Published on February 25th, 2026
You know times are tough when a Mormon polygamist has only one wife. Providing “insight” since 1997, the Curmudgeon’s Observation has been a hallmark of the Scuttlebutt Newsletter which delivers a digest of major sailing news, ... Read More →
Published on February 25th, 2026
US Sailing selected the 2025 Coaching Awards recipients which were chosen from a pool of nominees submitted by the public. Volunteer Coach of the Year: Giff Constable, American Yacht Club The American Yacht Club Laser Fleet ... Read More →
Published on February 25th, 2026
The 2026 RORC Caribbean 600 got underway from Antigua on February 23 for 56 teams, with the 17th edition sending them on the scenic 600 nm course that threads its way around 11 Caribbean islands. Here ... Read More →
Published on February 25th, 2026
The 2026 SailGP season will have its third event on February 28-March 1 in Sydney, Australia. With both France and New Zealand on the sidelines, here are five things to watch out for as Sydney Harbor ... Read More →
Published on February 25th, 2026
by Craig Leweck, Scuttlebutt Sailing News When I crewed for Bill Hardesty in the 2011 Etchells World Championship, we were well prepared and won. From March to the event in June, we tuned some with local ... Read More →
Published on February 25th, 2026
How to promote sailing in a country? Start with a small country. With a population of 28 million (USA has 343m), Australia has launched a plan which seeks to grow participation through to 2032 and beyond. ... Read More →
Published on February 24th, 2026
When cannibals ate a missionary, they got a taste of religion. Providing “insight” since 1997, the Curmudgeon’s Observation has been a hallmark of the Scuttlebutt Newsletter which delivers a digest of major sailing news, commentary, opinions, ... Read More →
Published on February 24th, 2026
When New Zealand SailGP Team lost control in the second event of the 2026 season, it resulted in a dramatic collision with France that led to injuries for both teams, and significant boat damage that can’t ... Read More →
Published on February 24th, 2026
After recent turmoil in Mexico cancelled the 2026 San Diego to Puerto Vallarta Race, and with uncertainty when the level of safety would improve, participation in the 2026 Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race on April ... Read More →
Published on February 24th, 2026
Formerly Wild Oats XI, one of the world’s most celebrated ocean-racing yachts will race under new ownership as Palm Beach XI in the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race. While the event is excited to have the Australian ... Read More →