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What it takes to win, 15 years later

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 →

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How do you promote sailing in a country?

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 →

Curmudgeon's Observation

Curmudgeon’s Observation

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 →

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SailGP Investigation confirmed Kiwi error

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 →

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Ensenada Race has not been cancelled

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 →

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To fairly rate a foiling supermaxi

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 →

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2026 Puerto Vallarta Race cancelled

Published on February 24th, 2026

The 2026 San Diego to Puerto Vallarta race was scheduled to begin with staggered starts on February 26, 27, and 28, but due to deadly violence in the Mexican region, the San Diego Yacht Club made ... Read More →

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Starting the 2026 RORC Caribbean 600

Published on February 24th, 2026

The 2026 RORC Caribbean 600 got underway from Antigua on February 23 as 56 teams began the 600 nm course that threads its way around 11 Caribbean islands. Event details – Entry list – Tracker Elapsed ... Read More →

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Mexican chaos concern for Vallarta Race

Published on February 23rd, 2026

The 2026 San Diego to Puerto Vallarta race is scheduled to begin with staggered starts on February 26, 27, and 28. But with deadly violence in the Mexican region due the military killing of an infamous ... Read More →

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Most spectacular yachts in film and TV

Published on February 23rd, 2026

When BOAT International sought to profile the most spectacular yachts in film and TV, they knew the glitz and glamour of superyachts make them ideal stars in everything from box-office blockbusters to the latest Netflix drama. ... Read More →