Renowned as "the best big-boat regatta in NZ," the Bay of Islands Sailing Week returns from January 21 to 24, 2025. First held in 2003 with 39 boats across four divisions, the event has since grown into a highlight of the New Zealand sailing calendar, attracting sailors from across the nation and abroad.
In a move to reinforce safety standards for offshore sailing, World Sailing has approved changes to the design requirements of storm sails. Following a recommendation from the Special Regulations Sub-Committee, the Oceanic and Offshore Committee unanimously endorsed these changes, clarifying the primary role of storm sails as essential safety equipment for sailors.
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Renowned as "the best big-boat regatta in NZ," the Bay of Islands Sailing Week returns from January 21 to 24, 2025. First held in 2003 with 39 boats across four divisions, the event has since grown into a highlight of the New Zealand sailing calendar, attracting sailors from across the nation and abroad.
In a move to reinforce safety standards for offshore sailing, World Sailing has approved changes to the design requirements of storm sails. Following a recommendation from the Special Regulations Sub-Committee, the Oceanic and Offshore Committee unanimously endorsed these changes, clarifying the primary role of storm sails as essential safety equipment for sailors.