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    Whether you sail a sabot or a superyacht, Sails has them covered.

    Racing

    All the racing and regatta news, results and reports from across the sailing spectrum.

    • America's Cup12 Oct, 2024

      Match up

      Peter Burling and Nathan Outteridge faced off against Sir Ben Ainslie and Dylan Fletcher in a media...

    • America's Cup09 Oct, 2024

      Aussies bow out

      Three teams are through to the semi-finals of the Puig Women’s America’s Cup, as Andoo Team...

    • Regattas10 Oct, 2024

      Celebrating 34 years

      Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2024 – continuing to deliver.

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    • Offshore10 Oct, 2024

      Montenegro finish

      The Ocean Race Europe 2025 will finish in picturesque Montenegro.

    • Regattas10 Oct, 2024

      Etchells down under

      John Bertrand is looking forward to a thrilling Etchells World Championship in Australia in January.

    • Regattas04 Oct, 2024

      J Class readies

      The J Class Barcelona Regatta will take place next week during the America’s Cup – the first and...

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    • America's Cup03 Oct, 2024

      Aussie Cup hopes

      The Andoo Team Australia women lift into practice racing mode with stiff competition.

    • Regattas03 Oct, 2024

      Les Voiles in full swing

      Perfect conditions and perfect Maxi scorelines at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez.

    • America's Cup03 Oct, 2024

      Leader emerges

      Two race wins see INEOS Britannia take 6-4 lead in Louis Vuitton Cup final.

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    Yachts

    Reviews of the latest models, cruising designs, trends and concepts.

    • New Builds10 Oct, 2024

      Future focused

      Lagoon introduces Lagoon 620 NEO, a ground-breaking project that embodies the brand’s commitment...

    • New Builds10 Oct, 2024

      Maiden multihull

      Baltic Yachts reveals its first multihull project as a 33-metre (107-foot) bluewater cruising...

    • New Builds03 Oct, 2024

      Daysailer debut

      Baltic Yachts unveils the Baltic 80 Café Racer, the bigger sister of the game-changing 68 Café...

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    • New Builds25 Sep, 2024

      Leopard 46 debut

      The new Leopard 46 has been thoughtfully designed to replace the Leopard 45, retaining its...

    • New Builds18 Sep, 2024

      Big cat unveiled

      Lagoon introduces the Lagoon Eighty 2, its flagship model, hailed “your oasis on the water”.

    • New Builds12 Sep, 2024

      Effortless planing

      Beneteau has introduced the new category known as “the planing cruiser” - the new First 30, with...

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    • New Builds12 Sep, 2024

      Enduring masterpiece

      Grand Soleil Yachts have presented their latest creation, the Grand Soleil 52 Performance, at the...

    • New Builds12 Sep, 2024

      Corsair returns

      One of the world’s most popular trimarans is making a resurgence in Australia with two brand new...

    • New Builds04 Sep, 2024

      Amel milestone

      Chantiers Amel is celebrating the milestone launch of its 100th Amel 50 yacht, which goes on display...

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    Gear

    Browse the sailing kit and technology essential not only to performance but also to safety.

    • Products25 Sep, 2024

      Saint-Tropez tome

      Laurence Benaïm and Didier Ravon have captured the allure and prestige of Les Voiles de...

    • Products26 Jul, 2024

      Champion gear

      Zhik is the official supplier for Australian Olympic Team sailors at the Paris Olympics.

    • Technology19 Mar, 2024

      Hidden hydro

      There are many hidden parts to an America’s Cup campaign where innovation, performance and talent...

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    • Technology13 Feb, 2024

      Smarter sailing

      Smart Wind offers professional-level wind transducers for leisure sailors.

    • Products30 Jan, 2024

      Sustainable sailcloth

      At boot Düsseldorf, North Sails launched RENEW, a sailcloth constructed from more than 90 percent...

    • Hardware24 Dec, 2023

      Composite collab

      It’s a long way from Townsville to Paris, and Australian Olympic kite-foiler, Breiana Whitehead...

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    • Products20 Nov, 2023

      Zhik toasts Kirsten

      The Zhik team are sending huge congratulations to Kirsten Neuschäufer who has been voted female...

    • Products17 Nov, 2023

      Inflatable innovation

      The new Nimbus collection brings COAST quality to inflatables.

    • Hardware24 Oct, 2023

      Furling first

      The first ever production catamaran furling boom system has been introduced by Lagoon Catamarans.

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    Industry

    Stay up-to-date with the issues affecting the yachting world, and the people who shape races, regattas, sponsorships and events.

    • Regional03 Oct, 2024

      Adventure blueprints

      CYCA seeks Expressions of Interest for CYCA Offshore Academy Yachts.

    • International18 Sep, 2024

      Swan new era

      Nautor Swan is entering a new chapter in its story, with new models and a vision for the future...

    • International09 Aug, 2024

      Sail takeover

      NTG adds Doyle Sails and Quantum Sails to its roster of best-in-class brands.

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    • Regional30 Jul, 2024

      Sustainability partners

      BIA has appointed Lisa Blair as Sustainability Ambassador.

    • Profile04 Jul, 2024

      Vale Bob Ross

      Bob Ross, the renowned sailing photojournalist, newspaper writer, magazine founder, editor, book...

    • Regional12 Jun, 2024

      Tribute to Tasmania

      Tasmania is the epicentre of Australian wooden boat building. As the home of what is considered the...

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    • Regional21 May, 2024

      Catalina new dealer

      Performance Cruising Yachts has been appointed the new Australian dealer for the prestigious US...

    • Regional17 Apr, 2024

      Get set for KISS

      It’s on again! The third running of the Keelboat Introduction to Sailing Savvy (KISS) program is...

    • Profile02 Apr, 2024

      Vale Plymo

      Remembering Andrew ‘Plymo’ Plympton.

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    Cruising

    An inspiring guide to throwing off the bowlines and catching the trade winds in your sails, along with destinations to entice.

    • Charter17 Jul, 2024

      Mariner adventures

      Embark on your ultimate sailing adventure with Mariner Boating: A testimonial.

    • Rallies26 Mar, 2024

      Oysters cross Canal

      Oyster World Rally fleet transits the Panama Canal and gets ready for Galapagos.

    • Destinations06 Feb, 2024

      Sailing paradise

      The Maldives and Seychelles named ‘Top Yachting Destinations’.

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    • Rallies01 Aug, 2023

      Clipper adds port

      Clipper Race confirms Puerto Sherry as a stopover on its global route – its first ever visit to...

    • Destinations31 Jul, 2023

      Highfield adventurers

      Jessie Cripps and Michael Takach, vloggers and explorers aboard the 2006 37-foot (11.3m) Easy...

    • Destinations25 Jun, 2023

      Share the dream

      You can own a one-half share of a brand new Fountaine Pajot Astréa 42 Catamaran.

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    • Rallies15 May, 2023

      Go East Rally begins

      The Boat Works is proud to again welcome the cruising community involved in the 2023 Down Under...

    • Charter05 Dec, 2022

      A lifetime of sailing holidays

      Enter to win a lifetime of sailing holidays with GlobeSailor! A free yacht charter, every year, for...

    • Rallies14 May, 2021

      Land Down Under

      Oyster Yacht’s next World Rally live webinar sets sail for the East Coast of Australia.

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    Events

    A front row seat to all the best regattas, boat shows, product launches and networking occasions, in Australia, New Zealand and around the world.

    • Regattas10 Oct, 2024

      J Class battle

      Velsheda and Svea still all square after another full-on day at the J Class Barcelona Regatta.

    • Regattas10 Oct, 2024

      Record fleet expected

      More than 300 Patí de Velas confirmed for America’s Cup Regatta, 19 & 20 October.

    • Awards03 Oct, 2024

      SYC honoured

      Southport Yacht Club (SYC) was named ‘Club of the Year’ in Category A at the Australian Sailing...

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    • Boat shows26 Sep, 2024

      Sail into Monaco

      Monaco Yacht Show 2024 is well underway, and there are 120 superyachts on show and 53 at anchor in...

    • Regattas18 Sep, 2024

      Match champs

      Josh Hyde and Waitemata Racing win the New Zealand Youth Match Racing Championships.

    • Boat shows17 Sep, 2024

      Rigged and ready

      The world's largest indoor water sports trade fair, boot Düsseldorf, will once again draw the...

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    • Boat shows12 Sep, 2024

      Sailing into Cannes

      The Cannes Yachting Festival 2024 has an impressive line-up of sailing yachts – more than 120...

    • Regattas12 Sep, 2024

      Feel the joy

      Invitation-only Ibiza JoySail has become the focal point of the late summer in the Med.

    • Boat shows04 Sep, 2024

      Captivating Cannes

      The Cannes Yachting Festival will commence 10 September, running until 15 September at Vieux Port...

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