Latest in Super-maxi design surgery

When the fleet gets underway for the 628nm Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race on December 26, the spotlight shines brightest on the boats built to the maximum permittable length – the 100 footers. Among this group are two legends, Wild Oats XI and Black Jack (formerly...

Fleet forming for Caribbean 600

The 12th edition of the Royal Ocean Racing Club’s RORC Caribbean 600 presently has an eclectic mix of 50 boats preparing for the start from Antigua on February 24, 2020. Previous overall and class winners are already committed to the 600nm course around 11 Caribbean...

Vitters finishes refit on J Class Ranger

This week, Vitters Shipyard launches the J-Class Ranger after an extensive refit at the yard. Ranger, also known as J-5 underwent an extensive refit, bringing her again in top class operational condition with an improved performance level. The refit included the...

Brushfires impacting Sydney Hobart Race

Unlike windward leeward race courses where the emphasis is primarily on upwind/downwind tactics, crew work, and speed, the random leg or distance races expands the problem solving requirements. As race courses must adapt to the wind, competitors must determine their...