Dual scoring: CSA’s truce with IRC
Rather than having to choose between keeping their own tried-and-tested CSA rating system or replacing it with IRC, from next year all the major Caribbean regattas will offer dual scoring under both rating systems.
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Powerful ocean voyager
Balance Catamarans’ next-generation 580 has some new innovative design features, with strong emphasis on performance and comfort at sea.
More than a paint supplier
In the fiercely competitive world of offshore racing every ounce counts and every micron matters. Even seemingly minor decisions in a refit can translate into critical gains at sea.
PLC upgrade insights
Continuing to run old PLC systems can be a false economy. Nick McGarry, CEO of Diverse Performance Systems, explains the key considerations.
Evolution, good management, rule stability – and growth
A season update from Andrew McIrvine – Secretary General of the International Maxi Association.
Making it tougher (for Terry)
52 Super Series communications boss Andi Robertson checks in with an update on what has been a another busy and highly competitive season for the TP52 fleet.
Lightweight luxury
Over the last three decades, Southern Wind has developed and perfected a system of building ultra-lightweight interiors that don’t compromise on style, comfort – or boatspeed. Rupert Holmes explains how this is achieved.
Up for the challenge…
When Nautor needed a custom furler to handle extreme loads, they knew Reckmann could design and deliver…
The team comes first...
A winning blend of talent and loyalty led Cameron Appleton to Doyle Sails.
World’s best test laboratory
Intensive and long-running R&D with four SailGP teams is one of the keys to Zhik’s product innovation.
A go-anywhere high performance cruiser...
Here’s a compelling concept: ice class hull strength and ultimate reliability combined with planing performance and obsessive attention to detail.
Now with added Magic...
Nautor’s ClubSwan one-design racing division has forged a powerful new partnership with one of the leading America’s Cup teams and for the first time ever they’ve tooled up to build Swans overseas – in Pensacola, Florida.
Trickle down tech...
In a fast-moving world where the leaps in performance over the last decade are the biggest we’ve seen in a lifetime, there is a tendency to think that technology employed at the sharp end of professional yacht racing is running away from the mainstream.
Back to what they love
As Doyle Sails joins the North Technology Group (NTG) the company's directors are refocused on sailmaking and sailing.
Next level hydraulic systems
When you need a canting keel for a supermaxi that also lifts like a dinghy centreboard, Cariboni is up for the challenge.
Three iconic races. One ambitious goal.
The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) is making some moves to redefine offshore and ocean racing in the land down under. Introducing the Southern Cross Series.