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Micky Beckett on the appeal of the Switch
Mark Jardine chatted with ILCA Olympian Micky Beckett at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show 2026 about why he sails the Switch One Design foiling dinghy when he’s not campaigning for the LA 2028 Olympics.
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Restored Keewaydin trawler ‘unsalvageable’ after fire
A fundraising campaign launched by the Sailors Creek CIC team to replace a shipwright’s tools following the devastating fire of Lowestoft wooden trawler Keewaydin has had a heart-warming response. Keewaydin, a 1913 Lowestoft wooden trawler, had been subject to two years of work by Sailors Creek community interest company (CIC) volunteers led by master shipwright…
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Dell Quay SC increase participation via rowing
Dell Quay SC has been established for 100 years, over that time things change, habits change, sport changes. A few years ago the club decided to branch out into rowing as a way to help re-engage some of the existing members.
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YJA Announces 2025 Award Winners
The Yachting Journalists’ Association (YJA) proudly revealed the winners of its prestigious Yachtsman of the Year and Young Sailor of the Year 2025 awards on the Sunsail Main Stage at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show.
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An epic RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
The RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show once again signalled the start of the sailing season as thousands of enthusiasts headed to Farnborough International this weekend (21-22 February 2026) for two days of insight, innovation and inspiration.
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2026 Finn World Masters in Brisbane Day 1
Brendan Casey is the early leader at the Porsche Centre Brisbane 2026 Finn World Masters at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, in Brisbane, Australia, after two race wins on the opening day, Monday.
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Maxi yacht showdown set for RORC Caribbean 600
Following the IMA maxi racing at the RORC Nelson’s Cup and Antigua 360 last week, so competition continues today with the start of the ‘main event’ – the Caribbean 600, the 17th edition of the Royal Ocean Racing Club’s offshore race.
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Allen fittings on Concours d’Elegance winner Midas
Mark Jardine chats with Allen’s Ben Harden about the blocks and fittings on Midas, the stunning Hadron H2 which won the Concours d’Elegance at the 2026 Dinghy Show, including XHL blocks, dogbones, deck bushes, a ratchet block, and custom rudder stock.
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Why the Osprey Class is Soaring
The Osprey rewards skill, teamwork, and a touch of daring. Whether you’re a seasoned helm, a competitive crew, or someone looking to discover the thrill of high performance sailing, the Osprey offers a uniquely compelling ride.
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Tenzor J/70 Open Winter Series Leg 4 overall
The fourth Leg of Tenzor International Cup – J/70 Open Winter Series 2025/2026 has concluded after 3 days of intense and uncompromising competition. Held in Aspat Bay from February 19 to 22, the races were full of dynamic starts.