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Balance Catamarans’ next-generation 580 has some new innovative design features, with strong emphasis on performance and comfort at sea.
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Beyou and Lagravière complete a stunning victory on Charal in the Transat Café L’OR
The French sailors Jérémie Beyou and Morgan Lagravière on board Charal have sailed to victory in the 17th edition of the Transat Café L’OR to complete a convincing win in the IMOCA Class.
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.
Racing Roundup #016
Our curated digest of the latest news and stories from across the yacht racing world.
Transat Café L’OR: Beyou and Lagravière on course for historic IMOCA victory
With just over 500 miles to go the Transat Café L’OR has turned into a masterclass by Jérémie Beyou and Morgan Lagravière on the IMOCA Charal.
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.
Racing Roundup #014
Our curated digest of the latest news and stories from across the yacht racing world.
American Magic declines to challenge for 38th America's Cup
American Magic today confirmed it will not compete in the 38th edition of the America’s Cup.
IMOCAs Charal and MACIF Santé Prévoyance tussle for transatlantic lead
After an action-packed first two days in the Transat Café L’OR, the lead is being disputed by four of the top sailors in the IMOCA Class while the fleet has also seen its first big split.
Racing Roundup #013
Our curated digest of the latest news and stories from across the yacht racing world.
Racing Roundup #012
Our curated digest of the latest news and stories from across the yacht racing world.
18 IMOCA pairs set to do battle in the Transat Café l’OR
The final IMOCA race of the 2025 season gets underway from Le Havre for Martinique in the Caribbean on Sunday, and it looks set to be a thriller featuring some of the top boats and sailors in the Class ready to push hard for victory.
Racing Roundup #011
Our curated digest of the latest news and stories from across the yacht racing world.
Olympic innovation
Gottifredi Maffioli takes the trapeze cleat to a new level of sophistication.
Racing Roundup #010
Our curated digest of the latest news and stories from across the yacht racing world.