Courses set for Antigua
The island is preparing to become the main central hub for the RORC’s programme of Atlantic and Caribbean ocean, offshore and inshore races.
Advertorials
Commercially supported content from Yacht Racing Life partner organisations.
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.
Quick out of the blocks
At only their second regatta in the 52 Super Series the Galicia 52 Super Series Royal Cup, Andrea Lacorte’s Alkedo Vitamina team came tantalisingly close to finishing runners-up behind the triumphant American Magic Quantum Racing – writes Andy Robertson.
Packed programme for the Maxi fleet
A mid-season update from the International Maxi Association from IMA Secretary General, Andrew McIrvine…
A well-oiled machine…
A+T Instruments have just completed a (very) successful first decade at the cutting edge of raceboat and superyacht instrumentation.
Garmin quatix® 8 – 47 mm, AMOLED: The Ultimate Smartwatch for Yacht Racers
The Garmin quatix® 8 – 47 mm, AMOLED is more than a smartwatch – it’s a race tool for serious sailors. With GPS-assisted start functions, full Garmin marine integration, and a stunning AMOLED display, it’s built to give yacht racers an edge on and off the water.
Carbon spars for all...
With hi-tech construction processes, efficient production, expanding reach, extended product ranges and increasing economy of scale, MC1 Spars is making it feasible for a broader church of boats to have carbon masts and booms.
Extreme H2O: Designing the PB72, a semi-foiling offshore machine
Ferdinand van West, project lead designer at Morrelli & Melvin takes us through the naval architecture of Extreme H20, the PB72, a semi-foiling offshore machine.
Getting ahead of it...
Harken ProCare is helping many teams prepare for the Admiral’s Cup.
Always extreme
Persico Marine has been hitting the headlines recently. In last year’s America’s Cup, you’ll have noticed the company’s name proudly emblazoned on the deck of the impossibly sleek Luna Rossa but you may not know that Persico built no fewer than four of the IMOCAs in the last Vendée Globe.
Big fleet transport
How do you arrange return transport for a transatlantic racing fleet from a port with nowhere for a ship to come alongside? You get Sevenstar involved.
Dependable reputation
Moore Brothers’ capacity for design innovation, skill in production engineering and attention to detail are among the keys to their success.
Design innovations
Allen Brothers’ long-standing partnership with leading America’s Cup analyst Tom Morris has led to some interesting collaborations in new sailing hardware.