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Watch live: SSL Gold Cup Pan American Qualifier final day
Sailors in New Zealand can catch the final day of the SSL Gold Cup 2026 Pan American Qualifying Series live, with The Foil's broadcast starting at 4:00 am…
70th Zephyr Nationals: Three Races, Three Winners, Three Reasons Why
There are three main reasons on why we love the Zephyr class here in New Zealand. Oh, and there were three races to open the 70th Nationals at Howick Sailing…
SailGP releases findings from review into Black Foils and DS Team France Auckland collision
SailGP has released initial findings from its technical review into the high-speed collision between the Black Foils New Zealand SailGP…
Five Hours to Russell: Can the PIC Coastal Classic Record Be Broken?
For more than four decades, the PIC Coastal Classic has offered an irresistible proposition: start off Devonport Wharf in Auckland, point the boat towards Russell and cover 119 nautical miles faster than anyone has before.
Zofia Wells creates history as the first girl to win the NZL Optimist Nationals
After two years as New Zealand’s top-ranked female Opti sailor, Zofia Wells arrived in New Plymouth as one of the favourites. But if there was pressure, she didn…
Kiwis return as new skippers practice for Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta
A New Zealand team and two new skippers are among the latest entries for the 34th Australian Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) to be held on the King’s Birthday weekend from…
Jono Ridler – 1,000km down, less than 400 to go. The hardest challenge still ahead.
Jono Ridler has now swum 1,000km of New Zealand’s east coast in his Swim4TheOcean – a staggering milestone in what is tracking to be a world-record…
Marine industry rebounds as 25th Auckland Boat Show expands to meet exhibitor demand
New Zealand’s marine industry is showing clear signs of recovery, with the 25th Auckland Boat Show expanding…
Want to work at North Sails? Full-Time Sales Consultant position now available
Want to work at North Sails?! This could be the job for you!! Full-Time Sales Consultant – North Sails New Zealand
PIC Coastal Classic – the only way to stay entertained over the Labour Day long weekend!
Entries for the 2026 PIC Coastal Classic close Monday 12 October, so if you’ve been waiting for a sign to enter the Great Race North, congratulations, this is the sign.
Hyde and Malpot take early semi-final leads at Oceanbridge New Zealand Match Racing Championship
Josh Hyde and Noah Malpot have taken the opening wins in their semi-finals at the Oceanbridge New Zealand Match Racing Championship at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron. The…
Jono Ridler begins 1,000-mile Swim4TheOcean from North Cape
World-record attempt aims to unite New Zealanders and push for an end to bottom trawling
2026 Harken Young 88 Nationals Ready to Launch
…to host a masterclass in one-design keelboat racing as 14 crews converge for the 2026 Harken Young 88 Nationals to be hosted by the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron.
Governor’s Cup // Tight at the top — James Hayhoe (AUS) now tied with Josh Hyde (NZL)
Sam Scott (NZL) moves up to third; Siena Nichols in fourth
Ready for anything: lessons from the PIC Coastal Classic Boat Prep and Safety Clinic
Auckland, New Zealand – With less than three weeks until the start of New Zealand’s biggest yacht race, competitors packed into the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron on Tuesday night…
“Happy to be here!” Next generation joins Emirates Team New Zealand
…two-time Olympic medalist, Jo Aleh – these are the new names confirmed as being official members of Emirates Team New Zealand – living their dream, and being a part of history.
How Champions Start: Preliminary Regatta Naples race highlights
…The Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup will be defended in Naples in 2027 by five-time America's Cup winner, the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, represented by their…
Three Kings Offshore Yacht Race – Clockwork sets new RNZYS Race Record!
It was a game of “could they, will they, oh my goodness they may!” for Clockwork as the RNZYS Race Management Team calculated if they could break the 2022 record set by Wired.
Save the Date! 44th PIC Coastal Classic Approaches
23 OCTOBER 2026 – LOCK IT IN
Off With a Bang: RNZYS Three Kings Fleet Sending It North (and Loving It)
Now this is how you start an offshore race! The start from Westhaven Tower at 1100 delivered just about perfect conditions. A 15-20 knot south-westerly had sails popping everywhere.
