehutai' Puts Foiling Through Its Paces in Barcelona

Emirates Team New Zealand continues its rigorous testing program in Barcelona, offering a tantalizing glimpse into their America's Cup preparations.

20h ago

Kiwi Reconnaissance: ETNZ's AC75 Foiling Prowess Under Scrutiny

Emirates Team New Zealand continues to refine their AC75 platform, offering tantalizing glimpses into their development ahead of the next America's Cup cycle.

20h ago

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AC38: Cagliari Kicks Off the Foiling Frenzy

The 38th America's Cup cycle officially begins in Sardinia, promising an early glimpse into the future of high-performance sailing.

1d ago2

WASZP Warriors Push the Envelope: The Thrilling Pursuit of Foiling Speed

In a class where velocity reigns supreme, young talent is redefining the boundaries of what's possible on an 11-foot hydrofoil.

1d ago1

Ullswater's Foiling Future: Musto Skiff Class Sets Sail for 2026 Excellence

The UK Musto Skiff Class Association, backed by Noble Marine Insurance, is charting a course for unparalleled sailor development, setting a new standard for grassroots competitive sailing.

1d ago

WASZP Warriors Push the Envelope: 31 Knots and Counting

The accessible foiling dinghy class continues to redefine speed, with a young Brit setting a blistering new benchmark.

1d ago1

Beyond the Carbon Fiber: What Truly Fuels Sailing's Future?

As the sport grapples with attracting new blood, the conversation often veers to gear, but perhaps the answer lies in something far more fundamental than a new foil design.

1d ago

J-Class Giants Set to Clash in Palma: A Return to Classic Yachting Grandeur

The iconic J-Class yachts Svea and Rainbow will rekindle a timeless rivalry at the Superyacht Cup Palma, offering a majestic counterpoint to the foiling revolution.

1d ago1

Beyond the Carbon Fiber: Cultivating the Next Generation of Sailors

While the industry obsesses over incremental gains in boat speed, the true engine of sailing's future lies in fostering vibrant, inclusive communities.

1d ago1

Maxi Yachts: A Legacy Reimagined, Not Replaced

From IOR giants to modern marvels, the International Maxi Association charts a course through evolving design and a new era of competitive sailing.

2d ago

The Maxi Yacht Renaissance: Beyond IOR Ghosts and Into the Foiling Frontier

The International Maxi Association, once a bastion of displacement giants, now navigates a brave new world of speed, technology, and evolving design.

2d ago

Osprey Class Kicks Off Season: Tata Steel Hosts Welsh & Midlands Trophy

The venerable Osprey dinghy class launched its 2024 campaign with a spirited showing at Tata Steel Sailing Club, setting the tone for a season of competitive one-design racing.

2d ago

From Foiling AC75s to Autonomous ASW: American Magic's Defense Dive

The cutting edge of competitive sailing technology finds a new, critical application in maritime defense, as American Magic lends its expertise to Saildrone's formidable Spectre platform.

2d ago1

Foiling Week 2026: The Crucible Where Innovation Takes Flight

Entries are now open for the preeminent gathering of foiling's brightest minds and fastest machines, solidifying its role as the industry's intellectual and technological nexus.

3d ago1

From AC75s to DF95s: The Unsung Brilliance of Remote-Controlled Racing

While the world watches foiling giants, a vibrant, accessible, and surprisingly tactical segment of sailing thrives in miniature.

3d ago

From Foiling AC75s to Fleet Defense: American Magic's Stealthy New Frontier

The cutting edge of competitive sailing technology finds a new, critical application in maritime defense, as American Magic Services partners with Saildrone on a revolutionary unmanned platform.

3d ago1

Foiling Week 2026: The Crucible Where Speed Meets Innovation

The premier gathering for the foiling fraternity opens its doors for entries, promising another deep dive into the technology propelling sailing's fastest craft.

3d ago1

From AC75s to DF95s: The Unsung Brilliance of Remote-Controlled Racing

While the world watches foiling behemoths, a vibrant, accessible, and surprisingly tactical segment of sailing is quietly thriving, offering a pure distillation of the sport.

3d ago1

Foiling Week 2026: The Crucible Where Innovation Takes Flight

Entries are now open for the preeminent gathering of foiling's brightest minds and fastest machines, solidifying its status as the industry's intellectual and technological nexus.

3d ago1

From AC75 to DF95: The Unsung Training Ground for Sailing's Elite

While the world's eyes are on foiling behemoths, a quiet revolution in radio-controlled sailing is honing the skills of champions and engaging a new generation.

3d ago1

From AC75s to DF95s: The Unsung Brilliance of Remote Control Sailing

In an era of multi-million dollar campaigns and cutting-edge hydrofoils, the humble radio-controlled sailboat offers a surprisingly potent dose of competitive sailing's core appeal.

3d ago2

From Biscayne Bay to the Olympic Stage: Sarah Newberry Moore's Uncharted Waters

Fourth-generation Miamian and Olympian Sarah Newberry Moore offers an intimate look at her audacious LA28 campaign, balancing high-performance foiling with the demanding realities of motherhood.

6d ago3

Palanad 4: The Scow-Bow's Offshore Reckoning

A radical 50-footer challenges IRC orthodoxy, pushing the boundaries of offshore racing design with a blunt-nosed revolution.

6d ago2

Beyond the Berths: Why Marinas are the Unsung Heroes of Competitive Sailing

While the roar of the crowd and the flash of carbon fiber dominate the headlines, the humble marina forms the bedrock of our sport, a critical, often overlooked, pillar of the global sailing ecosystem.

6d ago3

UnMoored: Sarah Newberry Moore's Olympic Quest, Foiling, and Family

Fourth-generation Miamian Sarah Newberry Moore offers an intimate look at her audacious journey to LA28, balancing Olympic aspirations in the Nacra 17 with the demands of motherhood.

6d ago2

The Scow's Bold Return: Palanad 4 Redefines Offshore 50-Footers

With its radical blunt bow, the Mach 50 Palanad 4 is challenging conventional IRC wisdom and signaling a potential paradigm shift in offshore racing design.

6d ago3

UnMoored: Sarah Newberry Moore Charts a Course for LA28, Foiling and Family

Olympic hopeful Sarah Newberry Moore offers an intimate look at the demanding dual campaign of elite foiling and motherhood, set against the backdrop of the LA 2028 Games.

6d ago2

The Scow's New Frontier: Palanad 4 Redefines Offshore 50-Footers

A radical Mach 50 design challenges conventional IRC wisdom, ushering in a new era of blunt-nosed power for the grand prix offshore circuit.

6d ago

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Boat Technology

The Enduring Allure of Teak and Tradition: Why Classic Yachts Still Captivate

The Enduring Allure of Teak and Tradition: Why Classic Yachts Still Capture Our Souls

Kiwi Reconnaissance: ETNZ's AC75 'Te Rehutai' Puts Foiling Through Its Paces in Barcelona

Kiwi Reconnaissance: ETNZ's AC75 Foiling Prowess Under Scrutiny

Latest Stories

AC38: Cagliari Kicks Off the Foiling Frenzy

WASZP Warriors Push the Envelope: The Thrilling Pursuit of Foiling Speed

Ullswater's Foiling Future: Musto Skiff Class Sets Sail for 2026 Excellence

WASZP Warriors Push the Envelope: 31 Knots and Counting

Beyond the Carbon Fiber: What Truly Fuels Sailing's Future?

J-Class Giants Set to Clash in Palma: A Return to Classic Yachting Grandeur

Beyond the Carbon Fiber: Cultivating the Next Generation of Sailors

Maxi Yachts: A Legacy Reimagined, Not Replaced

The Maxi Yacht Renaissance: Beyond IOR Ghosts and Into the Foiling Frontier

Osprey Class Kicks Off Season: Tata Steel Hosts Welsh & Midlands Trophy

From Foiling AC75s to Autonomous ASW: American Magic's Defense Dive

Foiling Week 2026: The Crucible Where Innovation Takes Flight

From AC75s to DF95s: The Unsung Brilliance of Remote-Controlled Racing

From Foiling AC75s to Fleet Defense: American Magic's Stealthy New Frontier

Foiling Week 2026: The Crucible Where Speed Meets Innovation

From AC75s to DF95s: The Unsung Brilliance of Remote-Controlled Racing

Foiling Week 2026: The Crucible Where Innovation Takes Flight

From AC75 to DF95: The Unsung Training Ground for Sailing's Elite

From AC75s to DF95s: The Unsung Brilliance of Remote Control Sailing

From Biscayne Bay to the Olympic Stage: Sarah Newberry Moore's Uncharted Waters

Palanad 4: The Scow-Bow's Offshore Reckoning

Beyond the Berths: Why Marinas are the Unsung Heroes of Competitive Sailing

UnMoored: Sarah Newberry Moore's Olympic Quest, Foiling, and Family

The Scow's Bold Return: Palanad 4 Redefines Offshore 50-Footers

UnMoored: Sarah Newberry Moore Charts a Course for LA28, Foiling and Family

The Scow's New Frontier: Palanad 4 Redefines Offshore 50-Footers

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