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Youth America’s Cup Racing Kicks Off Tonight in Barcelona
The Youth America’s Cup is about to set sail in Barcelona, and New Zealanders are in for a treat as the action begins tonight, New Zealand time. This ...
Hurricane Boats Hit the Water in Australia and New Zealand
Get the family ready to experience the ultimate in deck boating as Hurricane Boats, the #1 selling Deck Boat in the United States, has now arrived in ...
Josh Hyde and Waitemata Racing win the New Zealand Youth Match Racing Championships
The best youth match racing teams in the country competed at the 2024 New Zealand Youth Match Racing Championship this weekend 14th-15th September at ...
Somber Reading⏤Mid-Year Drowning Update 2024: Key Takeaways from Water Safety New Zealand
The latest drowning figures from Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) offer both encouraging news and reasons for concern
Marine Reserves Ranger Job in Coromandel: A Summer Opportunity for Students
The Department of Conservation (DOC) is offering an exciting opportunity for a Marine Reserves Ranger position based in the stunning Te Whanganui-A-He...
Starlink To Increase Price Of ‘Starlink Roam’ package (the one that Boats use)
Starlink, the satellite Internet provider owned by SpaceX/Elon Musk, is increasing the functionality of the package available for Boats and RVs in New...
Semi-Final Leaderboard After Day 1
Two wins to INEOS Britannia. Two wins to Luna Rossa.
Sunday, 4 more races. By Monday's racing, we may be crowning a winner of one or both Semi-Fi...
Māpua Boat Ramp Project Hits Rough Waters Amid Community Concerns
The ambitious Mapua Boat Ramp project, designed to enhance local maritime access and facilities, has encountered significant hurdles due to mounting c...
INEOS Britannia To Race Alinghi In Louis Vuitton Semi Final Phase
In a strategic and expected move, INEOS Britannia of Great Britain, who finished top of the table in the Louis Vuitton Challenger Series Round Robin,...
New Zealand Coastguard: Nationwide Bar-Crossing Seminars Aim to Save Lives
Get Smart. Attend a Coastguard New Zealand's Bar Safety Roadshow, aimed to prevent further tragedies by educating the public through seminars.
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Race 4: American Magic Triumphs as Luna Rossa Suffers Heartbreaking Breakdown in Thrilling Race
An Early Surge from the US
The US team, under pressure to perform, burst off the starting line wi...
Luna Rossa Confirm Star Billing In UniCredit Youth America’s Cup
It was another very tricky day in Barcelona with a sea-state of almost a metre and a shifting, patch...
Race 3: INEOS Britannia Crushes Alinghi Red Bull Racing to Secure Final Spot in America’s Cup
The Start: A Penalty Changes Everything
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Race 2: American Magic Stuns Luna Rossa in Chaotic Showdown to Keep America’s Cup Dream Alive
Wind Woes and Early Struggles
The race began in fickle wind conditions, with both teams...
Race 1: The Dream Continues For Alinghi Red Bull Racing, winning over INEOS Bratannia
From the moment the race began, it was clear this would be no ordinary contest. The wind was bl...
Race 2: Italy Dominate as UK and Switzerland Battle in Gruelling Youth America’s Cup Race
The race began under ominous skies, with slow winds adding an extra layer of complexity to...
Race 1: Luna Rossa Shines in Challenging Conditions on Day Two of Youth America’s Cup
As the race committee signalled the start, four boats lined up to compete. However, Americ...
Buckland’s Beach Yacht Club to Celebrate Its 75th Anniversary in True Regatta Style
The Buckland Beach Yacht Club (BBYC) is marking a momentous milestone this year as it celebrates its...
Choppy Seas On Wednesday, Lower Winds Forecast
After yesterday's still weather during the mid-afternoon, and the hours of delays this caused, final...
Puig Vela Clàssica Regatta Returns to Barcelona: A Tribute to America’s Cup History
The Puig Vela Clàssica Regatta, a premier event hosted by the Real Club Náutico Barcelona, has once ...