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Shootin’ the Breeze… Kyle Meredith, ‘The OARburn Rower’
Shootin’ the Breeze… Kyle Meredith, ‘The OARburn Rower’
Wednesday, 02 October 2024

Kyle Meredith, ‘The OARburn Rower’, is a solo ocean rower aiming to become the first person in history to row – solo, unsupported and non-stop – from Africa to the USA

Hot Topic: Preparing Your Rig For An Atlantic Crossing
Hot Topic: Preparing Your Rig For An Atlantic Crossing
Wednesday, 02 October 2024

We spoke to Neil Brinsdon, Managing Director of Advanced Rigging and Hydraulics, for his top tips on preparing your rig for an Atlantic crossing.

James Ketchell sets sail from Gosport Marina on a solo circumnavigation of the world
James Ketchell sets sail from Gosport Marina on a solo circumnavigation of the world
Wednesday, 02 October 2024

Premier’s Gosport Marina, renowned for its rich maritime heritage and home of the Clipper Round the World Race fleet, served as the starting point for adventurer James Ketchell’s epic solo circumnavigation of the globe. 

SailGP teams up with Sport Impact Summit
SailGP teams up with Sport Impact Summit
Wednesday, 02 October 2024

Sport Impact Summit has announced sailing championship, SailGP, as its newest Impact Partner.

Deadlock continues in Louis Vuitton Cup Final as Brits reach fastest speed in America’s Cup history
Deadlock continues in Louis Vuitton Cup Final as Brits reach fastest speed in America’s Cup history
Tuesday, 01 October 2024

Deadlock continues in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final as INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli end another race day on equal points. It was exhilharating racing at the top end of conditions, with Ben Ainslie’s British crew reaching the fa...

Supertaff's trusted caretakers.
Supertaff's trusted caretakers.
Tuesday, 01 October 2024

Introducing Augusto and Dai: The Dynamic Duo Behind Best of Lusitania and Supertaff’s Care

All square in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final after another thrilling day of racing
All square in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final after another thrilling day of racing
Monday, 30 September 2024

The Louis Vuitton Cup Final continues to be the closest of competitions as INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli end another race day on even points.

RS Sailing Unveils the RS CAT12
RS Sailing Unveils the RS CAT12
Monday, 30 September 2024

 The RS CAT12 brings buoyancy and easy handling to the catamaran sailing world. This latest design from RS Sailing bursts onto the scene as the peppy younger sibling of the RS CAT16 and RS CAT14, filling a gap in the market for training centr...

Final Hours to Bid – Don’t Miss Out!
Final Hours to Bid – Don’t Miss Out!
Monday, 30 September 2024

Final Hours to Bid – Don’t Miss Out!

DRAMA AND THRILLING ACTION SEES THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP FINAL TIED 2-2 AFTER A BREEZY DAY IN BARCELONA
DRAMA AND THRILLING ACTION SEES THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP FINAL TIED 2-2 AFTER A BREEZY DAY IN BARCELONA
Sunday, 29 September 2024

INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, the outstanding finalists in the Louis Vuitton Cup were kept on standby prior to racing today as a solid Mediterranean ‘Garbi’ breeze pushed frustratingly above the stipulated 21-knot ...

Points even after intense battle on Race Day 3 of Louis Vuitton Cup
Points even after intense battle on Race Day 3 of Louis Vuitton Cup
Sunday, 29 September 2024

After the most intense battle of the event so far, the points are still even in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final, with INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli on two wins each. Race Day 3 started with Ben Ainslie’s British team getting the p...

Racing abandoned as light winds disrupt day two of Louis Vuitton Cup Final
Racing abandoned as light winds disrupt day two of Louis Vuitton Cup Final
Saturday, 28 September 2024

It was a frustrating Race Day 2 of the Louis Vuitton Cup Final for INEOS Britannia, as the race they were leading by 500m was abandoned on the final leg, before the day was then called off due to light winds. 

The Boatshed France - End of Summer Auction is Now Live!
The Boatshed France - End of Summer Auction is Now Live!
Friday, 27 September 2024

The Boatshed France - End of Summer Auction is Now Live!

MDL Marinas reports influx of superyachts at its Ocean Village Marina
MDL Marinas reports influx of superyachts at its Ocean Village Marina
Friday, 27 September 2024

MDL Marinas has seen a significant increase in the number of superyachts choosing Ocean Village Marina as their destination of choice, thanks in part to the VAT advantages post-Brexit, as well as the marina’s recent investment in enhancing i...

INEOS Britannia goes toe-to-toe with the Italians on Day 1 of Louis Vuitton Cup Final
INEOS Britannia goes toe-to-toe with the Italians on Day 1 of Louis Vuitton Cup Final
Thursday, 26 September 2024

INEOS Britannia, the British Challenger of Record racing for the Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd at the 37th America’s Cup, pulled off a brilliant comeback to end the first day of the Louis Vuitton Cup tied on points with Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli (...

HONOURS EVEN AT THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP FINAL IN SENSATIONAL BARCELONA CONDITIONS
HONOURS EVEN AT THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP FINAL IN SENSATIONAL BARCELONA CONDITIONS
Thursday, 26 September 2024

If proof were required as to just how closely matched the two teams in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final are, today in stunning and breezy Barcelona conditions, INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli went toe-to-toe throughout the day’s two ...

Electrika 2025 Confirmed
Electrika 2025 Confirmed
Thursday, 26 September 2024

Electrika 2025 will take place at Brinklow Waterside and Marina next summer.

Dame Ellen MacArthur’s cancer charity for young people celebrates biggest summer yet
Dame Ellen MacArthur’s cancer charity for young people celebrates biggest summer yet
Thursday, 26 September 2024

The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust is celebrating its biggest summer yet, after supporting 671 young cancer survivors nationwide.

LUNA ROSSA PRADA PIRELLI DOMINATE MATCH RACE FINAL TO WIN THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
LUNA ROSSA PRADA PIRELLI DOMINATE MATCH RACE FINAL TO WIN THE UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
Thursday, 26 September 2024

Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli’s young guns, generational talent, dominated the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup Final with a comprehensive victory over NYYC American Magic in a high-adrenaline, six-leg race sailed in winds up to 18 knots and b...

Falmouth Harbour hosts the UK’s first catch-and-release Bluefin Tuna Championships
Falmouth Harbour hosts the UK’s first catch-and-release Bluefin Tuna Championships
Thursday, 26 September 2024

A first of its kind in British waters, The UK Bluefin Tuna Tournament will be held at Falmouth Harbour on 28 – 29 September. 

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