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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 Cup16 May, 2025

      AC38 in Naples

      For the first time, the Louis Vuitton Cup and Louis Vuitton America’s Cup Match will be held in...

    • Regattas14 May, 2025

      Beneteau battle

      Fortune favours the Beneteaus at the 2025 Flagstaff Marine Beneteau Pittwater Regatta.

    • Regattas13 May, 2025

      F50 upgrade

      Following a full inspection and review, SailGP has confirmed a series of upgrades is underway to all...

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    • Regattas12 May, 2025

      Game on!

      The stage is set in Qingdao, China, as 237 of the world’s best sailors from 40 nations prepare to...

    • Offshore05 May, 2025

      Alive clean sweep

      Duncan Hine’s Alive makes a clean sweep of Line Honours, AMS and ORCi in the 2025 Melbourne to...

    • Offshore05 May, 2025

      Rally the clans

      Get your clan together and give the 2025 Apollo Bay Ocean Race a go!

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    • America's Cup05 May, 2025

      Cup inductees

      The America’s Cup Hall of Fame will induct James Spithill, Paul Cayard and Susan Henn in 2025.

    • Offshore05 May, 2025

      Pacific challenges

      McIntyre Mini Globe Race fleet battles Pacific in historic 4,300-mile test of endurance.

    • Offshore05 May, 2025

      Battle of the leaders

      Now past the halfway point and sailing through the heart of the Atlantic, the competitors in...

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    Yachts

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

    • New Builds12 May, 2025

      Classic evolution

      Multihull Central has welcomed Generation 3 of the Seawind 1160XL, retaining the popular hallmarks...

    • New Builds05 May, 2025

      Moody debut

      Windcraft will present the first Moody DS48 to arrive in the Asia-Pacific at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove...

    • New Builds28 Apr, 2025

      Modern classic

      Stephens Waring Design delivers a masterful blend of classic looks and modern performance in 68-foot...

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    • New Builds01 May, 2025

      Welcome weekender

      Grand Soleil Yachts has taken its first step on a new path with the launch of its first true...

    • New Builds28 Apr, 2025

      Super Plus 65

      Grand Soleil Plus 65 Performance made its world debut at the 2025 Palma International Boat Show.

    • New Builds22 Apr, 2025

      Cure impresses

      The Cure 55 composite catamaran has earned nomination in the prestigious Multihull of the Year...

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    • New Builds09 Apr, 2025

      Elegance afloat

      With the launch of the Cervetti 44 Catamaran at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, Performance...

    • New Builds08 Apr, 2025

      Planing for pleasure

      Beneteau has welcomed the new First 30, designed to deliver the sensation of planing, easy handling,...

    • New Builds08 Apr, 2025

      Super Seawind

      The Seawind 1160 moves into Generation 3 with the all-new Seawind 1160XL, a modern evolution of an...

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    Gear

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

    • Products10 Mar, 2025

      Zeus almighty

      B&G®, the world’s leading sailing electronics manufacturer, has launched the Zeus® SR...

    • Technology11 Feb, 2025

      Smart stability

      VETUS Maxwell and Smartgyro will exhibit at the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, 12...

    • Products29 Jan, 2025

      Safe and sound

      GME has launched its latest maritime safety innovation, the MT605G EPIRB.

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    • Technology17 Oct, 2024

      Driving force

      The marine systems expertise of VETUS is the driving force behind an ingenious seaworthy car which...

    • 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.

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    • Technology19 Mar, 2024

      Hidden hydro

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

    • 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...

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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.

    • Environmental12 May, 2025

      Race to innovation

      Molabo and Team Malizia launch a new era of ocean racing with 48 V Hybrid Propulsion System.

    • Environmental12 May, 2025

      Inspiring Summit

      The Ocean Race Summit Genova and the Generation Ocean Symposium will highlight new ideas from...

    • Regional08 May, 2025

      Winning marinas

      The 2025 Nautilus Marine Insurance Marina of the Year Awards recognised the highest achievement in...

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    • Regional30 Apr, 2025

      Perfect match

      Ronstan and Australian Sailing Team continue their 50-year partnership.

    • Environmental30 Apr, 2025

      United for oceans

      The Ocean Race Europe host cities are united in their journey to protect ocean health.

    • Regional23 Apr, 2025

      Carbon adds Shogun

      Carbon Yachts secures distribution of Sweden’s Shogun Yachts across Australia and New Zealand.

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    • Regional31 Mar, 2025

      Sailing stats

      Australian Sailing has released its second Annual Participation Report.

    • Regional10 Mar, 2025

      Elevating women

      Participation, pathways, podium and beyond - elevating women in Australian sailing.

    • Regional25 Feb, 2025

      Dealer downunder

      Excess Catamarans expands its Australian network and appoints 38 South Yacht Sales as its second...

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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.

    • Rallies12 May, 2025

      Rally sets forth

      Island Cruising has celebrated the departure of the New Zealand group on the Pacific Rally 2025.

    • Charter10 Apr, 2025

      Inspired sailing

      Sailor and adventurer, Jesse Martin, OAM sets sail again with Portland Roads - Sailing the...

    • Charter17 Jul, 2024

      Mariner adventures

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

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    • 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’.

    • Rallies01 Aug, 2023

      Clipper adds port

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

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    • 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.

    • Rallies15 May, 2023

      Go East Rally begins

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

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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.

    • Boat shows13 May, 2025

      Best in show

      The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show has earned top billing on the worldwide calendar, and the...

    • Awards12 May, 2025

      Parade of champions

      On Saturday 10 May, Les Sables d'Olonne lit up to celebrate the heroes of the Vendée Globe...

    • Regattas28 Apr, 2025

      Musket Cove partners

      The Yacht Sales Co. has taken on the role of major sponsor for the 2025 Musket Cove Fiji Regatta,...

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    • Regattas22 Apr, 2025

      Palma Cup fever

      There has been a surge of new entries for the Superyacht Cup Palma 2025.

    • Regattas25 Mar, 2025

      Brisbane bonanza

      Australian Sailing welcomes the outcome of Brisbane Olympics 100-Day Review, revealed on Tuesday 25...

    • Regattas17 Mar, 2025

      ClubSwan season

      It’s going to be a very exciting season for the large ClubSwan fleet, both in one-design and...

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    • Awards10 Mar, 2025

      Images awarded

      Yachting photographer, Andrea Francolini captures two international watersports photography awards.

    • Boat shows11 Feb, 2025

      Wooden boat allure

      The Australian Wooden Boat Festival’s success is anchored in community spirit.

    • Social05 Feb, 2025

      Eyes on Sydney

      Tom Slingsby and the Australia SailGP Team hosted the launch party ahead of the KPMG Australia Sail...

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