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Presenting a world of sailing sport and lifestyle news
Welcome
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.
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Regattas19 Sep, 2017
Laser focus
The 2017 Laser Standard Men’s world Championship is underway, with Aussies fiercely competing.
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Offshore20 Sep, 2017
Got it covered
Readers have the chance to meet and cheer on Team AkzoNobel at the Auckland stopover of the Volvo...
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Offshore18 Sep, 2017
Rikki’s new Aussie adventure
New Zealand yacht, Rikki is confirmed for the Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise Regatta and the...
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Regattas18 Sep, 2017
Big finish
Racing concluded at the 53rd edition of the Rolex Big Boat Series, hosted by the St. Francis Yacht...
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18 Sep, 2017
Grand finale
12 Metre North American Championship promises to be a spectacular finish to the 2017 sailing season.
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Regattas18 Sep, 2017
Best of Blue Water
Outstanding conditions delivered a record-breaking run round Flinders Islet for Race 2 of the...
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Regattas13 Sep, 2017
Farr-out
The Farr 40 One-Design season is set to begin with an action-packed calendar.
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Regattas18 Sep, 2017
Maxi Cup finishes in style
The 28th edition of the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup concluded 9 September with fierce competition.
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Offshore12 Sep, 2017
Back to the future
It’s virtually assured the 36th America’s Cup will be contested in foiling monohulls.
Yachts
Reviews of the latest models, cruising designs, trends and concepts.
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Design05 Sep, 2017
A blast from the past
A yacht that is cemented deep within Australian sailing history is about to make a modern mark on...
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Design15 Aug, 2017
Space race
Award-winning sailing yacht designer Philippe Briand unveils latest family cruiser model with...
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New Builds24 Jul, 2017
X marks the spot
X-Yachts has announced the launch of the new X4⁹ – the latest addition to the successful “X”...
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New Builds13 Jun, 2017
Discovery is go!
Premier cruising yacht manufacturer, Discovery Yachts has given the green light for production to...
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New Builds07 Jun, 2017
Avant-garde sailing
Sunreef Yachts is proud to announce the launch of the Sunreef 88 Double Deck - a sailing superyacht...
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New Builds07 Jun, 2017
The Southern Sorceress
Southern Wind Shipyards is proud to announce the delivery of the Sorceress, the first unit in the...
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New Builds22 May, 2017
Twice as nice
The all-new Hallberg-Rassy 340 will have its world premiere at Scandinavia's largest sailboat show,...
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New Builds21 Apr, 2017
Unveiling the graceful Swan 65
Designed by renowned architect Germán Frers, Nautor's Swan 65 delivers elegance, comfort and...
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New Builds03 Apr, 2017
The Solaris 50: “A sexy, elegant delight”
Team Windcraft’s Solaris 50 has just been named best Large Monohull by the International Best Boat...
Gear
Browse the sailing kit and technology essential not only to performance but also to safety.
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Hardware18 Sep, 2017
Things don’t seam
North Sails has shaken up the cruising sail market with their new 3Di NORDAC technology.
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Hardware18 Sep, 2017
Delta dawns
Doyle Sails is thrilled to introduce the latest addition to their performance cruising and racing...
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Technology12 Sep, 2017
Zeus be with you
Leading sailing navigation and instrument developer B&G has introduced a new sailing...
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Technology12 Sep, 2017
Power in the palm of your hand
The new MAP handheld boat control device from MAP Marine Technologies will be available in Australia...
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Tenders & Toys23 Aug, 2017
Ducky to water
Ducky catamarans are a range of inflatable sailing catamarans - quite literally a yacht in a...
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Technology23 Aug, 2017
Loud and clear
Garmin has released their new inReach SE+ and inReach Explorer+ handheld satellite communicators.
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Technology23 Aug, 2017
Dress for success
Australian sailing industry stalwart, Duncan Curnow, has launched a new clothing venture.
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12 Jul, 2017
Good gear
New from iconic sailing apparel brand, Musto is a range of versatile and fashion-forward clothing...
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05 Jul, 2017
Warm up as you dry out
The story behind the SeaRug is a classic case of ‘find a need, fill a need’.
Industry
Stay up-to-date with the issues affecting the yachting world, and the people who shape races, regattas, sponsorships and events.
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International12 Sep, 2017
Aussies take on world
Martin Hill and his crew of Andrew Palfrey, David Chapman and Sasha Ryan are spearheading an...
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Regional06 Sep, 2017
Expert checklist
Large or small, basic or customised, every vessel needs to be maintained and proper pre-season...
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Regional05 Sep, 2017
New role for Big Fella
Highly respected and awarded sailor, Iain Murray AM joins Australian Sailing as Performance...
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Regional23 Aug, 2017
Funding boost
Rushcutters Bay Sailability has received Marine Industry Foundation Grant.
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Regional21 Aug, 2017
Full house
The Boat Works at Coomera on Queensland's Gold Coast, has experienced an expansion burst, adding...
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Regional18 Aug, 2017
Legends prepare at Rivergate
Ahead of what promises to be a stellar season of sailing, five iconic sailing yachts have berthed at...
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Profile25 Jul, 2017
Record setter climate concern
“JUST DO… BECAUSE THE WORLD IS CHANGED BY DOERS”. That’s the motto of sailor, Lisa...
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Regional13 Jun, 2017
Sailors among Queen’s Honours
Australian Sailing congratulates recipients of 2017 Queen’s Birthday Honours.
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Regional10 Jun, 2017
Cat versus Pony – who wins?
The ultimate challenge of strength was set from one Bathurst winner to another at Australia’s...
Cruising
An inspiring guide to throwing off the bowlines and catching the trade winds in your sails, along with destinations to entice.
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Destinations24 Jul, 2017
Best seat in the house
Coral Expeditions has launched a unique Sydney to Hobart maritime themed itinerary which sets sail...
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Rallies12 Jul, 2017
Rally with the multis
Entries are now open for Multihull Solutions Australian Cruising Rallies.
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Rallies05 Jun, 2017
World ARC returns to Mackay
The World ARC Rally will visit Mackay again this 2017 cruising season, comprising 25 to 30 vessels...
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Destinations23 May, 2017
Pure (sailing) bliss
With a touch of French sophistication and an azure lagoon, Nouméa lures holidaymakers and sailors...
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Destinations29 Apr, 2017
Australia’s own underwater wonder
Famed underwater sculptor, Jason deCaires Taylor will soon visit Townsville and North Queensland,...
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Destinations20 Apr, 2017
Venture to paradise
Yachting guru and founder of Fleming Yachts, Tony Fleming, invites you to Venture with him to the...
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Destinations31 Mar, 2017
Abell Point activates clean up
In the wake of category 4 Tropical Cyclone Debbie, Abell Point and the Whitsundays region are...
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Destinations11 Apr, 2017
HK’s new superyacht on land
Renowned yacht design firm Vitruvius Yachts is set to make waves this autumn with the opening of...
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Destinations16 Jan, 2017
Dipping into charter – Part two
All you need to know ahead of experiencing the wide-world of a luxury charter yacht vacation.
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Destinations30 Mar, 2017
Beluga centre stage
When deciding on your next holiday location, why commit to a static bedroom when you could have your...
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.
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Social29 Aug, 2017
Top place for a Shag!
This weekend the Shag Islet Cruising Yacht Club will host their annual Rendezvous in Gloucester...
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Social21 Aug, 2017
Australia’s biggest Shag
More than a thousand official 'Shaggers' are making their way to the pristine waters of the...
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Boat shows02 Aug, 2017
50th SIBS sets sail!
Celebrating 50 golden years, the Sydney International Boat Show has a host of sailing vessels on...
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Social12 Jul, 2017
Cue the fun
Airlie Beach Race Week’s parties are legendary and this year organisers are ensuring there will be...
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19 Jun, 2017
Catch us if you can
Emirates Team New Zealand blitzed Oracle Team USA on day two of the America's Cup Match, recording...
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Boat shows31 May, 2017
2017 SCIBS success
The 29th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show has been stamped with the ultimate seal of approval...
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19 May, 2017
Cyclone clean up
A post-Cyclone Debbie clean up campaign is underway at Airlie Beach, as the Whitsunday Sailing Club...
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23 Apr, 2017
35th America’s Cup countdown
Friday 21 April marked a significant milestone in the countdown until the 35th America's Cup - just...
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10 Apr, 2017
The race must go on
Despite the devastation of Cyclone Debbie Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2017 will continue as...
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