Published on January 10th, 2018
What strikes first is the speed – upwards of 27 knots – but then the noise hits. It’s a constant, almost eerie, whistle as the wind passes through the boat. Olympic sailing has embraced the world ... Read More →
Published on January 10th, 2018
Vestas 11th Hour Racing skipper Charlie Enright needed to sit out Leg 4 of the Volvo Ocean Race to help with a family medical situation, but will be back with the team in Hong Kong for ... Read More →
Published on January 10th, 2018
As Scuttlebutt approaches the publication of its 5000th newsletter, here’s a flashback from Scuttlebutt 2000 on January 3, 2006: • Seven teams began the second leg of the Volvo Ocean Race from Cape Town, South Africa ... Read More →
Published on January 10th, 2018
(January 10, 2018; Leg 4; Day 9) – When the Volvo Ocean Race fleet first encountered the notorious Doldrums as they raced through the Atlantic between Lisbon and Cape Town on Leg 2, they breezed through ... Read More →
Published on January 10th, 2018
The Pac52 Class, which got legs as an organization in 2017 with six teams competing in its inaugural season championship, continues its momentum in 2018 as teams from England, Mexico, and USA meet February 10-11 at ... Read More →
Published on January 10th, 2018
It is with a heavy heart that we let you know that Vic Manning, past US Sunfish Class President, passed away of a heart attack on January 8, 2018. Vic has been one of the Class’ ... Read More →
Published on January 10th, 2018
More than 400 boats and close to 600 of the world’s best small-boat sailors are scheduled to converge in Florida for a crucial way point on the road to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. The 2018 ... Read More →
Published on January 10th, 2018
(January 10, 2018; Day 5) – After the Clipper 2017-18 Round the World Yacht Race fleet split into two packs, it has converged again over the last 24 hours as teams tackled stormy conditions, known locally ... Read More →
Published on January 10th, 2018
Yachting fashion has gotten technical on the water and more relaxed at night. With body armor, helmets, and personal air supply tanks now de rigueur among America’s Cup crew, here are some past photos when it ... Read More →
Published on January 9th, 2018
The 2018 Youth Match Racing World Championship, organized by World Sailing, will be held July 3-8 on Lake Ledro in Trentino, Italy. With racing in the J/22, the selection process for the skipper representing the U.S. ... Read More →
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