Jan 3, 2024
Photo: Laurens Morel
We have never seen a boat quite this colour! Leave it to the Dutch. The Netherlands builder, Saffier, is making the not-so-subtle point in this picture of its brand new SE 24 Lite with a reverse bow and go-fast design. On top of that, it is equipped with solar panels in the deck charging the Torqeedo 3.5 kW battery 24/7.
October 24, 2024 The first fall session of Shellbacks was last week featuring Paul Lamont speaking on a cruising adventure in South India. There is a large lake in the south of India with a thriving marine culture in the area. We will explore how the residents of this area have embraced the water to assist them in…
October 24, 2024 Last month, the 2023 Shark World Championships received the Sail Canada City of Kingston Regatta of the Year as well as the Chisholm Trophy for Excellence in Race Management awards for 2023. The City of Kingston Regatta of the Year Award recognizes a provincial, national or international regatta whereupon all aspects of…
Photo Credit: Macgregor Studios October 24, 2024 The Royal Vancouver Yacht Club hosted the 2024 Canadian Sailing Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday, October 5th. Nearly 150 guests attended the event where 16 Canadians were inducted into the Hall of Fame. The 16 new inductees are: Caroll-Ann Alie, Rob Ball, David Cook, Jackie Gay,…
October 24, 2024 It was an interesting opportunity for Canadian sailors but Concord Pacific Racing’s campaign came to a abrupt end earlier this month after the Canadian team was forced to retire from racing following a catastrophic mechanical failure during the second race of the day at the Puig Women’s America’s Cup. After starting their…
Oct 10, 2024 On the continuum of adventurous sailing journeys, the Mini Globe Race 2025 sits right at the end – either craziest or bravest, take your pick. On February 23, 2025, the McIntyre Mini Globe Race (MGR) will commence, marking the beginning of a 13-month sailing adventure that challenges both the physical and psychological endurance of its…
Oct 10, 2024 Seven Canadian boats headed to Cleveland for the 2024 J105 NAs September 24-29. Consistency proved to be the highlight, as now four-time winner Terry McLaughlin and Rod Wilmer’s Mandate came out on top at the J/105 North American Championship in Cleveland, OH. Fraser Howell, Ian Howes, Andrew Kenny and John Millen from…
October 24, 2024 The first fall session of Shellbacks was last week featuring Paul Lamont speaking on a cruising adventure in South India. There is a large lake in the south of India with a thriving marine culture in the area. We will explore how the residents of this area have embraced the water to assist them in… Read More…
October 24, 2024 Last month, the 2023 Shark World Championships received the Sail Canada City of Kingston Regatta of the Year as well as the Chisholm Trophy for Excellence in Race Management awards for 2023. The City of Kingston Regatta of the Year Award recognizes a provincial, national or international regatta whereupon all aspects of… Read More…
