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San Diego to Puerto Vallarta 2026 Race Called Off as Authorities Advise Caution
San Diego to Puerto Vallarta 2026 Race Called Off as Authorities Advise Caution

The San Diego to Puerto Vallarta 1,000‑nautical‑mile fleet, scheduled for staggered starts on February 26–28, 2026, was cancelled by the...

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March 10, 2026
Palm Beach XI’s Foiling Refit and the Challenge of ORR Handicapping
Palm Beach XI’s Foiling Refit and the Challenge of ORR Handicapping

ORR now faces the technical challenge of assigning a fair handicap to a 100‑footer that demonstrably lifts on C‑foils: recent...

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March 10, 2026
Newport to Ensenada: Route, Security Coordination and Visitor Advice for April 24 Start
Newport to Ensenada: Route, Security Coordination and Visitor Advice for April 24 Start

The 124 nm Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race scheduled to start April 24 will proceed as planned, with coordinated...

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March 10, 2026
How SailGP linked New Zealand’s loss of control to foil ride height and what it means for racing and travel
How SailGP linked New Zealand’s loss of control to foil ride height and what it means for racing and travel

At 49 knots true boat speed approaching the first mark, the New Zealand F50 accelerated into a gust that rapidly...

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March 10, 2026
Port rhythms, sailing commentary and what they mean for nautical tourism
Port rhythms, sailing commentary and what they mean for nautical tourism

During regatta season, harbor masters enforce staged berthing, staggered pilot boarding and scheduled support-vessel rotations to prevent congestion and ensure...

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March 10, 2026
How Australia Plans to Grow Sailing Participation Aligned with SAILING 2032
How Australia Plans to Grow Sailing Participation Aligned with SAILING 2032

With a population of 28 million, Australia has initiated a coordinated plan to increase on-water access by expanding marina capacity,...

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March 10, 2026
From crew rotation to full-campaign logistics: modern Etchells programs and what changed
From crew rotation to full-campaign logistics: modern Etchells programs and what changed

At the 2026 Pacific Coast Championship in San Diego, teams arrived with support RIBs exceeding 6 meters, dedicated shore trailers,...

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March 10, 2026
Practical Maintenance Steps for Hydraulic Boat Steering to Keep Charters and Day Trips Safe
Practical Maintenance Steps for Hydraulic Boat Steering to Keep Charters and Day Trips Safe

On vessels equipped with SeaStar hydraulic steering, the correct helm fill level is critical: when the helm shaft is vertical...

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March 10, 2026
Premium Fishing Accessories and Travel Tips for Anglers
Premium Fishing Accessories and Travel Tips for Anglers

Airlines often treat fishing rods and tackle as oversized sporting equipment, so travelers should verify linear-dimension limits and oversize fees...

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March 10, 2026
How a Run‑Dry Marine Pump Keeps Air Conditioning Working Aboard Cruisers
How a Run‑Dry Marine Pump Keeps Air Conditioning Working Aboard Cruisers

Across cruising fleets, interruptions to seawater flow trigger high‑pressure faults in marine air conditioners that can take three to fifteen...

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March 10, 2026
Finsulate membrane: a new non-toxic hull wrap reshaping yacht maintenance
Finsulate membrane: a new non-toxic hull wrap reshaping yacht maintenance

Yard operations that switch from annual scraping and repainting to adhesive-backed Finsulate can reduce hazardous-waste handling, shorten vessel downtime, and...

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March 10, 2026
How First-Time Boaters Are Reshaping Marinas, Charters, and Coastal Tourism
How First-Time Boaters Are Reshaping Marinas, Charters, and Coastal Tourism

Nearly 420,000 individuals bought their first boat in the United States in 2021, accounting for roughly 34% of all boat...

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March 10, 2026